Card Portfolio Specialist

1 day ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya RP International Full time 1,200,000 - 3,600,000 per year

Are you a seasoned Card Payments expert with a passion for driving business growth and strategy? Do you have a proven track record of managing card portfolios and launching innovative payment products?

We are partnering with a leading financial institution in Kenya, a true leader in the banking sector, to recruit a high-calibre
Card Portfolio Specialist
for a pivotal 12-month engagement based in Nairobi.

The Role:

In this role, you will be the driving force behind the growth and strategy of the card business portfolio. You will take full P&L accountability and be instrumental in shaping the go-to-market strategy for debit, credit, and commercial card products, including emerging solutions like tokenization and virtual cards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own the card portfolio's P&L, monitoring revenues, costs, and profits to ensure financial targets are met.
  • Design and execute sales, marketing, and promotional campaigns to drive customer acquisition and revenue growth.
  • Monitor portfolio health (approval rates, spend growth, etc.) and implement strategies to optimise performance.
  • Lead the end-to-end launch of new card products and features, from business case development to program management and execution.
  • Establish and refine systems and processes to enhance operational efficiency, fraud management, and customer experience.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Marketing, IT, and Operations to troubleshoot issues and deliver seamless customer journeys.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Is based in
    Nairobi, Kenya
    and has
    years of direct experience
    in the card payments business.
  • Has a deep understanding of card business operations, scheme compliance, and the payments landscape.
  • Possesses a strong background in card project implementation and management.
  • Is a strategic thinker with excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Is a self-starter with the ability to manage complex projects independently and work effectively across various departments to get things done.
  • Holds a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent extensive work experience.

Ready to make an impact?

If you are a results-driven card payments professional looking for a challenging and high-impact role with a market leader, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now

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