Overview
Credit Officer Jobs in Busia, Eastern Region, Uganda at Uzima Microfinance Uganda Limited
Title: Credit Officer
Company: Uzima Microfinance Uganda Limited
Location: Busia, Eastern Region, Uganda
Position: Credit Officer
Organization: Uzima Microfinance
Location: Busia, Uganda
Application Deadline: 14th August 2026
Uzima Microfinance is a fast-growing financial institution committed to empowering communities through access to affordable financial services. We are seeking proactive, self-driven, and ethical individuals to join our team as Credit Officers in the Eastern Region of Uganda.
Key Responsibilities
- Mobilize and recruit clients within assigned areas and market segments.
- Conduct field assessments, group formation, loan appraisal, and verification of client information.
- Facilitate loan disbursement, monitor loan performance, and conduct regular follow-ups.
- Maintain accurate records of client files, loan documentation, and repayments.
- Ensure timely collection of loan installments while promoting a positive repayment culture.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships while promoting Uzima’s products and services.
- Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports to the Branch Manager.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of a Degree in Business Administration, Microfinance, Accounting, Social Sciences, Education, or any related field.
- Experience in field-based microfinance lending is an added advantage.
- Must be willing to work and travel extensively in rural and peri-urban communities.
- Strong communication, mobilization, and customer relationship management skills.
- High level of integrity, discipline, and results-oriented work ethic.
- Ability to speak Ateso or Samia and English
- All Interviews will be conducted at Mbale Regional offices
Core Competencies
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Positive attitude and strong team spirit.
- Ability to meet targets under minimum supervision
