Emirates rejigs job roles in key markets

Dubai’s flagship carrier Emirates has announced new movements in its commercial teams across Europe, Africa, and East Asia in line with the airline’s growth trajectory. The new rotations will position UAE national talent in some of Emirates’ key markets, to help the airline achieve its short, medium and long-term goals, the airline said in a statement yesterday.

Adnan Kazim, deputy president, and chief commercial officer at Emirates said, “Through the new rotation, six prospective leaders will be well-positioned to capitalise on opportunities and overcome industry challenges in their respective markets.

Outstation programme

The new rotations will position UAE national talent in some of Emirates’ key markets in Europe, Africa, and East Asia, extending opportunities to six prospective leaders.

“Through its commercial outstation programme, Emirates strategically cultivates opportunities for UAE nationals to expand their skill sets and expertise across a range of roles,” the airline said.

Emirates’ commercial team members assuming new roles, effective immediately, include:

Mohammad Alqassim, previously country manager for Cyprus, is now country manager for Cambodia

Ahmad Tamim, formerly country manager for Ivory Coast, is now country manager for Cyprus.

Adnan Almarzooqi, who was commercial support manager for South Africa, is now country manager for Ivory Coast.

Mohammad Taher, previously commercial support manager for Egypt, is now the manager for Uganda.

Sultan Alriyami, previously manager for Taiwan, has become area manager for Hong Kong.

Nasser Bahlooq, previously area manager Hong Kong, is now manager for Taiwan.