Business Development Manager - Cameroon

Job Title: Business Development Manager – Cameroon (Blockchain)

Location: Douala, Cameroon

Department: Business Development & Local Operations

Mamoru redefines traditional financial services through cutting-edge technology. We recognized the need for advanced and efficient financial solutions that could keep up with the rapidly evolving financial markets. Our mission is to provide the most accessible and trusted access to the global financial market.

Key Responsibilities

Establish Local Operations

Support the incorporation of the local entity in Cameroon.

Open and manage local bank accounts, register with relevant regulatory bodies (e.g. COBAC, BEAC), and onboard with FX brokers, blockchain exchanges, and payment service providers.

Develop FX and Blockchain Trading Business

Grow the FX and blockchain payments business by identifying and onboarding local HNWI, merchant networks, diaspora channels, fintech users, and institutional clients.

Position the business as a reliable cross-border payments and digital assets solution for Cameroon and CEMAC region users.

Strengthen Market Relationships

Act as the local face of the company, cultivating and managing strategic partnerships with banks, brokers, mobile money operators (e.g. MTN MoMo, Orange Money), blockchain agents, and other ecosystem players.

Serve as the point of contact for local government and regulatory engagement when necessary.

Market Research & Compliance Insight

Monitor local and regional developments in FX regulation, blockchain adoption, payment infrastructure, and monetary policy from BEAC.

Share insights and advise on risks, opportunities, and emerging market demands.

Liaise with Global Teams

Work closely with the global operations, compliance, legal, and finance teams to align local activities with broader company objectives and compliance requirements.

Corporate Administration

Serve as nominee director for the local entity and oversee ongoing administrative tasks including filings, renewals, and internal reporting.

Key Requirements

Experience & Industry Knowledge

Minimum 5 years’ experience in banking, FX, blockchain, or fintech, with a clear understanding of Cameroon's financial regulations, market players, and trade lifecycles.

Local Market Familiarity

Solid understanding of the regulatory environment in Cameroon (COBAC/BEAC), and familiarity with regional cross-border trade and payments activity.

Business Development Skills

Demonstrated success in launching new products or markets; strong commercial negotiation skills and ability to build trust with local clients and partners.

Communication & Languages

Fluent in English and French (required). Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to engage across cultures and industries.

Adaptability & Independence

Self-starter comfortable operating in a startup environment with minimal supervision. Agile and able to adapt to the evolving blockchain and fintech landscape.

Detail-Oriented & Organized

Strong project management skills and attention to detail in documentation, compliance, and client onboarding.

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing relationships with banks, brokers, or fintechs in Cameroon.
• Experience working with mobile money and digital payment providers.
• Familiarity with the CEMAC region’s monetary and regulatory framework.
• Previous involvement in launching FX or blockchain products in an African market.
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