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MFSZ Head of Operations

Mukuru

Expires: 02 Jul 2026

Full Time

Harare

Salary: this position offer…

Executive

job Description

Why this role matters
This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of Mukuru Financial Services Zimbabwe. As Head of Operations, you are responsible for bringing strategy to life ensuring that every product, service, and customer interaction is delivered with precision, speed, and integrity.

You will own the full operating model, from processing and customer service to distribution and sales delivery, while shaping how new financial products are launched and scaled in the market. Your work will directly influence how effectively Mukuru connects people to critical financial services across Zimbabwe.

Duties and Responsibilities

What you will lead
End-to-end operational delivery
Own the performance of the full operations function, including onboarding, transaction processing, settlements, and customer service delivery
Ensure consistent service excellence across branches, agents, contact centres, and digital channels
Strengthen operational resilience, including system reliability, incident management, and business continuity
Drive efficiency through continuous improvement, automation, and strong cost discipline
New-product delivery and innovation
Translate product concepts into live, scalable services with strong processes, controls, and customer journeys
Lead operational readiness for product launches, including training, channel enablement, and post-launch stabilisation
Deliver key strategic priorities, including digital banking rollout, loan product growth, and customer reactivation initiatives
Build a repeatable, high-quality approach to launching future products at scale
Sales delivery and commercial execution
Lead the sales delivery engine across branches, agents, contact centre, and digital platforms
Translate revenue strategy into actionable targets across channels and frontline teams
Drive customer acquisition and growth across retail, SME, and corporate segments
Oversee sales performance, incentives, and productivity to deliver measurable outcomes
Distribution network leadership
Own the performance and expansion of the branch and agent network
Ensure consistent operating standards, training, and frontline capability
Manage key partnerships across distribution and technology ecosystems
Leadership and culture
Build and lead high-performing, distributed teams across operations and sales delivery
Foster a performance culture grounded in accountability, customer focus, and operational excellence
Drive succession planning and long-term capability building within the function

Qualifications and Experience

What you bring
Strong senior leadership experience in operations within financial services, banking, microfinance, or payments
Proven track record of delivering large-scale operations across multiple channels and customer touchpoints
Experience launching and scaling financial products within a live operating environment
Deep understanding of regulated environments and the balance between delivery and compliance
Ability to lead sales execution as part of an operations-driven model
Strong commercial mindset with the ability to translate strategy into measurable outcomes
I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!

Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.

If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS

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Job overview

  • Salary

    this position offer…

  • Location

    Harare

  • Job Type

    Full Time

  • Expiry Date

    02 Jul 2026

  • Date Posted

    02 Jun 2026