Head of Support
Location | Kampala, Uganda |
Date Posted | December 24, 2024 |
Category |
Management
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Job Type |
Full-time
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Currency | UGX |
Description
About the job
The Head of Support is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive support strategy that delivers exceptional user experiences and scales with our rapidly evolving ecosystem. This role involves managing a global support team, optimizing processes through automation and AI, handling complex customer escalations, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and consistently refining user resources.
The ideal candidate has a solid background in DeFi, proven leadership in scaling support operations, strong technical aptitude, and the ability to foster positive, outcome-driven team dynamics.
Key responsibilities:
- Recruit, mentor, and retain a high-performing global support team
- Conduct regular 360-degree performance reviews and provide actionable feedback
- Lead weekly support team syncs, ensuring alignment on goals, responsibilities, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and results-oriented culture
- Establish, refine, and document standard operating procedures, workflows, and escalation paths
- Drive the implementation of AI-driven support solutions (e.g., chatbots, automated triaging, intelligent ticket routing) and evaluate their performance
- Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency through automation, data-driven insights, and streamlined ticketing systems (e.g., Intercom)
- Oversee high-stakes user issues, including refunds, payment disputes, and sensitive cases that require thorough investigation and KYC verification
- Ensure timely and fair resolutions, while maintaining rigorous compliance standards
- Monitor Intercom ticket flows, AI bot performance, and user feedback to proactively mitigate recurring issues
- Partner closely with Product/Engineering teams, attending standups and syncs to stay informed on development progress and relay user feedback
- Coordinate with Marketing and Knowledge Management teams to craft accurate, user-friendly support content (e.g., Help Center articles, FAQs, and educational materials)
- Align support initiatives with company-wide goals, reporting insights in C-level syncs, HR discussions, and product roadmap meetings
- Develop and implement a long-term support strategy that aligns with the company’s vision and growth objective
- Review and analyze monthly/quarterly support reports, identifying trends and recommending improvements to optimize user experience
- Track and report on KPIs and SLAs, ensuring the support function consistently meets or exceeds performance targets
- Stay informed of industry best practices, emerging AI tools, and evolving user needs to continuously refine the support ecosystem
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in the DeFi, blockchain, or fintech industry is highly desirable
- 3+ years managing and scaling customer support or customer success teams across multiple geographies
- Strong understanding of decentralized technologies, crypto wallets, and DEX functionalities
- Hands-on experience implementing and working with AI-powered support solutions and analytics tools
- Proficiency in English and Russian
- Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly resources
- Demonstrated experience with Intercom and similar platforms, integrating and leveraging AI-driven solutions
- Proven track record of establishing workflows, improving efficiency through process automation, and driving data-informed decision-making
Terms:
- Remote work, flexible hours (our team is distributed around the world)
- Young creative team, vibrant environment, and adequate leadership
- Suggestions welcome: propose an idea and execute it
- Competitive remuneration based on a candidate's skills and experience
- Work for a leader in its segment
- Unlimited vacation days per year
- Compensation for work equipment
- Annual team building event at an international resort
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