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Business Development Officer

Business Development Officer
Salary: 40,000-45,000 gross
Reports To: Sales Team leader

Job Purpose: To generate and manage logbook loan business by sourcing clients, maintaining strong customer relationships, and ensuring loan growth while maintaining portfolio quality.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify, source, and recruit new clients interested in logbook loans.
  • Market and sell logbook loan products to individuals and SMEs.
  • Explain loan terms, interest rates, repayment schedules, and conditions clearly to clients.
  • Conduct preliminary client assessments and collect required documentation.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Follow up on prospective clients and convert leads into approved loans.
  • Ensure proper KYC documentation and compliance with internal policies.
  • Monitor client repayments and follow up on overdue accounts in coordination with the collections team.
  • Achieve monthly sales and portfolio growth targets.
  • Maintain accurate records of client interactions and pipeline.
  • Provide market intelligence and competitor feedback to management.
  • Participate in marketing campaigns, activations, and field visits.
  • Ensure excellent customer service before, during, and after loan disbursement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

  • Number of new logbook loans booked.
  • Loan portfolio growth.
  • Portfolio at Risk (PAR) within acceptable limits.
  • Client retention and repeat business rate.
  • Revenue generation targets.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

  • Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field.
  • At least 1–3 years’ experience in microfinance or logbook loan sales.
  • Strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
  • Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet targets.
  • Knowledge of microfinance regulations and lending procedures. Key Competencies:
  • Sales-driven and results-oriented.
  • High integrity and ethical standards.
  • Customer-focused.
  • Strong networking skills.
  • Good analytical and reporting skills.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CVs to hr@aspirelending.co.kewith the subject line “BDO” by 16th March 2026.
Please note that interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

Job Location: Nairobi Office

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