OXFORD

CHARITY + SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
CHARITY + SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
STUDENT SOCIETY
STUDENT SOCIETY
The Oxford Microfinance Initiative is a student-run consultancy
that provides pro bono services to microfinance institutions.
We assist MFIs in conducting research and developing innovative
development solutions. OMI acts as a link between
MFIs and Oxford students, as it talks to MFIs to ascertain
their needs, subsequently drawing up a formal project
proposal detailing the scope of the project and recruiting a
project leader and team members from among the Oxford
student body to bring it to life. Typically, 8 or 9 projects are
launched at the beginning of Michaelmas in countries all
around the world, with some projects providing the opportunity
for travel. OMI offers Oxford students invaluable
insight into the work of microfinance institutions, internship
opportunities and experience in consulting, finance
and academic research. OMI alumni have gone on to
work in the fields of consulting, banking, and international
development.
OMI is a part of the Oxford Student Foundation - a network
of student-run Initiatives focusing on hands-on experience:
Oxford Microfinance Initiative
Oxford Consulting Initiative
Oxford Law Initiative
Oxford Banking Initiative
Oxford Investment Initiative
To find out more, visit www.oxfordstudentfoundation.co.uk
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About us: Year Here is a platform for graduates
and young professionals who want to build smart
responses to social problems.
Over 10 months, our Fellows learn from, and
design with, people at the frontline of inequality –
in care homes, hostels and youth services across
London.
Supported by a network including The Cabinet
Office, Bain & Co, and Future Gov – if selected,
you will:
• Serve on the frontline. Your first 5 months
will be spent learning first-hand from the
people hit hardest by inequality - and
designing innovative measures to boost your
placement's impact.
• Build ventures. You’ll build your own projects
with opportunities to secure seed investment
from O2 and The Funding Network.
• Learn from expert faculty. You’ll be assigned
a mentor and receive extensive training from a
faculty of more than 60 leaders from across
the social sector.
• Develop a diverse portfolio. From delivering
community consultations to running 24 hr
challenges with your peers, you’ll deliver a
range of social action projects along the way.
There are no course fees. Unlike a traditional
Master’s degree or postgraduate course, we cover
your tuition fee.
Application advice: Visit
yearhere.org/becomeafellow