Country Director

2 weeks ago


Sandton, South Africa Initiate International Full time
Join Our Team as a Country Director

We are seeking a visionary leader to spearhead our growth initiatives across Sub-Saharan Africa. As a Country Director, you will be responsible for driving business development, partner management, and strategy execution in the region.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Business Development & Partner Management: Develop and manage partnerships with Mobile Network Operators, eWallet providers, Payment Service Providers (PSPs), and merchants to drive seamless onboarding and service launches.
  • Strategy & Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with the EMEA leadership team to ensure payment strategies are driving commercial growth and hitting business targets.
Requirements:
  • Educational Background: A degree or diploma in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
  • Experience: A minimum of 7 years of experience in business development, project management, marketing, or product development, with at least 5 years in payments, remittance, or aggregation services.
  • Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (bonus points for other languages).
What We Offer:

As a Country Director, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of digital payments in Africa, working side by side with global innovators and leaders. You will be in the driver's seat, crafting game-changing strategies that will define the region's digital payment landscape for years to come.

We are looking for a driven self-starter with a customer-first mindset, sharp analytical skills, and relentless attention to detail. If you are a visionary ready to lead from the front and drive meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing markets in the world, we want to hear from you.


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