No Interest Loan Scheme Officer

Lifetime Connect is now seeking a NILS Loan Officer to work as part of a team within our Family Support Services. The role will provide Microfinance services to improve access to financial inclusion for our client group. The position is primarily based at the Macksville site; however, you will be expected to travel across the Nambucca Valley and Coffs Harbour LGA’s. This is a Fixed Term 6 Month Contract Permanent Part-time 3 days a week position.

Why Join Us?

• Work Life Balance: Lifetime Connect places people at the Centre of our work. As a part of a Not for Profit-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits
  • Flexible work Options days/Hours
  • Annual First Aid & CPR Renewals
  • Salary packaging options on mortgage, rent, entertainment and groceries.
  • Career and development opportunities – we want you to succeed! 
  • Supportive, Fun, dynamic & people driven work environment.
• Long-Term Client Relationships: Our amazing clients are with us for months, often years, allowing you to build strong connections and truly see the results of your work by celebrating their achievements.
• Variety and Flexibility: You’ll have the opportunity to work with clients across various settings – at home, in the community – making each day unique and rewarding.
• A Supportive Team: You’ll be part of a small, close-knit team offering a collaborative environment and regular supervision to ensure your professional growth.
• Convenient Locations: We operate out of several locations with plenty of free onsite parking at all our sites:

Key Responsibilities:

• Building and maintaining relationships with loan providers

• Send out NILS loan information packs

• Perform NILS loan interviews according to policies and procedures using MyNILSapp

• Compile NILS loan applications for assessment within a 24–48-hour turnaround

• Meet monthly targets of at least 20 approved loans – Good Shepard

• Increase the reach of NILS through various mediums including collaboration and networking with local service providers

• Initiate activities to increase the awareness of NIL

•Maintain loan records in accordance with Good Shepherd Microfinance procedures and privacy requirements

•Attend staff, program area and relevant Microfinance meetings and training events

Required:

•Ability to work independently and collaboratively as required

•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

•Demonstrated knowledge of community needs

•Relevant qualifications and/or experience in microfinance, finance sector or community development

•Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills

•NDIS screening & Worker Orientation module

•Current Police Clearance

•Working With Children Check

•First Aid & CPR qualifications

If you’re looking for a role that offers variety, strong professional support, and the opportunity to truly make a difference in your clients’ lives, we’d love to hear from you!