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Role Summary

• The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will play a pivotal role in driving Ozow's strategic growth and financial success. This high-impact position will oversee all financial aspects of the business, ensuring financial health, regulatory compliance, and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned financial leader with a proven track record in the fintech or payments industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership:
• Oversee financial planning, analysis, reporting, and risk management.
• Develop and implement robust financial strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP), and data privacy laws.
• Strategic Financial Modelling:
• Develop and utilize financial models to support strategic decision-making, business growth, and M&A activities.
• Conduct financial analysis to assess the feasibility and profitability of new initiatives.
• Fundraising and Investor Relations:
• Lead fundraising efforts, negotiate investment terms, and foster strong relationships with investors, banks, and financial institutions.
• Represent Ozow in investor presentations and meetings.
• Team Management:
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team, providing mentorship, coaching, and career development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented culture within the finance department.
• Treasury Management:
• Optimize cash flow, manage working capital, and oversee treasury operations.
• Strengthen the treasury function by enhancing liquidity forecasting and risk management capabilities.
• Proactively manage risks across multiple currencies, including interest rate, foreign exchange, and credit risks.
• Risk Management:
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, including credit, market, liquidity, and operational risks.
• Implement effective risk management frameworks and controls.
• Technology Integration:
• Leverage automation and AI to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance decision-making.
• Integrate financial systems and data analytics to support strategic initiatives.
• Revenue Enablement:
• Drive sustainable revenue growth and profitability through strategic financial planning and analysis.
• Partner with commercial teams to facilitate new product launches (e.g., cross-border payments) and market expansion.
• Optimize pricing strategies, revenue recognition, and contract terms to maximize revenue and profitability.
• Develop and implement financial models to assess the financial feasibility and impact of new business initiatives.
• Hiring and Talent Development:
• Recruit and develop top talent within the finance team to maintain a competitive edge.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Actively manage relationships with regulators, banking associations, clients, and potential partners.
• Provide regular updates to the board of directors and executive team.
• Long-Term Market Positioning:
• Achieve and maintain healthy gross profit margins to support sustainable growth and future strategic initiatives.
• Position Ozow for long-term success through strategic planning and market analysis.
• Develop an exit strategy that aligns with the company's long-term objectives and maximizes shareholder value.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of senior finance leadership experience in fintech or payments.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; advanced degree (MBA) and professional qualifications (CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to provide strategic insights.
• Exceptional leadership skills and effective communication abilities.
• Tech-savvy with understanding of fintech technologies and a passion for innovation.
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Demonstrated experience in leveraging automation and AI to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and accounting standards.

In office perks 

• Healthy breakfast, lunches and snacks (Cape Town) 
• Healthy lunches and snacks (Johannesburg) 
• Monthly socials (Cape Town and Johannesburg) 
• On-site Barista (Cape Town and Johannesburg) 
• Ozow Library (Cape Town)  
• Birthday Leave

Perks for South African based employees

• Medical aid subsidy (permanent staff)
• Group Risk Insurance (permanent staff)
• Generous paid annual leave   
• Learning and Development opportunities 
• Mentorship programme
• Quarterly team building 
• Community initiatives 
• Employee gifting 
• Access to cutting edge technology

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• This role requires someone who can handle the complexities of content creation, community management, and performance tracking. The Social Media Coordinator will be responsible for managing the production workflow, from ideation to execution, including briefing creative teams, coordinating production schedules, and optimizing content based on performance insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and manage monthly organic social media content across all Ozow channels: Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, and Google Business Profile.
• Lead and oversee the end-to-end content production workflow, including briefing, scheduling, and coordinating with creative teams.
• Write compelling social copy that reflects Ozow’s brand voice, optimizes engagement, and aligns with each platform’s best practices.
• Monitor social media trends, competitor activity, and emerging platforms to identify new opportunities for brand engagement.
• Track and analyze performance metrics using analytics tools, providing insights to optimize content and engagement strategies.
• Manage community engagement, responding to comments, messages, and other interactions across platforms to foster a positive brand perception.
• Generate and present monthly performance reports, highlighting key metrics, campaign outcomes, and actionable insights for ongoing improvement.
• Contribute to creative brainstorms and support the team with content ideation that drives community engagement and brand loyalty.
• Stay current with trends in social media, marketing technologies, and content design tools.
• Use AI to enhance content development and streamline workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in social media management, ideally within the fintech sector.
• Strong project management skills with experience managing content and production workflows.
• Proficiency in all major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, and Google Business Profile.
• Expertise in social media analytics and reporting, with experience using tools like Sprout Social, Hootsuite, or native platform analytics.
• A strong understanding of social media trends, platform best practices, and emerging digital marketing tools.
• Excellent written communication skills with a flair for creative, engaging social copy.
• Effective time management and multitasking abilities, with strong prioritization and scheduling skills.

