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Apply Now: Visa Accelerator Program Cohort 5 – Funding, Mentorship & Exclusive Visa Training

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Apply Now: Visa Africa Accelerator Program 2025 – Cohort 5 (Funding, Mentorship & Visa Training)

Visa is now accepting applications for the Africa 2025 Accelerator Program – a transformative opportunity for early-stage startups ready to scale across the continent. If your business has a working MVP or a market-ready solution, this is your chance to gain mentorship, access exclusive training, and secure funding and partnerships that matter.

Who Should Apply?

This program is ideal for:

  • Seed to Series A startups with a functional MVP and demonstrable traction

  • Solutions aligned with Visa’s core financial themes, including:

    • Payments and digital commerce

    • Embedded finance and fintech infrastructure

    • SME empowerment and sustainable finance

    • Payment infrastructure innovation

  • Teams based in Africa or with plans to expand within the region

Why Join the Visa Accelerator?

 1:1 Mentorship
Get tailored, practical advice from successful founders and seasoned industry professionals who understand your journey.

 Exclusive Visa Training
Deepen your fintech expertise with Visa’s developer tools, APIs, and solution-building frameworks. Leverage Visa’s ecosystem to grow confidently.

 Expert-Led Curriculum
Access hands-on learning across critical business functions like product design, marketing, finance, and customer acquisition.

 Pitch & Fundraising Opportunities
Showcase your startup to leading investors, including Visa, Plug and Play, and other prominent venture capital firms on Demo Day.

 Over $200,000 in Perks
Receive exclusive partner credits and service discounts that help reduce startup costs and scale faster.

 Strategic Partnerships
Engage with key players in the financial ecosystem to drive meaningful partnerships and long-term growth.

Important Dates

  • Application Deadline: August 15, 2025

Ready to Scale Your Startup?

If you’re building the future of finance in Africa, this is your launchpad.

 Click HERE to Apply Now

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Growth Strategist – Digital Banking (Abia)

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Location: Aba & Umuahia
Industry: Financial Institution

About the Role
Our client, a fast-rising Digital Bank, is looking for a driven and result-oriented Growth Strategist to spearhead client acquisition, boost sales, and nurture lasting relationships within the community. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in driving sustainable financial growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and engage potential clients, understanding their financial needs.

  • Promote loan products to individuals, small businesses, and groups.

  • Review loan applications, verify client details, and conduct background checks.

  • Carry out credit appraisals and submit proposals for approval.

  • Disburse approved loans while adhering to policies and compliance standards.

  • Monitor repayments, follow up with clients, and manage delinquent accounts.

  • Maintain detailed and accurate client records.

  • Conduct post-disbursement visits and loan utilization checks.

  • Build strong client relationships to encourage loyalty and referrals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in any relevant field.

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in sales, marketing, or product management (banking experience is an advantage).

  • Strong understanding of financial products, banking, and market trends.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

How to Apply
Send your CV to [email protected] using “BDM – Aba” or “BDM – Umuahia” as the subject line.

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Creative Visionary Wanted – Luxury Brand Videographer

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Location: GRA, Ikeja
Salary: ₦200,000

About the Role
Chrisbella is on the hunt for a visual storyteller with a passion for capturing elegance and transforming ideas into cinematic experiences. If you can translate brand essence into scroll-stopping videos, this is your stage.

What You’ll Do:

  • Conceptualize, shoot, and edit compelling video content for marketing campaigns and social media.

  • Collaborate with the creative team to bring ideas to life through storyboards and concepts.

  • Showcase products with high-end, innovative visual storytelling.

  • Maintain top-tier brand quality standards across all video assets.

  • Keep up with industry trends to ensure our content stays fresh and impactful.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Proven videography experience (luxury retail or fashion a plus).

  • Expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.

  • Strong skills in lighting, sound, and color grading.

  • A sharp creative eye and strong storytelling ability.

  • A portfolio that demonstrates your ability to blend artistry with brand goals.

How to Apply:
Send your resume, portfolio, and cover letter with the subject line “Videographer” to [email protected].

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Job Title: Internal Control & Compliance Officer – Microfinance Banking Excellence

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Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Head, Internal Control & Compliance
Salary Range: ₦200,000 – ₦250,000 Net
Benefits: HMO • Pension • Annual Leave

About the Role
We’re seeking a detail-driven Internal Control & Compliance Officer to be the gatekeeper of financial integrity and operational excellence within our microfinance bank. You will audit, verify, and ensure compliance, safeguarding the bank from financial risks, errors, and irregularities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate audit and verification records for easy access during reviews and regulatory checks.

  • Test and evaluate the strength of internal controls in key areas like financial reporting, loan processing, and cash management.

  • Investigate irregularities, fraud, or policy breaches, providing actionable recommendations.

  • Monitor compliance with AML, KYC, and other relevant banking regulations.

  • Oversee the call over process to validate daily, weekly, and monthly transactions.

  • Conduct regular audits to ensure operational and regulatory alignment.

What You’ll Bring

  • B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, or related field from a reputable institution.

  • 2–3 years’ experience in internal audit, compliance, or financial verification (preferably in banking/microfinance).

  • Membership in ICAN, ACCA, or CIA (CIBN/MCP is an advantage).

  • Strong knowledge of auditing standards, microfinance regulations, and banking operations.

How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] with “Internal Control Officer” as the email subject.

Deadline: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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