About the Job
Key Objectives
- Develop and implement strategies for the widespread adoption of QR payments.
- Enhance business partnerships and stakeholder engagement to support adoption goals.
- Analyze market trends and user behavior to inform strategic decisions and optimize the product.
Key Responsibilities
1.Strategy Development and Execution:
- Create and implement a comprehensive go-to-market strategy that addresses current adoption challenges.
- Define objectives, milestones, and KPIs to measure the success of the strategy.
- Identify, profile and target key customer segments, and geographies for rapid uptake.
- Regularly analyze performance metrics, customer feedback, and market trends to adjust strategies.
- Provide periodic progress reports to leadership on achievements, barriers, and recommendations.
2. Business Development:
- Identify and pursue business opportunities to expand the adoption of QR payments.
- Build and maintain partnerships with merchants, financial institutions, and technology providers.
- Establish a pipeline of potential collaborators and stakeholders to support long-term growth.
- Develop value proposition for the different customer segments to guide targeted marketing.
3. Market Analysis and Positioning:
- Conduct in-depth market research to identify adoption barriers and refine the product’s value proposition across the different stakeholders.
- Provide recommendations to address barriers as well as improve customer experience.
- Ensure market feedback is integrated into product development and improvements.
- Establish feedback loops with early adopters to gather insights and use cases.
- Build a network of customer advocates and success stories to enhance the product’s credibility.
4. Marketing and Sales Enablement:
- Develop and execute marketing campaigns to promote QR payments.
- Create sales enablement materials (e.g., pitch decks, FAQs) to support internal teams.
- Train and mentor sales teams to effectively address customer challenges and highlight the product’s value.
- Leverage digital marketing techniques for increased consumer adoption.
5. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
- Engage with stakeholders to align on goals and secure support for QR payment initiatives.
- Drive internal alignment across marketing, sales, product, and customer support teams to ensure successful execution of the strategy.
- Collaborate with participant’s product and business teams to amplify marketing and promotional efforts.
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops with all participants to ensure consistent and clear product knowledge.
Deliverables
- A detailed go-to-market strategy, including customer segmentation, recommendations, and marketing plans.
- Revenue, adoption, and retention targets achieved within the specified timeframe.
- Comprehensive market analysis and actionable recommendations for scaling adoption.
- A framework for continuous product growth and scalability.
Educational Qualifications and Skills
- BA/MA/MBA in Marketing Managment, Economics or related fields of studies
Experience:
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in product management, marketing, sales, or go-to-market strategy roles.
- Demonstrated success in driving adoption and scaling digital products in challenging markets.
Skills:
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving with a proven ability to deliver results.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Expertise in marketing, business development, and product lifecycles.
Technical Expertise:
- Familiarity with financial technologies, payment systems, and target market dynamics.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive alignment and successful execution.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application with non-returnable CV, educational qualifications and work experience to [email protected], stating the title of the position clearly on the subject line. Qualified female applicants are highly encouraged.
*Please be aware that it is mandatory to attach your credentials (educational qualifications and work experience) along with your CV. Submitting only your CV is not sufficient.
*Please be advised that all applicants’ Educational Credentials will be verified with the respective higher institutions.
More Information
- Address Ethiopia
- Experience Level Senior
- Total Years Experience 5-10