linus kirimi
@linuskirimi
I grow loan portfolios through client onboarding, credit appraisal, disbursement, collections, and customer retention.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I've built hands-on microfinance experience across SACCOs, Walaka Capital, Together As One Micro Investment, and Finance Adjacent Possible, supporting clients from onboarding through loan repayment.
In my current Business Development Officer role, I implement portfolio growth plans, conduct market research, recruit and screen borrowers, appraise loans, ensure compliant documentation, and facilitate disbursements. I also monitor repayment performance, follow up on arrears, and recommend corrective actions to maintain portfolio quality.
Earlier, I managed client portfolios, processed cash transactions, maintained customer records, supported telesales appointments, reconciled bank statements, and delivered customer service that encouraged repeat business and retention.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Development Officer
Adjacent Possible Finance
Jul 2025 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Implemented business development strategies, conducted market analysis, executed marketing activities, recruited clients, appraised loans, and managed portfolio risks.
Loan Officer
Together As One Micro Investment
Jul 2023 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Responsible for client evaluation, loan disbursements, timely collections, follow-up on defaulters, market research, client retention, and maintaining client records.
Portfolio Manager
Walaka Capital
Oct 2022 - Feb 2023 (4 months)
Marketed products, onboarded new clients, repeated loan applications, maintained client portfolios, collected instalments, and disbursed loans to onboarded clients.
Telesales Agent
Sacco
Jan 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year 9 months)
Maintained customer databases, answered calls explaining services, updated customer details, monitored sales performance, set appointments for field sales, and built repeat business through customer relations.
Finance Officer
Sacco
Jan 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 11 months)
Processed cash transactions, maintained accurate transaction details, verified key account details, and tallied cash amounts at the end of each day during a three-month attachment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CPA
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Accounting
Studying CPA parts 1 and 2.
Machakos University
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
2016 - 2020
Grade: Second Class Honours
Bachelor of Commerce in Finance option, graduated with a second class honour.
Brieruri High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2011 - 2015
Grade: B (plain)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, grade B plain.
Kithare Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
2002 - 2010
Grade: B+ (plain)
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, grade B+ (plain).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Job categories
Skills
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