Product Manager - Umhlanga, South Africa - iKhokha

iKhokha

Verified Company

Umhlanga, South Africa

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Company Description

iKhokha is one of the fastest-growing fintech companies in Africa. As you'd expect, our pace is fast-moving and ever-changing. We like it that way.

Our office is a high performance environment where we push each other to challenge the status quo. If that doesn't appeal to you, you probably shouldn't work here.

Job Description:

Are you ready to shape the future of payments? Join our innovative iK Tribe as a Product Manager in the fast-paced Payment industry and take a leading role in driving the development and success of our iKhokha products.

So, what will you do?

You will be responsible for managing our onboarding product throughout its entire product lifecycle.
You will closely collaborate with Engineering and Design Leaders to drive product discovery, delivery, stakeholder engagement, and longterm vision and strategy.
Your primary goal will be to deliver innovative, customercentric solutions that drive business growth and enhance the user experience.

Deal breakers:

At least 4 years of relevant experience (preferably in the Fintech industry) with the below:

Proven experience (minimum 4 years) within eCommerce, digital marketing and web development.
Excellent analytical, problemsolving, and strategic thinking skills.
Knowledge of ecommerce management, best practices and trends.
Familiarity with digital marketing channels.

In addition to the above, you are required to possess:

In-depth knowledge of the Fintech/Payments industry, including understanding industry trends, regulatory landscape, and competitive dynamics.
In depth knowledge of the onboarding / KYC / FICA process, (including the legal regulations would be a bonus).
Understanding of financial technology (fintech) solutions and payment systems, including knowledge of different payment methods, transaction processes, and security protocols.
Familiarity with customer needs and pain points within the financial services industry, including an understanding of consumer behaviour, preferences, and expectations.
Awareness of emerging technologies and innovations in the Fintech/Payments space, such as blockchain, digital wallets, mobile payments, and alternative payment methods.
Understanding of business models and revenue streams within the Fintech/Payments sector, including knowledge of monetization strategies, partnerships, and value propositions.
Ability to analyse market trends, customer insights, and competitive intelligence to identify market opportunities and drive product innovation.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance considerations related to financial transactions and data privacy, ensuring products adhere to industry standards and guidelines.

What would you be responsible for?

Conduct market research, customer interviews, and competitive analysis to identify customer needs and market opportunities.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define product vision, strategy, and roadmap.
Prioritize features and create user stories based on customer feedback, business goals, and technical feasibility.
Work closely with Design Leaders to create wireframes, prototypes, and user interfaces that align with user needs and business objectives.
Collaborate with Engineers and Design Leaders to ensure timely and successful product development and delivery.
Define and prioritize product backlogs, working closely with Engineering teams during sprint planning and execution.
Conduct user acceptance testing and ensure product quality before launch.
Monitor product performance, gather feedback, and iterate based on user insights and metrics.
Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, partners, and merchants.
Communicate product updates, roadmaps, and strategies to stakeholders at all levels.
Gather feedback and incorporate stakeholder input into product planning and decisionmaking.
Conduct demos, workshops, and training sessions to promote product understanding and adoption.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Additional Information

Perks of joining the Tribe?

You get to work in a high growth company. Sink your teeth into meaningful work with tangible results you are accountable for.
Hybrid, remote and in office work models.
Remuneration & Benefits. We offer Company contributions to Medical Aid and a Group Risk Scheme.
Visionary Leadership.
Study leave.
Access to on demand learning and development.
A friendly, collaborative culture and a team of allroundlekker humans (it's true, we surveyed our Employees and they told us so).
If you find yourself at HQ, coffee on tap and a selection of hot beverages provided by our onsite Barista.