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Friday, May 30, 2014

Adjunct Faculty Openings - GUST / Gulf University for Science / Technology - Kuwait

Gulf University for Science & Technology has openings for potential Adjunct Faculty teaching positions for the 2014/2015 Academic Year.

The specific areas of interest are:

o College of Arts & Science:
- Computer Science
- English (Literature, Education, Linguistics)
- Mass Communications (Radio & TV Production, PR, Visual communication)

o College of Business Administration:
- Accounting & MIS.
- Economics & Finance
- Business Administration (Management, Marketing, Human Resources,
Business Law)
Skills

All Applicants:
1- Preferably a PhD degree holder from an accredited university where English is the language of the applicants OR a Master degree with 5 years of professional experience.
2- Residents of Kuwait.

• The openings will remain open until the positions are filled.
• The Interested applicants are requested to send a cover letter, complete
CV to this email (recruitment at gust.edu.kw) OR to register with the GUST HR portal
at http://careers.gust.edu.kw and submit the CV through the system.

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PR Director - GUST / Gulf University for Science / Technology - Kuwait

1. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, and disability of college students, faculty and staff.
2. Bachelor’s degree in public relations or other related field.
3. Nine (9) years professional public relations and media.
4. Experience supervising photography, web design, social media and publications.
5. Professional writing and editing experience and extensive work with writers, photographers, graphic designers and printers.
6. Ability plan for and react to crisis issues.
7. Management of projects from start to finish.
8. Oral and written communication skills in Arabic and English.

• Develop an effective internal and external communications plan that develops and leverages the GUST brand.
• Develop, integrate, and implement PR activities designed to enhance GUST’s brand.
• Ensure that campus events are consistent with the GUST ’17 Strategic Plan and GUST’s brand.
• Event analysis and services for all major university events and ceremonies to include dignitaries and diplomatic protocol.
• Create and launch new media (social) and marketing.
• Evaluate an integrated strategic communications plan to broaden awareness of GUST’s programs and priorities and advance the GUST’s brand identity.
• Refine GUST’s core messages to ensure brand consistency.
• Resolve public affairs issues.
• Serve as the manager for media relations, the news service; Board of Trustees, Presidential and Executive Council communications.
• Serve as executive editor for the development, production and maintenance of the University’s internal and external communication vehicles, including the main website, marketing materials, publications, newsletters, invitations, flyers, advertisements, and annual reports.
• Responsible for updating and enforcing the GUST graphics and style guide.

APPLICATION:
1. Only applications and materials submitted online will receive consideration.
2. Completion of the online application form.
3. Attach a cover letter addressing the preferred qualifications for the position.
4. Attach a current resume of all work experience, formal education and training and any other information pertinent to the position.
If any required application materials are omitted, the committee will not review your application materials.

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Senior Officer Arabic Copywriter - Oman Air - Muscat

-Higher Diploma, Foundation degree or degree in copywriting, advertising, design or related subjects.
–Excellent command of Arabic and English, spoken as well as written
–Strong communication skills in both languages
–Additional European language an advantage
–Be able to generate original copy ideas
–Be able to develop advertising concepts
–Good interpersonal and organisational skills
–Be highly creative and imaginative

1. To write, draft, edit and translate all WY related publications and communications material,  which includes but not limited to the following;

2. WWW.WY.COM
3. Social Media Sites (and monitor)
4. Advertisements
5. Posters
6. Presentations
7. Jingles
8. TV & Radio Scripts
9. SMS
10. Press Releases
11. Speeches

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Senior Controller - Technical Publication - Oman Air - Muscat

Graduate in any discipline
– Excellent Book keeping, planning and organizing skills
– High proficiency levels both in English
– Attention to detail

-Communicate with Aircraft/ Engine manufacturers and Vendors to make sure that Technical publications are up to date.
-Ensure that all technical publications held within the Technical Library and other sections including Oman Air outstations are up to date.

-To maintain records listing all publications held or distributed by the Technical Library including amendments/ revision status.

-Ensure that all technical publications are in good order.

-Ensure that records and control of publications issued on loan are maintained.

-To inform Controller Technical Publications of any publication errors or losses.

-To make sure that Third party technical documents are managed and maintained properly.

-Ensure that Technical Publications are available for work undertaken and are maintained to the latest issue of revision.

-Ensure that SBs/SILs issued by Manufacturers/Vendors are available on time and distributed to the concerned.

-Undertake other duties as requested by GMDE ensuring timeliness and utmost effective in completing the assigned tasks

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Officer - Event - Exihibitions Marketing - Oman Air - Muscat

-University Degree.
-Knowledge of airline business and changing global marketing and communication trends
-Good communications skills (written/spoken)
-Good financial Skills

1. Carry out post evaluation of promotional events and provide an evaluation report for each promotional activity and present recommendations for improvement. This includes detailed explanation of event spends.

2. Identify major promotional events and exhibitions in the market plan of relevant countries and participate in organizing events in order to ensure consistence in brand image and coordinate with Corporate Communications & Media Department (CC&M) in order to obtain pre/post publicity for the event.

 3. Provide feedback to the Manager Marketing Communications on suggested promotional items, sourcing including giveaways, banners, display material, direct mailers etc and coordinating the timely dispatch of such items.

 4. Co-ordinate  all purchase requests for giveaway items and printing requests for all collateral/promotional material which includes checking off samples, obtaining approval from the management and liaising with the Supply Chain Management Department (SCM) in order to maintain the high standards and quality of WY items.

 5. Maintain close relationship & contacts with local/ overseas event management firms, Ministry of Tourism, ROP, Hoteliers, Multinational Organizers, etc in order to assist in promoting Oman and WY.

 6 .Co-ordinate as requested, on any promotional activities with Sinbad Frequent Flyer Program, Sales Department and the Cargo Department in order to create additional selling opportunities.

 7. Liaise with internal customers on their requirements and take appropriate actions such as briefing the event coordinators, stand builders and agencies, follow up in order to ensure that the deliverables are met on time and within the budgets allocated

 8. Coordinate with internal departments for accessing relevant marketing information

 9. Prepare the necessary documents for internal approvals for all assignments initiated and maintain records and samples of all such activities

 10. Check and verify invoices of all materials and services

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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Nursing Quality Coordinator - King Fahad Specialist Hospital - Dammam - Saudi Arabia

Proficient in written, spoken and English comprehension.
Good computer skills
Must be willing to seek certification in Quality from a recognized provider.
Must be able to form good working relationship with Hospital Staff
Must be self directed and utilizes time appropriately
Must be able to take the initiative and work without supervision

Skills
Qualification:

Bachelors Degree or equivalent
Arabic speaking preferred

Experience:
Minimum of 6 - 8 years nursing experience in an in-patient hospital setting.

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Dosimetrist - King Fahad Specialist Hospital - Dammam - Saudi Arabia

Responsible to generate radiation dose distributions and calculations for palliative, 3D-CRT plans under the direction of the Senior Dosimetrist of a Medical Physics Specialist and the Radiation Oncologist.

Skills
Fimiliar with information technology services including computer networking, spreadsheet software for data analysis and knowledge of a computer programming language.

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Resident Manager - Makkah Marriott Hotel - Saudi Arabia

Education and Experience
2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area.
OR
    4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area.

Functions as the strategic business leader of rooms operations and acts as General Manager in his/her absence. Areas of responsibility include Front Office, BusinessCenter, Retail/Gift Shops, Recreation/Fitness Center, Housekeeping and Security/Loss Prevention. Position oversees the development and implementation of departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives. The position ensures the rooms operations meet the brand's target customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department. Develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand's target customer and employees and provides a return on investment.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Property Operations

    Working with Rooms management team to develop an operational strategy that is aligned with the brand's business strategy and leads its execution.
    Reviewing comment cards, guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.
    Evaluating if Operations Team is meeting service needs and provides feedback to operations team.
    Participating in public space walk-throughs with Engineering and Housekeeping to ensure guest rooms, public space and back of the house areas are well maintained and preventative maintenance processes are in place.
    Touring building on a regular basis speaking with employees and guests to understand business needs and assess operational opportunities.
    Reviewing findings from comment cards and guest satisfaction results with leadership team and ensures appropriate corrective action is taken.
    Working with team to put sustainable work processes and systems in place that support the execution of the strategy.
    Reviewing reports and financial statements to determine Rooms operations performance against budget.
    Communicating a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.

