The European Microfinance Network (EMN) and the Microfinance Centre (MFC) are excited to announce the establishment of a new Microfinance Advocacy Committee, which will be jointly chaired by representatives from both organizations. This initiative aims to enhance advocacy efforts within the microfinance sector across the European Union.

The committee is seeking candidates from EMN and MFC member organizations who are actively involved in microfinance to participate in this important endeavor. Ideal candidates will be dedicated practitioners willing to contribute to the development of advocacy strategies and activities that address the sector’s diverse challenges and priorities.

The primary objectives of the Microfinance Advocacy Committee include:

– Building consensus on key concerns and challenges faced by the microfinance industry.
– Enhancing the visibility of the sector and demonstrating its impact and results.
– Strengthening collaboration among practitioners, policymakers, and public investors.

To learn more about the purpose, objectives, composition, functioning, and selection process of the Microfinance Advocacy Committee, interested individuals are encouraged to refer to the Terms of Reference.

Applications are open until 11th May 2026. To apply, please submit your CV along with the completed application form to the following email addresses: m.vial@european-microfinance.org, mc.ndour@european-microfinance.org, and Beata@mfc.org.pl.

The EMN and MFC teams look forward to receiving applications and working collaboratively to bolster microfinance research and advocacy efforts in Europe.