office administrator

administrative assistant

executive assistant

admin assistant

administrative officer

assistant vice president

Emirates Flight Catering

<div>
 <p>
  Business Unit Purpose
 </p>
 <p>
  To provide world-class industrial laundry and dry-cleaning services to the airline, hospitality, healthcare, and retail sectors, ensuring superior quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Linencraft operates as a profit centre within Emirates Flight Catering, combining state-of-the-art facilities, advanced technology, and industry-leading expertise to remain the regional market leader.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Job Purpose
 </p>
 <p>
  To lead, direct, and control the Linencraft business, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and financial objectives. The role provides vision and leadership, sets short- and long-term goals, allocates resources effectively, and drives operational and financial performance. The AVP ensures Linencraft maintains its market leadership position while expanding into new sectors and delivering consistent value to customers and stakeholders.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Key Result Areas
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Provide leadership and strategic direction to ensure Linencraft achieves its financial, operational, and growth objectives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Establish and implement short- and long-term business strategies, operating plans, and resource allocations to balance profitability and sustainability.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety regulations, implementing proactive measures to maintain a safe working environment for employees.
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead, mentor, and develop senior managers and teams across operations, sales, customer care, logistics, and administration to achieve performance standards and business goals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Monitor and evaluate performance across all Linencraft units against KPIs related to efficiency, cost control, revenue, compliance, and human resource management.
  </li>
  <li>
   Approve and allocate labour and capital resources to maximise productivity and operational outcomes in line with professional recommendations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Evaluate, recommend, and oversee investments in infrastructure, technology, equipment, and systems to enhance capabilities and support scalability.
  </li>
  <li>
   Drive organisational design, talent management, recruitment, and training initiatives to ensure robust leadership and workforce readiness.
  </li>
  <li>
   Address performance issues through coaching, counselling, and disciplinary measures to maintain high standards across the management team.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure timely communication and cascade of policies, processes, and procedures across all levels of the organisation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborate with cross-functional managers to integrate supply chain and logistics strategies, ensuring efficient inbound and outbound flow of laundry items.
  </li>
  <li>
   Guide sales and customer care teams in identifying and securing new business opportunities across airline, hospitality, healthcare, dry cleaning, and retail sectors.
  </li>
  <li>
   Represent Linencraft in high-level negotiations and meetings with clients, partners, and industry leaders to pursue business opportunities and safeguard organisational interests.
  </li>
  <li>
   Oversee operational management of existing business and project management of expansion initiatives, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage and control budgets, operating costs, and capital expenditure to support business continuity and strategic growth.
  </li>
  <li>
   Review and negotiate supplier contracts, ensuring a reliable supply of goods and services that meet quality, cost, and timeliness standards.
  </li>
  <li>
   Approve pricing strategies across all business segments, balancing market competitiveness with profitability.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Job Context
 </p>
 <p>
  Linencraft is the Middle East's most advanced industrial laundry and dry-cleaning provider, with facilities capable of processing over 340,000 linen and garment pieces daily. The business serves more than 45 airline clients, 40 hospitality partners, multiple retail outlets, and in-house hotel laundries. Its operations span logistics, airline laundry, hospitality laundry, dry cleaning, and administration. Linencraft has rapidly established itself as a market leader, expanding capacity from 4 tons to 92 tons, with further growth to 187 tons underway across three sites in Dubai. It is diversifying into the healthcare laundry sector while expanding hospitality operations by an additional 80 tons. The AVP role is central to sustaining this growth, positioning Linencraft as a world-class provider, and leveraging opportunities arising from the expansion of Dubai's airline, hospitality, healthcare, and retail industries.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Knowledge, Skills &amp; Minimum Experience
 </p>
 <p>
  Education
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Graduate or equivalent qualification with hands-on experience in laundry operations (mandatory)
  </li>
  <li>
   Advanced degree or management certification (preferred)
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Work Experience
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Minimum 15 years of experience in industrial laundry operations, including at least 5 years in a senior management role
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in the hospitality industry is an advantage
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Skills
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels in a diverse environment
  </li>
  <li>
   Extensive knowledge of industrial laundry processes, equipment, washer extractor programming, continuous batch wash systems, chemical supplies, and stain removal methods
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven expertise in business management, including budgeting, procurement, resource allocation, and supervision
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to perform under pressure
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated success in people management and team development
  </li>
  <li>
   Established track record in hospitality and laundry sectors
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
 </p>
</div>


