Etisalat Nigeria Job for a Head, Mobile Financial Services

Etisalat's vision is a world where people's reach is not limited by matter or distance; a world where people will effortlessly stay in touch with family and friends;
a world where businesses of all sizes can reach new markets without the limitations of distance and travel.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Head, Mobile Financial Services
      
Location: Lagos,NG
                
Job Summary        

• Develop and grow Mobile Financial Services (MFS) at Etisalat Nigeria in support of Nigeria's Financial Inclusion agenda and company objectives.
• Realize returns from credible and relevant market offerings through alliances, new products, partnerships and channels

• Own and drive Mobile Financial Service P&L i.e. own the product and customer pipeline for mobile banking, payments/commerce, insurance and micro finance solution.
• Keep abreast of international and local context, competition, and complementary services with keen eye on new trends in the supply side to ensure our services remain relevant and profitable.
• Establish and manage strategic alliance/partnerships with key stakeholders, relevant government/ regulatory bodies in proposition/service development or in the advancement of financial inclusion with Etisalat Nigeria as a profitable enabler
• Continuously review the unit's activities, make recommendations for improvement and implement approved initiatives to ensure enhanced performance of the team.
• Plan and manage the human and material resources of the division to optimise performance, morale and enhance productivity.
• Provide input into the periodic operating revenue plan.
• Review and provide input in the development of propositions and business cases for up-to-date innovations in MFS and proffer recommendations to the Director, Digital Business.
• Manage the design, delivery and in-life management of MFS to drive business revenues and value share of the market
• Prepare/compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the Director, Digital Business.
• Develop Business plan and coordinate the development of the service roadmap and strategy for MFS, ensuring alignment with Etisalat's overall business objectives and targets.
• Market deployment of mobile banking, payments/commerce, insurance, micro finance solutions as well as any new opportunities discovered
• Ensure all processes are in line with defined business processes as well as legal, banking and regulatory requirements
• Manage the strategic framework for partner / vendor/ enabler / joint venture integration with capabilities to sustain Etisalat competitive advantage
• Manage any new mobile financial service opportunities as identified with the Director, Digital Business
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director, Digital Business.

• First degree or equivalent in a numerate discipline.
• Postgraduate/professional qualification in a related field will be an added advantage.

• Nine (9) to twelve (12) years work experience, with at least three (3) years in a managerial role.