Business Development OfficerNew!

• Implement the business development strategy and plans for the assigned portfolio to achieve targets.
• Conduct market analysis and territory research to identify potential customers and growth opportunities.
• Create and execute marketing activities including promotions, outreach programmes and client education.
• Recruit new clients and screen and evaluate potential borrowers in the targeted markets.
• Carry out customer screening, loan assessment and full appraisal in line with the credit policy.
• Process loan applications, ensure documentation compliance and facilitate timely disbursement.
• Monitor the loan portfolio through client visits, repayment tracking and arrears follow-up.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly status reports for branch and management teams.
• Deepen client relationships and identify cross-selling and upscaling opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to KYC, AML and credit policy requirements.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in a business related discipline from a recognised institution.
• At least 2 years of experience in credit, banking and/or relationship management.
• Good understanding of the Kenyan microfinance industry is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Sales and negotiation ability.
• Credit appraisal and risk assessment.
• Reporting discipline and attention to detail.