Description

Job Description
Our client is a foremost payment, telecom, and enterprise solutions company has been licensed by the Nigerian Communications Commission, seeks for a VAS Content & Product Manager. The VAS Content & Product Manager will be responsible for driving the creation, development, and rollout of innovative Value-Added Service (VAS) across Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). This role requires a creative and strategic thinker who understands the VAS ecosystem, builds strong partnerships with content providers, and develops consumer-friendly products that increase engagement and revenue. The ideal candidate is enterprising, out-of-the box in thinking, and able to see the bigger picture of VAS business growth

Job Responsibilities

Product Development & Innovation:

• Identify, design, and launch engaging VAS products tailored for Nigerian and African consumers.
• Translate market trends and consumer insights into innovative product ideas.
• Ensure products are commercially viable, scalable, and aligned with MNO requirements.

Content Management:

• Build and manage partnerships with content providers (music, sports, education, gaming, infotainment, etc.).
• Curate, evaluate, and integrate high-quality content into VAS products.
• Continuously monitor content performance and refresh offerings to maintain consumer interest.

Strategic Growth & Partnerships:

• Work closely with MNOs and aggregators to secure product placement and favourable commercial terms.
• Explore partnership opportunities with local and international content creators.
• Support the overall business strategy to expand the company VAS's footprint.

Market & Competitive Analysis:

• Conduct ongoing competitor analysis to identify successful VAS trends in the market.
• Benchmark the company's VAS products against top players to ensure competitiveness.
• Provide insights and recommendations for new opportunities.

Operational Oversight:

• Collaborate with technical and operations teams to ensure smooth product integration and delivery.
• Monitor KPIs such as subscriber uptake, usage, churn, and revenue per product.
• Provide regular product performance reports to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field (advanced degree an advantage).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the VAS, telecom, or digital content industry.
• Strong track record of developing and managing successful VAS products.
• Experience working with MNOs, aggregators, and third-party content providers.
• Excellent negotiation, partnership-building, and relationship management skills.
• Strong creativity, entrepreneurial mindset, and ability to think strategically