Head of Creative

Kuda is a money app for Africans on a mission to make financial services accessible, affordable and rewarding for every African on the planet.We're a tribe of passionate and diverse people who dreamed of building an inclusive money app that Africans would love so it's only right that we ended up with the name ‘Kuda' which means ‘love' in Shona, a language spoken in the southern part of Africa.We're giving Africans around the world a better alternative to traditional finance by delivering money transfers, smart budgeting and instant access to credit through digital devices.We've raised over $90 million from some of the world's most respected institutional investors, and we're rolling out our game-changing services globally from our offices in Nigeria, South Africa, and the UK.Role OverviewWe're looking for a Head of Creative to lead Kuda's rebrand and make it shine across everything we do. You'll help position Kuda for the future while making sure we stay relatable, bold, and unmistakably Kuda. This is a hands-on leadership role - you'll be shaping strategy, inspiring a talented creative team, and rolling up your sleeves to bring big ideas to life.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the rebranding of Kuda alongside our agency partner and implement it consistently across all channels and touchpointsDevelop and oversee a cohesive creative strategy that aligns with business goals and resonates with target audiencesManage, mentor, and inspire the creative team to deliver high-quality, innovative workCollaborate cross-functionally with Product, Marketing, and Customer Experience teams to ensure brand consistency and impactDefine and maintain visual and verbal brand guidelinesDrive the development of creative campaigns, and experiences that enhance brand perception and engagementMonitor creative performance and provide insights to optimize campaigns and brand initiativesStay ahead of trends in fintech, design, and brand experience to ensure Kuda remains a market leaderRequirements7-8 years of experience in creative leadership, preferably in fintech or tech-focused industriesProven experience leading and managing creative teamsStrong portfolio demonstrating expertise in branding, visual identity, and integrated campaignsHands-on understanding of design and creative processes, with proficiency in key creative toolsStrategic thinker with excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsExperience in translating business goals into compelling creative solutionsFintech experience is advantageousBenefitsWhy join Kuda?At Kuda, our people are the heart of our business, so we prioritize your welfare. We offer a wide range of competitive benefits in areas including but not limited to:💜A great and upbeat work environment populated by a multinational team👴Pension📈Career development & growth😁Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays🎁Competitive paid time off (Parental, Moving day, Birthday, Study leave etc)💯Group life insurance💖Medical insurance😃Vitality🏃‍♂️YuLife - rewards for reaching health and fitness goals🏃‍♀️Goalr - employee wellness app🥇Award winning L&D training💒 We are advocates of work-life balance, working in a hybrid in office scheduleKuda is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and anyone seeking employment at Kuda is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent.We don't regard colour, religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.