Job Openings at Baobab Microfinance Bank

Baobab Microfinance Bank is an investment company whose mission is to create a group of leading microfinance banks and finance companies in at least 15 countries by 2015 that will provide financial services and savings products to entrepreneurs who lack access to the traditional financial sector. Baobab was created in July 2005 by PlaNet Finance, and other investors including International Finance Corporation, AXA Belgium, and Societe Generale, with the European Investment Bank, the French Development Agency and Developing World Markets Joining later.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Experienced Loan Officer

Job Location:  Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting to: Branch Supervisor

Main Responsibilities

• Promote/Market Baobab’s products to prospective clients
• Visit and evaluate potential client businesses
• Visit client’s personal house
• Visit co-debtor, guarantor’s house and businesses
• Analyze financial data of client’s businesses
• Analysis of quantitative and qualitative data of client businesses and households
• Prepare loan documents for credit committee
• Present loan files to credit committee
• Enter Loan files in the MIS.
• Conduct monitoring visits to business and households
• Follow- up on loan repayment
• Manage loan recovery from active and write-off client until the last kobo
• Assess the impact of loan before renewal
• Deposit Mobilization
• Any other task as directed by your line supervisor.

Education

• B.Sc, HND Minimum
• Fluent in English (Written/spoken)
• Detail oriented
• Target oriented
• Articulate and well spoken
• High level of integrity
• Dynamic and motivated and individuals who like to work outdoors
• Must have completed NYSC
• Basic Knowledge in accounting, finance and mathematics
• Previous work Experience or training In sales (Preferably in an MfB or a commercial Bank).

Application Closing Date: 22nd February, 2026.

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Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

2.) Product Marketing Manager

Job Location: Yaba, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Direct Reporting Line: Head of Growth (User Acquisition & Retention)

Role Overview

• The Product Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and executing go-to-market (GTM) strategies for Baobab Nigeria’s suite of financial products, including Instant Card, USSD, Merchant Acquiring, Agency Banking, digital savings, digital lending, and any new products the company may launch.
• You will bridge the gap between product, marketing, and commercial teams ensuring every product is well-positioned, understood, and adopted by the right audience.

Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Positioning:

• Develop and refine product positioning, value propositions, and messaging thatresonate with target audiences.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to guide product differentiationand market entry strategies.
• Define customer segments and key use cases for each product line.

Go-to-Market (GTM) Planning:

• Lead cross-functional GTM launches for new products and features, ensuringalignment across product, marketing, and sales teams.
• Develop and manage integrated marketing campaigns that drive awareness,activation, and adoption.
• Support the development of marketing assets (videos, landing pages, productsheets, social ads, etc.) in collaboration with the creative and growth teams.

Product Growth & Optimization:

• Collaborate with the Growth and Product teams to track adoption metrics, userbehaviour, and retention performance.
• Identify opportunities to enhance product experience through feedback, insights,and user data.
• Develop lifecycle communication strategies to increase engagement and reducechurn.

Stakeholder Management:

• Partner with internal teams (Growth, Tech, Risk, Sales, and Customer Experience) to ensure consistent product communication and alignment.
• Support field and agency banking teams with product training, marketing materials,and merchant engagement tools.
• Collaborate with Baobab Group’s regional marketing and innovation teams toensure alignment with group strategy.

Insights & Reporting:

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across awareness, activation, andretention funnels.
• Produce regular product marketing reports with actionable insights andrecommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, or a related field (MBAor equivalent is a plus).
• 3–6 years of experience in product marketing, growth marketing, or digital financial services.
• Proven experience launching or managing fintech or banking products.
• Strong understanding of the Nigerian financial ecosystem, customer behavior, anddigital channels.
• Excellent communication, storytelling, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in data analytics, campaign performance tools, and CRM systems.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment focused on innovation and impact.
• Opportunity to shape the future of financial inclusion in Nigeria.
• Competitive compensation and career development within the Baobab Group.

Application Closing Date: 8th February, 2026.

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Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

3.) Scrum Master

Job Location: Yaba, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to:Head, IT PMO & Change management

Job Summary

• As a Scrum Master, you will be a facilitator and coach for the development team, guiding them in adhering to Agile principles and the Scrum framework.
• Your mission is to create a productive environment where the team can deliver high-quality software products by removing impediments, fostering collaboration, and ensuring continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach and guide the Scrum team on adhering to Agile principles and practices, and ensure they understand and follow Scrum theory, guidelines, and practices.
• Help the Product Owner manage the product backlog effectively.
• Remove any impediments or blockers that are hindering the team's progress.
• Shield the team from external distractions and interruptions.
• Promote a collaborative and transparent team environment.
• Liaise with stakeholders to improve visibility and clarity about the teams work.
• Encourage continuous learning and improvement within the team.
• Resolve conflicts within the team and promote constructive disagreement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Project Management with minimum of 3 years of experience in managing software development teams using Agile Methodology.
• Solid knowledge of Agile frameworks and methodology, such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Agile Scrum Master Certification (e.g., CSM, PSM II) is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Proficiency in servant-leadership, conflict resolution, empathy, and emotional intelligence.
• Status: Local contract with Baobab Microfinance Bank, Nigeria.

Application Closing Date: 8th February, 2026.

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Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.