Senior Specialist (Programme Manager) : Trading, Trade Finance & Supply Chain Finance (Fixed-Te[...]

Fempower Personnel; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A development-focused financial institution is seeking two Senior Programme Managers to drive the setup and delivery of a new Trading, Trade Finance, and Supply Chain Finance function. The ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in financial services and a strong background in trade finance and project management. This role includes leading product capabilities and managing stakeholder relationships within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in financial services, commercial banking, or development finance.
• Experience in trade finance, transactional banking, product development, or operations management.
• Solid understanding of risk management, pricing, and financial modelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of trading, trade finance and supply chain finance product capabilities.
• Design and manage product processes, systems, and documentation.
• Build and manage partnerships across suppliers, aggregators, and buyers.

Skills

Trade finance

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Commercially viable pilot programmes

Education

Honours degree in Commerce, Finance, Banking, Agricultural Economics, or related field

Postgraduate qualification in Trade, Working Capital, or Supply Chain Finance

Job description

Location: Head Office – Centurion

Contract Duration: 12 months

About the Opportunity

An established development-focused financial institution is seeking two Senior Specialists (Programme Managers) to drive the setup and delivery of a new Trading, Trade Finance and Supply Chain Finance function. These roles form part of a pioneering business initiative aimed at diversifying revenue and introducing innovative trade-related financial solutions to the agricultural and commercial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of trading, trade finance and supply chain finance product capabilities.
• Design and manage product processes, systems, and documentation in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive system selection and integration, ensuring efficient transaction management and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Build and manage partnerships across suppliers, aggregators, and buyers to strengthen the organisation’s position in the trade finance ecosystem.
• Oversee pilot transactions, manage risk, and ensure operational readiness for full-scale rollout.
• Contribute to revenue diversification, growth, and the long-term establishment of the business unit.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum: Honours degree in Commerce, Finance, Banking, Agricultural Economics, or related field.
• Preferred: Postgraduate qualification in Trade, Working Capital, or Supply Chain Finance.
• Experience:
  • 10+ years in financial services, commercial banking, or development finance.
  • Proven track record in trade finance, transactional banking, product development, or operations management.
  • Exposure to agricultural value chains or co-operative/aggregator environments.
  • Strong project management capability and experience implementing new business systems or financial products.
  • Solid understanding of risk management, pricing, and financial modelling.
  • Experience in managing partnerships and delivering commercially viable pilot programmes.

Attributes & Competencies

• Strategic and innovative thinker with the ability to operate in a start-up or pilot environment.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Strong leadership, judgement, and decision-making ability.
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic, evolving business environment.

Additional Details

• Reports to: Head: Trading, Trade & Supply Chain Finance
• Travel: Occasional local and regional travel may be required.

Closing Date:

21 November 2025