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<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span>At Optasia we use the latest technologies and tools to build impactful customer experiences, grow our network and provide comprehensive financial access for millions of customers in countries across continental Africa, Asia and beyond.<br> We are seeking a dynamic Employee Relations Leader who brings deep experience handling complex employee relations matters in fast-growing, international organizations, together with a practical understanding of how to balance pace, fairness, consistency, and risk in a growing post-IPO business.<br> The ideal person will combine strong international employee relations and employment law expertise with sound commercial judgement, excellent stakeholder management capability, and the ability to guide leaders through sensitive people issues with clarity and confidence Experience advising across multiple jurisdictions including in Africa and Asia, leading large-scale workforce optimization programs and enabling business and organizational change Coaching and upskilling leaders and managers on workforce change, adding to a culture of engaged and enabled people managers This is a Senior team role in a growing business where delivering with confidence, pace, and sound judgement is essential, and where a go-getter spirit and customer orientation are valued as highly as technical excellence.<br> Candidate Profile A credible, commercially minded Employee Relations leader who can operate as a trusted adviser to senior leaders and stakeholders while maintaining excellent operational grip on high-risk and sensitive casework.<br> Comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrixed, multicultural business where priorities shift quickly, local market requirements vary, and balanced judgement is required on high-impact people matters.<br> Passionate about building fair, scalable and well-governed employee relations and people practices that protect the business, support growth, strengthen leadership capability, and create consistency across markets Key Responsibilities Act as the lead adviser on complex employee relations matters across relevant markets, including disciplinaries, grievances, investigations, performance concerns, misconduct issues, appeals, sensitive exits, and broader people risk matters.<br> Partner with HR, Legal, Compliance, and business leaders to assess people risk, determine appropriate approaches, and deliver timely, fair, and well-documented outcomes.<br> Support organizational change activity, including workforce change and optimization programs, operating model changes, consultation processes and communication planning and execution across relevant markets.<br> Advise and coach managers and senior stakeholders on case handling, documentation quality, investigation standards, policy application, and risk-aware decision-making.<br> Lead training and enablement initiatives that help leaders handle employee relations issues earlier, more confidently, and in line with company values and legal requirements.<br> Conduct or guide complex investigations, ensuring processes are followed appropriately, and recommendations are clear, practical, and defensible.<br> Partner with the Operations team to identify, design and deploy AI and automation to improve process efficiency.<br> Use people data, case trends, and business insight to identify risk themes, diagnose organizational issues, and recommend practical actions that improve consistency, reduce risk, and strengthen leadership decision-making.<br> Lead training and enablement initiatives that help leaders handle employee relations issues earlier, more confidently, and in line with company values and legal requirements.<br> Develop and continuously improve ER and people-focused frameworks, policies, templates, toolkits, and other manager resources to support consistency and scalability across markets Deliver global people projects that improve employee relations capability, governance, manager effectiveness, policy consistency, and the overall employee experience.<br> Ensure local practices remain aligned with employment legislation, internal policy, and Optasia's values across the markets within scope.<br> Requirements Significant direct experience (8+ yrs) leading delivery of ER including at a regional level with experience of business partnering preferred Extensive employee relations experience in international, high-growth, regulated, or complex business environments in Asia and Africa Experience dealing with complex M&amp;A, assessment &amp; integration projects Demonstrated capability in handling complex investigations, conduct matters, performance cases, grievances, redundancies, and other sensitive employee relations issues from initial assessment through to resolution.<br> Strong experience operating across multiple countries, with practical understanding of employee relations risk, employment practices, and the need to balance consistency with local compliance Strong knowledge of employee relations risk, process discipline, and the importance of clear documentation, consistency, and defensible decision-making.<br> Data-informed, pragmatic, and business-oriented approach to solving people risk and workplace issues Proven ability to build effective working relationships with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders including Legal, Compliance Strong coaching and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and raise the quality of people decisions.<br> High levels of integrity, professionalism, discretion, and resilience when dealing with complex or high-pressure situations.<br> Ability to plan and prioritize work under tight deadlines, work on own initiative, and as a member of a team.<br> Why Optasia?<br> Optasia is a high-growth, AI-powered financial infrastructure platform serving over 432 million users in emerging markets across Africa and Asia.<br> By harnessing the power of AI and real-time data we unlock financial opportunities for customers.<br> We have been recognized as a top fintech by Forbes Middle East, culminating in a successful JSE listing in 2025.<br> At Optasia, our global team builds the tech, products and services which will change the game for the world's unbanked population.<br> We empower our people by offering unique employee experiences and support individual careers by prioritizing well-being and embracing flexibility.