Chief Staff at PesaLink

• Strategic Planning & Execution 
• Coordinate and drive the execution of the CEO’s strategic priorities across the organisation. Track organisational performance against strategic objectives and provide insights to support decision-making. 
• Lead strategic planning processes and ensure alignment between corporate strategy and departmental plans. 
• Business Growth & Partnerships 
• Identify, scope, and support the execution of strategic partnership opportunities with banks, fintechs, regulators, and ecosystem players. 
• Evaluate and coordinate the implementation of new business opportunities, product growth initiatives, and market expansion strategies.
• Support commercial negotiations and relationship management with senior counterparts. 
• Executive Support & Decision Enablement 
• Prepare strategic briefs, board papers, executive reports, and CEO communications. 
• Coordinate board-level engagements, ensuring timely preparation and follow-through of decisions. 
• Facilitate leadership meetings, strategic meetings, quarterly business reviews, performance reporting routines and ensure alignment on priorities. 
• Lead or coordinate special and operational projects critical across departments as delegated by the CEO. 
• Cross-Functional Alignment & Coordination 
• Work across departments to resolve operational bottlenecks that hinder strategic delivery. Improve internal collaboration, communication flows, and organisational accountability rhythm. 
• Serve as a bridge between executive leadership and the broader organisation to ensure clarity of direction and execution discipline. 

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS 

• At least 12 years’ experience in strategy, business development, finance, consulting, project management, or senior coordination roles. 
• Experience within financial services, payments, fintech, or technology-led industries is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional initiatives and work closely with C-suite leaders.
• Bachelor’s degree. A Master’s degree is an added advantage 

KEY COMPETENCIES 

• Strategic and analytical thinking with strong business judgment. 
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management capability. 
• High emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and the ability to influence without authority.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and writing skills.
• Ability to manage complexity, prioritise effectively, and deliver under pressure. 

TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT 

• If this sounds like you, and you have the requisite experience, skills, and education highlighted above, we would love to meet you!