Description

Our client is an investor-backed, multi-modal Sustainable Transport business. They are undergoing rapid expansion and creating an Electric Vehicles (‘EV’) infrastructure across the UAE; developing charging stations; underpinned by a goal of providing financially accessible and environmentally friendly solutions.

The role: General Manager

Leading the organisation, providing strategic direction with emphasis on a “digital platform” approach.

Facilitating objectives as agreed with investors and in sync with the company mission statement. Creating and implementing strategic partnerships, developing and supervising all operations including annual operating plans and budgets.

Rolling out new modes of transport and spearheading customer acquisition efforts.

The position reports to a Board of Directors with key external stakeholders including government municipalities and vehicle partners.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years’ total experience (ideally 10-12+), including a notable amount within a similar field/industry.
• Demonstrable experience managing a tech / digital platform business.
• Familiarity with building two-sided networks
• Must have knowledge of the EV and micromobility spaces.
• Demonstrates an entrepreneurial streak, excellent leadership skills and can work in dynamic, at times ambiguous environments without direct instruction.