<br> Benefits include: Flexible remote working Competitive remuneration package Extra day off on your birthday Performance-based bonus scheme Comprehensive private healthcare insurance All the tech gear you need to work smart Join us in shaping the future of Optasia as we grow together.<br> Explore more at optasia.<br>com</span> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <br> <p><u><span>JOB PURPOSE</span></u><u><span>:</span></u></p><br><p><span>The Team Leader, Corporate Communications is responsible for setting and leading the corporate communications agenda to strengthen the organisation’s reputation, influence, and narrative across key stakeholders, including senior executives, corporate leaders, regulators, and government officials. The role provides strategic counsel to CXOs and executive leadership, ensuring cohesive, credible, and high</span><span>‑</span><span>impact communications that support business objectives and long</span><span>‑</span><span>term value creation.</span></p><br><p><span>As a senior overseeing corporate communications delivery, the Team Leader defines media strategy, drives executive positioning, and leads thought leadership initiatives at a national, regional, and international level. Managing a dedicated team across Public Relations and Media, the role ensures disciplined execution, robust governance, and consistently high standards across earned media, stakeholder engagement, and executive visibility.</span></p><br><p><u><span>KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</span></u></p><br><p><strong><u><span>Corporate Communications &amp; Reputation Strategy</span></u></strong></p><br><ul><li><span>Define and lead the corporate communications strategy to enhance organisational reputation, leadership visibility, and stakeholder confidence.</span></li><li><span>Translate business priorities into clear, compelling external narratives aligned with corporate values and long-term strategic objectives.</span></li><li><span>Act as a senior advisor to executive leadership on reputation management, public positioning, and sensitive communications matters.</span></li><li><span>Lead crisis and issues communications approach and planning, including scenario preparedness, messaging frameworks, and executive response protocols.</span></li><li><span>Advise executive leadership during high</span><span>‑</span><span>risk or crisis situations, ensuring timely, coordinated, and well</span><span>‑</span><span>governed communications.</span></li><li><span>Safeguard organisational reputation during complex, high</span><span>‑</span><span>risk and sensitive situations through strategic communications and executive advisory.</span></li></ul><p><strong><u><span>Media Strategy &amp; Media Relations</span></u></strong></p><br><ul><li><span>Own and continuously refine the organisation’s media strategy across national, regional, and international outlets.</span></li><li><span>Build and maintain strong relationships with senior editors, journalists, and media opinion formers.</span></li><li><span>Oversee proactive media engagement, issue management, and media response in high‑profile or sensitive situations.</span></li><li><span>Ensure disciplined and accurate creation of press releases, media statements, bylined articles, and executive interviews.</span></li></ul><p><strong><u><span>Executive Positioning &amp; Thought Leadership</span></u></strong></p><br><ul><li><span>Drive executive positioning and thought leadership strategies for CXOs and senior leaders.</span></li><li><span>Oversee development of briefing documents, messaging frameworks, talking points, speeches, and opinion pieces.</span></li><li><span>Ensure executives are fully prepared for public appearances, interviews, conferences, and high‑level engagements.</span></li><li><span>Design and lead media and executive communications training for CXOs and senior leaders, ensuring preparedness for interviews, public appearances, and high</span><span>‑</span><span>stakes engagements.</span></li></ul><p><strong><u><span>Media Monitoring, Insights &amp; Reporting</span></u></strong></p><br><ul><li><span>Oversee comprehensive media monitoring and analysis to track reputation, sentiment, share of voice, and emerging risks.</span></li><li><span>Provide clear, executive‑level insights and recommendations to senior leadership and boards.</span></li><li><span>Use data and intelligence to continuously refine communications strategies and media engagement approaches.</span></li></ul><p><strong><u><span>Enterprise Communications</span></u></strong></p><br><ul><li><span>Define and lead the enterprise communications strategy to ensure alignment between business priorities, leadership direction, and employee understanding.</span></li><li><span>Shape and articulate the organisation’s enterprise narrative, translating strategy, performance, and transformation initiatives into clear, credible messages for internal stakeholders across all levels.</span></li><li><span>Lead communications related to the employee value proposition (EVP), culture, leadership visibility, and organisational milestones, ensuring consistency with the corporate brand and external positioning.</span></li><li><span>Oversee communications for enterprise‑wide change initiatives, leadership updates, and major business announcements.</span></li></ul><p><strong><u><span>People Leadership &amp; Team Management</span></u></strong></p><br><ul><li><span>Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team across Public Relations and Media.</span></li><li><span>Set clear objectives, ensure accountability, and build depth of capability within the corporate communications function.</span></li><li><span>Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional rigor across the team.</span></li></ul><p><strong><u><span>Representation &amp; Public Presence</span></u></strong></p><br><ul><li><span>Represent the organisation confidently in senior‑level external engagements, industry forums, and select public platforms as required.</span></li><li><span>Demonstrate strong presence, credibility, and authority in high‑visibility settings.</span></li></ul><strong><u><span>QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE &amp; SKILLS: </span></u></strong><p><strong><span>Minimum Qualification</span></strong></p><br><ul><li><span>Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, International Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline.</span></li><li><span>Master’s degree in Communications, Publics Relations, Media, Public Affairs, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.</span></li><li><span>Relevant professional certifications in communications, public relations, or leadership development are an advantage.