Chief Staff at PesaLink

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Coordinate and drive the execution of the CEO's strategic priorities across the organisation
• Track organisational performance against strategic objectives and provide insights to support decision-making
• Lead strategic planning processes and ensure alignment between corporate strategy and departmental plans

Business Growth & Partnerships

• Identify, scope, and support the execution of strategic partnership opportunities with banks, fintechs, regulators, and ecosystem players
• Evaluate and coordinate the implementation of new business opportunities, product growth initiatives, and market expansion strategies
• Support commercial negotiations and relationship management with senior counterparts

Executive Support & Decision Enablement

• Prepare strategic briefs, board papers, executive reports, and CEO communications
• Coordinate board-level engagements, ensuring timely preparation and follow-through of decisions
• Facilitate leadership meetings, strategic meetings, quarterly business reviews, and performance reporting routines to ensure alignment on priorities
• Lead or coordinate special and operational projects critical across departments as delegated by the CEO

Cross-Functional Alignment & Coordination

• Work across departments to resolve operational bottlenecks that hinder strategic delivery
• Improve internal collaboration, communication flows, and organisational accountability rhythm
• Serve as a bridge between executive leadership and the broader organisation to ensure clarity of direction and execution discipline

Experience & Requirements

• At least 12 years' experience in strategy, business development, finance, consulting, project management, or senior coordination roles
• Experience within financial services, payments, fintech, or technology-led industries is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and initiatives