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Manager SME

Housing Finance Bank Kampala, Kampala Full time Posted 2026-09-17

DistrictKampalaCityKampalaContractFull timePosted2026-09-17Close date2026-09-30Experience7 yearsSourceGreat Uganda JobsSalaryUGX MONTH

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Housing Finance Bank is hiring a Manager SME in Kampala to drive growth, profitability, and retention of the SME portfolio through business acquisition, relationship management, and tailored financial solutions. The role requires a business degree, at least 7 years of banking experience with 3 years in relationship management and sales, plus strong credit analysis and leadership skills. The application deadline is September 30, 2026.

Senior banking role focused on SME portfolio growth and relationship management
Requires a business degree in finance, commerce, business administration, economics, or related field
Minimum 7 years banking experience with at least 3 years in relationship management and sales
Deadline to apply is September 30, 2026

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PreferredPractical evidence in sales, retail, call_centerThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
RequiredAvailability to work in KampalaThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Original source description

Manager SME
2026-09-16T10:27:55+00:00
Housing Finance Bank
https://cdn.greatugandajobs.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_11696/logo/download%20(8).jpg
https://www.housingfinance.co.ug/
FULL_TIME
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Banking
Management, Accounting & Finance, Business Operations, Sales & Retail
UGX
MONTH
2026-09-30T17:00:00+00:00
8
Background
Housing Finance Bank is the leading provider of housing finance solutions with a vision to be the

Preferred Qualifications

consumer and business bank with a focus on housing finance. To attain its strategic objectives efficiently and effectively, Housing Finance Bank is seeking to hire qualified, versatile, and self-driven individuals for the positions stated below:

Job Purpose

To drive the growth, profitability, and retention of the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) portfolio by acquiring new business and managing key relationships and offering tailored financial solutions.
Key Result Areas
Lead the execution of the SME banking Strategy to meet targets for asset portfolio, Deposits, number of customers and revenue while ensuring good risk management.
Client Relationship Management-enforce regular customer visits and financial health checks to understand clients’ business needs and provide advisory support.
Manage and nurture a portfolio of high SME value clients, ensuring high customer satisfaction and retention.
Oversee the SME lending process, ensuring that loan packages are properly filed with appropriate signatures, disclosures, credit authority, and supporting documentation.
Review and update the SME Customer Value Propositions in line with the changing customer needs.
Reviews SME loan procedures on a routine basis and recommends any necessary updates or revisions.
Prepare and authorise necessary lending documentation, including settlement sheets, vouchers, and general ledger entries.
Conduct regular sales meetings to address goals and progress to date and drive productivity among staff.
Market analysis – Monitor competition trends and guide the bank on opportunities and possible risks.
Financial Responsibility
Responsible for delivering the SME lending business & financial targets drive proper product mix.
Responsible for controlling costs within the agreed budget.
Person Specification

Education

& Training
A Business Degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Management or any relevant field.
Possession of a Certified banking qualification or Master’s Degree in a relevant field would be an added advantage.
Skills &

Experience

Critical thinking, analytical, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
A minimum of 7 years’
in a Banking environment with at least 3 years in the relationship management function and sales function.
Business Development Skills, Customer service skills, Relationship/People Management Skills, Negotiation Skills, Leadership skills, Marketing, Selling and Strong Credit analysis skills.
Business Behaviours
The ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in written form in a professional manner is deemed essential.
Build functioning working relationships across organisational, corporate, and cultural boundaries.
Decisions and progress towards goals in conditions of uncertainty.
Ability to demonstrate a positive image and role model HFB’s values and leadership behaviours.
Must be a person of impeccable integrity.
Lead the execution of the SME banking Strategy to meet targets for asset portfolio, Deposits, number of customers and revenue while ensuring good risk management.
Client Relationship Management-enforce regular customer visits and financial health checks to understand clients’ business needs and provide advisory support.
Manage and nurture a portfolio of high SME value clients, ensuring high customer satisfaction and retention.
Oversee the SME lending process, ensuring that loan packages are properly filed with appropriate signatures, disclosures, credit authority, and supporting documentation.
Review and update the SME Customer Value Propositions in line with the changing customer needs.
Reviews SME loan procedures on a routine basis and recommends any necessary updates or revisions.
Prepare and authorise necessary lending documentation, including settlement sheets, vouchers, and general ledger entries.
Conduct regular sales meetings to address goals and progress to date and drive productivity among staff.
Market analysis – Monitor competition trends and guide the bank on opportunities and possible risks.
Critical thinking, analytical, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Business Development Skills, Customer service skills, Relationship/People Management Skills, Negotiation Skills, Leadership skills, Marketing, Selling and Strong Credit analysis skills.
The ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in written form in a professional manner is deemed essential.
Build functioning working relationships across organisational, corporate, and cultural boundaries.
Decisions and progress towards goals in conditions of uncertainty.
Ability to demonstrate a positive image and role model HFB’s values and leadership behaviours.
A Business Degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Management or any relevant field.
Possession of a Certified banking qualification or Master’s Degree in a relevant field would be an added advantage.
Must be a person of impeccable integrity.
bachelor degree
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