VFD Group is a financial services holding company operating across Nigeria’s informal financial space, aiming to develop user-friendly and inclusive solutions for everyday Nigerians.
We are hiring for the following roles:
Head of Treasury
Location: Lagos
Job Summary
The Head of Treasury oversees treasury and liquidity operations across VFD Group and its affiliate businesses.
This position sets strategic direction and ensures effective execution of treasury activities, investment decisions, risk policies, and capital optimization efforts.
The person reports to the Group CEO and is responsible for designing and executing systems that enhance financial risk management and support expansion goals through structured asset-liability oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
- Direct the creation and delivery of treasury strategy to aid long-term financial goals and capital effectiveness.
- Act as a strategic partner to the Group CEO and Executive Team on funding and investment planning.
- Offer financial insights that guide the Group’s strategic actions.
- Align the work of treasury, finance, business development, and investments for value maximization.
- Lead automation and system enhancements to improve treasury operations and controls.
Core Treasury & Liquidity Operations:
- Manage cash, settlement, and fund movement functions across the company.
- Maintain effective liquidity management and cash optimization procedures.
- Prepare and present cash flow forecasts and liquidity ratios.
- Lead the management of FX, equity, and fixed-income portfolios.
Investment Execution:
- Drive investment plans in multiple asset classes under guidance from the Executive Director and Board.
- Track investment returns and benchmark performance.
- Explore new instruments and investment channels with the risk and strategy teams.
Asset & Liability Management (ALM):
- Design and execute frameworks for duration matching, interest risk, and ALM reporting.
- Produce regular reports for ALCO with analysis of liquidity and capital usage.
- Ensure effective fund structuring to control cost and maintain financial strength.
Contributory Fund Oversight:
- Manage fund allocation to support key Group operations.
- Ensure timely and compliant collection, use, and tracking of contributed funds.
- Support committee meetings and maintain clear records and reports.
Risk & Governance:
- Uphold treasury risk policies and monitor exposure limits.
- Collaborate with Compliance and Audit teams for regulatory adherence.
- Review and maintain treasury-related documentation.
Reporting & Stakeholder Relations:
- Submit timely financial reports to the CEO, Directors, and relevant committees.
- Provide inputs for fundraising, audits, and investor presentations.
- Build professional ties with banks, agencies, and key stakeholders.
Business Support:
- Contribute to initiatives that improve the Group’s capital base and expansion efforts.
- Partner with other units to promote profitability and strategic objectives.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s in Finance, Economics, or Accounting. MBA preferred.
- Recognized certifications like CFA, ACA, ACCA, or ACT are beneficial.
- 10+ years of experience, 5+ years in leadership roles in treasury or finance.
- Background in financial services or holding companies is a plus.
Key Competencies:
- Deep understanding of corporate treasury, FX, and investment platforms.
- Experience in managing ALM structures and funding operations.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Solid modeling, analysis, and negotiation abilities.
- Proficiency in ERP and treasury software systems.
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.
How to Apply: Click here to apply online
Executive Director, Risk & Critical Functions
Location: Lagos
Job Summary
This executive-level role ensures strong risk management and oversight across VFD Group.
The Executive Director shapes the enterprise-wide risk framework and leads functions such as compliance, internal control, regulatory alignment, and operational risk.
The role requires strategic thinking to handle risk in a constantly evolving economic and regulatory space.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Risk Oversight:
- Define and update the company’s risk direction in line with strategic goals.
- Promote an organizational culture that embraces risk accountability.
- Strengthen risk frameworks to suit the company’s structure and operations.
Risk Governance:
- Oversee credit, legal, ESG, operational, liquidity, and other risk areas.
- Refresh group risk policies as required by changing regulations and market trends.
- Represent risk on leadership and governance committees.
- Manage reporting and escalation frameworks across risk areas.
Analytics & Reporting:
- Build systems for risk reporting and dashboards that help decision-making.
- Present risk updates to the board, regulators, and stakeholders.
- Define and manage Group-wide KRIs based on capital and risk appetite.
Compliance & Controls:
- Lead regulatory compliance efforts across all operations.
- Create and enforce systems to avoid regulatory penalties or breaches.
- Coordinate timely closure of audit and compliance gaps.
- Maintain a dashboard for regulatory tracking and compliance issues.
Business Continuity & Culture:
- Organize workshops and training to build a risk-aware workplace.
- Lead crisis and business continuity plans.
- Strengthen internal responsibilities for risk across all departments.
People & Culture Leadership:
- Lead and grow a strong team of Heads of Risk, Compliance, and Internal Control.
- Promote ethical leadership, innovation, and accountability.
- Build succession plans and develop future risk professionals.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s in Risk, Finance, Law, or related field. MBA preferred.
- Certified professionals (FRM, CFA, CRM, CISA, ICA) are highly recommended.
- 15+ years of experience, with at least 5 in senior roles interfacing with regulators or boards.
- Deep knowledge of local and global financial regulations.
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.
How to Apply: Click here to apply online
Chief of Staff
Location: Lagos
Job Summary
The Chief of Staff supports the GMD/CEO by aligning investments and strategy across different regions.
This role manages internal coordination, drives data-backed decisions, and enhances execution performance.
The Chief of Staff ensures strategic consistency and communication flow across the Group’s global operations.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Investment Alignment:
- Help align portfolios with the Group’s investment plans.
- Ensure all regions are meeting investment goals on time.
- Provide insights to support executive decisions.
Operations & Coordination:
- Partner with regional leaders to resolve cross-market challenges.
- Monitor KPIs and streamline communications between HQ and subsidiaries.
Stakeholder Relations:
- Prepare investor updates and coordinate board-facing communications.
- Manage relationships with investors, partners, and directors.
Performance & Operations:
- Manage executive operations, including performance reviews and strategic meetings.
- Oversee leadership summits and executive action tracking.
Executive Administration:
- Run the GMD’s office efficiently, including managing staff, schedule, meetings, and documentation.
- Host guests and maintain high standards of professionalism and office integrity.
- Archive important communications and maintain historical records.
Special Projects & M&A:
- Oversee expansion, mergers, and integration projects.
- Conduct research and due diligence for new market opportunities.
- Act as an extension of the GMD to ensure key projects move forward.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Finance, Economics, or related fields. MBA is a plus.
- 8–10 years of experience in investment strategy or operations in a holding or PE environment.
- Strong financial analysis skills and operational understanding.
- Experience in international business coordination is an advantage.
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.
How to Apply: Click here to apply online