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    Network Planning & Scheduling Manager | RATP Dev

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job title Network Planning & Scheduling Manager M/FAbout the company RATP Dev, in the Middle East and across the world, is committed to developing and optimising public transportation systems. Everywhere, we operate to boost the local economy and quality of life of our passengers. Everywhere, we are driven by excellence, passion and determination in welcoming challenge.RATP Dev Middle East is the regional head office which operates and maintains urban transportation systems in multiple countries, on four continents, carrying more than 1.5 billion annual passengers on its networks. Headquartered in Dubai, RATP Dev Middle East has become a leading, innovative and sustainable mobility player in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.?In the wider MENA region, RATP Dev Mobility Cairo (RDMC) will soon be in charge of the operations and maintenance of Cairo Line 3 and its future extensions therefore we are actively sourcing quality talent for this new and exciting venture in Egypt.About the job – Assists the Operations & Engineering Manager in his duties.- Develops the transport offer is delivered in accordance with transport manager, maintenance, customer services and HR directions.- Is responsible for setting up processes, methods, and organisation for operations & engineering, such as :* Running of line 3 and futures extensions of line 3 (Phase 4) ensuring the adapted transport offers,* Providing the timetables planning of train services, overseeing the roster of all operations staff,* Increase passengers revenue incomes.- Ensures relations with the various services (maintenance, operations, customer service, quality and HR teams).- Defines medium- and long-term strategies for operations for the line(s) he manages.- Manages the scheduling and rostering database.- Prepares, validates and deploys corrective action plans following performance analyses (including service reability analysis, performance, service regulation calculation, planning staff, roster scheduling and timetables preparation).- Informs the different calendar tools on time for operations (for instance : OGT or equivalent, MMS, …) and ensures the link with planners and dispatching officers.- Analyzes the traffic and the revenues analysis in other to prepare adjusted timetables and the training to be prepared and managed.- Explores the different ways for timetable improvement and makes proposals.- Guarantees operational KPI targets of the line are met.- Interviews and validates new staff after the HR process.Personnel, who manage, perform and verify work affecting quality, railway safety, workplace safety (OH&S) and impacting on the environment shall:- Ensures staffs under their control are aware of their responsibilities relating to the company’s Rail Safety Manual, Health & Safety Manual and current Policies & Procedures.- Initiates actions to prevent the occurrence of non-conformance relating to the company’s Rail Safety Manual, Health & Safety Manual and current Policies & Procedures.- Identifies and record problems relating to the company’s Rail Safety Manual, Health & Safety Manual and current Policies & Procedures.- Initiates, recommend or provide solutions to issues relating to the company’s Rail Safety Manual, Health & Safety Manual and current Policies & Procedures.

    Requirements Qualifications:- Diploma / Degree in Engineering or any related discipline.Knowledge:- Good English drafting skills for preparing the modules/procedures.- Working knowledge of computers.- Experience of training- English language and the local language- Defining medium and long term strategies for Operation of the lines- Drafting operation rules & procedures- Drafting training documentation- Management skills- Communication skills (Oral and Written)Experience:- 5-7 years’ experience of extensive proven gained in a public transportation / Aviation or similar environment.Other requirements for the role We offer a competitive remuneration package. If your qualifications, experience and skills fit our requirements, please click on the “Apply” button above and we will review your application.

    We operate and maintain urban and intercity transportation systems in 12 countries, on four continents, carrying more than 1.5 billion annual passengers on our networks.

    Our parent company, RATP, is the transportation operator for Paris and the surrounding region. It ensures 12 million trips a day on one of the world’s densest and most multi-modal transportation network.

    As the world’s fifth-largest transportation company, RATP Group runs and maintains tens of thousands of kilometers of subway, bus, tram, and urban or intercity rail lines around the globe.