Leading Operations Teams
    Ensuring employees are treated fairly and equitably.
    Celebrating successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members.
    Fostering employee commitment to providing excellent service, participating in daily stand-up meetings and models desired service behaviors in all interactions with guests and employees.
    Making and executes the necessary decisions to keep property moving forward toward achievement of goals.

Managing Relationships with Property Stakeholders
    Attending owners meetings and provides meaning or context to the rooms operational and financial results.
    Establishing relationship with owner as a business partnership and supports the relationship between the General Manager and the owner.

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Director of Services - Riyadh Marriott Hotel - Saudi Arabia

Education and Experience
• High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the housekeeping or related professional area.
OR
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required.

Manages housekeeping functions and staff to ensure property guest rooms, public space and employee areas are clean and well maintained. Areas of responsibility include Housekeeping, Recreation/Health Club and, if applicable, Laundry. Directs and works with team to successfully execute all housekeeping operations. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance of the department. Ensures that standards and procedures are being followed.

 CORE WORK ACTIVITIES


Managing Housekeeping Operations

• Maintains strong working relationship with Front Office to ensure effective communications for operational issues.

• Obtains list of rooms to be cleaned immediately and list of prospective check-outs or discharges to prepare work assignments.

• Inventories stock to ensure adequate supplies.

• Ensures guestrooms, public space and employee areas are cleaned according to operating standards.

• Ensures compliance with all housekeeping policies, standards and procedures.

• Initiates and maintains an effective inspection program including rooms, public areas, employee work and locker areas, storage areas, recreation areas, laundry areas, garage and grounds.

Managing Departmental Costs

• Supervises and approves the budgeting and ordering of guestroom and cleaning supplies.

• Understands the importance of department’s operation on the overall property financial goals and educates staff on details as appropriate.

• Manages areas of operation to budget by reviewing operating statements, budget worksheets and payroll progress reports.

• Keeps the Housekeeping team focused on the critical components of operations to drive guest satisfaction and the desired financial results.

• Manages department controllable expenses and cost per occupied room to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints effectively.

• Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of departmental meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

• Develops goals and expectations for direct report managers.

• Celebrates successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members.

• Reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.

• Communicates expectations, recognizes performance, and produces desired business results.

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Systems Manager - Makkah Marriott Hotel - Saudi Arabia

Education and Experience
• BS/BA or equivalent work experience. Additionally, 2-4 years experience in like position.
• Previous experience in IR Global Field Services or Marriott Systems Support desirable.
• System-related professional certifications desired.

As a member of the property management staff, contributes advanced knowledge and skill in technology and general hospitality business knowledge to support the property and technology Information Resources objectives. Position is responsible to the property for all technology planning, decision-making, implementation, and maintenance. May interfaces with vendors, owners, Executive Committee and property staff.

 CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Ensuring Client Technology Needs are Met

• Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

• Monitors, ensures and manages the acquisition and maintenance of property based systems.

• Analyzes information, identifies current and potential problems and proposes solutions.

• Maintains, inspects and repairs equipment.

• Inspects and ensures the maintenance of the equipment or the environment.

• Ensures that computer and network operations are monitored at the property, backup/recovery functions are performed on scheduled basis and administration functions for hardware, operating and application systems are maintained and completed on consistent basis.

• Manages IR activities to ensure the property infrastructure and applications systems are functional at all times.

• Ensures solutions are consistent with the client's needs and brand specific IR environment.

• Administers and maintains mail and email.

• Maintains inventories and manages IT hardware/software.

• Provides Internet support and maintenance (if applicable)

• Provides cable management support.

• Generates systems communications for property users to introduce new applications, provide user tips, alert users of system problems and inform staff of progress or status.

• Consults on specific application issues or hardware/software problems.

• Provides feedback to Lodging IR on application functional performance and system performance.

Managing Projects and Policies

• Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

• Monitors processes and evaluates information according to SOP and LSOP requirements.

• Enforces IR policies and standards protecting company hardware, software and other resources at the property.

• Directs maintenance of equipment and installed software applications inventory for property ensuring compliance with licensing regulations.

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Supervisor Maintenance - Makkah Marriott Hotel - Saudi Arabia

Complete the life safety checklist, including the fire-pump run test and generator run test. Inspect fire sprinkler valves and alarm systems. Assist in development of disaster response protocols. Respond and attend to guest repair requests. Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; and complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, and maintain confidentiality of proprietary information. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests' service needs, and assist individuals with disabilities. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards; and identify, recommend, develop, and implement new ways to increase organizational efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, and/or cost-savings. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Move up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

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Monday, May 26, 2014

Quantity Surveyor Engineer - Depa Ltd - UAE

Complete the quantities surveying process and issue the subcontractors payments according to the subcontracts terms.
Protect the company rights through assisting in preparation of variation orders, subcontractors' subcontracts in line with the main contract and their payment certificates after the alignment with the PCM.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prepare a 'Bill of Quantities', which lists the individual components required to construct the project.
• Complete the Quantities take off process based on the company standards.
• Prepare the variation orders to subcontractors and assist in preparing variation order proposals to client
• Execute the site measurements process and prepare the quantities calculation sheets required for payment requisitions backup documents in the scheduled time frame.
• Prepare the subcontractors and suppliers payment certificates
• Maintain proper logs for subcontracts; purchase orders, subcontractors and suppliers payment certificates, prepared/submitted/approved calculation sheets, subcontractors variations … etc.
• Identify the needed work and schedules to be completed by the subcontractors.
• Provide the necessary information required for the submission of any potential claims.
• Coordinate with the procurement engineer / department to notify them of the required quantities from the subcontractors and suppliers.
• Perform other related tasks assigned by the direct manager which include but not limited to the above mentioned duties.

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Production Manager - Depa Ltd - UAE

To plan, organize, direct, control and coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for production within the joinery in accordance with cost, design, quality and quantity specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ensures adequacy of established polices & procedures for optimal production activities of DIG
• Plans & maintains daily production schedules as per the requirement of projects and deadlines
• Reviews production, quality control, maintenance & other operational reports to detect & resolve problems
• Ensures that ISO requirements and documentation are maintained and implemented at all times
• Monitors progress of production against productions schedules and established standards of quality
• Coordinates all working drawings to the factory including cutting lists, quality control, and all manufacturers
• Ensure Proper implementation of the company’s policy & procedure
• Identifies and resolves problems affecting production including schedules, staff, quality and order to production line

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Receptionist - Gulf International Bank - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

To be fully responsible for operating Bank’s main telephone exchange.
To always appropriately and promptly attend to the incoming telephone calls.
To provide all the necessary assistance to effectively help Bank’s visitors.
To ensure recording Bank’s visitors names and ID if any in the designated register book and visitor forms as stated in GIBMAN.
To handle all Bank’s conference rooms booking arrangements.
To be responsible for filing the daily visitor logs on order basis for future reference.
To properly handle and update in coordination with the Head of Security Section the relevant logs for visitors and staff entering the Bank after 7.00 pm and on weekends as well as on official holidays.
To always act in a polite manner with Bank’s visitors and staff in the execution of his/ her duties and avoid conflict.
To ensure that no visitor is allowed to enter the building unless authorization or acceptance is given by the concerned staff member.
To immediately report to the attention of his/ her immediate Line Manager any associated problem for which he/ she feels they cannot provide the necessary solution.
To report in full details any misconduct or accident occurs by any visitor.
To be alert for any emergency case and to be aware of action that to be taken in case of emergencies.
To accomplish any tasks or assignments allotted by the Head of Security & Services.

