HEAD OF COLLECTIONS – The Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA)

The Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA) is looking to recruit dynamic employees who possess a proactive approach and a commitment to service. We are in search of transformative problem solvers who exemplify the CEDA values and dedication to fostering entrepreneurship and citizen economic empowerment.

The position reports to the Director, Credit

Main purpose of the job:
Responsible for maintaining the delinquency rate within acceptable level as determined by CEDA from time to time, by ensuring optimal capacity, effective portfolio performance and productivity tracking of the collection unit. The role holder will be expected to execute and oversee the implementation of initiatives related to Pre-delinquency, Delinquency and Post Write Off Portfolio Collections and Recoveries for CEDA.

Key Performance Areas:
1. Strategy execution and alignment
2. Financial Management Planning,
Organizing and Management.
1. Credit Risk Management and
Controls Planning, Organising and Management
1. People Management

Position Requirements
Qualification:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/ Banking/ Accounting/Business or equivalent financial qualification. A relevant Master’s degree and or a Credit Professional Accreditation from any internationally recognized institution would be an added Advantage.
Experience:
Strong Operational background with eight [5] years’ experience with at least five (3] years in Collections Management, project appraisal/credit assessment or credit management from financial institutions, banking or development finance institutions.

Competencies
1. Commercial Awareness
2. Negotiation Skills
3. Communication
4. Empowering Individuals
5. Performance Management
6. Decision Making
7. CEDA Values