1. Loan Assessment and Processing Support

• Assist in collecting and reviewing required documents for agriculture loan applications from farmers, cooperatives, agribusinesses, suppliers, and agri-SMEs.
• Support branch staff in preparing basic borrower, crop, commodity, and value chain information for loan assessment.
• Assist in updating crop prices, input costs, production cycles, and commodity profiles for use by branches.
• Support the preparation of basic farm budgets, cash flow information, and loan assessment summaries under the guidance of the supervisor.
• Ensure loan files are properly completed, recorded, and submitted in line with internal requirements.

2. Field Visit and Data Collection Support

• Join field visits with branch or department staff to collect information on farming activities, crop progress, livestock conditions, land use, and market access.
• Help verify loan purpose, use of funds, and basic production information during field monitoring.
• Report early signs of repayment difficulty, crop loss, market problems, or other risks to the supervisor and relevant branch staff.
• Maintain clear field visit notes, photos, and supporting documents where required.

3. Portfolio Monitoring and Risk Follow-up Support

• Assist in monitoring repayment schedules, due dates, overdue accounts, and follow-up actions.
• Support branch staff in communicating with clients and value chain actors for repayment follow-up and recovery support.
• Help identify common agriculture risks, such as weather, pests, disease, price fluctuation, and market access issues, and report them for management review.
• Support accurate portfolio data entry, filing, and reporting for audit and compliance purposes.
• Assist the department in maintaining portfolio quality and reducing overdue loans.

4.Client and Partner Support

• Provide basic information to clients and partners on suitable agriculture finance products, loan conditions, required documents, and repayment obligations.
• Support communication with farmers, cooperatives, input suppliers, buyers, local authorities, and other value chain actors.
• Assist in organizing outreach activities, client orientation, supplier meetings, field events, and promotional campaigns.
• Maintain good relationships with clients, branches, and partners and provide timely feedback to the supervisor.

5. Product and Market Information Support

• Collect and update market information related to crop prices, input costs, seasonal cycles, production risks, and government programs.
• Provide field feedback to support improvement of agriculture finance products and processes.
• Assist in preparing simple reports, presentations, client lists, and monitoring updates for the department.
• Support data analysis and documentation needed for product development and partnership discussions.

6. Other Duties

• Perform other tasks assigned by the supervisor and support the department’s day-to-day operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Banking, Agriculture, Agronomy, Rural Development, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least one year of work experience in banking, microfinance, agriculture, rural finance, agribusiness, or field operations is preferred. Fresh graduates with strong interest in agriculture finance may also be considered.
• Basic understanding of crop production, livestock, farm activities, and rural markets is an advantage.
• Good communication, coordination, customer service, and teamwork skills.
• Basic analytical skills and ability to prepare simple reports and maintain accurate records.
• Willingness to conduct field visits and work with rural clients and partners.
• Good computer skills, especially Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to ride a motorbike and travel frequently, if required.
• High commitment to learning, integrity, confidentiality, and professional conduct.
• Knowledge of English language is an advantage and preferred.