About
Liyu Microfinance Institution S.C. at a glance
Liyu Microfinance Institution S.C (LMFI), formerly known as Specialized Financial and Promotional Institution (SFPI) began operations in June 1998, after receiving a business license from the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) in November 1997. According to Ethiopian legislation, LMFI was established as a share company and licensed to deliver microfinance services all over the nation. The Institution was founded by five shareholders with paid-up capital of ETB 200,000 and subscribed capitals ETB 800,000 to provide both financial and non-financial services in an effort to combat poverty. Currently, the number of shareholders progressively increased to 11 while the share capital of the company reached 75 million, and the legal reserve now stands at 5.6 million. LMFI began operating in Addis Ababa with 4 fully functional branches and gradually expanded its financial services over 3 regions namely Oromia, Amhara, and Central Ethiopia National Regional States, as well as one city administration, Addis Ababa. LMFI managed to reach 30 branch offices and 14 sub branch offices out of which 10 branch offices are operating in Addis Ababa city administration while 15, 3 and 2 are operating in Oromia, Amhara and Central Ethiopia Regional states, respectively. In terms of sub branches, 11 are in the Amhara national regional states, and the remaining 3 is in Oromia region. Bringing over 26 years of expertise in the microfinance sector, LMFI continues to provide tailored credit to its target market, including Women Entrepreneurs, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs), smallholders, and other individuals engaged in income generating activities . The institution accepts deposits from the public and while also offering micro insurance services in accordance with National Bank of Ethiopia directives for group guarantee loans.
Like every microfinance institution operating in the country, Liyu Microfinance Institution S.C. is licensed and supervised by the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE), which sets prudential rules around capital adequacy, reserves, interest-rate guidance, foreign-exchange allocation, and consumer protection.
Products and services
What Liyu Microfinance Institution S.C. typically offers
Specific terms, rates, and eligibility change frequently; the authoritative source is the bank's official website. These categories are common across Ethiopian commercial banks:
Personal banking
Savings, fixed deposit, current accounts, ATM and debit cards, mobile and internet banking.
Business and SME
Working capital loans, trade finance, business accounts, cash management.
Corporate and treasury
Project finance, syndicated lending, foreign exchange, treasury services.
Diaspora banking
Foreign currency accounts, remittance services, diaspora mortgage and auto loans.
Digital channels
Mobile banking app, USSD services, internet banking, agent banking network.
Interest-free banking
Where offered: Mudaraba and Wadi’ah accounts, Murabaha financing for Shari’ah-compliant customers.
Careers
Working at Liyu Microfinance Institution S.C.
Liyu Microfinance Institution S.C. recruits across a standard set of cadres common to Ethiopian microfinance institutions. Most vacancies require a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (banking, accounting, finance, economics, management, IT, or law). New graduates typically enter through trainee or junior officer roles based in a branch; mid-career hires apply for officer, specialist, or branch-management positions. The requirements in the table below reflect typical vacancy notices published by CBE, Awash Bank, and Dashen Bank between 2023 and 2025.
| Role | Typical requirement | Entry path |
|---|---|---|
| Banking Trainee | BA, fresh graduate, GPA ≥ 2.5 | Direct application |
| Customer Service Officer | BA + 0 to 1 yr experience | Branch posting |
| Junior / Associate Officer | BA + 1 to 2 yrs | Internal or external |
| Senior Officer | BA + 4+ yrs | Promotion / lateral |
| Branch Manager | BA + 6 to 8 yrs, leadership | Promotion |
| Credit / Risk Officer | BA finance + experience | Specialist hire |
| IT Officer | BSc CS or IT + experience | Specialist hire |
| Internal Auditor | BA accounting + CA or ACCA | Specialist hire |
Source: vacancy notices published by Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, Awash Bank, and Dashen Bank, 2023 to 2025.
Salaries combine a basic monthly amount with allowances (transport, housing, position) and an annual bonus tied to bank performance. Specific figures vary by cadre, tenure, and grade. Confirm offers in writing.
How to apply
Five steps from finding the notification to applying
- Step 1Find the active notification on this page's Open positions section, or on the bank's official website.
- Step 2Read the eligibility criteria carefully. Qualification, GPA, age, and experience requirements are enforced strictly.
- Step 3Prepare your CV, scanned credentials (degree, transcript, work experience letters), and a passport photo. Some notifications ask for a brief cover letter.
- Step 4Submit before the deadline through the channel the bank specifies (online portal, walk-in, or designated email).
- Step 5Shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within 2 to 6 weeks for a written exam and / or interview. Keep your phone reachable.
Regulatory context
Supervised by the National Bank of Ethiopia
All microfinance institutions operating in Ethiopia, including Liyu Microfinance Institution S.C., are licensed and supervised by the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE), the country's central bank. The NBE sets prudential rules around capital adequacy, reserve requirements, interest-rate guidance, foreign-exchange allocation, and consumer protection. Institution-specific terms (deposit rates, loan rates, account opening requirements) must comply with NBE directives but otherwise vary across institutions.
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