Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Douala, Cameroon (with regular travel to Yaoundé and other cities)
Application deadline: July 3, 2025
Languages required: English & French (written and spoken)

Position open to women only

•  Recruiter: Bhent, Inc. (USA)
•  Email: admin@bhent.net
•  Contract type: Permanent (CDI)

About Bhent Cameroon SA

Bhent Cameroon SA is a new legal entity currently being incorporated by Bhent, Inc., a US-based tech and finance group. It will serve as the company’s financial and fintech branch in Cameroon, focusing on banking, microfinance, and digital solutions.

The entity is in the process of securing a Category 3 Microfinance Institution license, and appointing a CEO is a critical step in completing its legal registration and launching operations.

Mission

• The CEO will lead the creation, structuring, and expansion of Bhent Cameroon SA. Key responsibilities include:
• Driving the microfinance and fintech strategy
• Overseeing product launches (Bhent Pay, Bhent Bank, prepaid cards)
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and license acquisition
• Leading partnerships with banks, regulators, and fintech players
• Building and managing high-performance teams
• Representing Bhent Cameroon before institutions, investors, and partners

Profile

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Strategy, Engineering, or similar
• 7–10 years of executive experience in fintech, banking, or microfinance
• Previous experience in regulated financial environments in Africa

Required Skills:

• Fluent in English and French (spoken and written)
• Deep understanding of local and regional financial regulations (COBAC, BEAC, MINFI)
• Visionary leadership, strategic execution, innovation mindset
• Strong communication, representation, and negotiation skills

Terms of Employment

Location: Douala (primary), with regular travel to Yaoundé
Contract: CDI with 6-month probation period
Legal status: Executive representative of the company (CEO)
Work environment: International outlook, startup culture, full-time

Compensation & Benefits

• Gross monthly salary: 2,500,000 to 4,500,000 XAF, depending on profile
• Performance-based bonuses (quarterly/annual)
• Company vehicle and travel expenses covered
• Premium health insurance for CEO and immediate family
• Professional equipment provided (laptop, phone, internet)
• 30 working days of paid vacation per year
• Potential equity participation or stock options after one year

Application Instructions

Please send your CV and cover letter in English and French to: admin@bhent.net Subject: Application – CEO Bhent Cameroon SA Deadline: July 3, 2025 at 11:59 PM (GMT+1)