Head Of Creative

Kuda; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech company is seeking a Head of Creative to lead its rebranding efforts and shape its creative strategy. In this hands-on leadership role, you will manage a talented creative team and collaborate across functions to drive innovative campaigns. Candidates should have 7-8 years of experience in creative leadership, especially in fintech, and a strong portfolio in branding. This position offers a vibrant work environment with hybrid work options.

Benefits

Upbeat work environment

Pension

Career development

Competitive annual leave

Paid time off

Group life insurance

Medical insurance

Wellness apps

Award-winning training

Work-life balance advocacy

Qualifications

• 7-8 years of experience in creative leadership, preferably in fintech or tech‑focused industries.
• Proven experience leading and managing creative teams.
• Hands-on understanding of design and creative processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the rebranding of Kuda alongside our agency partner.
• Develop a cohesive creative strategy aligned with business goals.
• Drive the development of creative campaigns that enhance brand perception.

Skills

Creative leadership

Branding

Visual identity

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Tools

Creative tools expertise

Job description

Role Overview

Kuda is a money app for Africans on a mission to make financial services accessible, affordable and rewarding for every African on the planet. We’re a tribe of passionate and diverse people who dreamed of building an inclusive money app that Africans would love so it's only right that we ended up with the name ‘Kuda' which means ‘love' in Shona, a language spoken in the southern part of Africa. We’re giving Africans around the world a better alternative to traditional finance by delivering money transfers, smart budgeting and instant access to credit through digital devices. We’ve raised over $90 million from some of the world's most respected institutional investors, and we're rolling out our game-changing services globally from our offices in Nigeria, South Africa, and the UK.

Head of Creative

We're looking for a Head of Creative to lead Kuda's rebrand and make it shine across everything we do. You'll help position Kuda for the future while making sure we stay relatable, bold, and unmistakably Kuda. This is a hands‑on leadership role - you'll be shaping strategy, inspiring a talented creative team, and rolling up your sleeves to bring big ideas to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the rebranding of Kuda alongside our agency partner and implement it consistently across all channels and touchpoints
• Develop and oversee a cohesive creative strategy that aligns with business goals and resonates with target audiences
• Manage, mentor, and inspire the creative team to deliver high-quality, innovative work
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Marketing, and Customer Experience teams to ensure brand consistency and impact
• Define and maintain visual and verbal brand guidelines
• Drive the development of creative campaigns, and experiences that enhance brand perception and engagement
• Monitor creative performance and provide insights to optimize campaigns and brand initiatives
• Stay ahead of trends in fintech, design, and brand experience to ensure Kuda remains a market leader

Requirements

• 7-8 years of experience in creative leadership, preferably in fintech or tech‑focused industries
• Proven experience leading and managing creative teams
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in branding, visual identity, and integrated campaigns
• Hands‑on understanding of design and creative processes, with proficiency in key creative tools
• Strategic thinker with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in translating business goals into compelling creative solutions
• Fintech experience is advantageous

Benefits

Why join Kuda?

• 💜 A great and upbeat work environment populated by a multinational team
• 👴 Pension
• 📈 Career development & growth
• 😁 Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays
• 🎁 Competitive paid time off (Parental, Moving day, Birthday, Study leave etc)
• 💯 Group life insurance
• 💖 Medical insurance
• 😃 Vitality
• 🏃♂️ YuLife - rewards for reaching health and fitness goals
• 🏃♀️ Goalr - employee wellness app
• 🥇 Award winning L&D training
• 💒 We are advocates of work‑life balance, working in a hybrid in office schedule

Kuda is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and anyone seeking employment at Kuda is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We don't regard colour, religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.