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Charging Network Product Manager at Basigo

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Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Company: BasiGo
Application Link:Apply here

About BasiGo:
BasiGo is an innovative e-mobility start-up headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with operations in Rwanda, driving the transformation of Africa’s public transportation by providing electric buses as a cost-effective, sustainable alternative to diesel. The company operates with a Pay-As-You-Drive model to make electric bus ownership accessible for private sector operators across Africa.

Role Overview:
The Charging Network Product Manager will be responsible for researching, developing, and deploying the future of EV charging solutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. This role involves managing the charging user experience, partnerships, product specifications, and operationalizing digital tools to meet BasiGo’s business objectives. The ideal candidate is an entrepreneurial thinker who can navigate strategy and implementation across the EV and energy storage sectors while considering the dynamics of African transport and energy markets.

Responsibilities:

  1. Product Development:

    • Design and manage a seamless charging experience for all users, including hardware and user interface specifications, payment and data management, and sales and support processes.

    • Develop a deep understanding of trends in EV charging, energy generation, and management.

    • Research customer needs and preferences to develop an industry-leading EV charging service.

  2. Market Strategy:

    • Conduct market and industry research to develop a data-driven pricing and network expansion strategy.

    • Identify new revenue generation opportunities via the charging network and fleet operation.

    • Negotiate, manage, and expand partnerships in the EV charging value chain.

    • Monitor the performance of the charging network, both economically and technically.

  3. Competitive Landscape & Internal Strategy:

    • Understand the competitive landscape of diesel vs. electric-powered competition.

    • Facilitate internal buy-in and decision-making around charging strategies.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications & Experience:

  1. Education & Experience:

    • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.

    • 4+ years of experience in Product Management, particularly in the EV or energy sectors.

    • Experience in techno-economic modeling in the energy or transport sectors.

    • Expertise in managing business relationships with technology suppliers and partners.

    • Knowledge of financial modeling and end-user financing structures.

    • Understanding of energy and transport markets, and regulatory frameworks.

  2. Skills & Attitude:

    • Strong communication and business development skills.

    • Ability to collaborate with engineering, marketing, operations, and finance teams.

    • Comfort with ambiguity in new product development.

    • Analytical and data-driven approach to product development.

    • Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building new products and business opportunities.

Why Join Us?
Be part of the electric mobility revolution in Africa and contribute to transforming public transportation.

How to Apply:
If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply via the provided application link.

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BasiGo

Nairobi

Headquartered in Nairobi, BasiGo is starting a sustainable mobility revolution in African cities. We bring together experts in electric vehicles, public transport, the power sector, asset finance, software, and data science. What binds us together is our belief that Africa can be a global leader in the transition to inclusive, sustainable public transport, and our commitment to making that a reality.

BasiGo's commitment to ESG principles is integral to our mission of transforming Africa’s urban transport. For the Environment, we are committed to creating clean transport solutions that can scale to meet the urgency of our climate and environmental crisis. Socially, we are committed to making clean transport accessible and affordable to all while building inclusive employment opportunities across our ecosystem. Our governance is rooted in transparency, ethical practice, and accountability to ensure we uphold our values. ESG shapes how we grow our business, work with partners , and preserve this precious planet which we all share.