Field Verification Officer

Who We Are 

Moniepoint is an all-in-one financial services platform for emerging markets and the second-fastest-growing company in Africa. 

Since 2019, Moniepoint’s technology has powered over 3 million people, offering personal and business banking, payment, credit, and business management tools to help them succeed. Moniepoint processed $182 billion in 2023, and currently processes the majority of the POS transactions in Nigeria. 

Curious about what makes Moniepoint an incredible place to work? Check out posts on how we cultivate a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth. 

Job Summary

As a field verification officer, you would be responsible for carrying out different kinds of field verifications, leveraging your experience and our standard operating procedures to help in identifying and eliminating potential default red flags before the disbursement of a loan facility or in verification of general KYC information of customers, employees, or any other relevant parties. 

You would also be responsible for making deductions from several information sources at the various verification locations to ensure the accuracy and legitimacy of the information being verified. 

You should be very creative, meticulous, and observant, collecting any data outside of the standard required information that may be relevant to the verification in question. You are expected to work with the highest integrity, as any falsified information provided during verification would be considered fraud and the relevant legal processes would be initiated. 

Location: In person (Nationwide)

Employment Status: Contract (Outsourced)

Job Responsibilities 

• Embark on physical visitation to potential borrowers’ business places for evaluation of business books, taking inventory and turnover into consideration 
• Ensure that all verifications are completed thoroughly, according to the standard operating procedures and within the specified timelines 
• Physical visitation of locations to verify residential or business address information provided 
• Physical visitation of other parties such as the loan guarantors, employee references and so on to ensure they are aware of their responsibilities and can easily be located if necessary 
• Prepare comprehensive and accurate reports on daily verification activities 
• Perform all other functions as may be assigned by a supervisor 

Qualifications 

• A minimum of a B.Sc/H.ND in any business-related discipline 
• In-depth geographical knowledge of the local environment 
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in credit risk or field verification is an added advantage 

Relevant Skills 

• Attention to details 
• Proven simple/complex analytical skills 
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills 
• Agility and perseverance 

What we can offer you 

Culture: We put our people first and prioritize the well-being of every team member. We’ve built a company where all opinions carry weight and where all voices are heard. We value and respect each other and always look out for one another. Above all, we are human. 

Learning: We have a learning and development-focused environment with an emphasis on knowledge sharing, training, and regular internal technical talks. 

Compensation: You’ll receive an attractive salary, pension, health insurance, annual bonus, plus other benefits. 

What to expect in the hiring process 

• A preliminary phone call with the recruiter. 
• An interview with a business lead. 
• A behavioural and technical interview with a member of the executive team. 

Moniepoint is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates.