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    Network Engineer – Voice | Etimad Holding

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Oversee and maintain telecommunications infrastructure and its related software, including call management systems, VoIP, video conferencing, voice mail, and other telephony and network applications.• Develops monitoring solutions to alert teams on issues and ensure we maximize uptime• Support a corporate voice infrastructure using all of the following Cisco technologies: Call Manager, Unity, Voice Gateway, LAN routing & switching, wireless, and QoS• Provide highly skilled direct network-related technical support to in-house IT, administrative and scientific staff plus a constant stream of visitors.• Configure and deploy Arista and Brocade network switches• Primary support of the Aruba Wireless Network including deployment of new access point, configure and upgrade wireless controller and work with Tech Support to troubleshoot end-user issues.• Maintain network cabling infrastructure and function as main point of contact for cabling contractors• Work closely with the software development teams to ensure the network provides applications the performance they require.• Work closely with the UNIX/Storage and Desktop services teams to ensure they have the necessary network service• Maintaining, deploying and troubleshooting Cisco telecommunications systemsPerform additional responsibilities that may be added from time to time depending on organisational requirements

    • Min Bachelor of IT with 7 Years working experience • Professional Certificate: CCIE VoiceTechnical/Work Related Skills • Thorough Knowledge of CUCM (Voice and Video). • Written and verbal communication • Project management • Problem solving • Deploying & troubleshooting Cisco telecommunications systems • Knowledge of routing protocols • Cisco VoIP/UCCE environment

    Etimad Holding is a technology solutions and services company with dedicated focus on security system solutions, system integration, project fulfillment and execution. We are a dynamic company comprising of highly skilled individuals capable of providing solutions in our field as per the user’s requirements/demands. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – Digital Services – Tax Technology Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Digital Services – Tax Technology Manager – CairoLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryThe Digital Strategy and Operations team is a multidisciplinary regional team that supports both public and private sector clients, helping them to navigate the large tax and digital transformation that is taking place in the Middle East. The team has a particular focus on tax transformation projects that impact tax strategy, processes, policies and technologies. We support our clients by enabling their tax function to operate efficiently and effectively. A career within Digital Strategy and Operations, will provide you with the opportunity to work at the heart of the large scale tax transformation that the region is going through. You will have exposure to a variety of different projects and clients. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology and understands how technology can be applied to tax problems.To really stand out and make us ?t for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be an authentic and inclusive leader, at all grades/levels and in all lines of service. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future. As a Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to: – Pursue opportunities to develop existing and new skills outside of your comfort zone – Manage differently skilled resources in digital tax team to enhance their development – Participate in growing digital tax team by identifying skills required and work closely with the recruitment team to select the right resources – Act to resolve issues which prevent effective team working, even during times of change and uncertainty. – Coach others and encourage them to take ownership of their development – Analyze complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations – Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations – Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet the firm’s/client’s expectations – Develop a perspective on key global trends, including globalisation, and how they impact the firm and our clients – Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties – Focus on building trusted relationships – Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct

    The ideal candidate has: – A good understanding of different technologies applied in a tax environment – A good understanding of how tax is set up in ERP and other systems – Experience with data analytics for tax – Experience with automation solutions like workflow automation and RPA – Experience with dashboards and data visualization – The ability to articulate how to solve a tax business problem by using the best fit technology by taking into account all circumstances – The ability to demonstrate a good understanding of general business processes and the impact of tax and technology on this – A good understanding of the core elements of a tax department and the implications of technology for tax – Preferably had exposure to different taxes – Preferably had experience with E-invoicing – A mindset to search for solutions – A Masters degree in IT, Economics or similar. Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Community Manager | FTFT Capital Investments

    Employment:

    Full Time

    FT FT Capital Investments are looking for an enthusiastic Community Manager that will help build and grow our business in the UAE. The desired candidate will have the capability to work cross-functionally with internal partners to understand business objectives in order to communicate effectively with its customers. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and excited by the diverse range of opportunities and challenges.Responsibilities:• Managing and engaging with the organisation’s online community in a way that builds brand awareness• Responding to customer inquiries & comments on social platforms in a professional and timely manner• Monitor and provide feedback on engagement/conversation via social media channels to leadership• Build relationships with the online community such as customers, potential customers, industry professionals, and journalists• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry and digital trends• Work with social media managers to generate social content that will drive communications• Manage leads and referrals

    Requirements:• Experience in the Blockchain/crypto industry is ESSENTIAL • Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English• Problem Solving and time management skills• Strong customer focus with the ability to convey messages politely, tactfully and confidently in conflicts or challenging situations• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and manage time effectively

    Future FinTech Group Inc. is a leading blockchain technology R&D and application company incorporated in Florida. The operation of the Company includes a blockchain based online shopping mall platform, Chain Cloud Mall (“CCM”) , an incubator for blockchain based application projects, a digital payment system “DCON” and a cross-border e-Commerce platform “NONOGIRL”. The Company is also engaged in development of blockchain based e-Commerce technology as well as financial technology. More