    Every day we innovate for smarter, more sustainable cities by designing, operating and maintaining networks for the well-being of our passengers. Our key words: passion and determination. More

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    IT Manager | AccorHotels

    Employment:

    Full Time

    What’s in it for you: – Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide- Learning programs through our Academies- Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21.Main Duties: – Communicate, plan and manage the implementation of Information Technology to the hotel in accordance with corporate Information Technology standards, strategies and priorities.- Ensure annual initiatives are on schedule and clear ownership is in place at the hotel.- Measure Information Technology costs, benefits and performance at the hotel and provide information to hotel management and Regional Director of Information Technology.- Ensure business continuity and disaster plans are in place and tested with the hotel.- Ensure corporate Information Technology standards and best practices are communicated, implemented and measured at the hotel.- Work with Business Management to expedite access and better utilization of information.- Ensure guest IT queries are managed to defined standards with minimal risks.- Ensure the hotel adopts and maintains brand standards for guest and business services in relation to Information Technology services and offerings.- Consistently promote the brand and encourage the use of the brand by Information Technology suppliers.- Identify and ensure all hotel data has ownership and accountability within the organization.- Assist end-user problems for all departments.- Manage and monitor local vendors and/or local representatives of global/area vendors.- Supervise and monitor all IT related hardware and software installations.- Ensure that critical hotel data is secured and in line with stated corporate standards and best practices.- Ensure access control is in line with stated corporate standards and best practices.- Performs other duties assigned by Director of Finance & Business Support.- Assist/support Finance Department with requested reports and data analysis.- Ensure that critical hotel data is backed up on daily basis.- Manage the local process for issue management, enhancements and application fixes.- Plan, coordinate and implement periodical preventive maintenance schedule for all IT related hardware and software.- Control, review and monitor operating statements & expenses and solve discrepancies in technology charges.- Follow up and maintain IT inventory.- Manage and control the life-cycle of technology based software and hardware assets and ensure them updated and maintained in specific periods.- Ensure and control secure server environment according to corporate Information Technology policy and standards.- Prepare annual FF&E and Information Technology operating budgets based on hotel operations and departmental needs and requirements- Follow up and control hotel systems compliance according to corporate Information Technology standards/policies and PCI information security standard and take action to determine and solve deficiencies- Perform and monitor daily critical hotel data backups and routine hardware & software maintenances- Follow up all IT related vendor and third party outsourcing & maintenance SLA contracts.

    Qualifications: – A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment- Refined verbal and written communication skills- A minimum of 5 years of hotel technology experience preferred- Strong analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills- Capable of handling fast paced, multi-project assignments- Exceptional attention to detail- Maintain a work environment that is comfortable, user-friendly, and organized- Ability to adapt to new demands, reprioritize workload and address urgent demands quickly- Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully to all colleagues and all internal/external resources- Eagerness and ability to learn new skills, technologies and business processes quickly- Must be adaptable to changing business environmentYour team and working environment: – In a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow’s hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor.Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

    A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.

    We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making “Feel Welcome” resonate as the finest hotel promise.

    From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels’​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services. More

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    Contract Compliance Vendor Management Specialist | RecruitME

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Operations Team provides support to help leadership make informed strategic decisions on running, growing, and improving the business as well as managing and onboarding of new vendors/experts. We have strong relationships and work closely with executive leadership, including Managing Directors & Partners.Responsibilities would include• Evaluating new vendors, suppliers and experts and the work that they will be providing • Evaluating performance across client industries and service offerings• Understanding potential supplier risks when engaging with contractors; conduct risk assessment for client facing contractors and highlight associate risks and recommend mitigation steps to Finance Director• Writing up policies, reviewing contracts and pricing in alignment with global processes and procedures• Run the onboarding of new vendors via the Coupa system as well as overseeing the screening of new vendors• Provide support during local audits and assisting the Finance director in reporting back to Global• Responsibilities will also involve involvement in some legal/contracting aspects such as:• Ability to clearly explain legal and contracting terminology in supplier contracts to business owners and stakeholders• Understand the different types of supplier agreements and subcontracting processes, and advise stakeholders on the correct contracting process• Basic review and negotiation of contractual agreements prior to escalating to Legal Team• Comfortable with drafting/reviewing contractual documents based on contracting templates (i.e. Independent Contractors Agreements, Statement of Works, Amendment Agreements)

