Company Description Annapurna Finance Pvt. Ltd. (AFPL), established in 2009, is one of India’s top ten NBFC-MFIs focused on serving economically underserved communities. Emerging from People’s Forum, an NGO dedicated to social development, AFPL grew out of Mission Annapurna, an initiative that began in 2005 to support poor women in remote areas of Odisha through door-to-door microfinance services. The company is registered with the Reserve Bank of India as an NBFC-MFI and concentrates on bringing economically backward clients into the financial mainstream with need-based services delivered at their doorstep. Annapurna Finance prioritizes regions where formal financial institutions are scarce or reluctant to operate. The organization continuously innovates its products and delivery methods to offer multiple micro-credit solutions that match different stages of customers’ business and livelihood needs. Role Description The Assistant Branch Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Angul. This role supports the Branch Manager in overseeing day-to-day branch operations, including customer service, loan processing, and adherence to company policies and regulatory guidelines. The Assistant Branch Manager monitors portfolio quality, coordinates field officers’ activities, and ensures timely collection and disbursement of loans. The role involves guiding and mentoring branch staff, conducting regular meetings, and promoting Annapurna Finance’s products within the local community. The Assistant Branch Manager also prepares and reviews operational reports, supports audits,



and works to achieve branch business targets while maintaining high standards of ethical conduct and client protection. Qualifications
• Candidates should possess robust operational and administrative skills, including branch coordination, documentation handling, and basic financial record maintenance.
• Candidates should possess customer relationship and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients in rural and semi-urban areas and address their service needs.
• Candidates should possess team leadership and people management skills, including mentoring field staff, driving performance, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Candidates should possess analytical and problem-solving skills to monitor portfolio health, identify risks, and support timely corrective actions.
• Candidates should possess familiarity with microfinance or banking practices, including basic understanding of lending processes, compliance, and regulatory norms.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in using basic computer applications (e.g., MS Office) and digital tools for reporting and data entry.
• A bachelor’s degree in finance, business, commerce, or a related field is preferred; relevant experience in microfinance, NBFCs, or rural financial services will be an advantage.
• Candidates should be willing to travel locally for field visits, demonstrate integrity and client-centric values, and be comfortable working in community-based settings.

📌 Assistant Branch Manager (Angul)
🏢 Annapurna Finance (Pvt
📍 Angul