Head of Product Management at Mkobo Microfinance Bank Limited (Mkobobank)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Product Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in product management within FinTech or a related industry.
• Proven experience in launching successful FinTech products with a strong user focus.
• Experience with user research methodologies and user experience (UX) best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English and a strong understanding of the Nigerian business environment.

You Are:

• A seasoned product leader with a minimum of 8 years of experience in building and launching successful FinTech products.
• Proven track record of translating user needs and market trends into innovative and user-centric products that drive growth.
• Deep understanding of the Nigerian and African financial landscape, particularly the needs of consumers and SMEs.
• A data-driven leader with strong analytical skills and experience in utilizing user research and product metrics to inform decision-making
• An excellent communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, marketing).
• A strong advocate for user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design principles.
• A passionate believer in financial inclusion and the power of FinTech to revolutionize access to financial services in Africa.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive product roadmap aligned with the company's overall business objectives and growth strategy
• Conduct thorough market research and user research to identify customer needs and opportunities for product innovation.
• Define product vision, strategy, and features for consumer and SME banking products (savings, loans, earned wage access).
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to translate product vision into high-quality, user-friendly products.
• Manage the product development lifecycle, including product ideation, prioritization, development, launch, and post-launch optimization.
• Own the product roadmap and backlog, ensuring alignment with business goals and efficient resource allocation.
• Develop and implement a robust product analytics strategy to measure product performance and user engagement
• Work closely with marketing and sales teams to ensure effective product positioning and go-to-market strategies.
• Lead product efforts for the company's expansion into new African markets, tailoring offerings to specific regional needs.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Equity stake in the company.
• Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing and innovative FinTech company.
• Make a real impact on financial inclusion in Africa.