Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Loan Origination & Client Acquisition:
- Identify and recruit potential clients for microfinance loan products.
- Conduct market research to understand the credit needs of individuals and small businesses.
- Promote loan products to low-income earners, traders, artisans, and small business owners.
- Educate customers on loan terms, repayment plans, and financial literacy.
Loan Application & Appraisal:
- Collect and verify loan applications, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
- Conduct field visits to assess business viability and borrower capacity.
- Analyze creditworthiness using financial data, business performance, and risk factors.
- Ensure proper Know Your Customer (KYC) documentation and background checks.
Loan Disbursement & Monitoring:
- Facilitate loan approvals and disbursements in line with the bank’s credit policies.
- Monitor disbursed loans through regular follow-ups and client visits.
- Track repayment schedules, ensuring timely collections and loan performance.
Loan Recovery & Risk Management:
- Proactively follow up on overdue payments to reduce loan default rates.
- Develop strategies for loan restructuring and recovery in cases of default.
- Report loan delinquency trends and recommend solutions to management.
- Work closely with the internal control and compliance team to mitigate risks.
Customer Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to enhance trust and loyalty.
- Provide after-loan support and financial advisory services to borrowers.
- Address customer complaints and escalate unresolved issues as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Finance, Banking, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 1-3 years experience in microfinance lending, credit assessment, or sales.
- Good knowledge of micro-lending procedures, credit analysis, and risk management.
- Experience working with low-income groups, small businesses, or informal traders is an advantage.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong sales, negotiation, and customer relationship skills.
- Excellent financial analysis and risk assessment abilities.
- Good communication, persuasion, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet loan targets.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and loan management software.