Head Digital Payments at BankservAfrica

Your key responsibilities include:

• Drive digital transformation by leading innovation in crypto-based payments, stablecoins, CBDCs, and related blockchain solutions.
• Develop and execute strategies for new digital payment platforms, ensuring scalability, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Engage with industry stakeholders (banks, regulators, fintechs, and payment providers) to enhance collaboration and partnerships in digital payments.
• Identify and assess disruptive technologies in payments, including smart contracts, DeFi (Decentralized Finance), and tokenized assets.
• Lead initiatives in digital payments, ensuring alignment with evolving market trends and regulatory frameworks.
• Improve profitability and efficiency through data-driven insights, automation, and digital innovation.
• Advise on the strategic alignment of new partnerships and emerging financial technologies.
• Develop policies and frameworks for managing risks related to digital assets, stablecoins, and blockchain-based transactions.
• Manage and mentor a team to drive performance, innovation, and collaboration in digital payments.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE

• Honour’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Economics, Business, or Digital Innovation.
• 10+ years of experience in digital payments, blockchain, fintech, financial innovation, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong expertise in cryptocurrency, CBDCs, stablecoins, and blockchain-based financial systems.
• Deep understanding of digital identity, open banking, and DeFi ecosystems.
• Proven ability to drive financial transformation, innovation, and partnerships.
• Experience engaging with regulators, central banks, and financial industry leaders.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic decision-making skills.

EXPERIENCE

• Expertise in blockchain, stablecoins, CBDCs, and digital payments ecosystems.
• Strong financial acumen with an ability to drive business profitability and efficiency.
• Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory and compliance landscapes.
• High-level stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to manage teams and drive digital transformation.