Support/Credit Officer

Full Time 2 months ago Nigeria

Employment Information

Responsibilities:

  • Visit markets and community clusters regularly to engage market women and small-scale entrepreneurs
  • Mobilize and encourage eligible women to become members of Gbonse Foundation for Economic Development
  • Clearly explain the organisation’s services, including microcredit, financial literacy, women's empowerment initiatives, and access to basic legal support
  • Identify and assess prospective borrowers through field visits and background checks
  • Prepare and submit loan appraisal reports for approval
  • Facilitate loan disbursement and ensure proper documentation
  • Monitor loan utilization and provide financial guidance to clients
  • Ensure timely loan repayment and actively manage recovery of overdue accounts
  • Maintain accurate client records and portfolio performance reports
  • Identify clients facing social or legal challenges and refer them appropriately within the organisation’s support framework
  • Build and sustain strong relationships within assigned markets and communities


Requirements:

  • A minimum of OND in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, social sciences, or related field
  • 1–3 years’ experience in microfinance, banking, NGO field operations, credit administration, or related field. 
  • Background or training in accounting is an added advantage
  • Prior experience in microfinance operations is a strong advantage
  • Strong communication and community mobilization skills
  • Willingness to work extensively in the field across Lagos markets
  • Ability to meet performance and recovery targets
  • Demonstrated interest in poverty alleviation and women's empowerment
  • High level of integrity and accountability
  • Strong interpersonal and persuasion skills
  • Confidence speaking in public and engaging community groups
  • Good analytical and basic accounting skills
  • Self-motivated and target-driven


Remuneration: Competitive and performance-based, with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful social impact.


Application Deadline: Please apply immediately or by 31st April 2026.


Note: We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, or background. Qualified women and persons from underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

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