Sales Lead, East Africa at Mukuru

Mukuru is seeking a Sales Lead for East Africa to drive growth and customer engagement across the region’s money transfer and financial services ecosystem.

What it offers

• Lead sales strategy and execution for Mukuru’s financial services in East Africa.
• Build and manage a high-performing sales team to expand market reach.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with agents, partners, and customers.
• Drive revenue growth through innovative sales initiatives and customer-centric approaches.

Who can apply

• Proven experience in sales leadership, preferably in financial services, fintech, or money transfer industries.
• Strong track record in East African markets with deep understanding of local business environments.
• Experience managing teams and driving sales performance in digital and physical channels.
• Fluency in English and at least one local language (e.g., Swahili, Amharic, Somali) is an advantage.

What you'll do

• Develop and implement sales strategies tailored to East Africa’s diverse markets.
• Recruit, train, and mentor a sales team to meet performance targets.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and operations teams to align sales efforts with customer needs.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities and risks.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies in all sales activities.

How to apply

• Submit a CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and leadership approach.
• Include contact details and any references from previous sales leadership roles.
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early submission is encouraged.