Merchandise Planner - Dubai - Al Tayer Group LLC - United Arab Emirates

This is an excellent opportunity to join the Merchandise Planning team, and be responsible for the division merchandise strategy through development of the division seasonal and yearly product and location sales plans, for forecasting and allocation of product, maximizing the productivity of inventory and maximizing sales and gross margin.

Specifications:
You are a tertiary graduate from any discipline, with at least 2 years of successfully implementing the planning functions of large-scale retail operations.
A strategic thinker, but also with a methodical thorough approach, you can communicate effectively across all levels within the organisation.

Your typical duties will include (but not limited to) :-
    Delivering category sales, gross margin and turnover performance to plan.
    Working closely with Senior Planner, Division Planning Manager (DPM), Division Merchandise Manager (DMM), Business General Manager and Distribution partners   to develop and manage financial plans
    Working with the Finance team to monitor overall inventory levels to plan and forecast.
    Identifying and evaluating sales and gross margin opportunities at the department level.
    Managing all aspects relating to the shipments, logistical processing and allocation function.
    Promoting a “win-win” approach with all key brand partner
    Driving decision-making and problem solving relating to merchandise issues at the division and location level.
    Compiling communication and coordinating with the stores regarding product discontinuation, price changes and brand/item focus
    Identifying and creating Brand Markups and Retail Prices
    Establishing and maintaining intensive key item, key brand/class, and key location focus.
    Monitoring and forecasting inventory levels at the relevant product and location level.
    Managing and reviewing Replenishment orders for the relevant products based on model stock and trends to achieve optimal sales, profit and inventory performance.
     Identifying slow and best sellers, responding quickly to maximize sales and minimize risks.
    Implementing the agreed markdown strategy and communicating to stakeholders.
    Ensuring all inventory targets are met, including stock turnover, terminal stock, and movements to sale outlets.
    Identifying inter-store transfer of stock and direct the distribution of goods to achieve store sales / stock turn / gross margin goals across areas of responsibility

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Finance Manager - Bloomingdales - Dubai - Al Tayer Group LLC - United Arab Emirates

Person:
    You will provide the management teams of Corporate and Business Units with insight and analysis of business performance, market trends and strategic opportunities in order to support strategic business decision-making and the definition of the Group’s and BU’s strategic plans and targets.
    In addition you will direct and oversee the activities of ATG’s strategic finance function, which encompass facilitating the development of ATG’s corporate strategy and guiding the development of the BUs’ strategies; and ensure BUs strategic growth plans are in alignment with ATG’s organizational strategy

Experience:
    Minimum 8 to 10 years experience, with at least 5 years experience in Finance Manager or Budgeting and Reporting Manager role within the retail industry.
    Should be able to communicate effectively and have excellent negotiation skills.
    Should be able to participate and facilitate group meetings.
    Should be able to lead and motivate teams.

Purpose:
    Provide input on the company’s budget and control expenses of the function, ensuring it stays within its operating budget.
    Manage the timely preparation of the financial budget for the company in line with ATG requirements, working in coordination with Group Corporate Finance.
    Ensure effective implementation and enforcement of the approved budget; monitor and report on budget variance and identify key issues and potential corrective action.
    Provide key financial information within established timelines to the Finance Director in areas such as operating results and budget versus actual and report any issues with respect to planning and budgeting to the Finance Director.
    Ensure timely preparation and communication of periodic financial reports to Group Corporate Finance based on the guidelines defined.
    Manage financial reporting processes, monitor progress against budget and carry out periodic reviews, performance and valuation of assets and report findings to the Finance Director.
    Work with Group IT to ensure the overall accuracy, completeness, timeliness and usability of system generated financial data.
    Monitor the ongoing financial performance of the company and provide continued visibility to management
    Monitor the day-to-day cash needs for the company and develop comprehensive treasury management strategies and cash reporting mechanisms (including daily and cash in transit reporting) to ensure adequate liquidity.
    Ensure the implementation and enforcement of the established financial strategy as well as the financial policies and procedures and systems, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
    Design and maintain an effective control environment over all key financial processes including accounts receivable and accounts payables as well as accounting and reporting.
    Manage the external audit process including preparation of year end and interim financial statements to be produced in line with ATG and up to date IFRS guidelines.
    Provide financial and commercial analysis for business development opportunities and other adhoc projects, including NPV and IRR calculations to support the company’s decision making processes.
    Contribute to the annual and quarterly objective setting process for the business and how the company measures its achievement level for these objectives.
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Training Manager - Al Tayer Group LLC - United Arab Emirates

We are looking for a dynamic Training Manager for Al Tayer Motors; based in Dubai to formulate, plan and implement training and development activities to support our business objectives.

Experience:
    Five years relevant experience, with at least two years in a managerial / supervisory position.
    Experience in the automotive industry would be an advantage. 

