Aseel: Aseel means Authentic, Original in Pashto, Dari, and several other languages. In 2018, Aseel started as a tech-driven solutions provider headquartered in Washington, DC. Aseel’s journey began with a commitment to uplift artisans and underserved communities in Afghanistan and Turkey. We foresee onboarding all 46 underdeveloped countries to the digital economy, paving the way to connect three billion people being excluded from active participation in the digital economy. Aseel remains steadfast in delivering sustainable and innovative ideas that serve a broader audience, yielding a more substantial impact.

Aseel has two main elements, Aseel Buy Good is an artisan marketplace that creates massive job opportunities for underdeveloped countries while Aseel Do Good is a humanitarian platform that supports people with their urgent needs.

About The Role
 

The Aseel Country Manager (CM) holds responsibility for overseeing all Aseel platform operations within Afghanistan, including product management, system development, operations, programs, and strategy. Collaborating closely with the CEO and the leadership team across the US (HQ), Turkey, the UK, and other countries, your role within Aseel encompasses three key areas:

Leadership & Coordination

• Oversee all Aseel operations in Afghanistan, including product management, strategy, and team leadership.
• Lead the development of SOPs, HR policies, and financial management frameworks.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Aseel HQ (US, Turkey, UK) and the Afghanistan team, ensuring smooth communication and progress on projects.
• Drive Aseel’s vision to transform Afghanistan operations into a globally competitive, professional entity.
• Ensure successful delivery of Aseel’s projects ("Buy Good, Do Good") and contribute to achieving sustainability and strategic goals.
• Manage monitoring & evaluation of ongoing projects and provide solutions to improve operations.
• Foster a high-performance culture, mentoring and guiding young professionals and staff.
• Develop and implement strategies for business growth and expansion opportunities in Afghanistan.

Operational Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations across supply chain, logistics, production, and customer service to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Ensure alignment with Aseel’s mission, vision, and KPIs while leading the Afghanistan-based team.
• Review financial and operational reports, propose improvements, and drive accountability across the organization.
• Lead the development of brand strategy, social media presence, and business development initiatives.

Technical Leadership

• Collaborate with the System Development team on platform improvements, market-fit, and technical issues.
• Work with the strategy department on SRS (Software Requirements Specifications) and app features.
• Assist with business forecasting, sales execution, and fundraising efforts.
• Drive expansion activities, including investments, acquisitions, and corporate alliances.

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with a clear and warm communication style.
• Significant work experience of at least three to five years with global start-ups and tech-based companies.
• Experience supervising and managing a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural setting.
• Must have an MBA or equivalent practical experience.
• Should be analytical and possess problem-solving skills along with effective business acumen.
• Disruptive, willing to take risks, try new things, and challenge the status quo.
• Extremely consistent and reliable to the team and the business units.
• Flexible, resourceful, and thrive in a fast-paced, changing, and growing environment.
• Strong execution mindset - we're moving fast, and there's a lot to do every day. You don't mind getting scrappy.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to unleash their creative potential and achieve their best work.

Nice To Haves (Additional Requirements):

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with a clear and warm communication style.
• Significant work experience of at least three to five years with global start-ups and tech-based companies.
• Experience supervising and managing a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural setting.
• Must have an MBA or equivalent practical experience.
• Should be analytical and possess problem-solving skills along with effective business acumen.
• Disruptive, willing to take risks, try new things, and challenge the status quo.
• Extremely consistent and reliable to the team and the business units.
• Flexible, resourceful, and thrive in a fast-paced, changing, and growing environment.
• Strong execution mindset - we're moving fast, and there's a lot to do every day. You don't mind getting scrappy.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to unleash their creative potential and achieve their best work.

Nice To Haves (Additional Requirements):

• Ability to think critically and strategically, identifying opportunities for growth and development within the country market while aligning with broader organizational objectives.
• Innovation and creativity in developing new products, services, or business models to meet evolving customer needs and stay ahead of the competition.
• Experience working in international settings or a global organization, with a deep understanding of global trends, dynamics, and best practices in business management.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Aseel hires talented people from all walks of life; if you believe you are a good fit, please apply for this job. If there are aspects of the job posting that you do not believe you qualify for, we would still encourage you to apply.
 

Aseel is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Aseel considers qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Aseel is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let us know.

Please send your resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples to (jobs@aseelapp.com). In your cover letter, explain why you’re interested in working with Aseel and how your background fits the specific requirements of this role.
Applications will be accepted until [17- Dec-2024], and we encourage early applications as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.