Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

As the Head of Payments for Stanbic Bank Tanzania’s Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) division, you will be the primary architect and champion of our payment’s strategy. This is a high-visibility leadership role designed to transform the Tanzanian financial landscape by solving real-world problems for local, large regional corporates and global organizations.

You will hold end-to-end accountability for the full lifecycle of Domestic and Cross-Border Payments, Physical Cash Solutions, and Liquidity Management. By driving product innovation and a high-performance sales strategy, you will maximize market share and optimize the bank’s balance sheet.

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Finance, Economics, Engineering or related field

Other Qualification: MBA or professional certification (e.g., CertICM) is highly preferred

Experience Required:

• 10 plus years in Transactional Banking or Payments, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a top-tier bank.
• 5-7 years experience working within a multinational banking environment.
• Deep expertise in East African payment rails, liquidity management structures, and the nuances of Tanzanian financial regulations.
• Experience working in a similar role that combined product management and business development responsibilities within the Tanzanian banking market.
• Familiarity with regional and global financial market trends, particularly in Africa

Behavioural Competencies:

• Checking Things
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
• Exploring Possibilities
• Following Procedures
• Making Decisions
• Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales
• Providing Insights
• Resolving Conflict
• Taking Action
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Client Relationship Management
• Compliance
• Financial Acumen
• Minimum Viable Product Development
• Product Development
• Product Knowledge (Trading, Transacting)
• Promote Good Governance, Risk & Control
• Risk Management