Job Details

  • Deadline: 7
  • Company: Numida
  • Location: Kampala
  • Application: Email: hiring@theugandanjobline.com; Online application

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Job Title

Verification Officer

Organisation

Duty Station

Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation

Numida provides working capital for African micro businesses. We use proprietary credit models and tech-enabled underwriting workflows to provide unsecured working capital loans to semi formal African micro businesses. Business owners download our app, apply for a loan in minutes from their place of business, and are approved within a day. Currently, there’s $200 billion in unmet credit demand by micro businesses across the continent. In 2021, we provided 30,000 working capital loans to 8,600 micro businesses in Uganda with best-in-class recovery rates. Numida is backed by Y Combinator (W22 batch) and multiple high-profile impact investors.

Job Summary

Numida is looking for a Verification Officer responsible for conducting thorough and accurate verifications of information submitted by first-time loan applicants.

This role is essential for ensuring the authenticity, integrity, and quality of applicant information, thereby facilitating informed decision-making by Credit Relationship Officers (CROs) for loans of 1,000,000 UGX and above.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Achieve an Average Loan Value (ALV) of 550,000 UG for first-time applicants by December 2026.

Enhance collection rates on first-time loans.

Minimize instances of loan slashing.

Improve conversion rates for loan applications.

Increase retention rates for acquired loans

Conditions for Verification

Applicable to new loan applications above 1,000,000 UGX.

Loans must have the potential to be reduced by 500,000 UGX and exceed 1,000,000 UGX.

Verification Process

Upon signing a loan agreement exceeding 3,000,000 UGX, the verification process is initiated.

The CRO submits a verification request through the designated verification channel.

The Finance Department is notified, and a transport requisition is created, submitted to both the Growth and Finance Departments.

Upon approval, Finance allocates the necessary funds to the Verification Officer.

The Verification Officer conducts a comprehensive assessment of the business.

Feedback from the verification is communicated to the CRO through the verification channel, with the CRO managing the remainder of the loan application process.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

High ethical standards with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline).

2 years of experience in verification, auditing, or a related field, preferably within the fintech or financial services sector.

Familiarity with loan processing and risk assessment is advantageous.

Why Join Numida

At Numida, you’re not just joining a fintech company – you’re becoming part of a mission to expand access to fair and reliable financial services for millions of small business owners across Africa.

You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of our credit processes, directly contributing to responsible lending and customer trust.

We are values-driven and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning to support both personal and professional growth.

You’ll receive competitive benefits and collaborative work environment, equity and professional development opportunities.

If you are passionate about this role we encourage you to apply here

How to Apply

All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 7

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August 2026

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Level of Education: bachelor degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

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