Head of Product - Lending Platform - Remote

Overview

As M-KOPA's Head of Product for our Lending Platform, you'll drive the product strategy and execution behind the systems that have originated over 6 million loans across five African markets.

In Short

• Lead product strategy for lending systems.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Analytics, Data Science, Credit, and Finance teams.
• Manage multiple product managers across agile teams.
• Drive the evolution of lending systems and analytics.
• Ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards.
• Support financial inclusion for traditionally excluded customers.
• Flexibility to work remotely while visiting markets.
• Empower teams through coaching and development programs.
• Transform product leadership into a force for financial inclusion.
• Join a recognized, fast-growing company in Africa.

Requirements

• 8+ years of product management experience.
• 2+ years managing product managers.
• Demonstrated analytical excellence.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience with financial services products.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Passion for technology and financial inclusion.
• Experience in B2B client solutions.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into solutions.
• Willingness to travel for field visits.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Coaching partnerships.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Genuine flexibility in work arrangements.
• Impactful work in financial inclusion.
• Collaboration across diverse teams.
• Recognition as a fast-growing company.
• Empowerment to own your career journey.
• Support for well-being and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to change lives through financial products.