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1077 Senior Level Jobs - October 2026

Discover senior-level and management positions across Africa. Find executive roles, department heads, senior specialists, and leadership positions in Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ghana.

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Head of Transactional Banking

Equity Bank Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya•6 months ago

Equity Bank is a leading Financial Services Institution operating in Kenya with a diversified business spanning banking, insurance, technology and social enterprises. Our business model is anchored on a distinctive Tri-Engine framework — Social, Economic and Sustainability — which systematically strengthens value-chains, empowers communities and delivers long-term social and economic impact. Role Purpose: The Head of Transactional Banking is a senior executive responsible for leading and growing Equity Bank's transactional banking business across all segments and channels. This strategic leader will own the full Transactional Banking P&L, drive revenue growth through non-funded income, and lead digital transformation initiatives across payments, cash management, ATM, agency banking, and merchant solutions. Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Banking & Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Commerce or Information Systems/Technology Master's Degree in MBA, Finance / Financial Engineering, Strategic Management, Digital Finance or FinTech is highly preferred Professional Qualifications / Certifications in Payments & Transaction Banking, Risk & Compliance, General Banking / Leadership, Project & Change Management 12–15 years of progressive banking experience, with a strong track record in transaction banking, payments, or digital financial services Minimum 7 years in senior leadership positions, demonstrating the ability to lead high-performing teams and drive enterprise-wide transactional initiatives Proven experience managing P&L and delivering sustainable revenue growth across multiple transaction banking products and channels

Banking & Finance

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Chief Finance Officer

Jubilee Life Insurance Uganda

Kampala, Uganda•6 months ago

Jubilee Insurance is the largest Composite insurer in East Africa, handling Life, Pensions, General and Medical Insurance, with over 450,000 clients. We currently have an exciting career opportunity for the role of Chief Finance Officer at Jubilee Life Insurance, Uganda. The position holder will report to the Chief Executive Officer. Role Purpose: The role holder will lead, manage and set standards for the finance and accounting team within Jubilee Life Insurance Limited for purposes of establishing, controlling, and monitoring annual, quarterly, and monthly reporting for the entity to ensure delivery of timely and accurate financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders. The job holder is also responsible for: Supporting the CEO in the development of strategy with supporting budgets and business plans Overseeing the tax planning, reporting and tax compliance of the Company in accordance with local tax laws, regulations and best practice, taking due assistance of external tax advisors Providing financial knowledge to determine company policy and explain complex financial matters to other company executives, board directors, government officials and shareholders Experience in high profile business environments and/or regulated sectors with the qualities of a business leader rather than a purely technical specialist Experience in finance planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and financial reporting within the insurance industry Experience in leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, and providing guidance and mentoring on the finance profession Deep knowledge of life insurance products, actuarial principles, underwriting procedures, risk management, and regulatory compliance applicable to the insurance business

Banking & Finance

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Digital Growth Specialist: Accra

ALX Africa

Accra, Ghana•6 months ago

The ALX Ghana team is a high performing, excellence driven group that thrives on collaboration and scale. We embrace experimentation, take initiative, and go the extra mile to achieve results. Data driven and solution oriented, we hold ourselves and each other accountable to exceptionally high standards, fueling our consistent year on year growth. Do you thrive in fast paced environments where experimentation, optimization, and measurable results are the norm? Are you a creative problem solver who enjoys building and scaling digital systems that drive real growth? Do you have a sharp analytical mindset that helps you uncover insights from data, optimize campaigns, and improve conversion across the digital funnel? Are you someone who enjoys combining creativity with technology to design innovative marketing strategies powered by AI and modern digital tools? Are you comfortable rolling up your sleeves, testing ideas quickly, and iterating until you find what works? If so, then this might just be the role for you. About ALX Africa ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and reskill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers. With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and hands-on projects, we prepare our students for in-demand roles in software engineering, data science, and cyb Specific Responsibilities Digital Growth Strategy and Execution: Develop and execute data driven strategies to increase traffic, engagement, and conversions across digital channels, while continuously testing and optimizing campaigns to improve performance and return on investment. Performance Marketing: Launch, and manage performance marketing campaigns across platforms such as Google Ads, LinkedIn, TikTok, Meta, WhatsApp, and SMS, optimizing targeting, messaging, and budgets while running A/B

Marketing

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Performance Marketing Specialist: Nairobi

ALX Africa

Nairobi, Kenya•6 months ago

Do you live and breathe performance marketing, from media buying and campaign optimisation to conversion tracking and attribution? Are you comfortable working with tools like Meta Ads Manager, Google Ads, Google Tag Manager, and analytics dashboards to ensure every click, lead, and conversion is accurately tracked and optimised? Can you turn data into strategy, using insights from campaign performance, tracking pixels, and conversion events to test, iterate, and scale what works continuously? Do you thrive when given clear growth targets and the freedom to experiment across channels, audiences, and creative? If you measure success in qualified leads, enrollments, cost per acquisition, and ROI, not just likes and shares, this could be your next opportunity. ALX is looking for a Performance Marketing Specialist to drive growth through data-driven campaigns, robust tracking frameworks, and continuous optimisation across our digital channels. About ALX Africa ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and reskill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers. With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and hands-on projects, we prepare our students for in-demand roles in software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity. We achieve this by: Providing young professionals with access Specific Responsibilities Performance Media Strategy and Campaign Execution Lead the strategy, setup, execution, and optimization of paid digital campaigns across key performance channels, including Meta, Google, and other relevant acquisition platforms.

