Job Description
Merchant & Partner Acquisition Manager – JuniorCash
Department: Business Development & Partnerships
Reports To: Head of Growth / Commercial Director
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Egypteneur
At Egypteneur, we don't just build fintech products.
We build the future of financial inclusion.
JuniorCash is Egypt's first next-generation youth financial ecosystem, empowering children, teenagers, university students, and parents with a secure digital wallet, financial education, commerce, rewards, and everyday lifestyle services—all within one connected platform.
We're looking for an exceptional Merchant & Partner Acquisition Manager to build the commercial ecosystem that will power JuniorCash across education, retail, entertainment, and youth-focused services.
This is more than merchant acquisition.
This is building the financial ecosystem for the next generation.
Role Mission
Develop and scale JuniorCash's merchant and strategic partner network by acquiring leading brands, educational institutions, retailers, entertainment providers, and service partners that create real value for young users and their families.
You will help build Egypt's largest youth-focused digital commerce ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
Merchant Acquisition
Build and manage a strong merchant acquisition pipeline.
Identify and onboard merchants aligned with JuniorCash's target audience.
Present JuniorCash's commercial value proposition.
Negotiate commercial agreements, commissions, cashback campaigns, and exclusive student offers.
Ensure smooth merchant onboarding and activation.
Strategic Partnerships
Build partnerships with:
Schools & International Schools
Universities & Educational Institutions
Bookstores & Stationery Chains
Online Learning Platforms
Tutoring Centers
Cafés & Restaurants
Supermarkets
Fashion & Sportswear Brands
Electronics & Mobile Stores
Gaming Platforms
Entertainment Centers
Cinemas
Theme Parks
Youth Clubs
Sports Academies
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Transportation & Mobility Partners
Banks & Financial Institutions
Telecom Operators
Insurance Providers
Parents Associations
NGOs supporting financial literacy
Commercial Growth
Launch exclusive student discounts and cashback campaigns.
Develop seasonal partnerships (Back to School, Graduation, Summer Camps).
Create co-branded marketing initiatives.
Increase merchant engagement and retention.
Identify new revenue opportunities.
Relationship Management
Build long-term strategic relationships with merchants and partners.
Conduct regular business reviews.
Resolve commercial issues efficiently.
Collaborate with Product, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Technology teams to enhance partner performance.
Market Intelligence
Monitor:
Youth spending trends
EdTech and FinTech innovations
Student lifestyle trends
Digital commerce opportunities
Competitor ecosystems
Merchant performance and customer insights
KPIs
Active merchants onboarded
Strategic partnerships signed
Merchant activation rate
Merchant retention rate
Gross Merchandise Value (GMV)
Partnership-generated revenue
Exclusive student offers secured
Commercial pipeline value
Merchant satisfaction
Revenue contribution
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.
5–8+ years of experience in Business Development, Merchant Acquisition, Partnerships, FinTech, E-commerce, Retail, EdTech, or Marketplace businesses.
Proven negotiation and relationship management skills.
Experience closing commercial agreements.
Existing network across education, retail, telecom, banking, or youth-focused businesses is a strong advantage.
Startup or marketplace experience is highly preferred.
What Makes You Successful
You are:
A relationship builder.
Commercially driven.
Passionate about financial inclusion and youth empowerment.
Skilled in negotiating win-win partnerships.
Comfortable working in fast-growing startup environments.
Strategic in planning and hands-on in execution.
Focused on building long-term commercial ecosystems rather than one-time deals.
Why Join Egypteneur
Because you won't simply acquire merchants.
You will build one of Egypt's most ambitious youth financial ecosystems.
At Egypteneur:
We don't build apps.
We build digital economies.
We don't follow trends.
We create the future.
We empower the next generation through innovation, financial literacy, and meaningful partnerships.
JuniorCash — Smart Money Starts Young.
How to Apply
Send your CV to [Confidential Information]
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Merchant & Partner Acquisition Manager – JuniorCash
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