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Sacco Loan Issuance Officer
CountyNairobiCityNairobiContractFull TimePosted2026-09-18Close dateNot specifiedExperience2 yearsSourceJobWeb Kenya
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AI summary
Co-operative Bank of Kenya is hiring a Sacco Loan Issuance Officer in Nairobi to receive, verify, and process loan applications, conduct credit appraisals, and ensure compliance with the Sacco Credit Policy and regulatory requirements. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a finance-related field and at least two years of credit or lending experience in a Sacco, microfinance institution, or commercial bank.
- Full-time role in Nairobi with a leading Kenyan bank
- Requires 2+ years of credit administration or lending experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Business Administration, or Economics
- Involves loan appraisal, documentation, and compliance with credit policy
- Strong analytical, communication, and customer service skills required
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- Required2+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in internship, entregador, financeThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in NairobiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Documents to prepare
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Roles and
Responsibilities
- Receive, verify, and process loan applications.
- Conduct comprehensive credit appraisals and assess members’ repayment capacity.
- Verify member eligibility based on deposits, income, guarantors, credit history and other criteria in the credit policy.
- Prepare loan appraisal reports and recommendations for approval.
- Ensure all loan documentation is complete and compliant before disbursement.
- Process approved loans within the agreed turnaround time.
- Ensure compliance with the Sacco Credit Policy, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures.
- Identify and escalate high-risk loan applications.
- Provide members with accurate information on loan products and repayment terms.
- Maintain complete and accurate loan records.
- Support branch loan growth through member engagement and product promotion.
- Prepare periodic reports on loan processing and portfolio performance.
- Minimum Qualifications & Attributes
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years’
Experience
- in credit administration, loan appraisal, or lending within a Sacco, microfinance institution, or commercial bank.
- Sound knowledge of credit appraisal techniques and lending principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Sacco/Core Banking systems.
- Professional qualifications in Credit Management will be an added advantage.
- Core Competencies
- Strong analytical and financial assessment skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Customer-focused approach with excellent service delivery.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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