Marketing

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Entrepreneurship Development Manager: Nairobi

ALX Africa

Nairobi, Kenya•6 months ago

Are you passionate about building entrepreneurial ecosystems and supporting founders from idea to scale? Do you thrive at the intersection of strategy, community building, programme execution, and ecosystem engagement? Are you energised by the opportunity to work directly with ambitious entrepreneurs, startup founders, mentors, investors, and innovation partners to unlock new pathways for venture creation and growth? Do you have the ability to translate entrepreneurial ambition into structured programmes, meaningful founder support, and high-impact ecosystem experiences? Can you combine operational discipline with strategic thinking to drive enrollment, engagement, venture progression, and ecosystem visibility? Are you excited by the challenge of helping shape one of Africa’s most dynamic entrepreneurship platforms while working across multiple markets? If so, this could be the role for you. About ALX Africa ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and reskill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers. With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and hands-on projects, we prepare our students for in-demand roles in software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity. We achieve this by: Providing young professionals with access to the most in-demand tech skills that will powe Specific Responsibilities Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Development and Market Leadership Serve as the primary lead for entrepreneurship in Kenya, driving the development, visibility, and growth of ALX’s entrepreneurship agenda across the three markets.

Sales & Business Development

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Regional Community Manager: Nairobi

ALX Africa

Nairobi, Kenya•6 months ago

Are you passionate about building communities that do more than engage; communities that drive growth, deepen belonging, and unlock measurable business impact? Do you thrive at the intersection of community building, learner engagement, programme activation, and cross-functional execution? Are you excited by the opportunity to shape how community becomes a key driver of enrollments, retention, storytelling, and brand advocacy in one of ALX’s most important markets? Do you have the strategic maturity to design community systems and the operational discipline to make them work at scale? Can you activate ambassadors, mobilise learners and alumni, and create high-energy experiences that strengthen participation and drive results? Are you energized by the opportunity to make community one of the strongest levers for growth in Kenya? If so, this could be the role for you. About ALX Africa ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and re-skill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers. With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and hands-on projects, we prepare our students for in-demand roles in software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity. We achieve this by: Providing young professionals with access to the most in-demand tech skills that will power the future. Empowering Specific Responsibilities Community Strategy and Market Activation Lead the design and execution of the Kenya community strategy, ensuring strong alignment with market growth priorities and business objectives.

Marketing

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Sales & Partnerships Specialist: Lagos

ALX Africa

Lagos, Nigeria•6 months ago

Do you have experience driving revenue through partnerships, fundraising, sales, or business development initiatives? Are you comfortable identifying opportunities, building pipelines, and closing deals that contribute directly to organisational growth? Are you a strong relationship builder with the ability to engage corporate organisations, government stakeholders, and ecosystem partners to unlock commercial and strategic opportunities? Are you data-driven and target-oriented, able to track pipeline performance, conversion rates, and revenue outcomes while continuously improving your approach? Do you have experience selling training, education, or talent solutions or working on initiatives that connect talent to opportunity at scale? Are you excited by the opportunity to help scale one of Africa’s leading tech talent organisations, driving partnerships, corporate training, and revenue growth across Nigeria? If so, this might just be the role for you. About ALX Africa ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and re-skill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers. With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and hands-on projects, we prepare our students for in-demand roles in software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity. We achieve this by: Providing young professional

Sales & Business Development

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Entrepreneurship Development Manager: Lagos

ALX Africa

Lagos, Nigeria•6 months ago

Do you have experience building or managing entrepreneurship programmes, incubators, or accelerators that produce real venture outcomes? Are you comfortable supporting founders from idea stage through to validation, growth, and investment readiness? Are you a strong ecosystem builder, able to engage investors, corporates, government, and partners to unlock opportunities for startups and entrepreneurs? Do you have experience driving revenue or securing funding through partnerships, sponsored programmes, or donor-funded initiatives? Are you able to design and run high-impact entrepreneurship programmes while also identifying opportunities to position your organisation as a partner for externally funded or corporate-backed programmes? Are you data-driven, able to track venture performance, programme outcomes, and ecosystem impact, and use insights to continuously improve results? Are you excited by the opportunity to build one of the most impactful entrepreneurship platforms in Africa, supporting founders, unlocking capital and opportunities, and driving job creation at scale? If so, this might just be the role for you. About ALX Africa ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and re-skill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers. With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and Specific Responsibilities Design and execute ALX Nigeria’s entrepreneurship strategy, building a strong pipeline of founders and scalable ventures.

Sales & Business Development

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Director of Community

ALX Africa

Remote•6 months ago

Do you have experience building and scaling vibrant communities that bring people together around shared goals and opportunities? Have you led strategies that connect learners, alumni, or professionals into meaningful networks that drive engagement and long-term impact? Are you someone who understands that great communities are built through authentic relationships, not just events and programs? Do you enjoy designing systems, frameworks, and experiences that enable communities to thrive across multiple regions and markets? Are you excited about the idea of helping build one of the most powerful professional communities for emerging African talent? If so, this might just be the role for you. About ALX Africa ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and re-skill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers. With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and hands-on projects, we prepare our students for in-demand roles in software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity. We achieve this by: Providing young professionals with access to the most in-demand tech skills that will power the future. Empowering the next generation of technology innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders through challenging, real-world coursework. Building a lifelong, impactful community of tech pro Specific Responsibilities Community Strategy & Ecosystem Development Define and lead the continental community strategy connecting ALX learners and alumni across Africa. Community Experience Oversee the Community Experience team responsible for designing meaningful experiences for learners and alumni.

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Senior-level salaries vary by industry and country. In East Africa, senior managers typically earn $2,000-$8,000+ per month, while in Nigeria and South Africa ranges can be higher. Technology, finance, and oil & gas sectors tend to offer the highest compensation packages.

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