Lead and expand analytics capabilities at Yassir, overseeing a team to deliver insights for strategic decisions and operational excellence.
Yassir is the leading super App in the Maghreb region set to changing the way daily services are provided. It currently operates in 45 cities across Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia with recent expansions into France, Canada and Sub-Saharan Africa. It is backed (~$200M in funding) by VCs from Silicon Valley, Europe and other parts of the world.
We offer on-demand services such as ride-hailing and last-mile delivery. Building on this infrastructure, we are now introducing financial services to help our users pay, save and borrow digitally.
Helping usher the continent into a digital economy era. We’re not just about serving people - we’re about creating a marketplace to bring people what they need while infusing social values.
About the Role: We are seeking a visionary Head of Analytics to lead and expand our analytics capabilities. This pivotal role will oversee a dynamic team of business intelligence specialists and data analysts who are responsible for delivering actionable insights across Yassir’s ecosystem. You will be a key player in shaping Yassir’s data-driven strategy, enabling business growth, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing customer satisfaction across our ride-hailing, food delivery, and financial services verticals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and implement Yassir’s analytics strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives across diverse markets.
- Build and scale a robust analytics framework to support strategic decision-making across product, operations, marketing, and finance.
- Team Development and Management:
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of data analysts and BI professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Ensure professional development and alignment of team goals with Yassir’s mission and business priorities.
- Establish best practices for data governance, reporting, and visualization.
- Insights and Decision Support:
- Collaborate with leadership and functional teams to translate business challenges into analytics-driven solutions.
- Oversee the creation of dashboards, KPIs, and ad hoc analyses to support product optimization, operational excellence, and customer retention.
- Drive the adoption of self-service analytics tools to democratize data access and empower stakeholders across the organization.
- Operational Excellence:
- Partner with data engineering to ensure the quality, integrity, and scalability of Yassir’s data infrastructure.
- Manage and prioritize analytics initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and measurable impact.
What We're Looking For:
- Experience:
- 8+ years in analytics, business intelligence, or similar roles, with at least 3 years managing teams.
- Experience scaling analytics functions in fast-paced, high-growth environments, ideally within tech or platform businesses.
- Technical Expertise:
- Proficiency in analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Looker, or Power BI).
- Familiarity with data warehousing solutions (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery) and ETL processes.
- Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to convert data into actionable insights.
- Leadership and Collaboration:
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills to align technical teams and business leaders.
- Experience leading multicultural teams across diverse geographies.
- Proven track record of hiring, retaining and growing top talent in various data-related disciplines
- Education:
- Master’s degree in computer science, Statistics, Economics, or related fields; advanced degrees are a plus.
Nice-to-Have:
- Proficiency working in French.
- Experience in ride-hailing, food delivery, or fintech industries.
- Knowledge of advanced analytics techniques, including machine learning or predictive modeling.
- Experience working in the geographies where Yassir operates.
Why Join Yassir?
- At Yassir, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team working to revolutionize the way people live and work in the MENA region and beyond. Join us to shape the future of on-demand services and fintech while enjoying:
- A competitive compensation package and equity.
- Professional growth opportunities in a fast-growing, Series B-funded startup.
- The chance to build a world-class technology company in North Africa.
At Yassir, we believe in the power of diversity and the importance of an inclusive culture. So, if you're ready to bring your unique perspective and experiences to the table, then we're excited to listen.
Don't just apply for a job, come and be a part of our journey. Let's create a better tomorrow together.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Best of luck,
Your Yassir TA Team
Top Skills
BigQuery
Looker
Power BI
Snowflake
SQL
Tableau
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