Nafasi ya kazi :- Asset Risk Officer at Watu Credit – August 2026

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Asset Risk Officer

Job Details

  • Job Title: Asset Risk Officer

  • Job ID: 141037

  • Level: Officer

  • Location: Mwanza Branch, Tanzania

  • Closing Date: August 25, 2026

Job Purpose

The Asset Risk Investigation Officer handles day-to-day activities for the effective functioning of special cases, investigations, and the enforcement of fraud, vandalism, and emergency situations. The role provides expertise on investigation-related issues, manages an assigned special cases portfolio, and ensures client resolution aligns with company policies. (Note: May require working outside normal working hours).

Key Responsibilities

1. Specific Responsibilities

  • Workflow & Operations: Analyze, assign, and manage workflow for assigned special cases portfolios.

  • Team Supervision & Dispute Resolution: Provide supervisory oversight to the team, resolve employee issues, and evaluate officer performance.

  • Risk & Cost Control: Conduct risk assessments, implement mitigations, and approve process costs to ensure minimal expenditure.

  • Performance Management: Monitor employee performance against targets, identify areas for improvement, and track progress.

  • Reporting & Stakeholder Relations: Compile daily team reports for the Supervisor/Manager and foster positive relationships with internal/external stakeholders.

2. General Responsibilities

  • Comply with company policies, processes, and code of conduct.

  • Complete administrative and work-related tasks within agreed deadlines to meet company goals.

  • Embrace, lead, and embed change within the unit.

  • Proactively recommend innovative ideas to boost business efficiency.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Achieve a Month-over-Month (MoM) resolution rate of at least 85%.

  • Incur minimal cost during the resolution of assigned cases.

  • Manage Turnaround Time (TAT) for all assigned cases.

  • Maintain quality call scores (QC Score) per day at agreed levels.

  • Lead, coach, and mentor the assigned team.

Qualifications & Requirements

Academic Qualifications & Technical Experience

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.

  • Experience: Minimum of 2 years of in-depth experience in asset risk and investigation operations.

  • Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and strong presentation skills.

Key Skills & Attributes

  • Excellent communication, planning, organizational, and negotiation skills.

  • High level of integrity, attention to detail, and focus on internal controls.

  • Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively across diverse business units.

  • Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing business priorities.

Behavioral & Leadership Competencies

  • Customer Focus & Ownership: High level of service delivery aligned with Watu’s values and KPIs.

  • Integrity & Respect: Transparent operations and respectful relationships across teams and customers.

  • People Leadership: Conduct mid-year/annual performance reviews and monthly 1-on-1s, identify training needs, and foster a team environment.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should submit their application before the deadline on August 25, 2026.
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