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Trade FinanceSeniorFull-time

Trade Finance Officer

KenyaNairobi or KampalaPosted 20 Jan 2026

About the role

Our trade finance division provides structured capital to licensed exporters of gold, cobalt, tin and tantalum. As a Trade Finance Officer you will originate and structure facilities, working directly with clients on their transaction documentation.

What you will do

  • Originate and structure pre-export, PO and refinery-gate facilities
  • Review offtake contracts, licences and export documentation
  • Work with legal and compliance on KYC, AML and sanctions screening
  • Monitor facility drawdowns, shipments and repayments
  • Build relationships with exporters, refiners and correspondent banks

What we are looking for

  • 5+ years in structured trade or commodity finance
  • Experience with LC, SBLC and documentary collection instruments
  • Working knowledge of AML and sanctions compliance in commodity trade
  • Willingness to travel in the region

Nice to have

  • Prior experience with precious metals or critical minerals
  • French or Swahili language skills

How to apply

Send your CV and a short note about why this role interests you to careers@jahihi.com. Include the role title in the subject line.

We read every application. You will hear back from us within two weeks of your submission, whether or not we progress.

Jahihi is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law in the markets where we operate.