General Manager Business Development

Job DescriptionPurpose of Role:Lead and expand government-facing business development in Egypt, targeting outsourced technology and citizen-services contracts — particularly visa processing, passport/ID issuance, consular and attestation services — by building and sustaining relationships within Egyptian government bodies, most critically the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and Ministry of Interior.Key Responsibilities:Identify, pursue, and close new government partnership and outsourcing opportunities across Egyptian ministries and agenciesOwn the full deal lifecycle: opportunity mapping, RFP/tender response, commercial negotiation, and contract closureBuild and maintain senior-level relationships with MOFA, Ministry of Interior, and adjacent regulatory/security bodiesPosition the company's technology and digital services capability (e.g., document processing platforms, biometric capture, e-visa/e-passport systems, data security compliance) as a credible government partnerNavigate Egypt's public procurement, security clearance, and data sovereignty requirementsCollaborate with legal, compliance, and technical delivery teams to structure bankable, compliant proposalsRepresent the company at government forums, embassy events, and industry conferences in Egypt RequirementsExperience:12–15+ years in business development / commercial leadership, with at least 5 years at GM or senior director levelProven track record originating and closing large-scale contracts with the Egyptian government — specifically MOFA and/or Ministry of InteriorBackground in technology, IT services, or digital government/e-governance solutions (software, systems integration, digital identity, biometrics, or BPO/outsourcing for public sector)Experience navigating Egyptian public tender processes, security vetting, and government procurement cyclesRelationships & Network:Active, current relationships with decision-makers inside MOFA and/or Ministry of Interior (not lapsed or historic contacts)Familiarity with Egypt's broader public sector digital transformation agenda and key stakeholders (e.g., Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, ministries running national ID/e-services programs)Skills:Government relations and public-sector deal structuringConsultative/enterprise sales for technology or managed-services contractsFluent Arabic and English (essential — contract and relationship work will be in both)Strong grasp of data protection, cybersecurity, and sovereignty requirements relevant to government IT contractsProfile Fit:Egyptian national or long-term Cairo-based executive with established local standing preferredComfortable operating in a matrixed regional structure, reporting into a Middle East & Africa BD leadership functionHigh integrity and discretion given the sensitivity of government/security-adjacent engagements

Job Description

Purpose of Role:
Lead and expand government-facing business development in Egypt, targeting outsourced technology and citizen-services contracts — particularly visa processing, passport/ID issuance, consular and attestation services — by building and sustaining relationships within Egyptian government bodies, most critically the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and Ministry of Interior.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, pursue, and close new government partnership and outsourcing opportunities across Egyptian ministries and agencies
• Own the full deal lifecycle: opportunity mapping, RFP/tender response, commercial negotiation, and contract closure
• Build and maintain senior-level relationships with MOFA, Ministry of Interior, and adjacent regulatory/security bodies
• Position the company's technology and digital services capability (e.g., document processing platforms, biometric capture, e-visa/e-passport systems, data security compliance) as a credible government partner
• Navigate Egypt's public procurement, security clearance, and data sovereignty requirements
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and technical delivery teams to structure bankable, compliant proposals
• Represent the company at government forums, embassy events, and industry conferences in Egypt

Requirements

Experience:

• 12–15+ years in business development / commercial leadership, with at least 5 years at GM or senior director level
• Proven track record originating and closing large-scale contracts with the Egyptian government — specifically MOFA and/or Ministry of Interior
• Background in technology, IT services, or digital government/e-governance solutions (software, systems integration, digital identity, biometrics, or BPO/outsourcing for public sector)
• Experience navigating Egyptian public tender processes, security vetting, and government procurement cycles

Relationships & Network:

• Active, current relationships with decision-makers inside MOFA and/or Ministry of Interior (not lapsed or historic contacts)
• Familiarity with Egypt's broader public sector digital transformation agenda and key stakeholders (e.g., Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, ministries running national ID/e-services programs)

Skills:

• Government relations and public-sector deal structuring
• Consultative/enterprise sales for technology or managed-services contracts
• Fluent Arabic and English (essential — contract and relationship work will be in both)
• Strong grasp of data protection, cybersecurity, and sovereignty requirements relevant to government IT contracts

Profile Fit:

• Egyptian national or long-term Cairo-based executive with established local standing preferred
• Comfortable operating in a matrixed regional structure, reporting into a Middle East & Africa BD leadership function
• High integrity and discretion given the sensitivity of government/security-adjacent engagements

SSC HR Solutions is specialized in BPO services with a primary focus on a recruitment and outsourcing services that supports businesses in their recruitment needs. Serving over 80 companies worldwide prominently featured on the Fortune 500. With more than 5,000 successful hires, including 1,000 outsourced employees; SSC proactively seeks, nurtures, and cultivates talent within the corporate realm.Our outsourcing services include but are not limited to: (i) Payroll, (ii) Social Insurance, (iii) Labor Law Consultation, (iv) Medical Insurance, (v) Recruitment Services and (vi) Fully Equipped Integrated Office Spaces.Contact us if you are pursuing prospective talent for your business or are looking to expand your job search.SSC Egypt looks forward to connecting you with your future. If you are interested or have any inquiries, please feel free to reach out to us. - Email Contact: Career@ssc-hr.com- Website: https://ssc-hr.com/

SSC HR Solutions is specialized in BPO services with a primary focus on a recruitment and outsourcing services that supports businesses in their recruitment needs.

Serving over 80 companies worldwide prominently featured on the Fortune 500. With more than 5,000 successful hires, including 1,000 outsourced employees; SSC proactively seeks, nurtures, and cultivates talent within the corporate realm.

Our outsourcing services include but are not limited to: (i) Payroll, (ii) Social Insurance, (iii) Labor Law Consultation, (iv) Medical Insurance, (v) Recruitment Services and (vi) Fully Equipped Integrated Office Spaces.

Contact us if you are pursuing prospective talent for your business or are looking to expand your job search.

SSC Egypt looks forward to connecting you with your future. If you are interested or have any inquiries, please feel free to reach out to us.

- Email Contact: Career@ssc-hr.com

- Website: https://ssc-hr.com/