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    Consultant/Manager – Energy Sector – Top Tier Strategy Consulting Firm | NSI & Bluefin Talent

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client, a Top Tier Strategy Consulting Firm is looking to expand their team in the Middle East Region. They are seeking to hire an Energy Sector Operations Consultant/ Manager on their Expert Track to be based in Dubai and cover the GCC Region. An ideal candidate comes in from a top tier strategy firm with expertise on Operations topics like supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, cost optimization, performance improvement, etc. across sectors like Oil & Gas, Power & Utilities, Chemicals, Process Industries, etc.This role helps clients create competitive advantage by enhancing their performance by providing project support in areas such as:- Operations and Cost Optimization- Procurement Strategy, strategic sourcing- Supply chain management- Strategy & Operations Planning- Lean and Industry 4.0

    Requirements:- A Masters or MBA or PHD from a top tier institution- A minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in the industry, a combination of industry and consulting experience (preferred) for the Consultant level and about 8-12 years for the Manager level.- Willing to travel and work on remote client sites- Proactive and entrepreneurial in nature- Ability to work in multicultural teams- Conduct workshops, lead interviews and support clients during the implementation processProfessional Skills:- Analytical and structured with excellent problem solving and quantitative skills- Excellent communication and persuasion skills to interact and manage stakeholders- Exceptional business sense and ability to work beyond core operations practice areas- Excellent written and spoken English (Arabic would be desirable, but not essential)- Excellent track record of project/team leadership and related achievements

    New Sourcing International (NSI) / Bluefin Talent have partnered so to offer a specialized recruitment solution within the Consulting and Financial services domains.

    Working together as a specialist search and selection agency, we concentrate on blue chip financial services and strategy / technology consulting organizations across Europe and the Middle East; focusing exclusively on Financial Services, IT and Risk. Being niche allows us to offer a premium search service, tailored to overcome the technically challenging nature of recruitment for the specialist functions that we work.

    We are dedicated to representing best of breed candidates in the region in our dedicated fields of employment. As such we are a leading outfit for placing ex-pats and internationally educated students in the region.

    Our biggest unique selling point, is that we are steered by a dedicated team of ex-financial services and industry professionals. This allows us to offer a level of candidate pre-screening for roles, which is largely anomalous to the recruitment profession. Our ability to bridge the technical knowledge gap typical recruiters encounter, coupled with a thorough delivery process allows us to drive consistently superior results for our clients sourcing requirements. Designed to provide a fast and efficient turnaround, we minimize the use of internal resources our clients spend vetting inadequate profiles, allowing them to quickly get back to focusing on their strategic goals.

    Our strength lies not only in the specialist nature of our firm, but also in the commitment we show towards our clients and candidates. We endeavour to build long-term relationships and recognise the crucial nature of communication throughout the recruitment process. Excellence, integrity, respect and transparency are cornerstone to the culture we promote. More