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Manager - Operations And Logistics - Jeddah - Saudi Arabia

Job Description
Main Scope of Duties and Responsibilities:
Project Planning & Execution
 Manage the implementation plans for the physical network (including Direct Sales) of the new retail division including detailing and implementing the following (working with other stakeholders as appropriate):
 Acquisition & fit-out of premises
 Creation of sales fulfillment and service delivery standards
 Resource planning including shift programme development
 Contribute together with other key stakeholders to the development of the following as they relate to the operations and logistics:
 Administrative procedures
 Operations policies & procedures
 Properties and facilities management
 Operational, Credit and other Risk policies and processes
 Administration/ operations SLAs
 Working with HR and other Retail Management to develop and implement:
 Recruitment process
 Training plans
 Role definitions

Strategy & Business Planning
 Monitor, evaluate and act upon information from the financial reports and key performance indicators
 Input into creation of annual plans and budgets according to agreed timelines
 Responsible for day-to-day control of budget management and performance issues of physical network
 Regular reporting to Senior Management on established performance measures

Innovation
 Contribute actively to a culture of innovation leading to a market leadership position in the ‘technophile‘ segment.

Regulatory & Compliance
 Ensure retail banking is compliant with all regulatory and operational risk control requirements, including those related to HR and privacy

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Clerical Support - Gulf International Bank - Khobar - Saudi Arabia

Job Description
Coordinate assigned tasks related to business projects in the assigned area.
Organize & attend departmental and area meetings to share business ideas and project status information. Takes meetings minutes and keep notes.
Generate business reports on weekly, quarterly and annual basis.
Stay updated on latest banking business & technology trends.
Organize weekly staff meetings to discuss business updates and issues.
Provide both clerical and administrative support to professionals, either as part of a team or individually.
Liaise with staff in other departments and with external contacts.
Order and maintain stationery and equipment supplies.
Sort and distribute incoming post, and organize and send outgoing post.
Liaise with colleagues and external contacts to book travel and accommodation.
Organize and store paperwork, documents and computer-based information.
Manipulate complex statistical data.
Arrange both in-house and external events.

 Contribute actively to a culture of innovation leading to a market leadership position in the ‘technophile ‘segment.

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Friday, May 23, 2014

Communication Officer - Al Babtain Group - Kuwait

Bachelor degree from an accredited university.

Act as point of contact with all Group suppliers head offices as per the business & Top Management requirements.
Handle and follow up in/out correspondences in addition admin and control document system.

Main Position Functions:
-Communicate with suppliers head office for all business requirements upon to management requests and follow accordingly.
-Identify and classify suppliers’ correspondences, documents or other files contents according to confidentiality level, purposes , sender /receiver actions in timely& professional manners.
-Follow up with top management for new suppliers ‘requests, complains needful approvals /signatures till end up within accomplished tasks as requested.
-Strictly following up for all suppliers’ contracts’ expiration dates , licenses renewing & issuing ,registration of suppliers names in government authorities …etc accordingly with concerned managers /employee in each company.
-Keep informed for new changes in business organization charts such as promotions or new recruits for communication channel purpose.
-Establish & develop archival system to facilitate of obtaining historical data with easiness & accessibility upon to time requested.
-Update the archival & historical records periodically & maintain hard copies in organized filing system.
-Maintain confidentiality of all documents or correspondences dealing with and deliver the needful documents to whom in charge or delegated employee as per management decision.
-Act accordingly with Suppliers’ head office & group department heads for top management business visits & arrange the needful with concerned employees.
-Perform all administrative tasks or services in order to ensure of accomplished tasks accurately & timely.

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Payroll Officer - Dar Al-Shifa Hospital - Kuwait

Provides support to Human Resources Department by handling all payroll issues and related activities within the hospital. Must have a clear understanding of the hospital’s business objectives and be able to devise and implement the hospital’s policies and procedure.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to interact and communicate with people
Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.

Send your CV to: hrjobs@daralshifa.com

Front Office Shift Leader - Media Rotana - Dubai - UAE

You should ideally have a degree in hospitality with previous experiences in the Front Office Department within a hotel. Excellent written and spoken English communication skills and knowledge in an additional language, along with strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities are essentials. Computer literate and previous experiences with Opera are an advantage.

As a Front Office Shit Leader you are responsible to provide professional and customer focused service to our guests, ensuring their stay will become a memorable experience and your role will include key responsibilities such as:

•Receive guests in a professional and friendly manner, satisfying guest expectations from arrival through to departure
•Maintain effective communication with all related departments to ensure smooth service delivery
•Maintain good working relationship with all Front Office employees with particular emphasis on Guest Service Agents and Guest Relations
•Supervise all Front Desk employees ensuring guests are taken care of in a professional and friendly manner
•Maintain an up to date knowledge of hotel and local services and supply information and respond to guest queries
•Deal swiftly, efficiently and sensitively to guest complaints and follows through
•Maintain awareness of guest profiles

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Assistant Reservations Manager - Beach Rotana - Abu Dhabi - UAE

You should ideally have a degree in the hospitality field with previous experience within the Reservation Department of a hotel. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills and strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential. Computer literacy and previous experience with Opera is highly recommended.

As an Assistant Reservations Manager you are responsible to promote a professional image to the client with an effective communication on all reservation related matters to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery, whereby your role will include key responsibilities such as:

•Ensure all administration procedures are maintained to hotel and company standards
•Maintain during the reservation process of groups a close relationship with group leaders and co-ordinate and finalize all requirements with them
•Possess thorough knowledge of current rates and promotions and promote, upsell and cross sell at all times
•Understand the hotel credit policy and ensure it is applied while making group reservations
•Positively contribute to all the sales activities within the hotel and maximize sales opportunities
•Anticipate clients needs and ensure that credit and billing instructions are clearly mentioned and supported
•Ensure all reservations and requests are confirmed within 24 hours

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Guest Services Manager - Al Murooj Rotana - Dubai - UAE

You should ideally have a degree in the hospitality field with previous experiences in the Front Office Department within a hotel. You must also have fluency in both written and spoken English and an immaculate personal presentation along with the ability to solve problems effectively. Computer literacy and the knowledge of Opera will be highly regarded.

As a Guest Services Manager you are responsible to provide professional and customer focused service to our guests, ensuring their stay will become a memorable experience whereby your role will include key responsibilities such as:

•Maintain an up to date knowledge of hotel information and local services, including operating hours, promotions, events, attractions and any allied information
•Actively elicit guest feedback and preferences, regarding hotel services and ensure action is initiated on the same to maximize guest satisfaction
•Monitor guest service personnel to ensure maximum guest satisfaction through personal recognition and prompt cordial attention from arrival through departure
•Handle guest complaints and assist in maintaining smooth relationships between management and guests by resolving problems arising from guest complaints and attending to their requests or queries with dispatch immediately
•Responsible for an efficient, clean, safe and hygienic upholding of all front office areas
•Assure compliance and coordination of guests needs, requests and personal preference
•Organise and implement all special needs, personal preferences and amenity distribution in accordance to the departments standards.

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Team Leader - Front Desk - Centro Yas Island - Abu Dhabi - UAE

You should ideally have a degree in hospitality with previous experiences in the Front Office Department within a hotel. Excellent written and spoken English communication skills and knowledge in an additional language, along with strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities are essentials. Computer literate and previous experiences with Opera are an advantage.

