Optasia

• Act as the first line of contact and engagement with relevant regulators to proactively manage and mitigate the potential impact of new regulations. • Drive and/or support the establishment of horizon scanning activities and early warning signals of upcoming changes in relevant regulations. • Support the Head of Regulator Affairs & Compliance and Regulatory Compliance Managers in matters related to Regulatory Affairs & Compliance strategy. • Understand relevant laws and regulations and monitor company compliance. • Support the Regulatory Compliance Managers in performing structured assessments of our regulatory compliance. • Support the implementation of a robust regulatory compliance governance framework, including training activities. • Develop marketing materials and training programs to ensure alignment with regulatory compliance guidelines. • Perform various general administrative duties in response to regulatory compliance queries. • Support the business in responding to queries related to compliance with legal obligations. • Be a business partner to local commercial teams to facilitate the go-to-market process.

• Act as the first line of contact and engagement with relevant regulators to proactively manage and mitigate the potential impact of new regulations, reporting obligations and prudential guidelines, in a given regional portfolio, may have on our operations. • Drive and/or support the establishment of horizon scanning activities and early warning signals of upcoming and potential changes in relevant regulations in the given regional portfolio, and disseminate those internally through the appropriate channels to impacted teams. • Support the Head of Regulator Affairs & Compliance and Regulatory Compliance Managers, as may be required, in matters related to the broader Regulatory Affairs & Compliance strategy and activities in a given regional portfolio. • Understand relevant laws and regulations governing our operations, and continually monitor company compliance with new regulations, reporting obligations and prudential guidelines in a given regional portfolio. • Support the Regulatory Compliance Managers, as required, in performing structured assessments of our regulatory compliance to specific requirements and obligations in a given regional portfolio to assess our regulatory risk exposure, its significance and scope. • Support the implementation of a robust and effective regulatory compliance governance framework within the organization, including training and awareness activities to educate employees on relevant regulations and prudential guidelines and collaborate with other departments and relevant stakeholders to create a culture of regulatory compliance. • Develop marketing materials, training programs and relevant internal presentations to ensure alignment with regulatory compliance prudential guidelines in the given regional portfolio. • Perform various general administrative duties; such as gathering of internal information in response to regulatory compliance queries, and reporting obligations from relevant internal and external stakeholders. • Support the business in effectively and timely responding to queries raised by our partners, financial institutions or other third-parties, related to the compliance with our legal and contractual obligations resulting from new or existing business relationships, such as for instance third-party due diligence requirements, supplier onboarding processes, periodic reporting requirements, or any other as required. • Be a business partner to the local commercial teams to facilitate the go-to-market process in the given regional portfolio, as well as responding to existing customer queries related to existing or new regulatory requirements. • Primary responsibility for this role will be for the East Africa region, therefore the ideal candidate shall demonstrate working knowledge and understanding of the regulatory and oversight bodies, governance and operating principles within Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan and Tanzania. • Act as a regional partner to other internal assurance providers, including Internal Audit, as required, to support the delivery of activities within the scope of the Company’s combined assurance arrangements.

Role Description As a Regional Regulatory Affairs & Compliance Specialist, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the growth and sustainable development of the microfinance sector. You will act as the first line of defense to support the Company in managing risks related to regulatory changes and uncertainty. - Act as the first line of contact and engagement with relevant regulators to proactively manage and mitigate the potential impact of new regulations. - Drive and/or support the establishment of horizon scanning activities and early warning signals of upcoming regulatory changes. - Support the Head of Regulator Affairs & Compliance and Regulatory Compliance Managers in broader strategy and activities. - Understand relevant laws and regulations governing operations and monitor compliance with new regulations. - Support Regulatory Compliance Managers in performing structured assessments of regulatory compliance. - Support the implementation of a robust regulatory compliance governance framework, including training and awareness activities. - Develop marketing materials, training programs, and internal presentations to ensure alignment with regulatory compliance. - Perform various general administrative duties, such as gathering internal information in response to compliance queries. - Support the business in responding to queries related to compliance with legal and contractual obligations. - Be a business partner to local commercial teams to facilitate the go-to-market process. - Primary responsibility for the WAEMU (West Africa) region served by the BCEAO. - Act as a regional partner to other internal assurance providers, including Internal Audit. Qualifications - Minimum of Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline. - Experience of 4-6 years in fintech environment, preferably in the microfinance industry. Requirements - Passion and commitment to Financial Inclusion. - Knowledge of project management methods and practices. - Strong creative, analytical, and problem-solving skills. - Solid communication, persuasion, and negotiation skills. - Ability to analyze complex issues and systems, evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend a course of action. - Ability to work independently and take initiative without direct supervision. Benefits - Work From Anywhere policy (90 days/year). - Competitive remuneration package. - Extra day off on your birthday. - Performance-based bonus scheme. - All the tech gear you need to work smart.