Qualification:
Graduate in an discipline with a qualification in Training / Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities:
    Contribute to formulation of a training plan for the business.
    Implement the process for training needs identification and ensure these inputs are utilized to draw up division, department, function and individual priorities for training initiatives.
    Design and develop functional training and development programs based on both the business unit and  the individual's needs;
    Implement training and development initiatives in conjunction with corporate training department and ensure effective and timely administration of the training programs.
    Partner with the Technical and Product training departments in developing training programs in line with the development gaps identified.
    Monitor feedback from employees and group management, on the effectiveness of the learning and development programs offered. As well as monitor supplier training effectiveness.
    Implement methods to assess training effectiveness on the job to gauge post-training skill development of employees and to suggest enhancements in the training approach.
    Oversee the organization and maintenance of training documentation and administration system, to store, retrieve and utilize training needs information, program details, attendance and feedback data and other relevant information that may aid decision-making and future planning
    Provide periodic reports reflecting the training activities and recommend solutions to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.
    Remain abreast with developments in the field of training and recommend suitable approaches that can be adapted in the Company.
    Contribute to the creation and reinforcement of a learning culture / e-learning techniques/ packages by continuously initiating projects/tools that stimulate passion and commitment to learning/ professional growth.
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Expert In Administration - UNDP - Kuwait

Education:
    Masters or PHD in Public Administration or related field.

Experience:
    Minimum 8 year Experience in all areas related to general/public administration and the Training & Development areas.
    Previous working experience in the government sector.

The consultant is expected to provide technical administrative consultations to the Administration and Finance department at the General Secretariat for the Supreme Council of Planning and Development (GS-SCPD), with the following objectives:

    Strengthen the relationship between the Administration and Finance Department and other departments in GS-SCPD by using the most up-to-date best practices and procedures;
    Provide action-oriented recommendations and plan to reestablish the hierarchical organizational and administrative units and add specialties and responsibilities that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of different departments in the GS-SCPD;
    Provide proposals and recommendations to improve the Training Department’s credentials and expectations.
    Support the Training and Development Department by preparing and updating job descriptions of all employees in the General Secretariat;
    Simplifying work procedures for different departments within the GS-SCPD and provide recommendations and solutions to reduce paperwork and documentation cycles in order to accelerate and improve the performance of specified tasks;
    Continuous monitoring of the achievements in the periodic follow-up reports of the Training and Development Department in relation to the yearly plan and providing feedback to those reports;
    Issuing, monitoring, and distributing the “Services and Departmental Procedures Manual” to all different departments within the GS-SCPD;
    Issuing an annual bulletin that specifically identifies all the accomplishments and goals of the Training and Development Department and distributing that manual to all employees of the GS-SCPD;
    Improving and updating all the Training and Development Department forms, especially those related to the evaluation of employee performance and evaluation forms of employees after attending training, in coordination with the Civil Service Commission.

Expected Outcomes
    Technical and administrative studies and consultations;
    Develop and implement a strategy to strengthen the role of the Training and Development Department in the GS-SCPD;
    Improve the performance and qualifications of the Training and Department in all areas;
    Improving and reorganizing the organizational hierarchies and specialties in all units in coordination with all the different departments within the GS-SCPD;
    Revising and specifying significant outputs in the “services and procedures manual” and in all job descriptions assigned to each employee of the GS-SCPD.

Competencies
    Ability to advocate and provide policy advice;
    Awareness of the need for development and operational effectiveness;
    In depth knowledge and strong track record of using internationally oriented  programs and instruments;
    Good understanding of the rules governing program management and implementation modalities as set by the beneficiary. This attribute is a plus;
    Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programs and projects;
    Strong communication skills.

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Driving Test Consultant For The Ministry Of Interior - UNDP - Kuwait

Education:
    Degree in Police Studies or equivalent from an accredited university or police academy with extensive training and successful completion of upgrading examinations.

Experience:
    More than 20 years of relevant professional work experience after graduation, including field, administration, and training experience, and upgrading for senior ranks;
    Experience in implementing successful training schemes, development of national standards and guidelines, and promotion of integrated programs and achieving outcomes.
    Leadership in management of road policing / driving school department, and appreciation of traffic enforcement, and driving instructor and examiner requirements.
    Experience in the development of complex road safety, enforcement and traffic management strategy;

The consultant should demonstrate diverse skills in various areas of driving test, policing training, knowledge transfer, and capacity building including, but not necessarily be limited to, the following.

Technical Knowledge
    Knowledge of requirements of driving training, and a proven record of providing training for various professionals with strong appreciation of the benefit of link with world leaders in the driving test;
    Application of effective driving test programs and road safety and enforcement strategy through use of scientific knowledge, modern equipment, tactics and human resources development to deter unsafe and unacceptable driving behaviour on the road networks;
    Ability to strengthen skills of traffic police, engineers and technical staff to engender their leadership role in modern driving test system, enforcement, procedures, and relevant matters;
    Promotion of clever management practice to overcome problem of limited resources, knowledge in the modern driving test issues and relevant disciplines. Awareness of relevant areas such as driver license issues, vehicle registration, road engineering, traffic operations, vehicle issues, management, traffic camera, road user's behavior, enforcement, and coordination;
    Strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
    Awareness of relevant principles of roads, traffic management, vehicle types, driving license classifications, driver / road user behavior, and information systems.