Assistant Vice President Linencraft

Talents Tide

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Position:
  </strong>
  Senior Director / Vice President &ndash; Business Development (UAEN)
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Location:
  </strong>
  UAE &ndash; Government Entity
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   About the Role
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Our client, a prestigious Government Entity, is seeking a seasoned
  <strong>
   Senior Director / Vice President &ndash; Business Development
  </strong>
  to spearhead growth strategies, drive strategic partnerships, and deliver measurable business outcomes. This is a senior leadership role for a proven Emirati executive with over a decade of experience in
  <strong>
   free zone entities
  </strong>
  or the
  <strong>
   financial services sector
  </strong>
  , capable of shaping policy-level initiatives and driving long-term sustainable growth.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Key Responsibilities
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Define and implement business development strategies to achieve
   <strong>
    year-on-year growth targets
   </strong>
   in alignment with the entity&rsquo;s vision.
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead high-level negotiations and secure multi-million-dirham strategic partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures.
  </li>
  <li>
   Expand the entity&rsquo;s
   <strong>
    portfolio of services, investors, and partners
   </strong>
   to strengthen its market positioning across UAE and GCC.
  </li>
  <li>
   Develop and oversee frameworks for
   <strong>
    revenue generation, diversification, and investment attraction
   </strong>
   .
  </li>
  <li>
   Establish KPIs and performance metrics, ensuring business units achieve financial and strategic objectives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Partner with government stakeholders, regulators, and industry leaders to influence market development and policy.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide
   <strong>
    executive leadership
   </strong>
   to cross-functional teams, embedding a culture of innovation, accountability, and results.
  </li>
  <li>
   Monitor
   <strong>
    market intelligence, competitor strategies, and emerging trends
   </strong>
   to anticipate risks and capture opportunities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Represent the entity at major
   <strong>
    international forums, conferences, and financial summits
   </strong>
   , enhancing visibility and strategic influence.
  </li>
  <li>
   Report directly to the C-suite/Board with actionable insights, forecasts, and growth strategies.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Qualifications &amp; Experience
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).
  </li>
  <li>
   <strong>
    10+ years of senior leadership experience
   </strong>
   in business development, strategy, or growth roles.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong track record in
   <strong>
    free zones or financial services
   </strong>
   , with measurable contributions to revenue, partnerships, or market expansion.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven success in
   <strong>
    leading large teams and managing multimillion-dirham budgets
   </strong>
   .
  </li>
  <li>
   Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Visionary leader with a
   <strong>
    strategic mindset and execution excellence
   </strong>
   .
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Why Join
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  This role offers a unique platform to influence and drive the growth agenda of a respected Government Entity, with high visibility, impact, and the opportunity to shape the economic future of the UAE
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Apply via LinkedIn or connect directly for a further discussion.
  </strong>
 </p>
</div>


Senior Director / Vice President – Business Development

HR Force International

We are seeking an experienced Regional Vice President (RVP) for the MENA region with a proven background in RegTech and IDV to join our growing team at Programmers Force. In this role, you will lead our regional go-to-market strategy, driving enterprise sales, partnerships, and client adoption.
<br><br>
<b>Key Responsibilities:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Own MENA regional sales and revenue strategy.</li>
<li>Build trusted relationships with regulators, banks, and fintechs.</li>
<li>Drive new customer acquisition and account expansion.</li>
<li>Manage and mentor AEs across the MENA region.</li>
<li>Provide insights into regional compliance and regulatory trends.</li>
</ul>
<b>Requirements:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>10+ years of sales leadership experience in the MENA market.</li>
<li>Strong expertise in AML, KYC, fraud detection, and compliance frameworks.</li>
<li>Proven track record of scaling regional revenues.</li>
<li>Strong leadership and executive presence in cross-cultural environments.</li>
</ul>


