Chief Executive Officer

Our client is Nigeria’s premier digital-first bank, established to redefine financial inclusion through innovative, accessible, and affordable digital financial services. The organisation empowers individuals and businesses, regardless of their location, education, or economic status, to seamlessly access banking services across multiple channels including USSD, mobile apps, POS, and agency networks.As the organisation continues to scale its impact, it is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the next phase of strategic growth and transformation.Why Join?The opportunity to join this institution is both compelling and inspiring, offering a unique platform to:Lead a digital-first bank that is transforming financial access for millions of Nigerians, especially the unbanked, through innovative mobile-based banking solutions.Shape the future of Nigeria’s payment ecosystem by leveraging cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and a unique phone-number-based payment model.Collaborate with regulators, FinTechs, and community agents to deliver sustainable growth while enjoying the freedom to chart bold, visionary strategies in a high-impact leadership role.ResponsibilitiesDrive the organisation’s mission to deliver on its accessibility, affordability, availability, and awareness mandate, positioning the bank as Africa’s leading provider of inclusive digital payment solutions.Spearhead the development and deployment of transformative digital banking technologies, including the organisation’s patented phone-number-based payment system, to deepen financial inclusion and expand market reach.Lead commercial strategies that grow the mobile money ecosystem, enhance customer acquisition, and scale agent and subscriber networks across Nigeria.Build and nurture high-impact relationships with regulators (e.g., CBN), fintechs, telcos, and community agents to accelerate adoption and influence sector-wide innovation.Oversee governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks that support sustainable growth, profitability, and regulatory alignment.Lead the expansion of distribution infrastructure and marketing strategies to grow the bank’s digital and fintech footprint, especially in underserved and remote communities.Inspire and enable the executive team to deliver on strategic priorities with excellence, accountability, and a culture of innovation.Lead digital transformation initiatives that enhance stakeholder experience, build resilience, and position the bank for long-term success.QualificationsA degree in a finance/business related discipline from a reputable institution.An MBA or Masters’ degree in any finance/business related discipline is an added advantage.Professional certification or membership of reputable Institutions (e.g., CIBN, IoD).Proven C-suite leadership and significant experience in financial technology and banking.Exceptional strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and change leadership abilitiesPassion for innovation, market development, and business expansion.Highly adaptive leadership attributes