Company Overview: Washi Microfinance Uganda Limited is a newly established microfinance institution backed by Japanese investment and expertise, beginning operations in Mbale, Uganda. Our mission is to provide accessible, responsible, and customer-focused financial services that empower individuals, entrepreneurs, and small businesses to grow sustainably.
Grounded in strong ethical values and international best practices, Washi Microfinance delivers tailored lending, savings, and financial inclusion solutions while maintaining high standards of governance, risk management, and community support. We value integrity, professionalism, and positive impact, and are committed to fostering economic opportunity and long-term partnerships across the communities we serve.
Role Description: Ready to make a real difference? We're Hiring Loan Officers! Join WASHI Microfinance Uganda Limited and help empower communities through financial inclusion! Build client relationships, assess loans, support repayments, and grow a healthy loan portfolio. Be part of a team creating opportunities and changing lives!
Key Job Responsibilities
- Identify, recruit, and build strong relationships with potential clients and communities.
- Assess loan applications through field visits, business evaluations, and financial analysis.
- Facilitate loan processing, disbursement, and timely repayments.
- Manage and grow a healthy loan portfolio while minimizing overdue loans.
- Provide excellent customer service, financial guidance, and client support.
- Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with credit policies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Microfinance, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of microfinance experience preferred.
- Willingness and ability to conduct regular fieldwork.
- Motorcycle riding skills are an added advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong integrity, accountability, and problem-solving abilities.
- Self-motivated, target-driven, and customer-focused.
- Ability to work independently and manage field activities effectively.
What Success Looks Like
- Growing a strong and healthy loan portfolio.
- Achieving high repayment and recovery rates.
- Building lasting client relationships.
- Maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.
- Loan Appraisal & Credit Assessment; Client Mobilization & Business Development;
- Loan Portfolio Management; Loan Recovery & Debt Collection; Communication & Negotiation; Customer Relationship Management; Financial Risk Assessment; Computer Literacy & Reporting
Negotiiable
Application Instruction: Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by email to contact@washimicrofinance.com no later than 31 October 2026.
Applications should include:
# Updated CV/Resume
# Copies of all academic certificates
# Relevant experience letters
# One recent passport-size photograph
Please indicate the position applied for in the subject line of your email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