As a Team Leader - Front Desk you are responsible to provide professional and customer focused service to our guests, ensuring that their stay will become a memorable experience and your role will include key responsibilities such as:

•Receive guests in a professional and friendly manner, satisfying guest expectations from arrival through to departure
•Maintain effective communication with all related departments to ensure smooth service delivery
•Maintain an awareness of rate levels to be sold on a daily basis and the occupancy levels
•Maintain good working relationship with all Front Office employees with particular emphasis on Front Desk Agents and Guest Services
•Supervise all Front Desk employees ensuring guests are taken care of in a professional and friendly manner
•Maintain an up to date knowledge of hotel and local services and supply information and respond to guest queries
•Verify all cashier closures of Front Desk Agents on shift end for billing and attachment accuracy
•Ensure all guest registrations are completed and correspond with Opera PMS guest information

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Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Visual Merchandiser - Harvey Nichols Beauty - Al Tayer Group LLC - Dubai - UAE

We are looking for a talented Visual Merchandiser for the beauty division in our department stores to join our diverse team and to design and implement visual merchandising excellence according to brand standards to drive consistency across the market and maximise sales opportunities.

Experience:

    5-8 years’ experience in a Creative role

Qualifications:
    Diploma/Vocational Qualification in Design Display and Exhibition is an advantage

Person:
    Plan the implementation of the Visual Merchandising program to maintain the consistent brand image and standards.
    Deliver the Visual Display calendar in a timely manner.
    Conduct regular store visits/floor walks and liaise with the store based staff to implement merchandising requirements.
    Maintain up to date product/brand knowledge. Coach/guide the store based staff on the visual merchandising standards through the delivery of training.
    Maximise sales opportunities through commercial analysis and re-merchandising accordingly.
    Monitor competitor activity and research trends in visual displays and merchandising techniques and propose new/ innovative ideas to ensure the brand presence is in line with global trends
    Monitor VM spend within budget and manage the maintenance of VM assets
    Ensure Point of Sale (Signage, Branding and Ticketing) is implemented according to brand standards

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Deputy Floor Manager - Bloomingdales - Al Tayer Group LLC - Dubai - UAE

Are you interested in joining and becoming a leader in the anchor store of the Dubai Mall?

We are currently recruiting for a Deputy Floor Manager for Bloomingdales in the prestigious Dubai Mall. Bloomingdale’s - Dubai is a full-line, upscale department store showcasing a brand portfolio representing the latest and most desirable merchandise across every department.  The only international Bloomingdales store, we are offering an opportunity to work with one of the worlds most famous stores.

The successful candidate will be a focused individual who can provide leadership to a team to achieve goals and objectives. We are looking for someone that is confident and has good coaching and mentoring skills.

You should be used to working with a variety of cultures both as a Customer and members of staff. Good communications skills are essential.

As a member of the Management structure of the Department Store it is expected that you are able to work as a team!

Excellent grooming is essential.

Experience:
Ideally you will have come from a Luxury Department Store background. We are looking for someone that has managed a significant size Department and has an in depth knowledge of the industry. You should be able to show thorough product knowledge and have a sound understanding of latest trends.

We are looking for someone that can show a background in driving sales and commercial opportunities, you should have evidence of how you have met and exceeded targets.

Customer service is a very important part of this role and therefore you will have to evidence how you have cultivated a culture of excellent customer service.

You should have experience in managing stock loss through implementation and adherence to policies and procedures and be able to analyse stock management.

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Business Development Manager - Souq Group - Kuwait

Job Description
Business Development Professional Job Duties:

• Hiring, training, and leading a team of salespersons and associates who will manage the day-to-day activities of marketplace clients, including both prospective sellers.
• Working cross-functionally with various members of Souq's operations and technology teams, Souq’s account management and marketing teams, and various contacts from each client to achieve business objectives

The main objective of Souq.com Business Development Manager is to manage the day-to-day operation of the division. This means couple of things, in terms of what you'll do:

First, you'll need to make sure you understand what Souq.com Marketplace is and how it works, and develop and execute strategies to grow the division in general.

Second, you'll need to think creatively about everything you know about Souq.com. This is the part of the job in which you identify possible ways to improve the company's seller base, selection, and revenues

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Nurse - Embassy of the United States of America - Kuwait

Job Description
Duties Include

- Health orientation for new arrivals to include but not limited to: completion of patient registration forms, obtaining medical clearances, orientation to public health risks and preventive health behaviors, assessment of family health status and immunization needs.
- Coordination of medical clearance examinations to include scheduling medical appointments, blood work and other tests as required, assist medical personnel with patient examinations.
- Coordinate and liaise with local medical providers/facilities as well as insurance agencies for embassy staff outpatient needs or local hospital admissions when indicated
- Maintain and administer vaccination program as per CDC/DOS guidelines for both adult and pediatric population
- Basic triage and nursing assessment of routine/urgent /emergent adult and pediatric medical needs
- Dispensing of medications from Health Unit pharmacy or coordination with local / mail order pharmacies
- After hours “on-call” telephone availability as directed by Foreign Services Health Practitioner
- Provision of CPR/First Aid/Baby-Nanny Sitting courses as needed
- Assists in coordination of patient medical evacuation for routine or emergent care abroad
- Maintains health records in compliance with DOS guidelines
- Manages and procures medical equipment or supplies as needed.

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HES Lead - Saudi Arabian Chevron Inc - Kuwait

Job Description
Leads Health, Environment & Safety (HES) & Regulatory Team to support selection of the development concept, coordinate HES activities, develop and implement permitting and HES plans needed for Phases 2 through 4 of the Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Project. Ensures the use of Chevron Project Development & Execution Processes (CPDEP) to develop and execute all HES activities.

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Interior Designer - Architect - Sadeer Trad and Cont - Kuwait

Job Description
Duties:

• developing initial ideas and acquiring key information about potential projects, discussing requirements in detail with clients (the brief) and setting project schedules;
• Understanding clients' needs and the needs of the people using the building, developing design concepts in consultation with the client and establishing final briefs;
• Considering materials and costs according to set budgets and negotiating project fees;
• Conducting feasibility studies for projects;
• Researching and gathering information and photographs relating to the project;
• Producing 'sample' or 'mood' boards for presentation to clients;
• Sourcing products, e.g. fittings, furniture, lighting, finishes, decoration and dressing, and providing samples for clients;
• Preparing detailed working drawings, designs, plans, models and schemes, often using computer-aided design (CAD) software;
• Surveying buildings;
• Working in a team with other designers;
• Supervising work at the design stage and on site;
• Working closely with quantity surveyors to establish costs and work schedules on larger projects, with architects and other design professionals to determine the best use of space, and with manufacturers and contractors;
• Identifying new business and selling services to potential clients;
• Keeping up to date with new developments in the design industry.

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Friday, May 16, 2014

Project Engineer - ABB Group - Kuwait

Our ideal candidate should have Degree in Electrical/Power Engineer with minimum 7 years’ experience in the field of power system substation services.

As a Project Engineer you are responsible to;
• Assists the functional manager with the planning of project deliverables in alignment with schedule, cost, contract, quality, safety, and environment requirements.
• Executes and ensures accuracy of all actions and tasks at project sites.
• Assists in developing project engineering plans, interfacing with customers, in order to ensure that engineering plans are developed in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Coordinates external support in case of intensive workload or particular technological competencies required. Technically evaluates proposals received from external vendors.

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Demi Chef de Partie - Crowne Plaza Doha - Qatar

Responsibilities
1.  Assist Sous Chefs in the performance of their culinary and other duties, the needs of the outlets and company standards. 2.  Preparation of  food items according to recipes and menus, including specialized Breads  production  for Breakfast ‘Theme Nights’, buffets, banquets and a la carte. 3.  Supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinates ensuring their work is produced to standard, taking full charge of the section and colleagues when directed to do so. 4.  Checks the daily menus, function sheets, par stocks and mise en place lists. 5.  Records all recipes and procedures in own recipe book. 6.  Ensure cleanliness, hygiene and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, equipment, tables, fridges, freezers, kitchen area and cold rooms. 7.  Supervision of buffet replenishment and clearance. 8.  Preparation and set up daily mise en place and buffets as per standards. 9.  Arranges plates and helps in dishing our meal portions according to Kitchen Order Tickets (KOTs). 10.  In charge of food hygiene and temperature control for responsible section. 11.  As directed, prepares colleagues rosters. 12.  Store requisitions and stock control, as directed, in accordance with FIFO system (first in first out). 13.  All other duties assigned by Sous Chefs and direct supervisors.

