Senior Associate - Payments and Digital Financial Services
Nairobi
Posted 28 February, 2026
Deadline 14 March, 2026
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Consulting and StrategyFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
The Payments and DFS Senior Associate is responsible for leading a team of consultants in providing strategic advice to banks, payment service providers, regulators, and fintechs on matters involving payments. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the payments industry, as well as experience in consulting and business development.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Lead a team of consultants in providing strategic advice to clients on issues involving payments, ranging from market insights to internal design and value propositions.
Business Development: Develop and execute proposals for new client engagements.
Market Intelligence: Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities in the payments industry.
Thought Leadership: Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in payments technology and grow personal and firm profile through blogs and public reports.
Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with key clients and prospects, including:
National switches
Regulators
Development partners in the payment space
Banks (payment divisions - issuing, acquiring, across all payment streams)
Payment Service Providers
Fintechs
Card Associations
Strategic Partnerships: Develop and manage strategic partnerships.
Mentorship: Develop and train more junior members of the team.
Product Innovation: Develop new products and services that can be sold to clients in the field of payments and digital financial services.
Requirements and Qualifications
Education: Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a related field.
Experience: 4+ years of experience in consulting, payments, or DFS (Digital Financial Services) strategy.
Problem-Solving: Passionate, self-motivated, and energetic problem-solvers who carry a balanced combination of powerful intellect and consulting character.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical thinking and ability to learn fast with an excellent academic record.
Ethics: High value for integrity and ethical behavior.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Work Style: Ability to work independently and as part of a team; proactive and hands-on with the ability to motivate others in a fast-paced environment.
Service Excellence: Commitment to excellence and high-quality client service.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by visiting the Genesis Analytics application portal: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1160790 which redirects to the official Genesis recruitment platform.