Role Description
- The BUSINESS MANAGER – VAS & DIGITAL SERVICES is a full-time, hybrid role based in Lagos State, Nigeria, with flexibility for some work-from-home days. This role is responsible for driving business growth for value-added services (VAS) and digital products, including mobile gaming, mobile marketing, payment solutions, and SMS/USSD offerings.
- Day-to-day tasks include identifying new business opportunities, developing and managing product and go-to-market strategies, overseeing key client relationships, and coordinating with technical and operational teams to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- The business manager will analyze market trends and performance data, prepare commercial proposals, manage revenue targets, and optimize pricing and product portfolios. The role also involves collaborating with internal stakeholders to improve customer experience, ensure compliance with regulatory and partner requirements, and support strategic partnerships across telecom and digital ecosystems.
Qualifications
- Strong business development and account management skills, including lead generation, stakeholder engagement, and relationship building with telecom operators, enterprises, and partners.
- Experience in product and service management for VAS, digital services, or similar offerings, including product design, lifecycle management, and go-to-market planning.
- Competence in market research, data analysis, and performance reporting to inform commercial decisions, revenue optimization, and strategic planning.
- Familiarity with telecom and digital service operations, such as mobile gaming platforms, mobile marketing campaigns, payment solutions, and SMS/USSD technology.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across commercial, technical, and operations teams.
- Proven organizational and project management abilities, including prioritization, time management, and coordination of multiple initiatives.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field; an advanced degree or relevant certifications are an advantage.
- Prior experience in Nigerian or African telecom, fintech, or digital services markets is highly beneficial.
- Comfort working in a hybrid environment, demonstrating self-motivation, accountability, and adaptability.
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