Accion · 11 hours ago
Senior Manager, Digital Innovation and Product Development, Accion Advisory
UNAVAILABLE, UNAVAILABLE, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAccion is a global nonprofit focused on creating a fair and inclusive economy for underserved populations. The Senior Manager will lead strategic initiatives that drive digital transformation and innovation for financial service providers across Latin America, combining project delivery, business development, and team capability building to implement impactful solutions.
Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesImpact InvestingNon Profit
Responsibilities
Combine HCD principles, industry expertise, and emerging technologies to create impactful solutions for underserved populations
Partner with clients to implement innovative solutions, including AI technologies—that improve end-customer experience and expand outreach
Lead the execution of digital transformation and product development projects that solve internal operational challenges and client-facing needs, ensuring alignment with market trends and strategic objectives
Projects may include:
Digital product development (designing customer-centric financial solutions)
Data analytics initiatives to improve decision-making and customer insights
Process automation to enhance efficiency and scalability
Capacity-building programs that integrate Human-Centered Design (HCD) and innovation methodologies for industry partners
Build and strengthen relationships with clients and strategic partners, acting as a trusted advisor
Identify client needs and propose innovative solutions that create measurable impact
Support proposal development, business model analysis, and strategic partnership opportunities across the region
Actively contributes to regional strategy and leadership initiatives, identifying opportunities for collaboration and growth
Bring consulting expertise to integrate project management best practices and proven methodologies into the team’s work
Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the advisory team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, or related fields
10+ years of experience in consulting, leading Digital Transformation, Innovation, and Financial Services projects
Minimum of 3 years managing multidisciplinary teams and complex projects
Expertise in Human-Centered Design (HCD) and product development methodologies
Strong knowledge of Financial Services and Financial Inclusion, preferably in Latin America
Proven experience in stakeholder management and client engagement at senior levels
Skilled in facilitating workshops, focus groups, and sessions with C-level executives and diverse organizational levels
Hands-on experience with technological processes, digital transformation, innovation, and AI applications
Excellent analytical skills, strategic thinking, and results-driven mindset
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Advanced English. Spoken and written is needed
Demonstrated commitment to Accion's values: excellence, respect, and passion for social change
Entrepreneurial mindset with proactivity and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Excellent relationship management and commercial skills
Must be adaptable, innovative, and possess good analytical skills; customer-service oriented; and ability to sell ideas and motivate staff
Interested in our mission and working globally
Willingness to embody our values of excellence, respect and passion for social change
Company
Accion
Accion is a global nonprofit that gives people access to financial tools needed to improve lives.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2021 (2)
2020 (5)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$25MKey Investors
U.S. Department of the TreasuryBamboo Capital PartnersSagamore Investments
2016-10-04Grant· $2M
2012-11-15Private Equity
2012-06-26Series Unknown· $22M
Leadership Team
Michael Schlein
President and CEO
Raliat Sunmonu
Vice President & Program Manager, MEA
Recent News
2025-12-13
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