Senior Specialist (Programme Manager): Trading, Trade Finance & Supply Chain Finance (Fixed-Term Contract x2)

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POSITION INFO:

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