• Own end-to-end project delivery, including planning, execution, quality, and deployment • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget • Support definition of project scope and requirements • Create and maintain detailed project plans • Identify and manage risks proactively • Provide clear and consistent progress updates to stakeholders • Ensure adherence to internal processes and best practices • Coordinate and collaborate with multiple teams throughout the project lifecycle • Gather, manage, and communicate technical and functional requirements • Participate in solution validation and acceptance activities • Build strong relationships with stakeholders • Support and mentor other team members when needed

Role Description We are seeking enthusiastic professionals, with energy, who are results driven and have a can-do attitude, who want to be part of a team of likeminded individuals delivering solutions in an innovative and exciting environment. - Own end-to-end project delivery, including planning, execution, quality, and deployment - Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget - Support definition of project scope and requirements - Create and maintain detailed project plans - Identify and manage risks proactively - Provide clear and consistent progress updates to stakeholders - Ensure adherence to internal processes and best practices - Coordinate and collaborate with multiple teams throughout the project lifecycle - Gather, manage, and communicate technical and functional requirements - Participate in solution validation and acceptance activities - Build strong relationships with stakeholders - Support and mentor other team members when needed Qualifications - At least 5 years of experience in project management in IT or technology environments - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field - Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, PM² or equivalent) - Additional certifications in Agile, ITIL, Six Sigma, or similar are a plus - Proven experience delivering complex projects with enterprise clients - Experience working with system integration and technical solution delivery - Experience managing Agile development and QA teams - Experience supporting product launches or go-to-market activities - Willingness to travel frequently during project delivery phases Requirements - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Strong ownership mindset with focus on quality and delivery - Client-focused and results-oriented approach - Strong organizational and multitasking abilities - Fluent in English Benefits - Flexible remote working - Competitive remuneration package - Extra day off on your birthday - Performance-based bonus scheme - All the tech gear you need to work smart Company Description Optasia is a fully-integrated B2B2X financial technology platform covering scoring, financial decisioning, disbursement & collection. We provide a versatile AI Platform powering financial inclusion, delivering responsible financing decision-making and driving a superior business model & strong customer experience with presence in 30 Countries anchored by 7 Regional Offices. - Be a part of a multicultural working environment - Meet a very unique and promising business and industry - Gain insights for tomorrow market’s foreground - A solid career path within our working family is ready for you - Continuous training and access to online training platforms

Role Description We are seeking enthusiastic professionals, with energy, who are results driven and have a can-do attitude, who want to be part of a team of likeminded individuals delivering solutions in an innovative and exciting environment. - Own end-to-end project delivery, including planning, execution, quality, and deployment - Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget - Support definition of project scope and requirements - Create and maintain detailed project plans - Identify and manage risks proactively - Provide clear and consistent progress updates to stakeholders - Ensure adherence to internal processes and best practices - Coordinate and collaborate with multiple teams throughout the project lifecycle - Gather, manage, and communicate technical and functional requirements - Participate in solution validation and acceptance activities - Build strong relationships with stakeholders - Support and mentor other team members when needed Qualifications - At least 5 years of experience in project management in IT or technology environments - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field - Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, PM² or equivalent) - Additional certifications in Agile, ITIL, Six Sigma, or similar are a plus - Proven experience delivering complex projects with enterprise clients - Experience working with system integration and technical solution delivery - Experience managing Agile development and QA teams - Experience supporting product launches or go-to-market activities - Willingness to travel frequently during project delivery phases Requirements - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Strong ownership mindset with focus on quality and delivery - Client-focused and results-oriented approach - Strong organizational and multitasking abilities - Fluent in English Benefits - Flexible remote working - Competitive remuneration package - Extra day off on your birthday - Performance-based bonus scheme - All the tech gear you need to work smart Company Description Optasia is a fully-integrated B2B2X financial technology platform covering scoring, financial decisioning, disbursement & collection. We provide a versatile AI Platform powering financial inclusion, delivering responsible financing decision-making and driving a superior business model & strong customer experience with presence in 30 Countries anchored by 7 Regional Offices.

Optasia is a fully enabled B2B2X financial technology platform covering scoring, financial decisioning, disbursement and collection. We are committed to enabling financial inclusion for all. We are changing the world our way . We are seeking enthusiastic professionals, with energy, who are result driven and have can-do attitude, who want to be part of a team of likeminded individuals who deliver solutions in an innovative and exciting environment. The FSP Manager – East Africa plays a critical role in managing and growing Optasia’s partnerships with financial institutions across designated markets in the East Africa region. This role ensures seamless integration, operational alignment, and strategic collaboration between Optasia and its Financial Services Provider (FSP) partners, primarily banks and like-minded financial services institutions. What you will do Partnership Management Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned FSPs Build and maintain strong relationships with partner institutions Coordinate joint planning, performance reviews, and strategic alignment Operational Coordination Oversee day-to-day operations between Optasia and the FSP Ensure timely execution of commercial agreements and service-level commitments Monitor KPIs and resolve operational issues in collaboration with internal teams Project Implementation Lead onboarding and launch activities for new products or markets Coordinate cross-functional teams (legal, compliance, tech, product) to meet FSP requirements Optasia’s Perks: 🎌 Be a part of a multicultural working environment 🎯 Meet a very unique and promising business and industry 🌌 🌠 Gain insights for tomorrow market’s foreground 🎓 A solid career path within our working family is ready for you 📚 Continuous training and access to online training platforms 🥳 CSR activities and festive events within any possible occasion Optasia’s Values 🌟 #1 Drive to Thrive : Fully dedicated to evolving. We welcome all challenges and learning opportunities. #2 Customer-First Mindset: We go above and beyond to meet our partners’ and clients’ expectations. #3 Bridge the Gap: Knowledge is shared, information is exchanged and every opinion counts. #4 Go-Getter Spirit : We are results oriented. We identify any shortcomings that hold us back and step up to do what’s needed. #5 Together we will do it: We are committed to supporting one another and to understanding and respecting different perspectives, as we aim to reach our common goals.