Product Specialist (Account Manager) at Betway Africa

The necessary skills that we require for this role include:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively
• Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, with a focus on achieving shared goals
• Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations
• Previous experience in Relationship Management – advantageous.
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask.
• Confidence
• Proven track record of strategic and commercial aptitude

As part of your role, your responsibilities will include:
​Relationship & Partnership Management​

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Effectively manage partnerships with Vendors, ensuring goal alignment and long-term collaboration.
• Proactive engagement with stakeholders to identify new opportunities that benefit commercially.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration, acting as a liaison to ensure smooth coordination and execution of joint initiatives.
• Drive stakeholder engagement through clear communication, consistent follow up and a solutions focused approach.

Operational Liaison

• Serves as the primary point of contact between business and Vendors.
• Ensures alignment between strategic goals and operation activities.
• Coordinates the implementation Vendor related initiatives.
• Commercial Awareness
• Demonstrates strong commercial acumen.
• Identifies opportunities to enhance profitability.
• Understands customers and stakeholders needs by aligning commercial strategies to deliver mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Balances short-term objectives with long-term growth in mind.

​Project Management and Coordination

• Leads and coordinates projects ensuring timely delivery.
• Develops and maintains well-structured delivery plans.
• Collaborates with multiple cross-functional teams, facilitating effective communication both internally and externally through to delivery.
• Monitors and Tracks project delivery.
• Identifies and mitigates risks and issues by providing proactive and regular updates and insights to key stakeholders.

​Strategic Led Initiatives

• Executes strategic initiatives led by Product Managers ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities
• Monitors progress on strategic projects ensuring timely delivery and measurable outcomes
• Supports change management helping colleagues adapt and embrace strategic direction set.