Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Job Description

We’re looking for a hands-on, entrepreneurial Business Lead to run and grow Madeira Friends Enterprise, with a clear path to General Manager as we scale.Madeira Friends Enterprise consists of several business units: Madeira Friends Hub, Madeira Remote, Madeira Assist, Madeira Production, and our e-commerce shop. As Business Lead, you will ensure seamless operations and lead the pursuit of growth and revenue opportunities.Profits from MFE are reinvested to support the Madeira Friends Association and its mission to connect internationals and locals in building Madeira’s future.What you’ll do:Oversee daily operations across business unitsDevelop new business ideas and partnership channelsHandle vendor coordination, project implementation, and service deliverySet KPIs and report results to the managementOwn and scale your domain, from concept to executionWhat we’re looking for:2–3 years in operations, hospitality, service, or related rolesProven track record of executing plans and tackling problemsFluency in Portuguese & EnglishEntrepreneurial drive with ambition to grow into a GM roleDo not apply if you...Prefer your job to be mainly meetings and emailsAvoid hands-on work or dislike learning new tasksDon’t want real accountability over resultsWhy join us:Build a for-profit engine that supports the mission of the Madeira Friends AssociationWork closely with international leadership and receive personal mentorshipClear growth path: Business Lead → General ManagerPlay a central role in shaping Madeira’s social and economic futureE-mail: luis@madeirafriends.org

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