scbf.chCrawled Oct 15, 2026
In 2022, global challenges widened inequality and increased poverty, while extreme weather caused economic losses and displacement that made financial services harder to access.
At SCBF, housing is a key focus area - recognising that resilience begins with a safe and secure home. In the face of increasing climate and health risks, strengthening housing is not only about shelter, but about enabling households to better withstand shocks and build long-term stability.
MicroSave Consulting and SCBF fund research on COVID-19's impact on micro and small enterprises in Asia and Africa, including a Kenya study co-funded by SCBF.
The company published its 2020 annual report, which includes a message from its Chairwoman and CEO, impact data, and interviews with partner financial institutions.
The careers page lists Communication and Operations Officer (80–100%) and Fundraising Specialist (80–100%) openings, but also states that there are no vacancies.
The team page lists Sitara Merchant (Chief Executive Officer), Dana Ellis (Director of Operations), Boubacar Diallo (Financial Inclusion / Education Specialist, West Africa), and Sarita Mohanty (Sr. Communications & Operations Officer).
SCBF lists its address as Streulistrasse 19, 8032 Zürich, Switzerland, and provides the phone number +41 44 585 12 55 and email info@scbf.ch.
Innovating Financial Inclusion - Technical assistance projects in developing countries to increase financial inclusion for low-income clients and MSMEs.
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The outcome study with 60 Decibels covers 21 projects in 15 countries and draws on more than 5,800 clients. It highlights simple, trusted products, community-based delivery, financial education, and tailored support.