Regional Vice President - MENA

Masafi LLC

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Our time to make ripples.
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  We are for the restless achievers. For those who thirst for success and more. For those who never stop trying. We are Masafi. And if you have what it takes, we are ready to take the next step with you.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Things we believe in:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   <em>
    Inclusivity &amp; diversity
   </em>
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we believe diversity, gender balance and inclusion lead to success.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   <em>
    Our people
   </em>
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  We believe passionate people propel us forward, build our culture and drive our spirit of innovation.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   <em>
    Hard work, integrity &amp; ownership
   </em>
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  We believe hard work trumps everything. And honesty and taking total responsibility are the pillars of everything we do.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   A glimpse of your typical workday
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Act as the primary point of contact for the Chairman, managing communications with professionalism and discretion.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proactively manage the Chairman&rsquo;s calendar, schedule, travel, and appointments to maximize efficiency.
  </li>
  <li>
   Anticipate needs and take initiative in resolving issues before they arise.
  </li>
  <li>
   Draft, review, and manage correspondence, reports, and presentations with accuracy and confidentiality.
  </li>
  <li>
   Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and ensure all necessary materials are ready in advance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Chairman.
  </li>
  <li>
   Handle sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality and integrity.
  </li>
  <li>
   Support personal and professional tasks as needed to ensure smooth daily operations.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   What makes you stand out
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred; additional certifications in business administration or related fields are a plus.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven experience (5+ years) as an Executive Assistant, preferably supporting senior leadership or C-suite.
  </li>
  <li>
   Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   High level of integrity, ethics, and discretion in handling confidential information.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented mindset.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and digital collaboration tools.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   The joys:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   <em>
    Workspace:
   </em>
  </strong>
  We mix work and play with an exclusive gym and an inspiration zone filled with indoor games, library, bean bags and of course, piping hot coffee.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   <em>
    Game-changing leadership:
   </em>
  </strong>
  We mentor and hone future leaders through agile, dynamic and people-focused training.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   <em>
    Enriching rewards:
   </em>
  </strong>
  Besides bench-marking industry remuneration, we offer medical benefits and discounts on all Masafi products.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   <em>
    Focus on wellness:
   </em>
  </strong>
  <em>
  </em>
  We not only insist on a great work-life balance but also accompany it with a lovely wellness program.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Our story
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Masafi was born in the Hajar Mountains in the United Arab Emirates. And ever since, we&rsquo;ve left a mark across the region and the world.
 </p>
 <p>
  Back in 1976, Masafi was the first naturally sourced drinking water in the UAE. Today, our portfolio consists of the finest range of pure naturally sourced water, juices, tissue papers and anti-bacterial essentials.
 </p>
 <p>
  While we have been the market leader for over 4 decades, we never take anything for granted. Every day, we work harder to deliver the finest products that are good for people and the planet too.
 </p>
 <p>
  We are an equal opportunity employer. Inclusivity, diversity and gender balance are the cornerstones of our business just like, wellness, mindfulness and a healthy work-life balance.
 </p>
 <p>
  Interested in growing your career with us? Take a look at some of our current openings. We can&rsquo;t wait to hear from you.
 </p>
</div>


Executive Assistant to Vice Chairman

RAKBANK

<div>
 <p>
  At RAKBANK, we believe in fostering a culture of innovation, growth, and excellence. We are not just a bank &ndash; we are a community that thrives on teamwork, cutting-edge solutions, and the highest standards of governance.
  <br/>
  <br/>
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <strong>
  Job Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <p>
  <strong>
   About the role
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  This role is focused on acquiring new SME clients and delivering customized banking solutions across Working Capital, Unsecured Loans, Merchant POS Loans, Asset-Backed Lending, and Trade Finance products. You will have a strong sales orientation, deep expertise in SME lending, and a passion for building long-term client relationships from the ground up. This role reports to Associate Vice President - SME Acquisition
  <br/>
  <br/>
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <strong>
  Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <p>
  <strong>
   What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Identify, prospect, and onboard new SME clients through direct sales, referrals, partnerships, and market outreach
  </li>
  <li>
   Understand client needs and offer tailored banking solutions including Working Capital Loans, Unsecured Loans, Merchant POS Lending, Supply Chain Finance, Asset-Backed Loans, and Commercial Loans
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure compliance with the Staff Code of Conduct and bank procedures during client onboarding and deal execution
  </li>
  <li>
   Meet and exceed monthly and annual acquisition, sales, and fee targets
  </li>
  <li>
   Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline using CRM tools and lead-tracking systems
  </li>
  <li>
   Drive new relationship growth and revenue generation
  </li>
  <li>
   Deliver a seamless onboarding experience by coordinating with internal teams for credit processing, documentation, and account activation
  </li>
  <li>
   Conduct KYC and due diligence check in line with bank policies and regulatory standards
  </li>
  <li>
   Stay informed on market trends, competitor offerings, and SME sector dynamics
  </li>
  <li>
   Proactively identify opportunities to pitch RAKBANK&rsquo;s value proposition to small and medium businesses
  </li>
  <li>
   Partner with Credit, Operations, Product, and Compliance teams to ensure high-quality service delivery
  </li>
  <li>
   Structure deals that align with both client needs and the bank&rsquo;s risk appetite
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   What We&rsquo;re Looking For
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience: Strong background in lending product sales and new client acquisition
  </li>
  <li>
   Industry Exposure: Exposure to Banking or financial services, with a focus on relationship management, or assistant relationship manager or financial services sales
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Skills
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Deep knowledge of SME lending products and banking solutions
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong credit assessment, financial analysis, and deal structuring capabilities
  </li>
  <li>
   Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  </li>
  <li>
   Familiarity with banking systems and credit workflow platforms
  </li>
  <li>
   Solid understanding of credit risk, banking products, and regulatory requirements
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Effective interpersonal skills for internal and external coordination
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Additional Information
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <p>
  <strong>
   What&rsquo;s In It For You
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Competitive, performance-linked compensation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Medical coverage for you and your family.
  </li>
  <li>
   Comprehensive life insurance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Inclusive and diverse workplace culture.
  </li>
  <li>
   Career development and fast-track growth opportunities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Mentorship from industry experts.
  </li>
 </ul>
</div>


