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THE COMPANY
The Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is Belize’s only Development Bank. Our Board of Directors and Staff are strongly committed to our mandate to provide development financing and related services which contribute to the sustainable growth of the Belizean economy, and to our vision of transforming DFC into a world-class financial institution.
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THE JOB
The Junior Relationship Officer is the first level of customer interaction who is responsible for creating and maintaining client relationships. The Junior Relationship Officer evaluates and recommends approval of Education, Housing and MSE loan applications and manage an assigned portfolio of loans. The Junior Relationship Officer also participates in the marketing of the Corporation’s products and services.
DUTY STATION
DANGRIGA BRANCH
Education & Experience
- An Associate Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
- At least three (3) years’ experience in the appraisal, implementation and management of loans. Experience in developmental loans/projects would be an advantage.
Required Skills & Abilities
- Superior communication skills – ability to receive and convey written and verbal information effectively with customers and employees at all levels.
- Customer service-oriented – must be able to display positive attitudes and behaviors, which demonstrate an awareness and willingness to respond to and meet customer’s needs, requirements and expectations.
- Ability to interpret and analyze financial data to originate sound loans as well as to maintain a performing portfolio.
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook; and familiar with new channels used for mass communication.
- Ability to focus on the details and apply critical thinking techniques.
- Ability and willingness to travel frequently, as required. This requires the possession of a privately owned motor vehicle and valid driver’s license.
- Understanding DFC’s role as a development bank and its mandate to
shape Belize’s economic and social landscape. - High ethical standards and uncompromising sense of integrity.
- Working knowledge of Spanish.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Generate new customer leads through various channels.
- Achieve monthly targets relating to loan approvals, disbursements, portfolio quality, and growth.
- Conduct property valuations for properties offered as loan collateral.
- Ensure that properties held as collateral are adequately insured.
5. Ensure customer satisfaction through regular and timely engagement.
6. When necessary and justifiable, initiate appropriate loan servicing actions/recommendations in relation to individual borrowers.
7. Actively promote the Corporation’s financial services.
TO APPLY
Submit an Application Package that references the position title, and include the following:
- Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Copy of most recent qualification
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (no older than six months) – two must be professional references, of which one must be from a previous employer.
- Copy of Social Security Card
- The successful candidate will be required to provide a Police Report as part of the Background Check
Submit complete application package in one PDFfile to:
Manager
People Operations
Development Finance Corporation
P.O. Box 40, Belmopan
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SUBMISSION
Complete applications may be submitted via e-mail to: careers@dfcbelize.org
DEADLINE
April 22, 2024