Are you a seasoned credit professional looking to take on a strategic leadership role in the financial services sector? Victoria Finance Plc (VFP) is offering an exciting opportunity for a Chief Credit Officer (CCO). This position is ideal for a highly experienced and results-oriented individual ready to oversee credit operations and ensure strong portfolio performance within a growing microfinance institution.
Working with Victoria Finance Plc provides a valuable opportunity to contribute to financial inclusion while advancing your leadership career. First, the company is committed to serving low- and middle-income earners, women, and youth through tailored financial solutions. Moreover, its innovative digital agriculture product, Kilimo Pesa, supports smallholder farmers across multiple regions. Additionally, the role allows you to influence credit strategy at a senior level while working with diverse and dynamic teams.
Established in 2009 and operational since 2010, Victoria Finance Plc is a regulated microfinance institution with a strong presence in Tanzania. The company operates branches in Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Iringa, Mbeya, and Dodoma, reaching clients across more than thirteen regions. Furthermore, its subsidiary, Victoria Insurance Brokers Limited, enhances its offerings through insurance services. Through continuous innovation and outreach, the company remains a key player in promoting financial access and economic empowerment.
This role is best suited for highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in credit management and financial services. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership, analytical skills, and deep knowledge of credit risk and compliance. To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Working with Victoria Finance Plc provides a valuable opportunity to contribute to financial inclusion while advancing your leadership career. First, the company is committed to serving low- and middle-income earners, women, and youth through tailored financial solutions. Moreover, its innovative digital agriculture product, Kilimo Pesa, supports smallholder farmers across multiple regions. Additionally, the role allows you to influence credit strategy at a senior level while working with diverse and dynamic teams.
Established in 2009 and operational since 2010, Victoria Finance Plc is a regulated microfinance institution with a strong presence in Tanzania. The company operates branches in Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Iringa, Mbeya, and Dodoma, reaching clients across more than thirteen regions. Furthermore, its subsidiary, Victoria Insurance Brokers Limited, enhances its offerings through insurance services. Through continuous innovation and outreach, the company remains a key player in promoting financial access and economic empowerment.
This role is best suited for highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in credit management and financial services. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership, analytical skills, and deep knowledge of credit risk and compliance. To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Banking, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
- Master’s degree or professional qualifications (CPA/CFA) will be an added advantage
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in credit management
- At least 5 years in a senior management role
- Proven experience in regulated microfinance and digital lending operations
- Providing strategic leadership and oversight of the credit function in line with Microfinance Regulations
- Developing, implementing, and enforcing credit policies and underwriting standards
- Overseeing credit appraisal, approvals, portfolio performance, collections, and recoveries
- Managing digital lending platforms and a wide range of loan products including micro, SME, retail, and secured lending
- Monitoring portfolio risk, PAR, NPLs, provisioning, and regulatory reporting
- Prepare an updated CV highlighting relevant experience and achievements
- Write a clear application letter demonstrating your suitability for the role
- Address your application to the Managing Director, Victoria Finance Plc
- Submit your application via email to [email protected] or by post to:
P.O. Box 12102, Mwanga Tower Building, New Bagamoyo Road, Kijitonyama, Dar es Salaam - Ensure submission before the deadline: 15th April 2026
