Verification Officer

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure timely completion of all verifications and reporting in compliance with the outlined processes.
• Conduct detailed background checks of champions and their guarantors.
• Timely follow-up and closure of assigned verification checks.
• Delivery of confidential documents.
• Gather information and evidence through face-to-face interviews.
• Ensure champions’ data and reports are complete, accurate and consistent.
• Conduct verification on matters entrusted to the team.
• Gather recorded statements and documentation.
• Organize all the collected data and information.
• Making deductions from several information sources at the various verification locations to ensure the accuracy and legitimacy of the information being verified.

EDUCATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION

• Minimum of OND in any Business-related discipline.
• In-depth geographical knowledge of the local environment.
• A minimum of two (2) years of working experience in credit risk or field verification is an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE (examples/guidelines as stated below)

• 2-3 years experience in Accounting

COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS (examples/guidelines as stated below)

• In-depth geographical knowledge of the local environment.
• Must be able to ride a bike.
• Integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to speak the native language is an added advantage
• Attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• High level of initiative.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office.