Chief Operating Officer (COO)

About TransKarachi and the Project

TransKarachi, officially known as the Project Implementation Agency of the Karachi Red Line BRT, is at the forefront of a game-changing urban transport project for the city of Karachi. This ambitious initiative aims to revolutionize public transportation, providing a sustainable, efficient, and modern transit system for millions of commuters. As an equal opportunity employer, TransKarachi is committed to workforce diversity, encouraging applications from female candidates, individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and differently-abled persons, ensuring that all eligible and shortlisted candidates are treated equally.

Role and Responsibilities of the COO

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will serve as the principal deputy to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and play a pivotal role in managing the daily operations of TransKarachi. This includes being instrumental in ensuring the effective implementation of the company’s strategic initiatives, notably the Karachi Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Red Line project. The COO will oversee and manage tasks and assignments delegated by the CEO, which may include operational units, planning & infrastructure unit, corporate service, and stakeholder engagement. This position requires exceptional leadership skills to align multiple teams and stakeholders towards achieving organizational objectives within defined timelines and budgets. The COO will also directly supervise approximately 04 senior management staff members, establish performance benchmarks, monitor work plans, and lead periodic evaluations to ensure alignment with the company’s mission and goals.

Qualifications and Experience

The candidate must possess a minimum Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Project Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field from a HEC accredited university. A degree from internationally recognized institutions will be considered an advantage, as will a Master’s level degree. Certification or training in project management frameworks such as PMP, FIDIC, or similar is highly desirable. In terms of experience, the candidate shall possess a minimum of 15 years of professional experience, including at least 7 years in senior management positions. A proven track record in managing large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in urban transport systems, is essential. Experience in previously working with international financing institutions or development agencies will be considered advantageous. Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a high-pressure environment is critical. Experience in public-private partnership and stakeholder management is also advantageous.

Application Process

Interested candidates are required to send their resume via email to [email protected]. It is mandatory to mention the Job Title as the subject of the email. Applications are required to reach TransKarachi via email within 15 days of the date of this advertisement’s publication. This position is based in Karachi. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please note that no TA/DA will be admissible for interviews. Hiring will be done through a rigorous selection process strictly based on merit, ensuring fairness and transparency.

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