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Job Title: Senior Field Credit Collection Associate-Nairobi

Country: Kenya

Company Name: Sunculture

Starting Salary: Ksh

Apply on or Before: 25 May 2024

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Job Description

The Senior Field Credit Collection Officer will have the duty of overseeing and directing our field credit collection team. An ideal candidate will supervise the daily operations of the field collection agents, ensuring prompt payment collection and devising methods to reduce overdue payments. The Field Credit Collection Supervisor's role is pivotal in enhancing collection procedures, enhancing performance, and promoting a culture of excellence among team members.

Job Responsibilities

- Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of field credit collection officers to achieve collection targets and objectives

- Conduct regular field visits to monitor officer performance, provide coaching and support, and identify areas for improvement

- Develop and implement collection strategies and action plans to reduce outstanding receivables and improve cash flow

- Review and analyze collection data and metrics to track performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions

- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to credit collection activities

- Collaborate with Credit Managers and other stakeholders to develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate credit risks

- Conduct training sessions and workshops for field collection officers to enhance their skills, knowledge, and performance

- Investigate and resolve escalated customer complaints or disputes in a timely and professional manner

- Prepare regular reports and updates on collection activities, performance metrics, and key insights for management review

- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement

Job Qualifications

- Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required

- At least 3 years of experience in credit collection, including a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity, is necessary

- Demonstrated ability to achieve or surpass collection targets and key performance indicators (KPIs) in a comparable industry or setting is essential

- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the capacity to motivate, coach, and inspire team members, are important

- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities are needed

- Proficiency in the use of mobile devices, computer software, and data analysis tools is expected

- Knowledge of local regulations and compliance standards governing credit collection practices in Kenya is required

- Possession of a valid driver's license and a willingness to travel extensively within designated areas is mandatory

- Fluency in both English and Swahili languages is a must