Opportunity Tanzania
Limited is a Microfinance Institution with Branches in Dar-Es-salaam, Arusha,
Tengeru, Moshi, Himo and Morogoro. As the part of
Opportunity's International network, OTL’s mission is to make available to the
economically disadvantaged members of Tanzanian society, small business loans
and other appropriate financial services that, coupled with the necessary
training, enable them to develop and sustain income generating and job creating
enterprises.
As an expanding
company were are looking for key staff in the following vacancies.
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POSITION TITLE
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Loan Officer
Supervisor
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REPORTS DIRECTS TO
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Branch Manager
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LOCATION
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Moshi and Himo
Branches
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CLOSING DATE
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18th August
2014
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1: JOB PURPOSE
To
ensure an efficient performance of the Loan Officers in the branch
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2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Leads the conduct of the market research and survey activities within
the branch’s coverage area;
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Leads the marketing efforts for the loan products;
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Ensures that the branch meets or exceeds the loan targets as agreed upon
in the business plan;
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Supervises and monitors the daily activities of the Loan Officers;
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Validates information on loan appraisal or assessment of selected
clients;
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Conducts spot visits of clients and group meetings for monitoring
purposes; Discusses with the concerned COs any findings, and provides
appropriate guidance;
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Develops and maintains a harmonious working relationship among Loan
Officers;
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Conducts regular performance evaluation of the Loan Officers, and
recommends any promotion or termination to the Branch Manager;
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Ensures safekeeping of all cash, documents, and accountable forms in the
possession of the branch’s loan unit;
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Reviews and endorses loans for approval, restructuring, para-legal and
legal action (if any), by authorized officers of OTL
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Functions as a member of the Branch Credit Committee.
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Reviews legal documents and security files of approved loans. Ensures
their safekeeping;
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Conducts client re-briefing during loan release;
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Ensures 100% on-time collection or enforces “zero tolerance against
missed loan payments.”
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Assists OTL’s Legal Counsel in matters involving remedial account
management.
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Ensures timely submission of reports to the Branch Manager.
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Performs other tasks as may be prescribed by the Branch Manager.
3. KNOW HOW AND EXPERIENCE
3.1
Qualification
1.
University degree in economics, accounting or business administration
and practical credit experience at Microfinance with at least 2-3 years
experience.
Interested and qualified
candidates are invited to send Curriculum Vitae mentioned before 18th
August 2014. Send only Curriculum Vitae through email address shown below
Head Human Resources
Plot 93, Block 36 G;
Kinondoni B
Kawawa Rd. Opp. Open University of Tanzania
Kawawa Rd. Opp. Open University of Tanzania
P.O Box 80244
Dar Es Salaam
NOTE: Only short listed
candidates will be contacted.
OPPORTUNITY TANZANIA IS
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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POSITION TITLE
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Branch Accountant
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REPORTS DIRECTS TO
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Branch Manager
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LOCATION
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Dar Es Salaam
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CLOSING DATE
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18th August
2014
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1: JOB PURPOSE
Applies
principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial
reports for the branch.
2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Compiles and analyzes
financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts,
documenting business transactions, distribute expenditures, encumbrances,
receipts, and receivables according to schedules.
· Performs statistical
analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes, and writes
narrative reports explaining findings.
· Analyzes financial
information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance
sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret
current and projected branch financial position for other managers.
· Audits contracts,
orders, and vouchers, and prepares reports to substantiate individual
transactions prior to settlement.
· Determines proper
handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated
limits.
· Monitors compliance with
generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
· Reviews, investigates,
and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and
reports.
· Installs, modifies,
documents, and coordinates implementation of accounting systems and accounting
control procedures.
· Devises and implements
system for general accounting. Make recommendations regarding the accounting of
reserves, assets, and expenditures.
· Conducts studies and
submits recommendations for improving the branch's accounting operation.
· Collects appropriate
data and prepares federal, state, and local reports and tax returns.
Supervisory
Responsibilities
Work closely with branch manager on coordinating performance.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should
demonstrate the following competencies:
· Written Communication -
Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively.
· Teamwork - Balances team
and individual responsibilities.
· Organizational Support -
Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and
on time;
· Support organization's
goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative
action and respects diversity.
· Planning/Organizing -
Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
· Professionalism - Reacts
well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of
their status or position.
· Dependability - Follows
instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own
actions.
KNOW HOW AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications
To
perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative
of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Education and/or
Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; or one
to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of
education and experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating
and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, ability to write routine
reports and correspondence, ability to speak effectively before groups of
customers or employees of organization.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of
Coda accounting software; JBase, emerge Database software; Spreadsheet software
and Word Processing software.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Chartered Accountant
Other Skills and Abilities
Fluent English
Work Environment
The
work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential function
Interested and qualified
candidates are invited to send Curriculum Vitae mentioned before 18th
August 2014. Send only Curriculum Vitae through email address shown below
Head Human Resources
Plot 93, Block 36 G;
Kinondoni B
Kawawa Rd. Opp. Open University of Tanzania
Kawawa Rd. Opp. Open University of Tanzania
P.O Box 80244
Dar Es Salaam
NOTE: Only short listed
candidates will be contacted.
OPPORTUNITY TANZANIA IS
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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