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Director of Operations & Business Development

Full Time | Dar es Salaam | Deadline: 28 Aug 2026 | Fintech

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Dar es Salaam Full Time Deadline: Aug 28, 2026

Director of Operations & Business Development

Job Details

Company: Favorite HR Services
Location: Dar es Salaam
Job Type: Full Time
Experience: Executive
Category: Fintech
Posted: 12 Aug, 2026
Deadline: 28 Aug 2026

Requirements

1- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Operations, IT, Telecoms or a related field.
2- MBA/Master’s degree is an added advantage.
3- Relevant professional certifications in Operations, Project Management, Finance or Business Analytics are an advantage.
4- 10–15+ years’ experience, including 5+ years in senior management.
5- Experience in fintech, mobile money, telecoms, banking or large-scale distribution, preferably in Tanzania/East Africa
Technical skills:
1- Operations and agent network management
2- Mobile money, float/liquidity and transaction management
3- Business development and market-share growth
4- P&L, budgeting and commercial performance
5- KPI, data and performance analytics
6- Customer experience and service-level management
7- Strategic partnerships and stakeholder management

How to Apply

Apply through the official Favorite HR Services portal. You may need to log in before submitting your application.

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YOUR NAME,

YOUR POSTAL ADDRESS,

DAR ES SALAAM.

AUGUST 12, 2026.

THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER,

RECRUITMENT OFFICE,

DAR ES SALAAM.

Dear Sir/Madam,

RE: APPLICATION FOR DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Director of Operations & Business Development position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.

My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in jobs. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to 1- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Operations, IT, Telecoms or a related field. 2- MBA/Master’s degree is an added a....

I am especially interested in this role because it gives me an opportunity to apply my strengths, support the organization objectives, and continue growing professionally while delivering reliable results.

I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Aug 28, 2026.

Thank you for considering my application.

Yours faithfully,

___________________

(Insert your handwritten signature here)

YOUR NAME

Phone: YOUR PHONE NUMBER | Email: YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS

YOUR NAME,
YOUR POSTAL ADDRESS,
DAR ES SALAAM.
AUGUST 12, 2026.

THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER,
RECRUITMENT OFFICE,
DAR ES SALAAM.

Dear Sir/Madam,

RE: APPLICATION FOR DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Director of Operations & Business Development position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.

My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in jobs. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to 1- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Operations, IT, Telecoms or a related field.
2- MBA/Master’s degree is an added a....

I am especially interested in this role because it gives me an opportunity to apply my strengths, support the organization objectives, and continue growing professionally while delivering reliable results.

I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Aug 28, 2026.

Thank you for considering my application.

Yours faithfully,

___________________
(Insert your handwritten signature here)

YOUR NAME
Phone: YOUR PHONE NUMBER | Email: YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS

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