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Bellboy Arabic Speaker - InterContinental Doha - Qatar

Requirements:
Speak, read, & write proper English
At least 1 year of experience in a similar post
The ability to handle multiple tasks
The ability to work under pressure
In return we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which can include:

•         21 Working days paid Annual Vacation
•         11 paid public Holidays
•         Company provided Visa and ticket for employment
•         Company provided vacation ticket for every 2 years
•         Entitled for End of Service benefits (21 Days Salary for every year of service)
•         Free All Meals provided in Hotel & Colleagues compound
•         Hotel Nurse + Doctor Facility
•         Access to Hospitals in the approved network of hospitals by Hotel
•         Covered with Life Insurance

You will also be provided with hotel discounts worldwide as well as access to a wide variety of discount schemes and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.
So what's your passion? Please get in touch and tell us how you could bring your individual skills to IHG.

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Director of Finance - Business Support - Crowne Plaza Doha - Qatar

Do you see yourself as a Director of Finance and Business Support?   What's your passion?  Whether you're into volunteer work, beach sports or flying kites, at IHG we're interested in YOU.  At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team.  This exciting opportunity has overall responsibility for developing and implementing the total sales and marketing strategy of the hotel.   As the Director of Finance & Business Support, you will direct the financial operations of the hotel to ensure the security of hotel assets.  You will report to the General Manager and Owners on financial state of hotel and make recommendations to improve hotel profitability.  You will serve as primary contact for all hotel financial – and accounting-related issues with owners, auditors (internal and external) and regulatory agencies.

Duties and Resposibilities

FINANCIAL RETURNS:
    Use financial analysis, data trends and market information to anticipate needs, identify operating/financial issues and recommend actions to maximize financial return.
    Create the annual operating budget for the property and provide analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities for department heads.
    Analyze ROI for capital projects prior to committing funds and, upon completion, determine if anticipated results were achieved.
    Maximize cash flow performance of the hotel through controls on inventory (avoid excessive supply), credit and collection, disbursements, deposits and remittances.
    Review rates and recommend rate strategy to the General Manager; participate in sales strategy meetings.

PEOPLE
    Manage day-to-day activities, plan and assign work, and establish performance and development goals for team members.  Provide mentoring, coaching, and regular feedback to help manage conflict, improve team member performance, and recognize good performance.
    Educate, train and motivate finance and accounting teams to achieve hotel revenue goals.  Ensure colleague has the information, market data, tools and equipment to successfully carry out job duties.  Provide direction to hotel colleagues on how decision-making impacts profits.
    Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.

GUEST EXPERIENCE:
    Response quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner.  Follow up to ensure guest satisfaction.
    Ensure accounting practices, support the guest experience through payment options (example: credit card systems, room charges), inventory controls and financial dispute resolution.

RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS:

    Implement and maintain acceptable accounting practices as required by company policy and procedures.
    Develop and implement financial control procedures and systems; maintain records for internal and external audits; ensure compliance with government and contractual agreements.
    Participate in local recognized professional and industry organizations.
    Manage hotel contracts (example: vendor lease and/or service contracts).
    Perform other duties as assigned.  May also serve as manager on duty.

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Relationship Manager - Trade Commodity Finance - Mashreq Bank - Dubai - UAE

To actively market as well as support marketing of new, good quality, Trade Commodity Finance business; Subsequently manage the (newly established) portfolio including promoting utilization of facilities with a view to achieving targets based on maximizing revenues.

    Complete knowledge and clear understanding of the bank’s credit policy and operating systems.
    Ability to handle large and complex transactions and structure transactions independently.
    Strong marketing skills, credit and legal knowledge mandatory.
    Good knowledge of various financial products/services offered by the bank pertaining to Working Capital, Term Finance Investment banking & Treasury products.
    Excellent communication and analytical skills with ability to perform as a team player.
    Good  inter-personal and communication skills.
    Has the potential to become a Team Leader and officiates for TL.
    A CA/MBA is preferred with minimum marketing/corporate finance experience of 8-10 years.

Key result areas

    Contribute to the business development of TCF to meet business targets:
    By drawing up business calling programs, seeking new clients, proactively liaising with Business Segments and looking for suitable TCF opportunities.  Measured by number of new relationships booked and bottom line target achievement.
    Risk Management:
    By evaluating, recommending and structuring facilities, reviewing facilities and ensuring that the risk to reward ratios are acceptable. Measured by account grading composition and marked by nil losses from the portfolio.
    Ensure positive client relationships are fostered:
    By demonstrating a continuing interest in the client’s business. Maintains regular contacts with clients,  Relationship Managers/Unit heads and Trade service executives. Measured by call reports, business segment feedback.
    Provide direction and leadership to the TCF ARM/RM and stands in for TCF Head in his absence:
    By setting clearly understood goals, service standards and monitoring the performance of the marketing/client audit team against these, as well as, leading by example.
    Cross-selling the bank’s range of products and services. Handling the MGR FTG’s portfolio and attendant functions in his absence

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Monday, May 12, 2014

Regional Sales Manager - Nuqul Group - Jeddah - Saudi Arabia

 Roles at this level require a highly experienced Sales Manager who is responsible for determining sales function strategy and targets based on the sales plan within an allocated channel. The job holder will support the development of pricing strategy in conjunction with other internal departments including Marketing and Production. Jobholder is responsible for the management and utilization of significant resources and are accountable for the overall performance of the entire sales team including the roll up of sales team targets.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge:
• Bachelor’s in Business Administration or similar field.
• Minimum of Six years stretching experience in FMCG Sales, preferred in KSA Market, with proven track record at supervisory level.
• Strong knowledge in FMCG Sales and Marketing Activities.
• FMCG sales technical skills and knowledge (pricing, CRM, Channel and Account Management, forecasting, market and competitor analysis, etc.).
• Commercial and supply chain knowledge.

Key Accountabilities:
• Management Role:

Provides leadership, expertise and professional advice to the Sales & Marketing Manager on channel sales matters to ensure business objectives are supported with the right sales strategy.

• Strategies Plans & Budgets:
Develops and gains agreement to sales strategies, plans and budgets to support the implementation and realization of agreed corporate sales objectives.

• Team Capability:

Builds, drives and develops a highly motivated, achievement oriented sales team and supporting networks capable of meeting, or exceeding, demanding targets and profit margin objectives.

• Sales Incentives:
Develops and makes recommendations for sales team incentive plans to encourage and reward increased sales efforts and revenues.

• Product Pricing:
Provides input and participates in the development of pricing, discount and marketing strategies in conjunction with Marketing, to ensure competitiveness and profitability.

• Sales Support:
- Provides high level direct sales support to team leaders and sales staff in order to create win-win business situations. Maintains own selected accounts requiring executive level consideration.
- Manages the selling cycle for own portfolio of major accounts from allocation through to sales closure in order to service and grow existing business.

