Head of Product Design — Scale UX & Strategy

M-KOPA; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Africa is seeking a Director - Head of Product Design to lead and evolve the Product Design function. This role focuses on driving digital and financial inclusion, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and shaping user experiences. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in design leadership, particularly in digital products. M-KOPA offers a supportive and innovative environment, emphasizing design's role in business strategy.

Benefits

Diverse development programs

Coaching partnerships

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience leading design teams and complex projects in digital products.
• Experience translating design impact into business metrics.
• Experience in fintech or similar industries.

Responsibilities

• Leading the strategic direction of Product Design function.
• Collaborating with Product Management to define UX strategy.
• Building design systems for visual cohesion.

Skills

Leadership

UX strategy

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Communication

Job description

A leading tech company in Africa is seeking a Director - Head of Product Design to lead and evolve the Product Design function. This role focuses on driving digital and financial inclusion, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and shaping user experiences. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in design leadership, particularly in digital products. M-KOPA offers a supportive and innovative environment, emphasizing design's role in business strategy.