Business Development Manager - Cameroon

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<span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Job Title: Business Development Manager – Cameroon (Blockchain)</b></span></span><br><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Location: Douala, Cameroon</b></span></span><br><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Department: Business Development & Local Operations</b></span></span></span><br><br>Mamoru redefines traditional financial services through cutting-edge technology. We recognized the need for advanced and efficient financial solutions that could keep up with the rapidly evolving financial markets. Our mission is to provide the most accessible and trusted access to the global financial market.<div align="center" style="text-align:center;margin-bottom:11px;"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Establish Local Operations:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Support the incorporation of the local entity in Cameroon.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Open and manage local bank accounts, register with relevant regulatory bodies (e.g. COBAC, BEAC), and onboard with FX brokers, blockchain exchanges, and payment service providers.</span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Develop FX and Blockchain Trading Business:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Grow the FX and blockchain payments business by identifying and onboarding local HNWI, merchant networks, diaspora channels, fintech users, and institutional clients.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Position the business as a reliable cross-border payments and digital assets solution for Cameroon and CEMAC region users.</span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Strengthen Market Relationships:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Act as the local face of the company, cultivating and managing strategic partnerships with banks, brokers, mobile money operators (e.g. MTN MoMo, Orange Money), blockchain agents, and other ecosystem players.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Serve as the point of contact for local government and regulatory engagement when necessary.</span></span></span></li></ul></li></ul><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Market Research & Compliance Insight:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Monitor local and regional developments in FX regulation, blockchain adoption, payment infrastructure, and monetary policy from BEAC.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Share insights and advise on risks, opportunities, and emerging market demands.</span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Liaise with Global Teams:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Work closely with the global operations, compliance, legal, and finance teams to align local activities with broader company objectives and compliance requirements.</span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Corporate Administration:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Serve as <b>nominee director</b> for the local entity and oversee ongoing administrative tasks including filings, renewals, and internal reporting.</span></span></span></li></ul></li></ul><div align="center" style="text-align:center;margin-bottom:11px;"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Key Requirements:</b></span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Experience & Industry Knowledge:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Minimum 5 years’ experience in banking, FX, blockchain, or fintech, with a clear understanding of Cameroon's financial regulations, market players, and trade lifecycles.</span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Local Market Familiarity:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Solid understanding of the regulatory environment in Cameroon (COBAC/BEAC), and familiarity with regional cross-border trade and payments activity.</span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Business Development Skills:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Demonstrated success in launching new products or markets; strong commercial negotiation skills and ability to build trust with local clients and partners.</span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Communication & Languages:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Fluent in <b>English and French</b> (required). Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to engage across cultures and industries.</span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Adaptability & Independence:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Self-starter comfortable operating in a startup environment with minimal supervision. Agile and able to adapt to the evolving blockchain  and fintech landscape.</span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Detail-Oriented & Organized:</b></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Strong project management skills and attention to detail in documentation, compliance, and client onboarding.</span></span></span></li></ul></li></ul><div align="center" style="text-align:center;margin-bottom:11px;"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Existing relationships with banks, brokers, or fintechs in Cameroon.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Experience working with mobile money and digital payment providers.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Familiarity with the CEMAC region’s monetary and regulatory framework.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Previous involvement in launching FX or blockchain products in an African market.</span></span></span></li></ul><div style="margin-bottom:11px;"><strong><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Note: Please submit all cvs in PDF form. Kindly list your current and expected salary in your cv as well</span></span></span></strong></div><br> 

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