Relationship Manager - SME Acquisition

The Emirates Group

Business Unit Purpose
<br><br>
To provide world-class industrial laundry and dry-cleaning services to the airline, hospitality, healthcare, and retail sectors, ensuring superior quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Linencraft operates as a profit centre within Emirates Flight Catering, combining state-of-the-art facilities, advanced technology, and industry-leading expertise to remain the regional market leader.
<br><br>
Job Purpose
<br><br>
To lead, direct, and control the Linencraft business, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and financial objectives. The role provides vision and leadership, sets short- and long-term goals, allocates resources effectively, and drives operational and financial performance. The AVP ensures Linencraft maintains its market leadership position while expanding into new sectors and delivering consistent value to customers and stakeholders.
<br><br>
Key Result Areas
<br><br>
Provide leadership and strategic direction to ensure Linencraft achieves its financial, operational, and growth objectives.
<br>Establish and implement short- and long-term business strategies, operating plans, and resource allocations to balance profitability and sustainability.
<br>Ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety regulations, implementing proactive measures to maintain a safe working environment for employees.
<br>Lead, mentor, and develop senior managers and teams across operations, sales, customer care, logistics, and administration to achieve performance standards and business goals.
<br>Monitor and evaluate performance across all Linencraft units against KPIs related to efficiency, cost control, revenue, compliance, and human resource management.
<br>Approve and allocate labour and capital resources to maximise productivity and operational outcomes in line with professional recommendations.
<br>Evaluate, recommend, and oversee investments in infrastructure, technology, equipment, and systems to enhance capabilities and support scalability.
<br>Drive organisational design, talent management, recruitment, and training initiatives to ensure robust leadership and workforce readiness.
<br>Address performance issues through coaching, counselling, and disciplinary measures to maintain high standards across the management team.
<br>Ensure timely communication and cascade of policies, processes, and procedures across all levels of the organisation.
<br>Collaborate with cross-functional managers to integrate supply chain and logistics strategies, ensuring efficient inbound and outbound flow of laundry items.
<br>Guide sales and customer care teams in identifying and securing new business opportunities across airline, hospitality, healthcare, dry cleaning, and retail sectors.
<br>Represent Linencraft in high-level negotiations and meetings with clients, partners, and industry leaders to pursue business opportunities and safeguard organisational interests.
<br>Oversee operational management of existing business and project management of expansion initiatives, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
<br>Manage and control budgets, operating costs, and capital expenditure to support business continuity and strategic growth.
<br>Review and negotiate supplier contracts, ensuring a reliable supply of goods and services that meet quality, cost, and timeliness standards.
<br>Approve pricing strategies across all business segments, balancing market competitiveness with profitability.
<br><br>
Job Context
<br><br>
Linencraft is the Middle East*s most advanced industrial laundry and dry-cleaning provider, with facilities capable of processing over 340,000 linen and garment pieces daily. The business serves more than 45 airline clients, 40 hospitality partners, multiple retail outlets, and in-house hotel laundries. Its operations span logistics, airline laundry, hospitality laundry, dry cleaning, and administration. Linencraft has rapidly established itself as a market leader, expanding capacity from 4 tons to 92 tons, with further growth to 187 tons underway across three sites in Dubai. It is diversifying into the healthcare laundry sector while expanding hospitality operations by an additional 80 tons. The AVP role is central to sustaining this growth, positioning Linencraft as a world-class provider, and leveraging opportunities arising from the expansion of Dubai*s airline, hospitality, healthcare, and retail industries.
<br><br>
Knowledge, Skills & Minimum Experience
<br><br>
Education
<br><br>
Graduate or equivalent qualification with hands-on experience in laundry operations (mandatory)
<br>Advanced degree or management certification (preferred)
<br><br>
Work Experience
<br><br>
Minimum 15 years of experience in industrial laundry operations, including at least 5 years in a senior management role
<br>Experience in the hospitality industry is an advantage
<br><br>
Skills
<br><br>
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels in a diverse environment
<br>Extensive knowledge of industrial laundry processes, equipment, washer extractor programming, continuous batch wash systems, chemical supplies, and stain removal methods
<br>Proven expertise in business management, including budgeting, procurement, resource allocation, and supervision
<br>Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to perform under pressure
<br>Demonstrated success in people management and team development
<br>Established track record in hospitality and laundry sectors