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span>Minimum Experience &amp; Knowledge &amp; Skills</span></strong></p><br><ul><li><span>10-12 years of progressive experience in corporate communications, strategic communications, or public affairs within large, complex organisations.</span></li><li><span>Proven experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams, including PR, media, and communications specialists, with clear accountability for performance and delivery.</span></li><li><span>Demonstrated success working cross</span><span>‑</span><span>functionally with senior leaders across business, Government Affairs, Legal, Human Capital, Brand, and Commercial teams.</span></li><li><span>Extensive experience advising and working directly with CXOs, corporate CEOs, board members, and senior government officials on high</span><span>‑</span><span>impact, reputation</span><span>‑</span><span>sensitive matters.</span></li><li><span>Strong background in media strategy, thought leadership, executive positioning, and narrative development at enterprise level.</span></li><li><span>High level of judgment, influence, and stakeholder management capability, with the confidence to operate in high</span><span>‑</span><span>pressure, high</span><span>‑</span><span>visibility environments.</span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic are mandatory.</span></li></ul><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Description <p>At Johnson &amp; Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.</p><br><br> <p>As guided by Our Credo, Johnson &amp; Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson &amp; Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.</p><br><br> <p><strong>Job Function: </strong></p><br><br> Marketing <p><strong>Job Sub Function: </strong></p><br><br> Product Management <p><strong>Job Category:</strong></p><br><br> People Leader <p><strong>All Job Posting Locations:</strong></p><br><br> Dubai, United Arab Emirates <p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><br><br> <p><strong>About Surgery</strong></p><br><br> <p>Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.</p><br><br><p>Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.</p><br><br><p>Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech</p><br><br><p><strong>We are searching for the best talent for </strong> <strong>Wound Closure &amp; Biosurgery Platform Lead - MEA.</strong></p><br><br><p><strong>Purpose: </strong></p><br><br><p>Leads the Surgery Middle East Franchise Platform organization for Wound Closure and Biosurgery strategies in close partnership with Surgery Marketing &amp; Strategy Director as well as Geography Surgery leaders across Middle East to drive differentiated and sustainable growth. Develops different business models, aligned with EMEA regional strategies, that hold local relevance to ensure success with a focus on critical strategic priorities to grow the business. </p><br><br><p><strong>You will be responsible for:</strong></p><br><br><p><strong>Responsible for the development of Wound Closure and Biosurgery platforms strategies and drive planning and execution of these strategies</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Transposes regional strategies and insights to ensure consistent implementation across Middle East, yet tailored to the different geographies of the diverse ME sub-cluster for Ethicon Wound Closure , Hernia and Biosurgery</p><br><br></li><li><p>Ensures strong alignment of Middle East strategic priorities to Regional Franchise imperatives as well as responsible for driving execution of these priorities across the Middle East region;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Aligns marketing needs of Middle East to the strategic vision of the EMEA Franchise and ensures Middle East needs are represented at EMEA business unit/platform level;</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Identify customer needs, develop disease state and procedure insights in the field and understand health care market trends and competitor strategies</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Develops strong relationships with key customers and opinion leaders, medical associations, public authorities;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Applies market research tools to deepen customer understanding, leverage multiple sources of competitive intelligence (global, regional and local) and create market development strategies, models and sales forecasts</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Lead platform to sustain long term portfolio sales growth</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Influences the Global Strategy &amp; Pipeline team to ensure that Middle East market needs are considered</p><br><br></li><li><p>Leads the implementation of world-class new product launches, ensuring strategic alignment and a rigorous application of NPL/Lex processes and metrics to achieve sales and share growth targets;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Develops launch strategies that include market research, regulatory, reimbursement, Supply Chain, pricing, ProfEd/sales training and communication plans as well as KOL feedback and advocacy</p><br><br></li><li><p>Identifies and address customer segments and targets, e.g. Portfolio segmentation strategy development and execution</p><br><br></li><li><p>Builds differentiated and well positioned brands, e.g. re-positioning of portfolio;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Drives the platform growth through use of evidence-based tools tailored to specific specialty needs;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Drives portfolio rationalization and prioritization;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Establish pricing strategies to maximize brand profitability and market share</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Manage the portfolio/platform financial performance to achieve business plan goals</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Directs and coordinates critical processes across Middle East, related to business planning, marketing planning, portfolio management, life cycle management, market research, business performance tracking including P&amp;L monitoring of the platform, product launch execution, and multichannel marketing;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Evaluates new business opportunities</p><br><br></li><li><p>Analyses and improve profitability performance</p><br><br></li><li><p>Sets