Business Development Associate

About the role

AfrikCap is seeking a Business Development Associate to be the on‑ground face of the company in Uganda. You will build relationships with retailers, individuals and SMEs, qualify borrowers and connect them with appropriate lending partners.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, engage and onboard retailers, individuals and SMEs onto the AfrikCap platform.
• Guide merchants through the credit application journey and ensure a smooth experience.
• Collaborate with bank and micro‑finance partners to maintain a high‑quality lead flow.
• Achieve weekly and monthly origination targets within your assigned territory.
• Provide market insights to improve product and service delivery.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in financial services, fintech, FMCG distribution or B2B sales.
• Strong leadership qualities, initiative‑taking and the ability to eventually lead a team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust quickly.
• Comfortable working in the field with self‑discipline and target orientation.
• Knowledge of the Ugandan retail and SME landscape is a plus.

Required skills