Senior Financial Institutions manager (Africa region)

Company Description Monfi Digital Bank is a licensed digital bank designed for a borderless world, connecting traditional banking with the digital economy. Through a single secure platform, Monfi enables individuals and businesses to manage, move, and grow money globally with multi-currency accounts, international payments, payment solutions, and access to digital assets. The bank serves globally connected individuals, entrepreneurs scaling international businesses, and those embracing digital finance, providing greater freedom, control, and confidence. Built on trust, security, compliance, and innovative technology, Monfi is creating a financial foundation where banking, payments, and digital assets work together seamlessly. The company is committed to an open, connected, and borderless future of finance and is actively building that future today.Role Description The Senior Financial Institutions Manager (Africa region) is a full-time, on-site role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role is responsible for developing, executing, and managing strategic relationships with banks, financial institutions, and key partners across African markets to support Monfi’s cross-border banking and payment offerings. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and onboarding new institutional partners, negotiating commercial and operational agreements, and ensuring robust correspondent banking, liquidity, and settlement frameworks. The role involves close collaboration with risk, compliance, product, and technology teams to align partner capabilities with regulatory requirements and Monfi’s digital banking solutions. The manager will monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and competitive landscape in the Africa region, provide insights to leadership, and drive initiatives that expand Monfi’s footprint and revenue while maintaining high standards of governance and service quality.Qualifications Strong expertise in relationship management and business development with banks and financial institutions in African markets, including experience in correspondent banking or cross-border payments.Deep understanding of financial services, digital banking, and payment ecosystems, with familiarity in multi-currency accounts, FX, and transaction banking solutions.Solid knowledge of regulatory frameworks, compliance, and risk management relevant to African financial markets and international banking operations.Proven analytical and strategic planning skills, including the ability to evaluate market opportunities, structure complex deals, and interpret financial and operational data.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence internal and external partners and collaborate across multicultural teams.Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; a master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, ACAMS) is an advantage.Significant experience (typically 7+ years) in banking, fintech, or financial services, with direct exposure to African markets and institutional client management.High level of integrity, adaptability, and problem-solving ability, with