AVP - LINENCRAFT

EF Education First

<div><div><div><div><div><div>Job Position: Business Development Director for Middle East</div></div><div><div>
Reporting to: Senior Vice President</div></div><div><div>
Office Location : Dubai or remote.</div></div><div></div><div><div>
Efekta provides the world&rsquo;s leading AI-powered learning technology. Our mission is to help everyone learn faster and go further by making personal tutoring affordable and accessible. Providing AI Personalized Learning that works alongside human teachers in schools, universities, and global companies. With an AI-driven curriculum, personal AI tutor, and AI teaching assistant, we deliver proven results at large scale.</div></div><div><div>
We have extremely ambitious growth plans and are looking for highly talented and motivated salespeople to join us to help fuel these plans. A career with us offers the scale and support of a global organization, and the pace, purpose, and energy of a fast-growing business. We look for thinkers and doers: creative, collaborative, and motivated people who are excited by education, language, and, in a world of AI, the art of the possible.</div></div><div><div>
</div></div><div><div><b>
Who you are</b></div></div><div><ul><div><div>
A driven self-starter with a good instincts, strong ethics, and a proven ability to close complex, strategic deals.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Entrepreneurial and resilient, thriving with autonomy and driving results through creativity and persistence.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Credible in senior stakeholder conversations, communicating with confidence, empathy and active listening.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Naturally curious and commercially sharp, with commitment to continuously learning and adapting.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
A networker and relationship builder with communication skills that can &lsquo;sell&rsquo; us.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Exceptional organizational skills and can work accurately in a fast-paced environment.</div></div></ul></div><div><div>
</div></div><div><div><b>
What </b><b>you&rsquo;ll</b><b> do</b></div></div><div><ul><div><div>
Develop and execute go-to-market plans tailored to public school entities, private schools and universities, for our educational programs.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Engage and influence policymakers, regulators, state legislators, and education administrators to drive initiatives aligned with Efekta's mission.</div></div></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><div><div>
Influence or respond to public policy and regulatory changes, often collaborating with lobbyists or Efekta's internal teams.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Manage full sales cycles: prospecting, proposal design (RFP/RFQ), negotiation, and closure.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Oversee KPIs such as new partnerships secured, revenue growth, sales funnel velocity.</div></div></ul></div><div><div>
</div></div><div><div><b>
What </b><b>you&rsquo;ll</b><b> bring</b></div></div><div><ul><div><div>
Minimum 5 years&rsquo; sales experience within B2G or B2B.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Proven ability to close complex high-value deals with Government and Institutions in your region/country.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Understanding of government procurement policy and process, education priorities and ideally a network in the education sector</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Fluent in Arabic and English</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Experience in EdTech, SAAS, or Publishing is a plus.</div></div></ul></div><p></p><div><div><b>
Why working at </b><b>Efekta</b><b> is great</b></div></div><div><ul><div><div>
A balance of autonomy and support to develop and follow your own sales strategy.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
A start up fast paced environment with real potential to create transformative impact in schools and universities around the world if we succeed.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Surrounded by passionate talented international teammates who are experts in education, technology and growth and who believe nothing is impossible.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
A chance to participate in our Global Experience Program, spending time in other offices and teams around the world.</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
A competitive salary (based on track record) and benefits packages</div></div></ul></div><div><ul><div><div>
Celebrations, global gatherings and anniversary markers, including paid sabbaticals.</div></div></ul></div><div><div>
</div></div><div><div>About EF Education First and Efekta</div></div></div><div><div>
Founded in 1965, EF (Education First) is a global association of education companies with people and innovation at its heart, that shares a common mission of opening the world through education, offering language, academic, cultural exchange and education travel programs.</div></div><div><div>
Efekta is the fastest growing of these companies providing the world&rsquo;s leading AI-powered learning technology to schools, universities and organisations.</div></div><div><div>
Efekta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.</div><div></div><div><div>
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