Business Development Officer
Job snapshot
Business Development Officer vacancy at National Bank of Commerce Ltd. The post sits inside the finance function, where accuracy and controls matter most. The post is based in Tegeta Branch NBC, closing on Sep 22, 2026.
| Role | Business Development Officer |
|---|---|
| Employer | National Bank of Commerce Ltd |
| Location | Tegeta Branch NBC |
| Deadline | Sep 22, 2026 |
National Bank of Commerce Ltd runs financial controls and monthly reporting.
Role overview
NBC is the oldest serving bank in Tanzania with over five decades of experience.
Key responsibilities
- Making sure approved loans adhere to approved terms and conditions.
- Education required.
- Identify, explore, and negotiate business (lending) opportunities with existing and new and customers.
- Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking.
- Creating and innovating.
- Experience required.
- Application DeadlineSeptember 22, 2026.
- Employment TypeFull time.
- Mobilize deposits from new and existing Micro-SME customers under KUA NASI, NBC Shambani and La Riba segments.
- Follow up on pipelines/sale leads so that maturity inside agreed TAT.
- Liaise with CRC members so that eligible customers are visited to validate the information submitted, business and collaterals provided.
- That the Bank's interests are properly presented and safeguarded.. This as well covers engaging with external and internal business stakeholders.
- Learning and researching.
- Carrying out mass marketing/training with customers (potential & existing).
- Persuading and influencing.
- Help branch to devise and execute turnaround or recovery measures geared to improve quality of loan portfolio.
- Carrying out products awareness sessions with branches or external customers.
- Capacity building.
- Loan Portfolio Management.
- Position.
- Onboarding of eligible borrowing customers as per Product Procedure Manuals.
- We offer a range of retail, business, corporate and investment banking, wealth management products and services.
- Facilitate renewal/refinancing of eligible existing facilities.
- Receive and review Credit applications and ensure compliance to approved checklist of required documents.
- At least 1 year working experience in the Banking industry.
- Reporting & Meeting attendance.
- Compulsory attendance at CRC, Loan delinquency and collections meetings and others as directed by authority.
- Deposit mobilization & Cross selling.
- Making sure proper documentation and record keeping of every approved credit application documents at branch.
- Cross selling of Bank's existing and new products & services Support Liaison role between internal and external stakeholders.
- Holder of First degree or its equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Agribusiness, Banking, Economics, Planning and/or relevant fields from recognised tertiary institution. Master's degree or Banking certification will be a useful extra.
- Assessment (credit appraisal) of Micro-SME credit applications to determine creditworthiness for Bank's financing in-line with Product Procedure Manuals.
- Relationship management & Advisory function.
- Deciding and initiating action.
- Adapting and responding to change.
- Making sure every credit applications forwarded to HQ for approval were reviewed, discussed, and deliberated by CRC (as per Product Procedure).
- Customer advisor on different business or lending requirements and devise proper credit structuring.
- It performs in line with approved performance indicators and targets.. This as well covers reviewing loan portfolio and recommending appropriate interventions.
- Experience in Micro-SME lending will be a useful extra.
- Relating and networking.
- LocationTegeta Branch NBC.
- Making sure post disbursement business visits are made to confirm fund utilization and report/take necessary action where deviation occurs.
- Education and Experience Required.
- Attend/address every issues or queries raised by HQ (Retail credit/Business) in collaboration with CRC without compromising procedure.
- Job IDR-15990999.
- Developing and maintain business relationships with customers on the Bank's behalf.
- Growth of quality loan portfolio (Branch targets).
- Credit underwriting functions.
- CompanyNational Bank of Commerce Ltd.
- Making sure customers' visits are made and reports are prepared as per the Bank's guidelines.
- Preparation and submitting of standard periodic reports or every report as required by management.
- Knowledge & Skills.
Requirements
- Experience required.
- Education required.
- Adapting and responding to change.
- Holder of First degree or its equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Agribusiness, Banking, Economics, Planning and/or relevant fields from recognised tertiary institution.
- Creating and innovating.
- Master's degree or Banking certification will be a useful extra.
- Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking.
- Persuading and influencing.
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- Deciding and initiating action.
- Learning and researching.
- Experience in Micro-SME lending will be a useful extra.
- At least 1 year working experience in the Banking industry.
- Relating and networking.
Key skills
How to apply
Apply through the National Bank of Commerce Ltd careers portal for this Business Development Officer.
Apply on the National Bank of Commerce Ltd site
Common questions
- What role is open?
- National Bank of Commerce Ltd is recruiting a Business Development Officer.
- Where is the job based?
- The post is based in Tegeta Branch NBC.
- When does it close?
- The closing date is Sep 22, 2026.
- How do I apply?
- Submit your application directly on the employer's official portal: Apply on the National Bank of Commerce Ltd site
Jobconnect application guidance
Before applying for Business Development Officer, review the requirements carefully, tailor your CV to the role, and follow the instructions shown in the advert before Sep 22, 2026.
- Identify 2-3 requirements from the advert and make sure they are clearly visible in your CV, cover letter, or application message.
- Prepare a short application message that mentions the exact job title and why you fit the role.
- Keep your phone and email active after applying so you do not miss interview or assessment updates.
CV hints for this job
For Business Development Officer at National Bank of Commerce Ltd, align your CV with the location and role context: Tegeta Branch NBC.
Interview preparation
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Advert requirement: Holder of First degree or its equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Agribusiness, Banking, Economics, Planning and/or relevant fields from recognised tertiary institution. Master's degree or Banking certification will be a useful extra. What relevant experience or training could you discuss for this non-mandatory criterion? Treat this as optional, not a new eligibility rule. Be honest about experience you do not have.
Advert requirement: At least 1 year working experience in the Banking industry. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.
Advert requirement: Education required. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
Advert requirement: Experience required. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.
Advert requirement: Experience in Micro-SME lending will be a useful extra. What relevant experience or training could you discuss for this non-mandatory criterion? Treat this as optional, not a new eligibility rule. Be honest about experience you do not have.
General practice What would you want the employer to clarify about this advert? Prepare a question about something genuinely unstated. Do not assume pay, benefits or working arrangements.
General practice What would you need to learn to perform this role well? Explain any gap honestly and the practical steps you would take to learn.
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Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Business Development Officer position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.
My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Business Development Officer. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Bachelor's Degrees and Advanced Diplomas - Business, Commerce and Management Studies, Customer Excellence - Service Management (Meets every of the req.
I am especially interested in this role because it aligns with responsibilities such as Maturity inside agreed TAT. Identify, explore, and negotiate business (lending) opportunities with existing and new and customers. Engaging with external and internal bus.... I am confident that my ability to learn quickly, communicate clearly, and deliver dependable work would support the goals of the organization.
I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Sep 22, 2026.
Thank you for considering my application.
How to apply for this job
For Business Development Officer, use the method in this advert and finish before September 22, 2026.
- Apply through the official NBC Workday careers portal
- Open the official application page: https://absa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/NBC_Careers/job/Tegeta-Branch-NBC/Business-Development-Officer_R-15990999-1.
- Create or log into your candidate account and complete the form for Business Development Officer.
- Upload your CV and the required documents, then submit. Submit before September 22, 2026.
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