Support/Credit Officer

Gbonse Foundation for Economic Development is seeking a proactive, ethical, and community-driven Support/Credit Officer to expand outreach and manage a growing loan portfolio. You will work directly with grassroots communities, particularly market women and small-scale entrepreneurs, promoting financial inclusion and advancing poverty reduction and empowerment initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Visit markets and community clusters regularly to engage market women and small-scale entrepreneurs
• Mobilize and encourage eligible women to become members of the organization
• Clearly explain services including microcredit, financial literacy, women's empowerment initiatives, and 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
• Build and sustain strong relationships within assigned markets and communities

Requirements

• Minimum 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
• 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

Salary

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

How to Apply

Please apply immediately or by 31st April 2026. Log in and apply through the platform.