Head of Merchant Payments

at Yas Tanzania
Location Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
Date Posted May 7, 2025
Category Management
Job Type Full-time
Currency TZS

Description

Let’s grow together, become our Head of Merchant Payments.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Marketing, Technology, or related fields.
  • 7+ years’ experience in mobile money, fintech, or related industries with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
  • MBA is an added advantage.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Design and execute a comprehensive growth roadmap for the merchant payments business, ensuring revenue targets align with budget goals and financial forecasts.
  • Develop and deploy scalable strategies and relevant partnerships to acquire new merchants across diverse market segments, industries, and geographies.
  • Lead revenue growth initiatives, including personalized campaigns, partnership strategies, and market penetration programs to maximize profitability.
  • Synergize with operations, technology, and innovation teams to ensure seamless operation of the merchant payment platform across all channels.
  • Identify and negotiate strategic partnerships to expand reach and strengthen Mixx position in the market.
  • Oversee merchant payments P&L, budgeting, forecasting, unit economics, and resource allocation to optimize growth and investments while ensuring profitability.
  • Manage a high-performing team, setting clear goals and fostering a culture of ownership and accountability.

Core Competencies:

  • Familiarity with regulatory landscapes affecting mobile financial services.
  • Proficiency in leveraging analytics, research, and market insights for strategic decision-making.
  • Deep understanding of merchant payments and its ecosystem, market dynamics, product management, and revenue & cost optimization.
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
“We are committed to equal employment opportunities and unbiased treatment of all individuals in all employment practices.”

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