Bonus Skills

• Familiarity with graphic design and video editing tools, such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar software.
• Basic knowledge of SEO and paid social advertising strategies is a plus.
• Familiarity with AI and automation tools to enhance delivery. 
   

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Roles & Responsibilities:  

• Assist the Executive Management Assistant to manage CEO time efficiently, including handling emails, preparing documents, and organizing meetings. 
• Be responsible for comprehensive calendar management for various meetings, events, and travel across multiple time zones.
• Support the Executive Management Assistant to maintain business rhythms through effective agenda management, meticulous notetaking, and handling logistics while tracking results and meeting time critical targets. 
• Coordinate and organize logistics for various meetings, conferences, and special events.
• Handle expense reports and manage purchase orders as needed. 
• Handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and discretion. 
• Provide administrative and support to support the CEO in his personal capacity as needed, which will include being available after hours and on weekends to act on urgent requests. 

Requirements:  

• Relevant qualification, degree preferred 
• Own reliable transport required 
• Highly organised, with high attention to detail 
• Aim to serve with a personalised touch 
• Great communicator, who easily communicates with different stakeholders without being verbose. 
• Savvy with technology and enjoy automating processes 
• Great multitasker that adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions 
• Thrive in a fast-moving and complex organisation 
• Possess a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done 
• Be willing to be available after hours/on weekends to act on urgent requests as needed (ad-hoc) 

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Role Overview 

• We are seeking a dynamic individual to take on a dual role as a Growth Specialist. This role is critical in driving the implementation of data-driven insights and empowering the sales team by combining the responsibilities of data analysis and enablement. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with sales, client success, and marketing to execute an efficient, cohesive, and data-driven strategy to accelerate revenue growth. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Implement data-driven insights to guide decision-making across commercial operations. 
• Develop and maintain sales enablement tools, training materials, and resources to boost the effectiveness of the sales team. 
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including sales, marketing, and client success, to ensure alignment and streamline processes. 
• Leverage Salesforce, and analytics tools to manage responsibilities effectively, reducing handoffs and improving execution efficiency. 
• Work with the head of revenue operations and internal stakeholders to formulate key insights and enablement, ensuring strategies are quickly executed and implemented. 
• Ensure workload feasibility through prioritization and by automating routine tasks, such as reporting and dashboard management. 

Organizational Benefits 

• Improved efficiency and faster execution of strategies by having a holistic understanding of data insights and enablement requirements. 
• A comprehensive approach to addressing challenges and opportunities, leading to informed and impactful decision-making. 

Educational Background 

• Bachelor’s Degree (mandatory): 
• Fields: Business Administration, Marketing, Data Science, Analytics, or a related field. 
• Advanced Certification (preferred): 
• Salesforce Certification (e.g., Salesforce Administrator, Salesforce Advanced Administrator, or Salesforce Sales Cloud Consultant). 
• Google Analytics, Tableau, or Power BI certifications. 

Key Skills 

• Analytical & Technical: 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Advanced Excel skills, PowerPoint, etc) 
• Proficiency in data analysis tools: Tableau, Power BI, SQL. 
• Strong familiarity with Salesforce CRM and Salesforce reporting. 
• Experience with automation tools (Zapier, Alteryx) and workflow optimization. 
• Ability to identify key merchant opportunities in order to drive growth across the merchant base. 
• Sales Enablement: 
• Ability to create impactful materials, briefs, enablement resources, and tools. 
• Knowledge of sales methodologies 
• Collaboration & Communication: 
• Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration (Sales, Marketing, Customer Success). 
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills. 
• Process Optimization: 
• Expertise in streamlining workflows and reducing manual intervention via automation. 
• Experience in automating reporting dashboards and optimizing sales tools. 
• Soft Skills: 
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. 
• High adaptability to a fast-paced, data-driven environment. 

Work Experience 

Industry Experience: 

• Preferably in SaaS, Fintech, or technology-driven organizations. 

Years of Experience: 

• 2–5 years 

Educational Background 

• National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree / Honours  
• Fields: Business Administration, Digital Marketing (performance focussed), Data Science, Analytics, or a related field. 
• Advanced Certification (preferred): 
• Salesforce Certification (e.g., Salesforce Administrator, Salesforce Advanced Administrator, or Salesforce Sales Cloud Consultant). 
• Google Analytics, Tableau, or Power BI certifications. 

