Accountabilities and Key Roles:

Investment Management:

• Identify, evaluate, and recommend high-potential startups for investment.
• Conduct thorough due diligence, including market analysis, financial assessment, and risk evaluation..etc.
• Develop and maintain relationships with venture capital firms, accelerators, incubators, and startup communities.
• Manage the investment portfolio, track performance, and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Prepare investment memos and presentations for the investment committee.

Proof of Concept (PoC) Management:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify business challenges and opportunities where startup solutions can be applied.
• Scout for innovative startups with solutions that align with identified challenges.
• Facilitate and manage the execution of PoCs, ensuring clear objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate between startups and internal teams to ensure smooth implementation and integration.
• Evaluate the success of PoCs and make recommendations for further collaboration or investment.

Strategic Planning and Execution:

• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to inform investment and innovation strategies.
• Develop and implement strategies to foster innovation and drive business growth through startup engagement.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business / Industrial Engineering or any related field from a recognized university.

Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in tech startup preferably focused on business development and partnerships and/or product management, equipped with business acumen and insights and are able to package and communicate front-end digital solutions to business lines to suggest digital income streams.

Competencies:

• Fluent in English and Arabic.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office).
• Paramount research skills and writing skills
• Strong modeling and analytics skills and understanding of financial terms and valuation exercises
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Critical Thinking and problem solving skills.
• Stellar work ethic and commitment.
• Ability to deliver results against tight deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task and Time Management skills.