Company Description Raban Al Safina for Energy Projects (RASEP) is an independent power producer and managed energy services company operating in Iraq and the wider Middle East. The company delivers clean, reliable energy to homes and businesses, while also providing specialized solutions and services to energy-sector clients. As part of the Raban Al Safina Group and incorporated in 2015, RASEP has rapidly grown into an industry leader. The organization offers deep expertise in IPP projects, oil and gas, and energy project services across Iraq, the Middle East, and international markets.
Role Description The General Manager is a full-time, hybrid role based in Basra, with some flexibility for work from home. This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring that energy projects and services are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. The General Manager will lead cross-functional teams, manage key client relationships, and coordinate with stakeholders across the Raban Al Safina Group. Responsibilities include setting strategic priorities, monitoring financial performance, optimizing operational processes, and ensuring compliance with local regulations and industry standards. The role also involves driving business development initiatives, supporting tenders and proposals, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.
Qualifications
- Proven leadership and people management skills, including team development, performance management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong operational and project management capabilities, ideally within the energy, IPP, or oil and gas sectors.
- Solid financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L oversight for complex projects or business units.
- Experience in business development, client relationship management, and contract negotiation in a B2B or industrial environment.
- Knowledge of regional energy markets, regulatory frameworks, and health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in multicultural and cross-functional settings.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; a master’s degree (e.g., MBA) is an advantage.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a hybrid arrangement, balancing on-site leadership in Basra with remote coordination when appropriate.
- Proficiency in English; knowledge of Arabic and familiarity with Iraqi business practices are highly beneficial.