Product Manager

Fido empowers millions across Africa to take control of their finances with ease. As a leader in cutting-edge financial technology, Fido clears the way for building credit, securing instant loans, making smart investments, and obtaining tailored insurance. No banker’s hours, no hidden fees—just endless opportunities. 

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From city centers to rural communities, Fido is breaking barriers and creating financial freedom, providing access to innovative tools and services that foster growth and empowerment. By leveraging advanced technology, Fido is shaping a future of opportunity and financial inclusion across the continent. 

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Join the team and be a part of leading this transformative change, driving impact where it matters most.

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Roles & Responsibilities:

• Define detailed PRDs & stories for new features and improvements.
• Market research to identify opportunities and challenges in our landscape.
• Analyze competitor products and industry trends to inform product enhancements and new feature development.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to create intuitive and engaging user experiences.
• Work closely with stakeholders to define new features and improvements based on market demands and user feedback.
• Prioritize features based on strategic goals, user impact, and technical feasibility.
• Collaborate with engineering, data science, marketing, and other teams to deliver high-quality, timely product releases.
• Utilize data analytics to measure product performance, identify areas for improvement, and make informed decisions.

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Qualifications:

• Must have 5+ years of experience as a Product Manager collaborating with cross-functional teams (engineering, UX/UI, operations, finance).
• Must have at least 3 years of experience working as a Product Manager within the financial sector preferably with a focus on digital banking, credit, payments, or financial services.
• Strong understanding of financial products, regulatory requirements, and market dynamics.
• Experience working on a B2C mobile product - an advantage.
• Must have a BA degree from a leading university, preferably in Finance. 
• MBA- an advantage
• Experience in crafting detailed design requirements.
• Thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, comfortable in a dynamic environment, adaptable to changing priorities.
• Strong critical thinking, translating market insights into actionable plans.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Team player, with previous experience working in a team of Product Managers.

• Tech savvy and possess a tech background.
• Passion for fintech and a deep commitment to improving financial inclusion and access in Africa.

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