Job Description
REF: (SS/MFM/01/23)
Our client, a licensed Deposit Taking Sacco headquartered in Kisii Town, is seeking to recruit a qualified and highly motivated individual to fill the position of a Micro Finance Manager.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the individual will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of the microfinance functions in the SACCO, ensuring high customer service standards are maintained and total compliance to the SACCO lending policies and procedures.
Tasks and Responsibilities
• Develop strategy & road map for improving the financial performance of the Microfinance department
• Manage the Micro-finance department Portfolio (Deposit & Credit)
• Conduct Research and Development
• Drive the department team to ensure that customers’ needs are met
• Build long-lasting relationships with the group members
• Create a culture of high performance among staff within the department
• Ensure that the department’s procedures are followed to mitigate risks.
Coordinate Credit Appraisal & Deposit Mobilization at a department level
• Coordinate business development initiatives at the department level
Minimum Qualifications and Skills
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or a Business-Related Degree from a recognized university
• CPA K or Credit Management Certification
• Membership in a professional body is desirable
• A minimum of 5 years experience in micro-credit in a busy financial institution (three years must be at supervisory or management level)
• Sound knowledge of Sacco laws and regulations
• A person of integrity, a team player with effective communication skills
• Sound judgment and decision-making ability on lending across all sectors
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and team management skills
• Working knowledge in Product Development and Market Researc