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- Where
- Lagos, Nigeria
- How to apply
- Directly to the employer by email. The address is in the listing below.
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We are seeking proactive, ethical, and community-driven Support/Credit Officers to expand our outreach and manage our growing loan portfolio and expanding services. The successful candidates will work directly with grassroots communities, especially market women and small-scale entrepreneurs, promoting financial inclusion while advancing our broader mission of poverty reduction and empowerment. The Support/Credit Officer will report directly to the Branch Head and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
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 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:
Minimum of OND/HND/BSc 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
Applicants residing within the Igando and Ikotun axis of Lagos State are encouraged to apply.
Remuneration: Competitive and performance-based, with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful social impact.
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.
Minimum qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , OND
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: lagosngovacancy@gmail.com using the position as subject of email.
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