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Head Of Credit Risk

Closing: Jul 12, 2024

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Published: Jul 3, 2024 (4 days ago)

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  • 10+ years of experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership position specifically within Credit Risk Management
  • Extensive background in financial services or Fintech, underscoring a deep understanding of the industry's nuances and dynamics
  • Solid understanding of Credit regulation within the Nigeria banking industry
  • In-depth hands-on expertise in the administration of Credit Risk policies, the Credit underwriting process, Credit Risk scoring methodologies, and precise calculation of unit costs for risk products
  • BSc in Accounting, Economics, Banking, Finance and Commerce (or relevant fields)
Responsibilities

  • 10+ years of experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership position specifically within Credit Risk Management
  • Extensive background in financial services or Fintech, underscoring a deep understanding of the industry's nuances and dynamics
  • Solid understanding of Credit regulation within the Nigeria banking industry
  • In-depth hands-on expertise in the administration of Credit Risk policies, the Credit underwriting process, Credit Risk scoring methodologies, and precise calculation of unit costs for risk products
  • BSc in Accounting, Economics, Banking, Finance and Commerce (or relevant fields)


  • Lead the Credit Risk team, end-to-end strategy roadmap and execution
  • Ensure proactive advocacy and steadfast adherence to Credit policies
  • Design Credit policies tailored to the unique dynamics of Kuda MFB in Nigeria
  • Build and operate the underwriting function for both consumer and business credit
  • Managing a team of underwriters, providing guidance, training, and feedback to ensure consistency and adherence to established underwriting standards
  • Spearhead active and compliant collection practices, demonstrating a commitment to regulatory standards and guidelines 
  • Lead the strategic implementation of Credit initiatives within the Nigerian market, aligning efforts with organizational objectives
  • Establish, build and actively manage various relationships with external partners

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