Director – SME Growth & Execution

Assistant Talent Acquisition Manager @ Combuzz HR Solutions

Overview

Role Purpose :

The Director of SME Growth & Execution is responsible for translating Dubai SME’s strategic mandate into end-to-end execution. This role provides leadership across multiple verticals—including startup incubation, ecosystem partnerships, capital mobilization, and organizational performance—ensuring measurable impact on entrepreneurship, SME growth, and national economic outcomes. Acting as both a strategic operator and ecosystem enabler, the Director drives delivery excellence, ensures KPI alignment with Dubai’s D33 and North Star priorities, and fosters a culture of innovation, accountability, and founder-centric support.

Experience

• 10–15 years in venture capital, accelerators, venture studios, or government SME programs.
• Mandatory : Prior experience in the UAE or GCC within the SME, entrepreneurship, or venture ecosystem domain.
• Proven track record in managing P&L, funds, or incubator programs with AED 10–15M+ budgets.
• Closed or advised on at least 5 early-stage investment rounds.
• Experience in emerging market ecosystems is an added advantage.

Education & Qualifications

Salary

AED 45,000 - 60,000 pm

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