Growth Manager - US to Nigeria

LemFi

9d • Remote

About The Position

LemFi is seeking a Growth Manager, based in the USA, to drive the company's expansion across African communities within the United States. This role is crucial for launching new markets, increasing user acquisition, and establishing strong community and partnership networks to foster sustainable growth. The position involves significant travel across the USA to attend events, represent LemFi at Nigerian community gatherings, recruit new users, secure sponsorships, and network with Nigerian communities nationwide. As an entrepreneurial self-starter in a fast-paced environment, the Growth Manager will own growth outcomes for their assigned markets, acting as both a strategic planner and a hands-on operator deeply integrated into the communities served. This role requires close collaboration with Growth, Marketing, Product, and Operations teams, serving as the voice of the user to ensure LemFi's offerings are locally relevant and impactful.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in fast-paced environments, with a background in growth, sales, or marketing.
• Proven ability to work against targets and deliver measurable results.
• Strong ability to interpret data, track performance, and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Deep understanding of the Nigerian community in the United States.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with diverse stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and effective in a remote working environment.
• Willingness to travel and work occasional weekends to support market growth.

Nice To Haves

• Entrepreneurial & Tenacious: Takes ownership, pushes through obstacles, and finds ways to win.
• Results-Oriented: Motivated by ambitious targets and comfortable being measured against clear KPIs.
• Data-Driven: Uses insights and analysis to guide decisions and optimize performance.
• Biased to Action: Thinks critically, moves quickly, and works independently in ambiguous environments.
• Culturally Fluent: Comfortable immersing oneself in new cultural environments and engaging deeply with diverse communities.
• Persuasive Communicator: Communicates clearly and confidently to influence stakeholders and partners.

Responsibilities

• Travel across the country to attend events, expos, and community meetings, representing LemFi as a brand ambassador to drive brand awareness and new customer sign-ups.
• Build and expand LemFi’s community network by networking with local leaders, partners, and organizations, arranging meetings and securing sponsorship for community events.
• Spend 3–5 days in a new U.S. city every 2–3 weeks to establish an on-the-ground presence, grow relationships, and strengthen LemFi’s visibility within local communities.
• Develop and execute comprehensive user acquisition strategies tailored to Nigerian ex-pat communities in the US.
• Own growth targets for assigned markets, consistently driving results across online and offline channels.
• Optimize campaigns using data and insights to improve performance against acquisition KPIs.
• Lead community-driven initiatives to build trust, awareness, and advocacy for LemFi.
• Organize and participate in local events, meetups, and forums to educate users about LemFi’s services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders and grassroots partners.
• Identify, negotiate, and manage partnerships with relevant organizations and businesses to accelerate user growth.
• Ensure partnerships deliver mutual value and measurable outcomes.
• Conduct ongoing market research to understand user needs, behaviors, and preferences.
• Provide actionable insights to Product and Marketing teams to refine messaging, features, and positioning.
• Serve as a strong internal advocate for the user, representing community perspectives in decision-making.
• Act as a brand ambassador for LemFi, consistently representing the company’s mission, values, and voice.
• Promote LemFi through clear, persuasive communication across multiple channels.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference where high performance is a lifeline for millions.
• Work on complex challenges with real, immediate impact.
• Put money back in families’ pockets and offer access to the previously excluded.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed