Head of Credit Risk - Contract

• Design, implement, and continuously refine credit policies, underwriting frameworks, scorecards, and approval processes to support scalable and disciplined lending operations nationwide.
• Monitor portfolio performance, delinquency trends, write-offs, and collection effectiveness, using data-driven insights to identify emerging risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner closely with sales, operations, collections, and product teams to optimize customer acquisition, risk segmentation, pricing, and operational efficiency while maintaining prudent risk standards.
• Build and lead a high-performing credit risk organization, ensuring strong governance, regulatory compliance, reporting standards, and alignment with the company's long-term growth objectives.

Leading & fast growing company in the MicroFinancing IndustryDevelop & own the Credit Risk framework for the organization

A successful Head of Credit Risk should have:

• A strong background in credit risk management within the financial services industry.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing credit risk models and risk management frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of statistics and data science
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills to assess and mitigate risks effectively.
• Proven experience in leading teams and collaborating with senior stakeholders.
• Effective communication skills to manage internal and external relationships.

With a strong operational culture and ambitious expansion plans, the organization is building scalable lending platforms designed to support inclusive economic growth.

• 6-12 months contract with very competitive rate
• Opportunity to work in a leading financial services organization