If you are a motivated professional with experience in agricultural finance, a new opportunity has opened for you in East Africa’s growing agricultural sector. Maua Mazuri is currently seeking a dedicated and results-driven professional to join its team as a Field Credit & Collections Officer. This role offers a chance to work directly with smallholder farmers while supporting financial inclusion and sustainable agricultural development.
About the Opportunity
Maua Mazuri is expanding its farmer credit program and is looking for an individual who can effectively coordinate agricultural credit services while maintaining strong relationships with rural farmers. The selected candidate will play a vital role in supporting farmers through responsible lending, loan monitoring, and effective recovery strategies.
This field-based position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in rural environments, interacting with farming communities, and ensuring that agricultural financing programs operate smoothly and responsibly.
Position Overview
The Field Credit & Collections Officer will be responsible for managing farmer loan portfolios, coordinating credit activities in the field, and ensuring proper monitoring and recovery of loans. The role requires regular engagement with farmers, strong record-keeping abilities, and a commitment to maintaining transparency and accountability in financial operations.
The position will involve close collaboration with smallholder farmers, ensuring that credit services help improve productivity while maintaining responsible financial management.
Key Responsibilities
Some of the major responsibilities associated with this role include:
- Coordinating agricultural credit programs for smallholder farmers
- Managing and monitoring loan portfolios effectively
- Conducting field visits and supporting farmer relationships
- Ensuring proper loan documentation and accurate record keeping
- Implementing loan recovery strategies when necessary
- Supporting financial literacy and responsible borrowing among farmers
Through these responsibilities, the officer will contribute to strengthening agricultural finance systems while helping farmers access the resources they need to grow their businesses.
Required Experience and Skills
Candidates interested in this opportunity should demonstrate a combination of professional experience and interpersonal abilities that allow them to work effectively in rural environments.
Experience requirements include:
- At least two years of professional experience
- Background in microfinance, SACCO operations, agricultural credit, or loan recovery
- Experience working in field-based or rural development roles is an advantage
Essential skills include:
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to maintain accurate financial records
- Good interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
- Capacity to work independently in field environments
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
These competencies are important for ensuring effective loan management and maintaining trust with farming communities.
Work Location
The role is field-based in Taveta, Kenya, meaning the successful candidate will work directly within farming communities and rural areas. This environment provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in agricultural finance while making a meaningful impact on local livelihoods.
Why This Role Matters
Agricultural credit programs play an essential role in helping farmers access capital for seeds, equipment, and farm improvements. Professionals working in these programs help bridge the gap between financial institutions and rural communities.
By joining Maua Mazuri, the selected candidate will contribute to:
- Expanding financial access for smallholder farmers
- Supporting sustainable agricultural growth
- Strengthening responsible lending practices
- Improving rural livelihoods and economic stability
Application Process
Interested candidates are required to submit the following documents:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter outlining relevant experience
- Two professional references
Applications should be submitted via email to info@maua-mazuri.co.tz.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications is 20 March 2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to ensure their applications are considered. This opportunity provides an excellent platform for professionals passionate about agriculture, rural finance, and community development. By joining Maua Mazuri’s team, the successful candidate will play a direct role in empowering farmers and strengthening agricultural finance systems across the region.
