About us

MFR, with over 20 years of experience, stands as a global rating agency committed to providing assessments, data, and technical expertise for the inclusive and sustainable finance industry. Our mission is to provide independent opinions, based on verified information, to enable and foster responsible investments.

Headquartered in Italy, with offices in Kyrgyzstan, Kenya, Ecuador, and Bolivia, as well as a presence in India, the Philippines, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Mexico, and Colombia, we operate across 4 continents and are a trusted partner on a global scale.

Job Location

Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (MFR regional office) or fully remote from anywhere in the region, spanning from the Caucasus to Mongolia. We welcome qualified candidates from across Central Asia.

Job Description

MFR is seeking a Business Development Officer – Central Asia to drive regional growth and strengthen our presence across Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Mongolia.

Joining our dynamic and international team of financial inclusion experts, the Business Development Officer will report directly to the Business Development Director and play a key role in expanding MFR’s reach within one of our strategically regions.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape regional strategy, build meaningful relationships with key stakeholders, and contribute directly to MFR’s mission of generating independent opinions for the sustainable finance industry, based on verified information, to foster responsible investments..

Tasks and Responsibilities

Regional Strategy & Business Development

• Contribute to the definition and execution of the regional business development strategy, in line with MFR’s global goals.
• Contribute to the definition and execution of the regional annual budget.
• Identify and concretize new business opportunities, including service expansion, client acquisition, and strategic partnerships.
• Ensure timely and high-quality preparation of technical and financial proposals.
• Monitor tender platforms and donor opportunities, assess relevance, and coordinate proposal preparation.
• Follow up with prospective clients from first contact to contract signature, ensuring continuity and effective communication throughout the process.

External Relations & Representation

• Maintain and expand relationships with regional stakeholders in inclusive and sustainable finance, including financial institutions, networks, investors, donors, and regulators.
• Represent MFR in regional events, webinars, and working groups, including as speaker when appropriate.

Coordination & Reporting

• Collaborate with the Business Development Director on market research and business intelligence to inform strategic decision-making.
• Coordinate with the Operations Director on planning and resource allocation to ensure alignment between business development and delivery capacity.
• Contribute to internal reporting on business development pipeline and outreach efforts through the CRM.

Required qualifications

• University degree in economics, finance, international relations, development studies or related field.
• Between 5 to 10 years of experience in business development, ideally in the development finance, sustainability, impact sector, with proven experience in sales of assessment/rating/evaluation services.
• Proven track record in originating opportunities and converting leads into sales.
• Strong understanding of financial institutions (MFIs, NBFIs, banks), financial analysis and financial risk analysis.
• A strong and proven professional network in the Central Asia financial inclusion or development finance and regulated financial sector ecosystem.
• Experience in proposal writing and tender coordination (multilateral donors, foundations, development finance).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and time zones.
• Self-driven, with ability to work independently and as part of a multicultural team.

Desirable qualifications:

• Fluency in Russian.
• Proven track record selling Credit Ratings and related products.
• Familiarity with social performance, ESG, or impact investing is a strong advantage, with the ability to position. and cross-sell related products (e.g. Social & Environmental Ratings, ESG Assessments).

What we offer

• A supportive and inclusive work environment committed to transparency and sustainability in finance.
• A dynamic, international workplace with strong growth ambitions.
• Competitive salary based on experience and profile.

Application Process

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In the meantime, please submit your application directly via email to m.persenico@mf-rating.com, including a comprehensive CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and motivation for joining MFR. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how your skills and background align with the requirements of the position. Applications must be submitted by April 30, 2026.

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