MISSION/CORE PURPOSE

• To develop and drive projects implementation across various segments.
• To ensure the deployment of all banking products and services and drive usage
• To achieve maximum profitability from projects that have been implemented
• Maintain cordial working relationship with Financial Institutions, third party processors and ensure that all projects are executed timely
• To implement brand management and architecture and communications that are congruent with MTN Liberia Marketing strategy, brand, and value propositions
• To support the management of traditional media and branding operations and lead the execution of specific traditional media and branding projects as directed by the unit head.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop mobile Money projects
• Deliver Savings and loans products within the stipulated timeline
• Deliver business targets set by Manager, Mobile Money in accordance with the overall Lonestar Cell MTN strategy
• Develop User Requirement Specification (URS) document and conduct User Acceptance test (UAT) for the respective projects before Go Live
• Work with IT, third party processors and respective partners on the successful implementation of various designated projects
• Ensure optimal utilization of all assigned tools and resources.
• Ensure successful roll-out of all projects within the expected time frame
• Drive the Mobile Money Eco System Development
• Ensure the growth and usage of all implemented projects and drive profitability
• Handle queries from designated financial institutions, third party processors, consultants and partners
• Ensure that all partnered Financial Institutions Branches are actively driving Mobile Money transactions
• Prepare and compile daily, weekly, and monthly activities report and share with other stakeholders (Direct Sales & Accounts Receivables).
• Prepare key status report for presentation at executive committee meetings, war-room, point of sales, CEO, WECA and Operations dashboard
• Promote a ‘MTN centric’ and ‘partnership approach’ to develop strong relationships with other working groups and ensure adherence to Group governance and Central Bank Regulations
• Help support the Manager: Mobile Money in providing strategic direction for Mobile Financial Services by analyze
• Design and develop mobile Money projects
• Deliver Savings and loans products within the stipulated timeline
• Deliver business targets set by Manager, Mobile Money in accordance with the overall Lonestar Cell MTN strategy
• Develop User Requirement Specification (URS) document and conduct User Acceptance test (UAT) for the respective projects before Go Live
• Work with IT, third party processors and respective partners on the successful implementation of various designated projects
• Ensure optimal utilization of all assigned tools and resources.
• Ensure successful roll-out of all projects within the expected time frame
• Drive the Mobile Money Eco System Development
• Ensure the growth and usage of all implemented projects and drive profitability
• Handle queries from designated financial institutions, third party processors, consultants and partners
• Ensure that all partnered Financial Institutions Branches are actively driving Mobile Money transactions
• Prepare and compile daily, weekly, and monthly activities report and share with other stakeholders (Direct Sales & Accounts Receivables).
• Prepare key status report for presentation at executive committee meetings, war-room, point of sales, CEO, WECA and Operations dashboard
• Promote a ‘MTN centric’ and ‘partnership approach’ to develop strong relationships with other working groups and ensure adherence to Group governance and Central Bank Regulations
• Help support the Manager: Mobile Money in providing strategic direction for Mobile Financial Services by analyzing changes in the competitive landscape, analyzing trends and implementing them into the business plan

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education

• Minimum of 4 years’ tertiary qualification in Information Technology, project management, Marketing, or related subject
• Masters’ degree and technical certification are added advantage
• Bachelor’s Degree in commerce (marketing, Advertising, Business in Administration, Commercial, etc. Demography or related discipline
• Bachelor degree in areas with strong analytical subjects (Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Science or Mathematics)
• Post-graduate qualification is preferred

Experience

• 3-4 years experience in Information Technology, project management or related field
• 2 years experience in a telecommunications, mobile financial services project management, financial institution project management and implementation role
• Experience in field visit
• Track-record in implementing Digital Financial Services projects
• Worked across diverse cultures and geographies advantageous.
• Proven track record in managing processors, partners and consultants that you have worked with to implement projects
• Fluent in English preferable
• Knowledge of risk and regulatory laws of the Mobile Financial Services industry
• Technical knowledge on project implementation

CORE COMPETENCIES

Important competencies required for the position

Must be a Role Model of ethical practices by living the MTN Values of : Leadership ; Innovation ; Relationship ; Integrity ; Can Do & adopt the MTN VitalBehaviorsof : Complete Candour ; Complete Accountability ; Active Collaboration; Get-It-Done; for others to follow

Knowledge:

• Ability to write comprehensive reports and communicate effectively with all levels of Senior Management, Government, Banking Official, Academia, NGOs and the General Public
• Ability to establish partnerships and to manage animation teams
• Good understanding of sales/financial standards and principles
• Good understanding of project management and implementation
• Ability to resolve basic technical issues relating to the projects
• Very good knowledge and presentation skills using MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, other relevant software and hardware skills (for the purpose of producing reports to Senior Management and Partners) and working along with partners to resolve technical issues

Skills /other Competencies

• Proven technical ability and Results driven
• Proven project management and implementation skills
• Ability to lead and coach a team towards success
• Business analysis with excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong determination to succeed
• Appetite for innovation and continuous improvement
• Proven ability to think outside of the norm and present new ways of getting things done (innovation) and Proven track record of being a team player
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Executes tactical plans to achieve strategic requirements
• Has the mental agility to identify and solve relevant business challenges
• Executes and identifies opportunities for commercial innovation and continuous improvement
• Is self-aware and supports team capability development through opportunity creation for realizing potential
• Builds professional networks across teams through collaboration and co-operation
• Produces sustainable business results through ethical practices
• Sets priorities, plans, organizes and co-ordinates the work of others
• Proven track record of being a team player
• Define achievable and detailed KPIs to drive growth and development of the ecosystem

Behavioral Qualities

• Conceptual Thinker & Problem Solver
• Improvement Driver & Culture and Change Champion
• Supportive People Manager & Relationship Manager
• Results Achiever & Operationally Astute
• Passion for e/m-commerce and mobile business
• Operational Value Creator
• Culture and Change Champion

HOW TO APPLY:

Email all applications (Cover Letter and updated Resume/Curriculum Vitae) to:

hrvacancy.lr@mtn.com

Or apply through the system below.

In the Subject of your email: State your name and the vacancy you are applying for.

Deadline for submission: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 @ 4:30 p.m.

Please Note the following:

1. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
2. No Phone calls will be accepted
3. The Position is not an EXPATRIATE position. Foreign nationals qualifying must be prepared to accept contract on LOCAL TERMS.