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LPG - Manager - ABB - Kuwait

Tasks:
As an LPG manager you will be responsible for:

1.Support the creation and implementation of ABB’s strategy towards the customer, through understanding the customer, its business, its strategy and their industry and ensuring this translates into a strategic business action plan.
2.Plan and drive overall growth of ABB volume within Power Generation Service (PSPG), by increasing the ABB portfolio as well as new business opportunities (measured by performance of the delivery)
3.Penetrate customer base, map the installed base, interact & manage key customers and fulfill their expectation by utilizing ABB Service product applicable to the customer base.
4.Support the development of the Service strategy locally in line with ABB’s service categories and create a framework that allows the team to perform effectively to ensure sustainable business growth for the local unit.
5.Develop service organization which is suitable to the market.
6.Delivering the Business balanced scorecard focusing on overall profit and loss accountability of the business
7.Keep up-to-date with developments and trends in products, solutions, industries and market conditions.
8.In charge of implementation and respect of ABB’s Code of Conduct
9.Responsible for the constant awareness and implementation of health and safety rules with regular updates and training

Requirements:

Our ideal candidate will have:
1. Graduate in engineering on any of the discipline i.e. Instrumentation Control / Electrical / Electronics.
2. Background in the Power Generation and Water sector; specifically in the field of Instrumentation, Control and Electrical system.
3. Strong people management across a range of skills and experiences.
4. Manage cooperation across the organization
5. Demonstrate excellent customer focus together with good networking skills
6. Strategic thinker with good results orientation and the ability to make an Impact and influence change
7. Experience in working within a multinational, multicultural environment
Desirable
8. Knowledge of regional / local customers and market players
9. Knowledge of the ABB’s product portfolio
10. Experience of differing business sectors and industry familiarization

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GIS Supervisor - ABB - Kuwait

Tasks:
As a GIS Supervisor, your responsibilities include:
Diagnoses technical problems, determines corrective actions, and repairs related to gas insulated switchgear.
Performs all onsite activities in accordance with ABB procedures and safety requirements.
Provides assistance via service calls during and after hours as necessary.
Ensures the coordination of the other internal and external technicians and assigns them specific tasks related to service needs.
Keeps management informed of work progress and any problems that arise (technical
Issues, manpower, contractual delays, etc.).

Requirements:
Our ideal candidate should be familiar with various types of ABB gas insulated switchgear for 132KV, 275KV and 400KV voltage levels and have an engineering degree as his / her qualification

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Sales Engineer - ABB - Kuwait

Tasks:
As a Sales Engineer, you will be responsible to:
Establish new, and maintain existing, relationships with customers.
Managing and interpreting customer requirements.
Prepare offers and follow up sales orders.
Ensures appropriate technical and financial aspects of offers, ncluding prices and trading conditions.
To familiarize clients with products or services that satisfies their needs.
Prepares sales plans using company tool (i.e. Prosales).

Requirements:
Our ideal candidate will have:

Degree in Electrical /Power Engineer with good experience in after-sales support services, preparing reports, making technical presentations and demonstrating how a product will meet client needs, providing pre-sales technical assistance and product education.

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Friday, May 9, 2014

Trainee Sales Engineer - Al Futtaim Engineering - Qatar

Responsibilties:
* Acts as a primary point-of-contact for customers to ensure high level of customer satisfaction
* Manage and maintain relationship with the customers
* Reporting revenue projections to the Line Manager for set accounts
* Learn and administer sales process
* To maximize profit opportunity
* Generate and maintain credible sales forecast for accounts and provide this information on regular basis to management
* Achieve revenue targets
* Prepare and present proposals, presentations and RFP responses

Trainee sales engineer will be responsible for developing, identifying and creating new sales opportunities. He will be customer's primary point of contact. The Sales Engineer is responsible for meeting revenue goals for an assigned book of accounts.

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Financial Analyst - DOMASCO - Qatar

Duties:
* Determines financial status by comparing and analyzing plans and forecasts with actual results.
* Improves financial status by analyzing results and variances; identifying trends; recommending actions.
* Reconciles transactions by comparing and correcting data.
* Provides information to management by assembling and summarizing data; preparing reports; making presentations of findings, analyses, and recommendations.
* Support planning system enhancements, upgrades or new product roll-outs.
* Partner with the Accounting process to help assure accurate and timely GL close and reporting.
* Create and delivered enhance management reports / dashboards that allow business partners to better understand their business and make informed decisions.
* Manage & develop cost analysis in support of responsibilities: Operational KPIs, Headcount etc.

The focus of this position will be supporting the Finance team in the analysis and planning of the local business. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.

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Quantity Surveyor MEP - Al Futtaim Engineering - Qatar

Accountabilities:
Recording and monitoring of all site activities and costs being expended on the project
• Preparation and summaries of all measured works
• Maintain a schedule of submissions and responses, for approvals, inspections, variations, etc
• Prepare take offs from drawings and compare with site measurements
• Preparation of Interim Valuations and Final Account • Preparation of MEP Tender documents including pricing • Tabulation of Price Comparison and Cost Summary
• Reconciliation of materials and works executed during the month
• Preparation of Sub Contractors payments and recording / monitoring of all site works
• Preparation of Monthly Commercial reports in conjunction with PM and site team
• Maintain all MEP QS documents and logs / registers applicable
• Co-ordinate with all company departments as required for the execution of the Project

Carryout the MEP Quantity Surveying duties on the project and assisting the QS Department and site team in all related commercial and contractual requirements. To be commercially aware and to protect the companies interests in respect of claiming all monies due to works executed, changes, delays, claims, etc.

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Tuesday, May 6, 2014

English Tutor - Gems Education - Saudi Arabia

Job Purpose:
 - The teaching, training and assessment of students and other client groups to quality standards set by the TOP.
 - The tutoring and management of one or more courses or groups of students.
 - The development of English courses contextualised to vocational subjects

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

 - Teach, train and assess students and other client groups to quality standards set by TOP
 - Tutor and manage one or more courses or groups of students
 - Develop English courses contextualised to vocational subjects
 - Act as a course tutor to student groups with the associated organisation, administration, and monitoring of attendance including the collection of data for course evaluation.
 - Tutor other student and trainee groups including the maintenance of records of achievement and undertaking training visits, as required.
 - Counsel students and maintain discipline as required.
 - Participate in the recruitment of students, including interviewing, attendance at Shows and Careers Conventions.
 - Participate in curriculum development to meet the needs of changing Industrial demand and TOP strategic planning.
 - Participate in demonstrations and practical activities with students and trainees on all courses.
 - Participate in self-assessment as required by TOP to meet COE expectations, contribute to target setting, RAG ratings and auditing monitoring processes.
 - Assist in the maintenance and sustainable development of resources and commercial activities.
 - Attend professional development day and evening meetings, courses, etc. considered to be of benefit to TOP and the individual.
 - Accompany students on visits, field trips and similar activities in line with TOP policy and code of practice for educational visits.
 - Monitor and support students’ academic progress, including collection and follow up on attendance and punctuality, early leaver and destinations data
 - Comply with TOP recording and course related administrative requirements, including the keeping of records of work, schemes of work, lesson plans, assessment schedules, registers, and student details
 - Attend team and college meetings as required
 - Promote the welfare of young people in all aspects of TOP College life and to ensure safeguarding arrangements are adhered to at all times.
 - Ensure that all learners, customers and clients receive exemplary service and attention at all times.
 - Demonstrate fully and at all times the generic competencies and professional behaviours expected of all staff employed by TOP
 - Ensure that all Health and Safety legislation and good working practice is observed, including the completion of and adherence to risk assessments and accident reports.
 - Undertake any other duties as required by the Principal, Director of English Studies or Senior Tutor, English and as may be reasonably expected commensurate with the post. This may include either the temporary or permanent re-deployment to an equivalent grade of post within the organisation.
 - Work within the laws and cultural requirements of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Qualifications and Experience:
 - Degree in English + postgraduate teaching qualification preferably including ESOL/ESP/TOEFL or equivalent OR
 - Degree in another subject, taught in English, plus a CELTA or preferably DELTA qualification
 - At least three year’s English teaching experience preferably with adults who have had little exposure to English
 - For non-native English speakers, a minimum of IELTS7.5

Application process:
If you feel that you meet the above criteria we would welcome your application. Please note that, due to segregation as mentioned above, we are looking for Female applicants only at this stage.
Please submit your full CV and letter of application to Leonora.dowley@gemseducation.com by the closing date of 31st May 2014.

