Remittance Program Lead

Role Overview

Wellthi is a fintech platform helping organizations and communities launch branded financial solutions that drive savings, credit access, and cross-border financial inclusion.

We are seeking an experienced Remittance Program Lead to design, execute, and oversee the full implementation of our new remittance program, from concept and regulatory readiness through client launch. This role requires a seasoned professional with expertise in payments, remittances, compliance, and cross-functional program management.

The Remittance Program Lead will serve as the primary owner of the initiative, coordinating across legal, compliance, product, engineering, and partner teams to ensure the successful delivery of a fully operational and compliant remittance solution.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience building or implementing cross-border payment systems, coordinating compliance and legal teams, and managing complex fintech programs across multiple markets.

Familiarity with African and MENA payment ecosystems (mobile money, local settlement systems, and FX frameworks) is a strong plus.

This is a part-time contract role (20–25 hours/week) for 6–9 months, reporting directly to the Chief Executive  Officer .

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Planning

• Develop and manage the roadmap for the cross-border remittance program.
  
  
• Translate business goals into actionable project plans and KPIs.
  
  
• Align internal teams (compliance, legal, tech, and operations) and external partners.
  
  

2. Compliance & Legal Coordination

• Coordinate with legal and compliance experts to ensure licensing and regulatory readiness for international remittance.
  
  
• Oversee AML/KYC policies, data privacy standards, and partner compliance documentation.
  
  
• Maintain audit-ready records and reporting systems.
  
  

3. Partner & Vendor Coordination

• Identify and onboard key partners (payment processors, money transmitters, banks, FX providers).
  
  
• Manage SLAs, contracts, and partner integrations.
  
  
• Support corridor expansion strategy beginning with Africa and MENA regions.
  
  

4. Operational Implementation

• Define and document operational workflows for cross-border transactions.
  
  
• Coordinate technical testing, readiness reviews, and user training.
  
  
• Develop an operational playbook for ongoing execution and scaling.
  
  

Deliverables

• End-to-End Implementation Plan with milestones and KPIs.
  
  
• Compliance & Regulatory Readiness Documentation.
  
  
• Partner Onboarding & Integration Framework.
  
  
• Operational Playbook for cross-border remittance operations.
  
  
• Launch & Post-Launch Review Report.
  
  

Qualifications

• 5+ years in payments, remittance, or fintech program management.
  
  
• Strong understanding of cross-border payment systems, FX management, AML/KYC, and compliance frameworks.
  
  
• Experience coordinating multi-country legal and regulatory requirements.
  
  
• Familiarity with African and MENA payment ecosystems is a plus.
  
  
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  
  
• Self-starter comfortable leading remotely and cross-functionally.

Engagement Details

• Type: Part-Time / Contract
  
  
• Hours: 15–25 hours per week
  
  
• Duration: 6–9 months (with potential to extend)
  
  
• Location: Remote / Flexible
  
  

Success Indicators

• On-time, compliant launch of the cross-border remittance program.
  
  
• Completion of regulatory and partner onboarding for initial target corridors.
  
  
• Clear documentation, workflows, and handoff for long-term operations.