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Role Overview 

• We are seeking a dynamic individual to take on a dual role as a Growth Specialist. This role is critical in driving the implementation of data-driven insights and empowering the sales team by combining the responsibilities of data analysis and enablement. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with sales, client success, and marketing to execute an efficient, cohesive, and data-driven strategy to accelerate revenue growth. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Implement data-driven insights to guide decision-making across commercial operations. 
• Develop and maintain sales enablement tools, training materials, and resources to boost the effectiveness of the sales team. 
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including sales, marketing, and client success, to ensure alignment and streamline processes. 
• Leverage Salesforce, and analytics tools to manage responsibilities effectively, reducing handoffs and improving execution efficiency. 
• Work with the head of revenue operations and internal stakeholders to formulate key insights and enablement, ensuring strategies are quickly executed and implemented. 
• Ensure workload feasibility through prioritization and by automating routine tasks, such as reporting and dashboard management. 

Organizational Benefits 

• Improved efficiency and faster execution of strategies by having a holistic understanding of data insights and enablement requirements. 
• A comprehensive approach to addressing challenges and opportunities, leading to informed and impactful decision-making. 

Educational Background 

• Bachelor’s Degree (mandatory): 
• Fields: Business Administration, Marketing, Data Science, Analytics, or a related field. 
• Advanced Certification (preferred): 
• Salesforce Certification (e.g., Salesforce Administrator, Salesforce Advanced Administrator, or Salesforce Sales Cloud Consultant). 
• Google Analytics, Tableau, or Power BI certifications. 

Key Skills 

Analytical & Technical: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Advanced Excel skills, PowerPoint, etc) 
• Proficiency in data analysis tools: Tableau, Power BI, SQL. 
• Strong familiarity with Salesforce CRM and Salesforce reporting. 
• Experience with automation tools (Zapier, Alteryx) and workflow optimization. 
• Ability to identify key merchant opportunities in order to drive growth across the merchant base. 
• Sales Enablement: 
• Ability to create impactful materials, briefs, enablement resources, and tools. 
• Knowledge of sales methodologies 
• Collaboration & Communication: 
• Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration (Sales, Marketing, Customer Success). 
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills. 
• Process Optimization: 
• Expertise in streamlining workflows and reducing manual intervention via automation. 
• Experience in automating reporting dashboards and optimizing sales tools. 
• Soft Skills: 
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. 
• High adaptability to a fast-paced, data-driven environment. 

Work Experience 

Industry Experience: 

• Preferably in SaaS, Fintech, or technology-driven organizations. 

Years of Experience: 

• 2–5 years 

Educational Background 

• National Diploma / Bachelor’s degree / Honours  
• Fields: Business Administration, Digital Marketing (performance focussed), Data Science, Analytics, or a related field. 
• Advanced Certification (preferred): 
• Salesforce Certification (e.g., Salesforce Administrator, Salesforce Advanced Administrator, or Salesforce Sales Cloud Consultant). 
• Google Analytics, Tableau, or Power BI certifications. 

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What to expect 

• If you are looking for an opportunity to work with data in a different and connected way, you might be the Data Engineer we are looking for! If you are an innovative Data Engineer, that likes connecting the dots in Data together and building high-performance Data Platforms that service multiple Data and Business Services, joining our team might just be the challenge you are looking for.   
• You will be responsible for expanding and optimising our data and data pipeline architecture, as well as optimizing data flow and collection for cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is an experienced data pipeline builder and data wrangler who enjoys optimizing data systems and building them from the ground up.   
• They must be self-directed and comfortable supporting the data needs of multiple teams, systems and products. The right candidate will be excited by the prospect of optimizing or even re-designing our company’s data architecture to support our next generation of products and data insights and solutions.  

Requirements 

• 3+ years of experience in developing data solutions including analysis, design, coding, testing, deploying, and supporting applications.  
• A degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Statistics or area of study related to data sciences, data engineering and data mining or relevant experience.  
• Are proficient in data application/software architecture (Definition, Business Process Modelling, etc.). 
• Experience working SQL & Python knowledge and experience working with relational databases, query authoring (SQL) as well as working familiarity with a variety of databases.  
• Experience building and optimising ‘big data’ data pipelines, architectures, and data sets.  
• Experience performing root cause analysis on internal and external data and processes to answer specific business questions and identify opportunities for improvement.  
• Previous experience in operations of a big data ecosystem   
• Experience with operational aspects of platforms such as monitoring and alerts management, availability, capacity management and service management  
• The ability to build processes supporting data transformation, data structures, metadata, dependency, and workload management.  
• A successful history of manipulating, processing, and extracting value from large, disconnected datasets.  
• Working knowledge of message queuing, stream processing, and highly scalable ‘big data’ data stores.  
• Strong project management and organizational skills.  
• Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams and mentoring/leading teams  
• Experience working with Fintech data (advantageous).