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    Health and Safety Expert | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Internal Firm Services – OtherManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryThe main purpose of this role is to ensure implementation of Health and Safety legal, firm, and global standards at the office. The role is taken as part of the nominated employee’s work role, and will account for a percentage of her/his total time provided in that role.- To lead implementation of the management system for health and safety, and provide feedback through employees and management to ensure the health and safety management system is in line with the office and network objectives- Ensure legal requirements in the country are implemented and provide feedback of compliance to the Business Resilience and OGC functions on periodical basis to ensure continuous compliance with the country’s legal requirements- Lead and plan the process office inspections and audits to ensure the office is equipped to respond to emergencies, then report on the inspection outcomes to the head of the department and the related office personnel- Contribute to the wider HSE objectives where needed, such as participation in projects, or studies in the office that will improve health and safety status at the workplace- Participate in the implementation of health and safety projects that are carried out in the firm, including other offices where required.- Lead the process of incident investigations and the tracking, reporting, and analyzing incidents including near misses at the office- Communicate with stakeholders in the office to ensure that health and safety awareness is maintained and improved- Acts as a technical reference within the office for health and safety issues, and responsible for providing necessary support and technical advice to ensure smooth activities and achievement of targets at each company- The job holder must demonstrate strong leadership skills to ensure consistent delivery of health and safety practices in the office / country.Training of non-qualified personnel:- Accredited as a health and safety expert by the authorities in Saudi ArabiaPeople:- To work closely with other colleagues of the BR management team with the aim of knowledge sharing, and successionPlanning:- Other resources or assets (e.g. contracts, service level agreements)- Monitor supplier agreements and contracts in line with procurement requirements- Environment Health and safety is a Network requirement which impacts the business as a whole. Failure to ensure the firm’s compliance and best practice in this area could result in prosecution, claims against the firm, increased insurance premium costs and reputational damage, which could lead to loss of business, as well as increase the risk to the health and safety of staff, contractors and visitors to our offices.- The role nominee needs to have professional understanding of health and safety requirements, s/he will need to be authorized to take action on ground and implement changes in the office.- The nominee needs to have good communication skills with office partners and staff, and be able to negotiate well implementation requirements.- A broad understanding of PwC and its functions. It is also important to understand the differences in the LoS and understand their roles and tasks in order to ensure the right advice is given that do not impede the function of the business. A solid understanding of the different functions of I&P and how they interact with each other and H&S as well as understanding the wider functions of Operations and how they interact with each other and with the different LoS.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Tax – Acceleration Centre (Transfer Pricing) Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Acceleration Centre (Transfer Pricing) Associate – CairoManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Transfer Pricing services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients develop compliant, tax efficient structures that help advance their business goals. You’ll focus on all aspects of documentation planning, dispute resolution, and advance pricing agreements.Our team is responsible for all aspects of intercompany pricing arrangements between related business entities, including transfers of intellectual property, transfers of tangible goods, services and loans, and other financing transactions.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As an Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.- Share and collaborate effectively with others.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Follow risk management and compliance procedures.- Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.- Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner – verbally and in the materials I produce.- Build and maintain an internal and external network.- Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Role requirements:- Bachelors in Finance, or Accounting- Experience: Between fresh graduates and upto 1-2 years of work- Knowledge of finance OR economic OR tax concepts (would be great if they have some basic knowledge of Transfer Pricing)- Good communication skills, preferably with Arabic speaking and writing capability – Capability and willingness to work hard in a timeline driven set upTravel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Accounting & Payroll – IT PMO Fixed Contract (4 Months) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Accounting & Payroll – IT PMO Fixed Term Contract (4 Months) – DohaLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismTRS ConsultingManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Financial Accounting practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.Our team provides our clients with customised accounting services based on their in house needs and current International Financial Reporting Standards (International Financial Reporting Standards) guidelines. You’ll work with our team to provide specialist advice and training in areas such as financial instruments, business combinations, pensions and share schemes, listings, corporate treasury, company secretarial and corporate governance.Description:The responsibilities of the PMO Manager include managing the day-to-day activities in the PMO, providing guidance on PMO policies and processes, overseeing project management staff, and collaborating with other department leaders to develop projects and programs.To be successful as a PMO Manager, you should demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Ultimately, a top-notch PMO Manager should be well organized and able to work under pressure.PMO Manager Responsibilities:- Collaborating with other department leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects.- Planning project management, including setting deadlines, prioritizing tasks, and assigning team members to various deliverables.- Analyzing financial data, including project budgets, risks, and resource allocation.- Providing financial reports and budget outlines to Executives.- Overseeing the development of the project and ensuring that team members are carrying out their tasks efficiently while upholding the organization’s standards.- Drafting new and improving existing project management office policies and processes.- Continuously evaluating projects to ensure they are meeting standards, adhering to budgets, and meeting deadlines.- Accurately documenting the project’s creation, development, and execution as well as documenting the project’s scope, budget, and justification.

    – Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or Engineering or equivalent work experience required- 10+ years of IT and business experience in strategic planning, development, implementation and maintenance of systems, preferably across multiple hardware and software platforms- A Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification may be advantageous.- Out of the 10 years required, a minimum of 7 years’ experience in a managerial position may be advantageous.- Experience in PMO and execution of multiple related development projects simultaneously, particularly as Project Manager on systems development, with working knowledge of Systems Development Lifecycle and the Project Management Lifecycle- Strong leadership skills.- Good written and verbal communication skills.- Strong attention to details and technicalities.- Excellent organizational and technical skills.- Good interpersonal and multi-tasking skills.Preferred:- Master’s degree in business- or technology-related field- Locally available in Qatar- Arabic proficiencyTravel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Rewards Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Rewards Associate – JordanLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll focus on helping the local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.Our Total Rewards team plays an important role in supporting the attraction, engagement, and retention of key talent for the Firm. As part of the team, you’ll help develop and administer our total rewards programme by focusing on areas such as competitive benchmarking, tax and regulatory compliance, and incentive design and linkage to performance management.Responsibilities: – Manage compensation & benefits related data for PwC ME – Produce adhoc reports and analysis – Assist with the drafting of Reward Policies & Procedures – Assist with year end salary and bonus planning cycle

    Requirements:- Ability to maintain highly confidential information is essential – Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines – Excellent problem solving, analytical, and decision making skills – Strong attention to detail and data accuracy is essential – Must be a self-motivated problem-solver – High competentence in Excel and ideally Google Sheets – comfortable with vlookups and pivot tables with a desire to expand this skill set further – Basic PowerPoint / slide skills Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More