Business Development Director - Crypto (Pan Africa)

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Johannesburg, City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZAF
In-Office
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Fintech • Payments • Software • Financial Services
The Role
Lead pan-African business development and market entry for crypto offerings: build partnerships with banks, fintechs, mobile money providers and exchanges, engage regulators, tailor products with internal teams, represent the company at events, and monitor market and competitor activity.
Summary Generated by Built In
Mamoru redefines traditional finance through technology, delivering advanced and efficient solutions for today’s fast-evolving markets. Our mission is to provide trusted and accessible access to the global financial markets. As part of our Pan-African expansion, with a focus on Zambia, Ghana, Cameroon, Nigeria, and neighbouring markets.
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy across key African markets
  • Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with financial institutions, fintechs, mobile money providers, and crypto exchanges
  • Lead market entry initiatives, including regulatory engagement, localization, and go-to-market planning
  • Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and regulatory forums across Africa
  • Collaborate with product, marketing, and legal teams to tailor offerings to regional needs
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities in the crypto and blockchain space
Qualifications
  • 10+ years in executive leadership, business development, or financial services (preferably crypto, fintech or FX).
  • Proven track record in business development, partnerships, or strategy roles within fintech, crypto, or financial services
  • Deep understanding of the African financial ecosystem, including mobile money, banking, and regulatory environments
  • Strong network across African markets in fintech, government, and enterprise sectors
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Willingness to travel extensively across the continent
  • Bachelor's degree required or equivalent preferred
  • Fluent in English; proficiency in other regional languages will be an advantage.
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Skills Required

  • 10+ years in executive leadership, business development, or financial services
  • Proven track record in business development, partnerships, or strategy within fintech, crypto, or financial services
  • Deep understanding of the African financial ecosystem, including mobile money, banking, and regulatory environments
  • Strong network across African markets in fintech, government, and enterprise sectors
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Willingness to travel extensively across the continent
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Fluent in English
  • Proficiency in other regional languages
  • Experience in crypto, fintech or FX (preferable)
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The Company
27 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

Mamoru is a leading global fintech solutions group. Our goal is to provide an all-rounded solution to facilitate easiest access to assets and products with our proprietary technology and global coverage. Our team is built from technology, market making and venture capital backgrounds.

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