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Go-To-Market Lead, Sub-Saharan Africa, MENAT and South Asia, Google for Education

Google
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Istanbul, 03

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Google for Education is seeking a Go-To-Market Lead for Sub-Saharan Africa, MENAT and South Asia, onsite in Istanbul. You will architect and execute a regional GTM strategy to accelerate adoption of Gemini, Workspace and Chrome within government and higher education, while tracking AI adoption metrics and building a strong team. The role requires eight years in a commercial role in edtech or public sector sales in emerging markets, plus five years of people leadership. Preferred qualifications include experience with executive government officials and academics, established AMESA networks, and a proven record in AI adoption and large-scale negotiations. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight government and education partnerships, measurable impact, and clear digital transformation outcomes.


Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in a commercial role in education technology, public sector sales, or a related field in emerging markets.
  • 5 years of experience in people management, including coaching teams.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience engaging with executive government officials and academic leaders.
  • Experience with established networks within AMESA (Africa, Middle East, and South Asia) markets.
  • Excellent thinking and communication skills.
  • Track record in architecting AI adoption strategies and commercial negotiations at scale.

About the job

As the Emerging Markets Go To Market Lead for Google for Education, you will support our regional strategy to empower educators and students with technology. You will drive the adoption of transformative tools like Gemini and Chrome across government structures, building high-performing teams and advocating the educational landscapes. This role requires a visionary leader capable of navigating integration of Artificial Intelligence in education.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and execute Go-To-Market strategy for the emerging markets region. Balance the pursuit of sustainable growth with the achievement of objectives and results. Work with Artificial Intelligence adoption metrics across key educational institutions.
  • Drive regional business growth by identifying and capturing new commercial opportunities across the education sector. Lead negotiations with academic institutions, government bodies and key ecosystem partners.
  • Coach, mentor and develop a team of education technology professionals. Foster a collaborative culture with innovation, continuous learning and customer empathy.
  • Build and maintain executive relationships with government officials, ministers of education and university leadership. Work closely with these stakeholders to create digital transformation roadmaps tailored to regional educational and AI priorities.
  • Cultivate an ecosystem of partners (including resellers, technology providers and educational consultants). Leverage these partnerships to accelerate the adoption of Gemini, Workspace and Chrome.