ASA International (Rwanda) Plc (subsequently referred to as “ASA Rwanda”) is a for-profit, deposit taking Microfinance Institution licensed by National Bank of Rwanda and incorporated under The Companies Act, No.103495622 in Rwanda in 2014 and started operations in 2016, currently serving small business through Loans and savings in 37 branches across the country. ASA Rwanda is a subsidiary of ASA International listed on London Stock Exchange, one of the world’s largest international Microfinance institutions in the world operating in 13 countries in Africa and Asia. 

As a financial company and ASA international (Rwanda) plc is mostly engaged to work for the low-income people of the country and as long as there is a possibility of financial irregularities in the activities, the company created a department/position to work to prevent any sorts of misappropriation.

Vision: Reduce poverty by improving the lives of the underprivileged with a key focus on female entrepreneurs.

Mission: We have a strong commitment to financial inclusion and socioeconomic progress. 

Objective: Providing Microfinance loans for business purpose to low-income entrepreneurs with an objective of improving financial inclusion and realize socioeconomic progress. Our loans provide an alternative to low-income entrepreneurs without access to credit from traditional banks. We provide these loans using the ASA Model. 

• Role summary

We are looking for experienced and energetic loan officers to join the entire team to perform and support on raising the portfolio. The Loan Officers will be responsible of Client management, the existing Loan Portfolio, creating their own portfolios, reducing overdues but not limited.

The Loan Officers we are hiring will work in the following areas:

• Key Responsibilities:

Client Acquisition & Relationship Management

• Recruit and screen potential clients in accordance with ASA Rwanda's policies.
• Conduct door-to-door visits to build strong relationships with clients.
• Orient clients on available loan products, terms, and services.
• Mobilize savings from both existing and prospective clients.

Loan Processing & Portfolio Management

• Process loan applications, including verifying clients' income-generating activities (IGAs) and other necessary documentation.
• Conduct creditworthiness checks and risk assessments.
• Ensure proper documentation and timely loan approvals and disbursements.
• Build and maintain a quality loan portfolio with regular follow-up.

Monitoring, Recovery & Reporting

• Monitor loan utilization and conduct regular field visits for loan recovery and client support.
• Ensure timely collection of loan installments and manage delinquent accounts.
• Verify client and guarantor details prior to disbursement.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare periodic reports on portfolio performance.

Customer Service & Financial Education

• Provide quality, timely, and professional customer service to clients.
• Educate clients on loan terms, responsible borrowing, and financial literacy.
• Support client groups in managing repayments according to ASA Rwanda’s group lending methodology.

Other Duties

• Perform any other duties assigned by management in the interest of the company.
• Ensure adherence to ASA Rwanda's operational policies, procedures, and values.

• Job Qualifications and Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Microfinance, Banking or a related field with first class or second-class upper degree
• A diploma or certificate in Microfinance/Banking or Credit Management is an added advantage. Or undergoing professional courses in Finance or Accounting 

Experience:

• At least 2 years and above of experience in a microfinance institution, SACCO, or community banking, particularly in loan disbursement and recovery.
• Experience working with low-income populations or in rural fieldwork is highly desirable.
• Age: maximum 28 years old

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of microfinance principles and credit risk analysis.
• Familiarity with loan management software and mobile banking platforms.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Word, Excel and PPT).
• Ability to analyze financial statements of small businesses.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work in rural or semi-urban areas.
• Possess a valid motorcycle driving license will be an added value
• Language proficiency: English and Kinyarwanda proficiency required and French is an added advantage.
• Ready to provide his or her two (2) guarantors if retained after passing the test

• Salary & Benefits:

• Market conforms salary and employment conditions.
• In-house Medical Insurance covering him/her and legal dependents as company policy
• Communication allowances as per company policy
• Monitoring allowance as per company policy
• Annual Salary Increment as per company policy depending on company profit
• Transport facilitation going on field work
• Festival Allowance as per company policy

1. Application process 

Cover Letter included the candidate’s expected salary; Detailed CV; copy of Degree; Work certificates from previous employers; any other document that may prove a candidate’s competency to the post; Copy of ID Card.

Applications should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer of ASA International (RWANDA) Plc located in KIGALI City, GASABO District, Plot No. – 95, NTORA Village, KG 784 St. RUHANGO Cell, Gisozi Sector, Kigali, Rwanda

Online Application to be sent to asarecruitment@asarwanda.rw  with subject line mentioning Loan Officer. Submission of Application should be before 14th September 2025 at 5:00 PM. Please note that only candidates with the needed qualifications and relevant experience will be shortlisted. If you do not hear from us in 2 weeks after the deadline, know that you are not meeting our requirements. 

ASA International aims to attract and select a diverse workforce, ensuring equal opportunity to everyone, irrespective of race, age, gender, class, ethnicity, disability, location, and religion. Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Done at Kigali on 02nd September 2025
 

Signed and approved by:

Christian SALIFOU

Chief Executive Officer 

ASA International (Rwanda) Plc

ASA RWANDA APPLICATION FORM