Product Manager, Strategic Partnerships (Payments) At Watu Credit Limited

Manage payment API integration projects across all key markets and monitor performance and key task delivery timelines
Collaborate with existing payment partners to solve actual issues
Maintain clear documentation of access credentials, implementation details, and troubleshooting guidelines of partner APIs that drive product features including payment processing partners, servicing channel partners (eg, WhatsApp, Infobib etc), and any other external parties that drive core product features
Identify strategic partners, assess their alignment with our organisational goals, and evaluate the benefits of forming partnerships
Create and maintain Watu's strategic product partnerships engagement framework – including partner categories and tiers, prioritization, and engagement strategies with a focus on payments
Lead negotiations with senior stakeholders at potential partners – up to C-level – to establish mutually beneficial agreements, contracts, and collaboration frameworks
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing partners, serving as the primary point of contact
Establish the Watu product team's external ecosystem engagement strategy, including key industry events, conferences and tech communities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic plans that leverage partnerships to drive revenue growth, expand market reach, or enhance product offerings
Build and deliver presentations to potential partners and Watu leadership
Coordinate with legal and finance teams to finalize contracts and agreements with partners.
Drive internal alignment around 3rd party or external partner-driven product goals