The Field Officer (Loan Officer)
Job summary
Role Description: The Field Officer (Loan Officer) is responsible for mobilizing clients, conducting loan appraisals, supporting loan disbursement, monitoring repayments, and maintaining a high-quality loan portfolio. The role involves extensive fieldwork, strong community engagement, and direct client support, while ensuring compliance with credit
Job descriptions & requirements
Key Responsibilities:
Client Mobilization & Business Development
• Identify, sensitize, and recruit potential clients within assigned areas.
• Facilitate group formation and training for group lending methodologies.
• Promote loan, savings, and other financial products.
• Build strong relationships with community leaders and local networks.
Loan Appraisal & Processing
• Conduct detailed loan assessments including business visits, household checks, and cash-flow analysis.
• Verify client information, guarantors, collateral, and business viability.
• Prepare accurate appraisal reports and ensure clients understand loan terms and obligations.
Loan Disbursement & Portfolio Management
• Support timely and compliant loan disbursement.
• Monitor repayments through field visits, center meetings, and follow-ups.
• Maintain portfolio quality by ensuring on-time repayments and actively recovering overdue loans.
• Take proactive action to reduce Portfolio at Risk (PAR).
Customer Service & Client Support
• Provide basic financial literacy and business advisory support to clients.
• Handle client inquiries and complaints professionally.
• Maintain a positive institutional image in the community.
Reporting & Compliance
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly field and portfolio reports.
• Maintain accurate client documentation and system entries.
• Adhere strictly to credit policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Immediately report suspected fraud, misrepresentation, or operational risks.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s in Microfinance, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 2–5 years microfinance experience preferred.
• Fieldwork experience required (motorcycle riding skill is an advantage).
How to Apply:
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