Junior Market Developer (Wallet)
Mukuru · Cape Town, Western Cape
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Start free — we apply for you →- At Mukuru, we're building financial solutions that connect millions of people to opportunities across Africa. We're looking for a commercially minded Junior Market Developer to help grow our Wallet & VAS business, unlock new opportunities, and drive customer adoption in key markets.
- This is more than a business development role. It's an opportunity to shape market growth, build strategic partnerships, and bring innovative financial products to life.
What You'll Do
Drive Market Growth
- Champion the Wallet & VAS strategy within your assigned markets.
- Identify opportunities to acquire new customers and increase product adoption.
- Partner with sales and marketing teams to improve market penetration and customer engagement.
- Enhance distribution channels to maximize accessibility and customer reach.
Build Strong Partnerships
- Develop and maintain relationships with business partners, regulators, service providers, and key stakeholders.
- Support commercial negotiations and partnership discussions.
- Contribute to pricing reviews and market performance initiatives.
Spot New Opportunities
- Research market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity.
- Identify commercially viable opportunities that support Mukuru's growth strategy.
- Develop business cases and support the implementation of approved opportunities.
- Lead discussions with potential partners and build mutually beneficial relationships.
Deliver Successful Projects
- Coordinate cross-functional projects from planning through execution.
- Monitor timelines, identify risks, and drive solutions.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth implementation and delivery.
Stay Ahead of the Market
- Keep abreast of developments in payments, fintech, digital wallets, and VAS offerings.
- Monitor competitor activity and emerging market trends.
- Use insights to support data-driven business decisions.
What You'll Bring
Essential
- Relevant tertiary qualification.
- Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Advantageous
- Experience in business development, sales, partnerships, or market development.
- Exposure to financial services, fintech, payments, or remittances.
- Experience managing projects and stakeholder relationships.