Job Title: General Manager
Organisation: Baikal Finance Services
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Baikal Finance Services is a subsidiary of Premidis at DR Congo, focused on providing reliable financial solutions to businesses and individuals across Uganda. Baikal Financial Services is dedicated to promoting financial inclusion and sustainable development in Uganda. We focus on providing innovative financial solutions that help entrepreneurs access modern technology. Our mission is to empower Ugandans through accessible financial services that improve livelihoods and support the transition to cleaner energy alternatives.
Job Summary: We’re hiring a strategic Portfolio Manager to lead our EV bike and smartphone portfolios, identify new business opportunities, and scale Baikal’s impact. If you’re passionate about inclusive finance, tech-driven growth, and market expansion, this role is for you!
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Own portfolio performance – Optimize growth, risk, and profitability for EV bikes and smartphones.
- Identify and pursue local market opportunities to grow Baikal’s loan and savings products.
- Pioneer new ventures – Develop innovative microfinance products, partnerships, or markets to expand our reach.
- Lead risk management – Refine underwriting, combat fraud, and maintain defaults <8%.
- Optimize collections using mobile money, GPS tracking, and ethical recovery practices.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to scale portfolios and explore untapped potential.
- Mentor a high-performing team of loan officers, analysts, and collections staff.
- Leverage data insights to drive decisions and innovate processes.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
- 5+ years in microfinance, lending, or asset finance (portfolio management experience required).
- Expertise in credit risk, collections, and Uganda’s financial regulations.
- Proven ability to spot and capitalize on new business opportunities.
- Leadership skills to inspire teams and thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
- Tech savviness – familiarity with loan management software is a plus!
Bonus Skills:
- Experience with digital lending/mobile money platforms.
- Deep knowledge of Uganda’s EV bike, smartphone, or microfinance markets.
- Strategic mindset with a knack for innovation and market analysis.
Why Join Us?
- Shape the future of green mobility, financial inclusion, and microfinance innovation.
- Work in a dynamic, purpose-driven culture where your ideas fuel growth.
- Grow your career with a pioneering institution at the forefront of impact.
How to Apply:
Send your CV and cover letter to raj.b@baikalfinance.ug & Info@baikalfinance.ug
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