For assistance in completing your profile or submitting an application please email careers@gemseducation.com

Head of Faculty - Learning Manager - Gems Education - Saudi Arabia

Job Purpose:
 - Effective management and delivery of programmes of study across different disciplines
 - Contribute to delivery of at least one of the Faculty/Learning Area specialisms at Diploma level to TOP quality standards
 - Maximise student recruitment, achievement and retention across the programmes of study
 - Lead, manage and performance manage Faculty/Learning Area teams.
 - Contribute to the marketing and recruitment of students
 - Contribute to the planning, design and delivery of TOP curriculum strategy
 - Quality assurance and improvement of all programmes of study under Faculty/Learning Area remit, including preparation for inspection

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
 - Oversee the development of a comprehensive curriculum offer - development, delivery and assessment strategy for TOP – aligned to Saudi Skills Standards - which will maximise transformative teaching and learning and which includes vocational tasters
 - Develop strategies and implementation plans to use technology to enhance and support the curriculum across the Faculty/Learning Area
 - Provide effective leadership and direction for the Faculty/Learning Area, developing a strong culture of customer service, ensuring the team structure and service levels meet TOP needs.
 - Lead the development of vocational curriculum including vocational testers, where appropriate
 - Work with Director of English to embed English in the vocational curriculum under the remit of the Faculty/Learning Area at all levels
 - Introduce technology-enhanced assessment wherever feasible and appropriate, including the use of e-portfolios
 - Work with the Director Partnerships and Marketing and employers to ensure that OJT is available and appropriate
 - Appoint and oversee vocational assessors and verifiers
 - Work with the Director of Facilities and estates to establish and manage workshops and realistic work environments where OJT with employers is not feasible
 - Risk assess all OJT workplaces
 - Provide students (and staff where required) with innovative on-line and traditional resources to develop their vocational and English skills.
 - Set the criteria, where required, for the recruitment of students to programmes in the Faculty/Learning Area and provide support to the recruitment process

 Qualifications and Experience:
 - Degree or an equivalent professional qualification in a subject area relevant to the Faculty/Learning Area plus a teaching/instructor qualification
 - For non-native English speakers, a minimum of IELTS6.5 is required
 - At least three years’ experience as a tutor or instructor PLUS at least five years’ course leadership/coordination experience in a vocational or training setting  (minimum eight years in total)
 - At least three years’ experience in a business or industry relevant to Faculty/Learning Area discipline is preferred
 - Experience as an assessor, verifier or in course standardisation is preferred

Application process:
If you feel that you meet the above criteria we would welcome your application. Please note that, due to segregation as mentioned above, we are looking for Female applicants only at this stage.
Please submit your full CV and letter of application to Leonora.dowley@gemseducation.com by the closing date of 31st May 2014.

For assistance in completing your profile or submitting an application please email
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Instructor - Cross Subject - Gems Education - Saudi Arabia

Job Purpose:
 - The teaching, training and assessment of students and other client groups to quality standards set by the TOP.

 - The tutoring and management of one or more courses or groups of students.

 - The development and delivery of vocational programmes aligned to Saudi Skills Standards

 - The development of programmes to incorporate English language teaching into vocational subjects

 - The support and assessment of students undertaking on the job training

 - The teaching of vocational  subject(s) to Diploma level (EQF level 5)

 - The development of short taster courses and programmes for employers and the community in specialism

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
 - Teach, train and assess students and other client groups in  subject specialism to Diploma level to quality standards set by TOP

 - Tutor and manage one or more courses or groups of students

 - Act as a course tutor to student groups with the associated organisation, administration, and monitoring of attendance including the collection of data for course evaluation.

 - Ensure that the programme of study complies with current validation requirements of Saudi Skills Standards

 - Undertake assessor, verification or standardisation processes and procedures as required by TOP specifically relating to the requirements of the validating and examining bodies and to ensure consistency

 - Support ILT integration within the vocational curriculum across TOP as appropriate.

 - Tutor other student and trainee groups including the maintenance of records of achievement and undertaking training visits, as required.

 - Counsel students and maintain discipline as required.

 - Manage and assess students attending on the job training or are working in a TOP-based realistic work environment

 - Liaise with employers while students are undertaking on the job training

 - Participate in the recruitment of students, including interviewing, attendance at Shows and Careers Conventions.

 - Participate in curriculum development to meet the needs of changing industrial demand and TOP strategic planning.

 - Participate in demonstrations and practical activities with students and trainees on all courses.

 - Participate in self-assessment as required by TOP to meet COE expectations, contribute to target setting, RAG ratings and auditing monitoring processes.

 - Assist in the maintenance and sustainable development of resources and commercial activities.

 - Attend professional development day and evening meetings, courses, etc. considered to be of benefit to TOP and the individual.

 - Accompany students on visits, field trips and similar activities in line with TOP policy and code of practice for educational visits.

 - Monitor and support students’ academic progress, including collection and follow up on attendance and punctuality, early leaver and destinations data

 - Comply with TOP recording and course related administrative requirements, including the keeping of records of work, schemes of work, lesson plans, assessment schedules, registers, and student details

 - Attend team and college meetings as required

 - Promote the welfare of young people in all aspects of TOP College life and to ensure safeguarding arrangements are adhered to at all times.

 - Ensure that all learners, customers and clients receive exemplary service and attention at all times.

 - Demonstrate fully and at all times the generic competencies and professional behaviours expected of all staff employed by TOP

 - Ensure that all Health and Safety legislation and good working practice is observed, including the completion of and adherence to risk assessments and accident reports.

 - Undertake any other duties as required by the Principal, Head of Faculty/Learning Area and as may be reasonably expected commensurate with the post. This may include either the temporary or permanent re-deployment to an equivalent grade of post within the organisation.

 - Work within the laws and cultural requirements of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

 Qualifications and Experience:

 - Degree in relevant subject specialism plus a postgraduate teaching qualification/ internationally recognised instructor qualification and at least three years vocational teaching experience preferably with young adults 

OR

 - An equivalent professional qualification Diploma level, with six years’ industry experience plus a relevant teaching or internationally recognised instructor qualification and three years’ experience of teaching preferably young adults

OR

 - Eleven years industry experience and a basic instructor qualification and preparedness to improve teaching or instructor qualification

 - For non-native English speakers, a minimum of IELTS6.5 is required

Application process:
If you feel that you meet the above criteria we would welcome your application. Please note that, due to segregation as mentioned above, we are looking for Female applicants only at this stage.
Please submit your full CV and letter of application to
Leonora.dowley@gemseducation.com by the closing date of 31st May 2014.

For assistance in completing your profile or submitting an application please email careers@gemseducation.com

Teacher of Humanities - GEMS Cambridge International School - Abu Dhabi - UAE

We are looking for an outstanding Humanities teacher to join our team from September 2014.

Applicants will be fully qualified teachers with exceptional subject knowledge and a proven track record of delivering outstanding teaching.  Applicants will have experience teaching A-Level or equivalent, and will also have experience teaching Geography, History and World History.

An excellent remuneration package is on offer to successful candidates including competitive tax free salary, furnished accommodation, annual flight allowance, medical insurance, free school places for dependents and end of service gratuity.

If you have the drive and passion to get the most from our students and the ability to monitor, advise and support our newly formed team, we would very much welcome your application

For assistance in completing your profile or submitting an application please email
careers@gemseducation.com

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Sunday, May 4, 2014

Abstracter - Cleveland Clinic - Abu Dhabi - UAE

This position is responsible for the concurrent and retrospective abstraction of numerous complex clinical data elements from the Electronic Medical Record, or other internal databases, for use in reporting clinical quality measures to regulatory and healthcare quality agencies, as well as for internal quality improvement activities.

Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Science, or related field
• Nursing degree preferred

Experience
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience abstracting clinical data from electronic healthcare documentation systems
• Understands the technical design of healthcare documentation systems (i.e. Electronic Medical Record, Cardiovascular Hemodynamic systems, Registry Reporting Solutions, Business Intelligence, Event Reporting, Infection Prevention, etc.)
• Knowledge of data abstraction and data analysis principles
• Knowledge of Health Regulation, Clinical Reporting Registries, or process and outcome measurement reporting requirements
• Proficient in the use of PCs, spreadsheets and other software applications
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills

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Quality Analyst - Cleveland Clinic - Abu Dhabi - UAE

This position is responsible for providing support to the Institutes and clinical areas to develop maintain and implement quality improvement initiatives based on identified quality and safety gaps.

