Launch Director – South Africa (Microfinance)

Trionika is a company specialising in digital traffic acquisition and monetisation across the EdTech and FinTech industries.

We are looking for an experienced Launch Director to lead the commercial launch of a new microfinance business in South Africa.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in building a business from the ground up. Working directly with the founders, you will drive market entry, establish strategic partnerships and help create a strong local presence from day one.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the commercial launch of the microfinance business in South Africa.
Develop and execute the market entry strategy together with the founders.
Identify and evaluate new business opportunities.
Build strategic partnerships with banks, payment providers, credit bureaus, collection agencies and other key market players.
Lead commercial negotiations and establish long-term partnerships.
Represent the company in meetings, conferences and industry events.
Build and maintain a strong network within the South African financial services ecosystem.
Work closely with legal, compliance, product and operations teams throughout the launch process.
Coordinate commercial workstreams and ensure launch activities move forward according to plan.
Provide founders with regular market insights, recommendations and progress updates.

Requirements
Proven experience in the microfinance industry.
Experience launching, scaling or expanding a financial services business into a new market.
Strong commercial background with experience in business development, strategic partnerships or market expansion.
Deep understanding of the microfinance ecosystem and its key stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to build high-value partnerships and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
Excellent networking, stakeholder management and communication skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Ability to work independently in a fast-changing environment.
English level - В2 (Upper-Intermediate) or higher.
Availability for periodic business trips to South Africa as required.

What We Offer
Opportunity to lead the launch of a new international microfinance business.
Direct collaboration with founders and key decision-makers.
High level of ownership and autonomy.
Opportunity to shape the company's market-entry strategy and commercial direction.
A remote-first work environment.
Flexible cooperation terms.
Competitive compensation based on your experience and results.

If you're excited by the opportunity to build a business from the ground up and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you!