Loan Officer Cum Admin Assistant

About the role

BM Fortune Microfinance Limited, a microfinance institution serving individuals, small businesses and local communities in the Kigoma Region and beyond, is hiring a full-time, on-site Loan Officer cum Admin Assistant in the Mwanza Region, Tanzania. The role covers loan origination and underwriting alongside administrative support for branch operations.

Key responsibilities

• Meet with prospective and existing clients and explain loan products and terms
• Assess loan applications, collect and verify documentation, and track repayments
• Support loan origination and underwriting in line with company policies
• Maintain accurate client records and provide customer service
• Prepare reports, organise files, manage office correspondence and support day-to-day branch operations

Required profile

• A relevant diploma or degree in Finance, Banking, Business Administration or a related field is preferred
• Experience in microfinance, community lending or retail banking is an advantage
• Ability to work on-site in Mwanza, manage multiple tasks and keep accurate records under minimal supervision
• High level of integrity and commitment to fair, responsible lending

Required skills

• Loan officer and loan origination skills, including assessing borrower needs and processing applications
• Finance and underwriting skills, including reviewing financial information and analysing creditworthiness
• Strong customer service skills, including clear communication and active listening
• Numerical aptitude, attention to detail and basic computer applications such as MS Office