About E-Ride Zambia
E-Ride Zambia is pioneering electric mobility solutions across Zambia. We develop, assemble, and market solar batteries and electric motorcycles from our Lusaka hub, working closely with our research and development team in Zurich, Switzerland. As we grow our impact, we're seeking a multifaceted Country Manager (female/male) to lead and expand our Zambian operations.
The Role
As Country Manager, you'll be the driving force behind our Zambian operations—combining strategic leadership, business development, and hands-on execution. This role suits a builder who thrives in startup environments and can balance big-picture vision with day-to-day operational tasks: A self-starter attitude and good self-organization skills are needed.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Compliance
- Oversee regulatory compliance, including licensing, NAPSA, ZRA, and customs clearing
- Manage co-working office coordination and facilities
- Supervise accounting, onsite engineering tasks, and administrative functions
- Lead a project rollout in the Chipata area in collaboration with an external partner.
Business Growth
- Drive business development through partnership cultivation and sales initiatives
- Develop and maintain strong customer relationships and service standards
- Represent E-Ride in negotiations with government officials, corporate executives, and media
- Regular progress reporting for internal and external purposes.
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop our Zambian engineering and production teams
- Coordinate task planning and resource allocation
- Proactively identify and remove blockers to keep the team productive
- Maintain close collaboration with our Swiss management team
What You Bring
Essential
- Proven experience managing small to medium-sized teams
- Demonstrated ability to execute with minimal oversight (high agency/self-starter)
- Strong organizational and planning capabilities
- Sales and business development experience
- Solid understanding of business administration (accounting, licensing, regulatory compliance)
- Excellent communication skills, including presentation delivery
- Exceptional emotional intelligence and team-building abilities
- Commitment to mentoring and developing junior team members
Preferred
- Technical background or aptitude for learning technical concepts
- Valid driver's license
- Own laptop
- Passport for travel
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package (base salary + performance incentives)
- Office location in Woodlands, near Lewanika Mall
- Comprehensive on-the-job training in electric mobility technology
- High-visibility exposure: media engagements, government relations, executive negotiations
- Cutting-edge experience in a rapidly growing clean-tech industry
- International, multicultural work environment
- Meaningful impact: Help build a cleaner, more sustainable future for Zambia
Our Culture
We value drive, curiosity, and resourcefulness. If you're energized by building something meaningful, thrive on problem-solving, and want to be part of Africa's clean energy transition, we'd love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter outlining why you are interested in working with us, as well as your CV, professional references, and a half-paged essay on your understanding of electric mobility in Africa to hr@eride.africa
E-Ride is an equal opportunity employer, meaning it pledges to treat all job applicants and employees fairly and without discrimination based on characteristics like race, religion, gender, age, or disability.