budget and assess Marketing spend effectiveness</p><br><br></li><li><p>Partners with and proactively influence Geography Leaders and Sales Organizations for effective deployment to execute the marketing plan</p><br><br></li><li><p>Leverages CRM tools and establishes tracking scorecards to monitor and adjust plans in line with results</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Lead platform governance and develop clear value propositions that influence internal and external stakeholder behaviour </strong></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Establishes platform/specialty governance and proactively communicate with and deliver value to diverse stakeholders</p><br><br></li><li><p>Build and “sell” a clear, concise and compelling story</p><br><br></li><li><p>Coordinate integrated communication plans with agencies</p><br><br></li><li><p>Successfully apply digital strategies and other innovative approaches</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Responsible for the development of Wound Care and Biosugery organizational capabilities and leadership</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Builds and develops capabilities of a strong Platform/Marketing team;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Develops a robust pipeline of diverse leaders with skills to succeed in a complex and dynamic marketplace;</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Extended duties:</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Quantifies and ensures the quality, timeliness and cost-effective way in which platform programs are implemented.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Allocates marketing resources behind the strategic imperatives of Wound Closure and Biosurgery Middle East to maximize impact.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Coordinates product launch activities.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Creates and directs communications, research and public relations plans to support the strategic plan.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Develops and ensures adherence to annual budget.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Conducts business activities in compliance with ethics and legal requirements.</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications / Requirements:</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Minimum of 10+ years of leadership experience with continuous &amp; proven track record</p><br><br></li><li><p>Knowledge of the healthcare or medical device environment</p><br><br></li><li><p>Leadership of sizeable, diverse organization with track record of recruiting, developing and retaining talent</p><br><br></li><li><p>Global experience preferred</p><br><br></li><li><p>Market development or value/demand creation through experience with customer and market insights or through experience in marketing or other critical functions (e.g., sales, operations, R&amp;D, finance, business development, etc.)<br> </p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Other requirements: </strong></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Drive for results—set the pace for the team to deliver stretch initiatives</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strategic orientation—develop strategic insight in the business</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong organizational leadership with in depth change management experience and the ability to inspire and mobilize a large organization through periods of continuous change and transformation. Demonstrated high personal resiliency</p><br><br></li><li><p>Demonstrates enterprise mindset, with ability to influence and collaborate in a global, matrixed, shared service environment to achieve business objectives.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Inspirational and Engaging leader—inspire the team to meet customer requirements and fuel business growth</p><br><br></li><li><p>Insightful decisions—must make a timely judgment call based on information and business knowledge</p><br><br></li><li><p>Change agent—drive innovation to improve the business and support organizational transformation</p><br><br></li><li><p>Adaptability—effectively copes with change and ambiguity while showing persistence to meet goals</p><br><br></li><li><p>Develops People—creates diverse pipeline for future leaders and align leadership to business strategy</p><br><br></li><li><p>Team Builder—builds effective teams</p><br><br></li><li><p>Innovator—develop innovative and impactful strategies and tactics to deliver sustained shared growth</p><br><br></li><li><p>Collaborator—ability to partner across the cluster and region and to influence &amp; network indirect teams across the organization to obtain results</p><br><br></li><li><p>Business discipline—bring robust compliance process and team alignment within a rapidly changing business</p><br><br></li><li><p>Interpersonal and business savvy—build relationships and collaborate cross functionally</p><br><br></li><li><p>Business ethics—ensure compliance with governmental regulations and laws</p><br><br></li><li><p>Financial acumen—direct and monitor financial and budget activities to achieve goals</p><br><br></li><li><p>Resilience—ability to work in a changing environment</p><br><br></li><li><p>Credo values and behaviours – in all business activities</p><br><br></li></ul><br> <p><strong>Required Skills: </strong></p><br><br> <p><strong>Preferred Skills:</strong></p><br><br> Brand Marketing, Brand Positioning Strategy, Business Alignment, Customer Centricity, Customer Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision Making, Developing Others, Execution Focus, Financial Analysis, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Market Expansion, Product Development Lifecycle, Product Management, Product Portfolio Management, Product Strategies, Risk Assessments, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Team Management <br> </div>

<p>Sales Supervisor / Sales Team Leader We're Hiring! We are looking for an experienced Sales Supervisor to lead and manage our sales team. Responsibilities: Lead and motivate the sales team. Achieve monthly sales targets. Monitor team performance and provide coaching. Prepare sales reports and KPIs. Develop and implement sales strategies. Requirements: 3+ years of sales experience. </p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Previous experience leading a sales team. Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills. UAE experience is preferred. </p>