Experience:
• A minimum of three years of clinical health care experience (e.g., nursing, allied health, healthcare quality)
• Experience with Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) Model for Improvement and/or Lean Six Sigma is preferred
• Proficient in the use of PCs, spreadsheets and other software applications
• Strong analytical, organizational, time management, and project management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to speak and write in English

Responsibilities

• Obtains information from various IT systems and conducts database research
• Measures and analyzes quality, safety and patient experience data, reflecting processes and outcomes prioritized by CCAD and the Institutes
• Drives continuous improvement activity around clinical quality, safety and patient experience priorities and coordinates performance improvement projects in collaboration with the Senior Manager, Quality
• Clearly communicates quality and safety priorities of the hospital and institutes to all stakeholders of the organization
• Assists with clinical process improvement, accreditation, patient safety, and clinical risk management activities within assigned hospital/institute areas as needed
• Assists with special projects as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

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Manager Internal Controls - Cleveland Clinic - Abu Dhabi - UAE

This position will work closely with leadership to establish control standards, determine gaps and improve business processes.
It will be responsible for developing and conducting a testing program to support remediation of internal control environment and performing reviews required for assigned audits including testing the effectiveness of internal controls.

Education
• Bachelor’s degree required. Business Management, Finance or Accounting, or related field, is preferred
• Certification as CPA or CA (or equivalent) is required

Experience

• Minimum of 5-7 years of audit experience
• Proven management and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to successfully plan, develop, lead and execute projects
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to speak and write in English is required

Responsibilities

• Assist CCAD Financial Controller to work with other CCAD personnel to confirm that appropriate internal control mechanisms, policies and procedures are in place to ensure that CCAD financial activity is accounted-for and reported accurately
• Monitor and control proper system segregation of duties and ensure proper and effective corporate governance
• Work with ERP system and internal processes to evaluate current control environment
• Provide support to key decision makers and be the interface between the business and technology/systems
• Manage and provide systems administration support for ERP system to ensure use is optimized
• Liaise with financial systems providers for systems development, maintenance and support
• Contribute to organizational policy regarding quality standards and strategic planning in relation to financial systems.
• Support accounting projects as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

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Manager Billing - Recovery - Cleveland Clinic - Abu Dhabi - UAE

This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day billing function for CCAD, including hospital, professional billing. Will be responsible for reporting, analysis, metrics tracking and continuous performance improvement. Will manage a team of billers to ensure staff coverage is sufficient and meets operational needs. Ensure accurate and timely management of billing issues. Develop, coach, mentor staff and give constructive and timely feedback and ensure all employee evaluations are completed. This position will be required to maintain current knowledge about local health insurance rule changes. Will ensure that the Charge Description Master is maintained with integrity and current pricing, Will be responsible in identifying denial issues and will initiate work towards reducing errors and defects through collaboration with other revenue cycle and clinical stakeholders.

EDUCATION

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance or Accounting, or
related field, is required
- CMRS (Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist) or Certified Billing
Specialistis preferred
- MBA preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Directs and manages the daily operation of the billing function for CCAD to
ensure that all charges are processed and billed timely and accurately
- Oversees and maintains policies and standard operating procedures for the
department
- Will manage denial issues and work towards reducing denial risks to CCAD
- Coordinates liaison activities related to various billing needs between
departments
- Designs, compiles billing-related financial reports including quality metrics
- Supervises staff and assists in the training of new employees
- Ensures staffing and scheduling of staff are optimum to meet operational
needs
- Handles employee performance evaluation and feedback
- Maintains the integrity of the charge descripton master file to ensure
accurate billing and compliance to HAAD updates
- Ensure CCAD is compliant to HAAD billing regulations
- Maintains current knowledge of the health insurance business in the UAE
and works towards keeping information current on US trends relating to
healthcare insurance and shares, trains others about these
- Maintains collaborative relationship with other stakeholders within RCM as
well as clinical operations to resolve any billing deficiencies.

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Friday, May 2, 2014

Flight Analyst - Qatar Airways - Doha

Welcome to a world where ambitions fly high
From experienced pilots to dynamic professionals embarking on new careers, Qatar Airways is searching for talented individuals to join our award-winning team.

We take pride in our people—a dynamic and culturally diverse workforce is essential to why we are one of the finest and fastest growing airlines in the world.

We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages and Doha based employees receive a range of allowances and enjoy a tax-free income.

About Your Job:
This vacancy is a requirement within Pricing and Revenue Management Department.

The Flight Analyst is responsible for managing flights and capacity over the booking cycle of the flight. You will have a good overview and understanding of passenger demand by the traffic flows and passenger travel patterns and its effect on the whole network.

You will monitor passenger booking pattern over the booking cycle of the flight and manage over-booking to maximise revenue. You will closely work within the Inventory Demand and Pricing team in identifying strong and weak flights and provide proactive measures to maximise the revenue. You should be able to analyse and validate/correct the forecast on your routes in co-ordination with the demand analyst.

You will also be responsible for reviewing and approving proper optimisation parameters which provides the means to ensure leg optimisation reflects market needs and business policies and decisions.

The Flight Analysts coordinates with the Operations Control Centre & Corporate Planning teams as well so that seamless operation is provided with the most optimal commercial input.

About You:
The ideal candidate for this role must have strong working knowledge in managing flights, routes and capacity of routes and has Revenue Management background and experience. You must have the ability to understand and analyse Origin/Destination dimensions of passenger flow across the network and has the ability to interact and communicate with all facets of the Airline.

You must be analytical, detail oriented and comfortable in working with numbers and data. You must have excellent interpersonal skills and you must be able to work within a team environment. You have to highlight the main changes in the booking trend to your superiors and you must be able to provide leadership and guidance to the flight analysts assigned to your team.

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Chief Pilot - Al Maha Airways - Jeddah - Saudi Arabia

Welcome to a world where ambitions fly high
From experienced pilots to dynamic professionals embarking on new careers, Qatar Airways is searching for talented individuals to join our award-winning team.

We take pride in our people—a dynamic and culturally diverse workforce is essential to why we are one of the finest and fastest growing airlines in the world.

We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages and Doha based employees receive a range of allowances and enjoy a tax-free income.

Chief Pilot:
The Chief Pilot will be responsible for managing the day to day flying operation of fleet aircraft in a safe, cost effective and efficient manner ensuring compliance with quality system and legal requirements.

Requirements:
Qualifications:

•Bachelors Degree or equivalent
•Airline transport certificate with appropriate ratings for at least one of the airplanes used in the certificate holder's operation--A320 Type Rated

Previous Experience:
•Persons holding this position for the first time ever, must have at least 3 years experience, within the past 6 years, as pilot in command (PIC) of a large airplane operated under part 121 or part 135 of this chapter, if the certificate holder operates large airplanes. If the certificate holder uses only small airplanes in its operation, the experience may be obtained in either large or small airplanes.
•In the case of a job holder with previous experience as a Chief Pilot, have at least 3 years experience as pilot in command of a large airplane operated under part 121 or part 135 of this chapter, if the certificate holder operates large airplanes. If the certificate holder uses only small airplanes in its operation, the experience may be obtained in either large or small airplanes.

Other Prerequisites:
The job holder must:
1)    To the extent of his/her responsibilities, have a full understanding of the following materials with respect to the certificate holder's operation:
i)      Aviation safety standards and safe operating practices;
ii)     14 CFR Chapter I (Federal Aviation Regulations);
iii)    The certificate holder's operations specifications;
iv)   All appropriate maintenance and airworthiness FAA requirements
2)    Discharge his/her duties to meet applicable legal requirements and to maintain safe operations.

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