Majid Hamid Jafar is an internationally recognised business leader, energy executive, and philanthropist, known for his long-standing contribution to the development of natural gas markets across the Middle East and North Africa.
Based in the United Arab Emirates, he serves as Chief Executive Officer of Crescent Petroleum, one of the region’s oldest privately held oil and gas companies, and holds senior leadership roles across private enterprise, public markets, and global advisory institutions.
As CEO of Crescent Petroleum, Majid Jafar oversees strategic direction, governance, and long-term investment across complex operating environments. The company’s focus on upstream natural gas development has played a meaningful role in supporting regional electricity generation and economic stability, particularly in Iraq. Under his leadership, Crescent Petroleum has reinforced its commitment to operational integrity, sustainability, and responsible energy production.
Alongside his executive responsibilities, Majid Jafar serves as Vice-Chairman of the Crescent Group serving ports, logistics, food and beverages, healthcare, life sciences and business aviation, private equity and venture capital sectors, and as Managing Director and board member of Dana Gas, a publicly listed natural gas company operating across the Middle East and North Africa. These roles reflect a career spanning both private and public corporate leadership, with a consistent emphasis on long-term value creation and governance.
Beyond business, Majid Jafar is actively engaged in international policy dialogue. He holds advisory and governance roles with organisations including the World Economic Forum, the International Energy Agency, Chatham House, and the Atlantic Council. Through these platforms, he contributes to discussions on energy security, sustainability, and economic reform, with a particular focus on emerging markets.
Philanthropy is a defining component of his public life. He is the co-founder of the Loulou Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing scientific research into CDKL5 deficiency disorder, a rare neurological condition. His philanthropic work reflects a commitment to measurable impact, institutional collaboration, and long-term progress.
Majid Jafar’s work is characterised by strategic leadership, international engagement, and a belief that economic development, sustainability, and social responsibility are interconnected.