ACGF – Afghan Credit Guarantee Foundation (ACGF) is a charitable foundation based in Cologne with a second office in Berlin, Germany. Our mission is to improve access to finance for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Afghanistan by providing credit guarantees and technical assistance to partner financial institutions, as well as grants for MSMEs.
Established in 2014, ACGF launched its operations in January 2015 as an institutional successor of the Credit Guarantee Facility for Afghanistan (CGF-A). Our funders are DEG – Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH (member of the KfW Group), the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the World Bank and the European Union. ACGF is supported by its Afghan subsidiary SCSA – SME Client Support Afghanistan LLC.
We are looking for a Data and Process Automation Analyst (f/m/*) in Berlin to support our Transactions Management Department for 40 hours per week. The position is a parental leave replacement and offered as 15-months fixed-term contract.
As an employee at ACGF, you will benefit from a great opportunity to gain valuable professional experience in the areas of Data and Guarantee Operations, with the possibility of mobile working 3 days a week.
What You`ll do:
You will be responsible for analyzing, automating, and improving key operational processes related to guarantee and grant implementation, with a strong focus on data handling, systems usage, and process efficiency.
Your work will directly support the automation of guarantee issuance, monitoring, claims, refunds, and fee invoicing, while strengthening data quality, reporting, and system usage across ACGF and partner institutions.
You will act as a link between the Transactions Department, the Data & Reporting Department, and the MIS system provider, translating operational requirements into technical solutions and enabling practical implementation by staff and partners.
This is a highly hands-on position combining data engineering, process analysis, user support, and operational understanding.
Operational Processing
Process guarantees, refunds and fees by collecting, cleaning, and processing operational data from partner institutions and local teams
Prepare documentation for decision making and ensure appropriate handling of data within the management information system
Automation & Process Optimization
Analyze existing workflows and identify opportunities for digitalization or automation in close coordination with the Data Department, particularly of guarantee issuance, portfolio monitoring, claims and refunds, guarantee fee calculations and invoicing
Develop and implement data processing tools (e.g. using Python-based scripts (Pandas, NumPy, OpenPyXL, Power Query, Excel Automation, Automated Validation and reconciliation tools, semi-automated upload and report processes) to reduce manual work
Design and document automation scripts for data validation, uploads, and report generation
Support teams in adopting new tools and ensure proper documentation and version control
Reporting & Performance Tracking
Develop and maintain automated reporting tools and dashboards (Power BI / Excel / Python) for: Guarantee and grant portfolio tracking, Process KPIs (processing time, bottlenecks, compliance gaps), Partner performance and data quality
Design standardized reporting templates and data models for operational use
Support the preparation of management and donor reports
Capacity Building & Documentation
Train ACGF headquarters and local teams on the use of newly developed tools and automated processes
Prepare user manuals, step-by-step guides, and process documentation
Provide basic troubleshooting and support for tool users
Develop simple guides for minor adjustments and maintenance of tools
System & Process Integration
Act as a liaison between the Transactions Department and the Data & Reporting Department
Translate operational business processes into specific system and data requirements
Support the Data Department and MIS provider by:
Explaining processes from an operational perspective
Helping define system adaptations needed for guarantees and grants
Testing new functions and tools from a user perspective
Support increased and improved use of the MIS by the operations team
Your Profile:
Education & Experience
University degree in economics, data science, information systems, or related field
3 years of experience in data analytics, process improvement, or digitalization within development finance, credit administration or banking
Technical Skills
Advanced Excel (Power Query, pivot automation, VBA or similar)
Proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy, OpenPyXL, data cleaning, automation scripting)
Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools
Familiarity with SQL or structured databases is an asset
Understanding of process mapping, data flow, and reporting structures
Understanding of credit, guarantee, or grant processes
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Clear communication style with both technical and non-technical colleagues
Structured, reliable, and able to translate complex problems into practical solutions
Curious, proactive, and motivated by continuous improvement and impact
What we offer:
A job in a distinctly international environment offering steep learning curves and close cooperation with your team
Opportunity to contribute to a visible economic development impact in Afghanistan
Great opportunity for learning and professional growth
An open and cooperative working atmosphere
Short communication and decision-making processes
Competitive salary
Participation in training courses
Flexible working hours including mobile working possibilities (by arrangement three days a week)
An office in the heart of Berlin, easily accessible by public transport
Working abroad up to 4 weeks per year
Free ‘Deutschlandticket`
Subsidy for ‘Urban Sports Club’
Regular team lunches and events
Relocation support if needed
We are looking forward to getting to know you! For more information about us, please visit our website at www.acgf.de.
Please apply herewith a CV and remuneration expectation. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
For questions regarding this position please contact Cynthia Walbaum at c.walbaum@acgf.de.
