Product Development Manager Job Vacancy at Platinum Credit (U) Ltd

Job Title:  Product Development Manager   

Organization: Platinum Credit (U) Ltd

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About US:

Platinum Credit is a leading Regional Micro Finance Company providing emergency loans to employed individuals in Eastern Africa. We have a wide spread branch network in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania. Platinum Credit (U) Ltd has introduced a new product available to formally employed persons working in the Private Sector. Platinum Credit (U) Ltd is a subsidiary of Platcorp Holdings Ltd.

Job Summary:  The Product Development Manager will be responsible for the inception, planning, development, delivery and management of new products and enhancement of existing products to achieve company objectives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Spearhead the development and execution of new products.
• Development of support/auxiliary products to the existing products.
• Review, revamp & tweak existing products to improve their performance.
• Spearhead the digitization of products and processes in line with the Platinum Credit digital strategy.
• Ensure continuous Research & Development to improve processes & products through gathering data and competitor information.
• Obtain all internal and external (regulatory) approvals for new and enhanced products and services.
• Overseeing the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Platinum Credit projects.
• Championing the review of our customer journey from onboarding to settlement & our promise to serve in 24 hrs.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
• A minimum of three years of experience in a similar position.
• Knowledgeable about products offered by Financial Institutions

Competencies:

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Innovation and Creativity
• Leadership and supervisory skills

How to Apply:

To apply, submit your application, detailed CV and testimonials to the address below;

The Human Resource Manager;

Platinum Credit (U) Ltd

Send your application by

Email to: careers@platinumcredit.co.ug

Deadline: 7^th February 2023

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