Kevin Fryatt

Financial institutions are continuously looking for investments that will sustainably drive growth. Developing risk management capacity often takes significant human and financial investment, but through this investment an institution can begin setting itself apart from its competitors and positioning itself to create long-term value for its stakeholders. This paper presents the case study of UNTU Microfinance in Zimbabwe and how it improved its risk management through adopting the RIM… Show more

Financial institutions are continuously looking for investments that will sustainably drive growth. Developing risk management capacity often takes significant human and financial investment, but through this investment an institution can begin setting itself apart from its competitors and positioning itself to create long-term value for its stakeholders. This paper presents the case study of UNTU Microfinance in Zimbabwe and how it improved its risk management through adopting the RIM Initiative’s Risk Management Graduation Model. Show less

An interview on microfinance risk management and RIM's Risk Management Graduation Model.

The article explores the balancing act experienced microfinance institutions to be client-centric while incorporating risk management into the everyday fabric of their business. Factors such as incentive structures, lack of understanding of risk management, and a lack of appropriate risk management standards are explored as the article calls for a more balanced approach inclusive of better risk management.

"The goal of being a client-centric industry is a noble one. This goal must… Show more

The article explores the balancing act experienced microfinance institutions to be client-centric while incorporating risk management into the everyday fabric of their business. Factors such as incentive structures, lack of understanding of risk management, and a lack of appropriate risk management standards are explored as the article calls for a more balanced approach inclusive of better risk management.

"The goal of being a client-centric industry is a noble one. This goal must inevitably continue if we are ever to meet our aspirations of being a genuine double bottom line industry. However, as the industry shifts towards increasingly more financial intermediation, use of new technology and sophistication of balance sheets, the entire industry must take seriously a balanced approach that considers the risk implications of these and future developments."
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Caring for International Relief and Development Workers provides a framework for stress management strategies for international relief and development workers and organizations.