Deputy Manager

Function: CEO Office

Experience: 8–12+ Years (EA / PMO / Strategy Execution)

Location: Matar Facility

Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer

Domain: BESS / Renewable Energy / Power / Infrastructure / Technology

Role Overview

The Strategic EA & Project Management to CEO will act as an extension of the CEO, supporting strategic planning, cross‑functional execution, and high‑impact projects, particularly in the BESS and renewable energy domain. This role goes beyond traditional EA responsibilities and requires strong business acumen, project governance expertise, and exceptional stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Support to CEO

Act as a trusted partner to the CEO in managing business priorities, strategic initiatives, and decision support.

Prepare board decks, strategic presentations, investor notes, and management reports.

Track and follow up on CEO‑level action items, ensuring closure across functions.

Conduct market, competitor, and sector-level research in BESS, energy storage, and renewable ecosystems.

Project & Program Management (CEO Office PMO)

Own And Manage CEO-sponsored Strategic Projects, Including

BESS expansion programs

New market entry initiatives

Strategic partnerships and JVs

Large EPC / infrastructure programs

Define project plans, milestones, success metrics, and governance frameworks.

Drive cross-functional alignment between Engineering, Projects, Finance, Legal, HR, and Commercial teams.

Identify risks, resolve bottlenecks, and escalate proactively to the CEO.

Stakeholder & Governance Management

Serve as the single point of coordination between the CEO and:

Board of Directors

Investors / external partners

CXOs and functional heads

Manage board meeting logistics, agenda planning, minutes, and follow-ups.

Ensure confidential handling of strategic and sensitive information at all times.

Business & Performance Analytics

Monitor organizational KPIs & OKRs, project dashboards, and business performance metrics.

Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly CEO review packs.

Support CEO in performance reviews and strategic assessments.

Executive & Administrative Excellence

Manage high-impact calendar planning, prioritization, and travel planning.

Filter information and ensure CEO engagement only on high-value, decision-centric matters.

Support crisis management and time-sensitive decision-making.

Professional Experience

Required Skills & Competencies

8–12+ years of experience as:

Strategic EA to CXO/CEO

PMO / Chief of Staff / Strategy Execution roles

Proven experience handling CEO office operations and cross-functional strategic initiatives.

Direct exposure to BESS, renewable energy, power, EPC, or infrastructure sectors (strongly preferred).

Core Skill Sets

Strong project management and execution discipline.

High business and financial acumen.

Excellent ability to understand technical & commercial discussions in BESS and energy storage.

Exceptional Communication, Presentation, And Documentation Skills.

Strong discretion, confidentiality, and judgment.

Personal Attributes

Strategic thinker with hands‑on execution mindset.

High ownership, accountability, and resilience.

Ability to work under ambiguity and pressure.