Achieving Results
    Proven record of delivering training programs and running courses in the field of driving test;
    Appreciation of the protocol of data collection and analysis;
    Ensure work contributes to achieving organization and national goals;
    Ability to develop national driving standards and guidelines.

Staff Knowledge
    Ability to help staff to find a variety of ways to expand knowledge, and provide sustainable training and development program.

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Consultant To Develop Cultural Communication Strategy - UNDP - Kuwait

CONSULTANT TO DEVELOP CULTURAL COMMUNICATION STRATEGY AND MEDIA PROGRAM FOR THE DAR AL-ATHAR AL-ISLAMIYYAH

Education:
    Master’s degree required from an accredited four-year college or university in marketing and mass-communication with comprehensive knowledge of social sciences and history, or a related field.

Experience:
    At least three years experience in cultural communication in a museum or related educational institution;
    Demonstrated success in creating and implementing cultural communication programs for all age groups;
    Demonstrated success in “training the trainer” programmes;
    Membership of recognized professional bodies.

Duties and Responsibilities
    Develop strategies and provide training in the planning, implementation, coordination and evaluation of media and communication programs that meet the diverse needs of DAI audiences;
    Develop strategies and provide training in the development, implementation and evaluation of outreach communication strategies to promote DAI to target various demographics;
    Assess, develop and implement the current media plan;
    Prepare the specifications for the selection of the media agency which will be partnering the launch of the awareness campaign;
    Support DAI in the evaluation process and in the selection of the correct media partner candidate;
    Develop strategies and provide training in planning and implementing media campaigns for events, conferences, and exhibitions that are managed by DAI;
    Develop strategies and provide training in recruiting and managing employees and volunteers to plan and implement cultural communication programs;
    In collaboration with the curators and educational programmers, provide training related to the planning and development of public-relations programs, media workshops, symposiums, and other communication platforms to attract adult and youth audiences to Islamic art and culture;
    Undertake any other tasks pertaining to the consultancy deemed appropriate to DAI and UNDP.

Expected Outputs:
    DAI Kuwaiti nationals / appointed staff trained in media campaign planning for museums and communication strategies;
    Development of an operative manual for the staff which will lead the future communication strategies;
    Development of the Tender technical documentation and specifications for the selection of the media agency/partner for the launch of the campaign;
    Support to DAI in the selection of the correct media partner;
    Support in the implementation of the DAI media campaign;
    Monthly and final reports to assess the progress and the results of the mission.

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National Consultant For Educational Programs In Museums - UNDP - Kuwait

NATIONAL CONSULTANT FOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN MUSEUMS FOR DAR ALATHAR AL ISLAMIYYAH (DAI)

Education and Experience:
    Master’s degree required from an accredited four-year college or university in sciences, social sciences, history, or a related field with at least three years experience in an interpretive or educational program in a museum or related educational institution; a Master’s degree in a related field, with experience is preferred.
    Membership of recognized professional bodies.

Duties and Responsibilities
    Develop strategies and provide training in the planning, development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of education programs that meet the diverse needs of DAI audiences.
    Provide training in the development, implementation and evaluation of outreach strategies to promote DAI visiting classroom programs.
    Provide training in planning and implementing curriculum and educator training.
    Provide training in recruiting and managing volunteers to plan and implement programs.
    In collaboration with the curators, provide training related to the planning and development of public programs, teacher workshops, symposiums, and other educational services to help adult and youth audiences better understand Islamic art and culture.
    Undertake any other tasks pertaining to the consultancy deemed appropriate to DAI and UNDP.

Expected Outputs:
    Kuwaiti nationals / DAI appointed staff trained in building education programs for museums.
    Support to DAI educational department in implementing the methodology and the programs .
    Development of an operative manual for the staff which will organize  the suggested implementations.
    Monthly and final reports to assess the progress and the results of the mission.

Competencies
    Knowledge and familiarity with the DAI collection;.
    Knowledge and familiarity with the DAI cultural mission and vision;
    Knowledge and understanding of educational theory and trends, especially in the use of technology and media for educational goals;
    Skill in the development of programs and materials in a variety of formats for a range of audiences;
    Flexibility in adapting to rapidly changing needs and opportunities;
    Collaborative management style with proven success in a similar education leadership role;
    Entrepreneurial leadership, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and ability to excel in a high-performance culture;
    Demonstrated success in creating and implementing educational programs for all age groups;
    Demonstrated success in “training the trainer” programmes.

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