Head Of Communication

Job description / Role

Description

Do you want to help build a world-class institution from the region, experience the thrill of being part of a high-growth technology company, and improve people's lives?

There is only one way to build an awesome institution: to attract exceptionally talented people who are aligned with the mission of the organisation and make them partners in success. At Careem, our mission is to simplify & improve the lives of people, initially through solutions that make transportation in the region reliable, and over time, through disruptions in payments and logistics. In the process, we want to build an organisation that inspires and become a world-class institution from the region.

Founded in 2012 by former entrepreneurs and McKinsey alums, Careem is the MENA regions leading ride-hailing service and newest Tech Unicorn. With 30% monthly growth, we now operate in 54 cities across 11 countries and host over 6million users. With our recent Series D funding success, we are positioned on the cusp of significant scale and well on target to deliver our goal of creating one million jobs in the region by 2018. Read more about us here and here .

Responsibilities:

- Manage the Channel Mix that delivers on both Brand (Long Term ) and Advertising/ Content work targets
- Work closely with BC Comms Director to align local efforts to BC efforts while ensure localising relevant pieces
- Manage the different Channel teams to achieve

* Best ROI per channel
* Best targeting per segment

- Work with Channel Planning Manager to best allocate the Marketing Budget in alignment with Marketing Director
- Ensure a healthy relationship with PR Agency / On Ground Agencies and all Third party suppliers for Communications team

Requirements

Requirements:

- 12+ Years of Experience in Similar Role in FMCG/Telecom Industry
- Ability to get hands-on in a complex operational environment
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to tight deadlines
- Strong analytical skills and able to convert key findings into simple presentable communication
- Educated to BS/MS level (or equivalent) within a subject relevant to the position such as Marketing

Benefit Summary:

We offer an attractive total compensation package, with emphasis on equity compensation, excellent health benefits and monthly Careem credits. You will have a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing company on the ground floor and shape its direction.

About the Company

We are a brand that aims to simplify people's lives by revolutionizing the transportation industry. A brand that strives to inspire everyone it interacts with, and supports every single person who dares to believe. #BeCareem

Careem is the MENA region's leading ride-hailing service and newest Tech Unicorn. With 30% monthly growth, we now operate in 50+ cities across 11 countries and host over 6 million users. With our recent Series D funding success, we are positioned on the cusp of significant scale and well on target to deliver our goal of creating one million jobs in the region by 2018.