    • Current residence in the UAE• Legal and compliance background as well as relevant experience and a Degree• Sound analytical and reporting skills combined with excellent English communication skills; written and oral• Proven ability to work effectively in a global environment with people at all levels, preferably in a professional services organization• Advanced computer literacy• Experience with and exposure to data analytics, contract writing, risk assessment and business intelligence tools; writing queries, building reports, and diagnosing issues• Experience in procurement procedures• Ability to structure hypothesis, build thoughtful analyses and bring clarity to previously undefined problems• Desire and flexibility to work through details with keen attention to accuracy

    RecruitME are a specialized recruitment consultancy supplying top tier business support staff to Dubais leading multinational organizations. We carefully source, screen and select only the very best candidates to assist our clients in making easier recruitment decisions faster.

    Differentiating ourselves from standard recruitment agencies our consultants have been carefully chosen for their backgrounds in business support for leading multinational organizations. Having been both the client and the candidate previously, we have an insiders understanding of the recruitment process and our clients needs.

    What we do:

    Specializing in business support positions we can assist in introducing a small selection of experienced administration, finance and human resource candidates with the relevant experience to benefit your business. Our careful screening process ensures that we have met with and can give a concise overview of each candidates skills and current situation before you meet them.

    We pride ourselves on sending our clients only the very best available candidates in the market to ensure a simplified, hassle free and timely recruitment experience for all involved. More

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    Relationship Manager – Wealth Management | McGregor Boyall

    Employment:

    Full Time

    In this role as Wealth Management Relationship Manager, you will work with personal and business clients to meet their trust, financial planning, investment and insurance needs. As an integral part of the Wealth Management team, you will cultivate new trust and investment opportunities and referrals and build and maintain client relationships. Build relationships with key clients and influencers across the UAE Market, primarily the Abu Dhabi market, seeking referrals to grow your list of clients. Sourcing new customers for the Wealth Management business across the region. Focusing on developing a book of clients. Bring in assigned/target upfront revenue for the business. Increase assets under management. Bring in fresh deposits as per target. To provide & maintain, on an ongoing basis, a daily sales report, figures, forecasting & any other records which may be required by the Team Leader/Head to keep up-to-date records of sales & performance. Understanding the needs of the end customer & providing appropriate financial solutions. To ensure customer documentation is complete & in compliance with the bank’s requirements. Looking for candidates across various levels, with 3-10 years of experience in wealth management. CISI qualified preferred. Strong knowledge of financial products and services, with a good understanding of how economic events impact global markets. Excellent experience with Bancassurance products & different Wealth products. Proven experience of working as either a Wealth Manager or Private Banker currently managing a book of HNW clients.McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

    Looking for candidates with 3-10 years of experience in wealth management to fill various roles. Primarily looking for RMs with client base in Abu Dhabi. Also open to RMs with client base in Dubai and other Emirates. CISI qualification preferred.

    Established in 1987, McGregor Boyall is a global recruitment consultancy providing permanent and contract / interim professionals across a wide variety of disciplines including Technology, Risk, Finance, Compliance, Legal, Marketing and HR & Talent Management. Since our inception, we have built an unrivalled reputation for helping organisations recruit the very best talent to ensure that they realise their business and operational objectives.

    Headquartered in the city of London, and with further offices throughout the UK (Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Glasgow) as well as globally in Dubai and Singapore, we are able to offer recruitment solutions throughout the UK & Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific regions. More

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    IT Administrator | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As the IT Administrator, you will be responsible to maintain the systems and networks, upgrade and install new hardware and software, perform troubleshooting, back up data and manage security.Client DetailsA leading organisation in Abu Dhabi investing heavily in technology.Description* Analyse, design, Install and maintain networks (LAN/WAN), guard and monitor connectivity between main office and site offices linked with VPN’s.* Upgrading, installing and configuring new hardware and software to meet company objectives.* Configure the AD policies, backup servers, emails and related data, and store them in a well-organized manner.* Manage and maintain VoIP telephony systems, SharePoint configuration management and Configure and manage cloud Azure & AWS.* Install and maintain IT security equipment’s such as firewalls, routers and switches, Anti-virus, Anti-Malware and Anti-spam software’s whilst ensuring their periodical updates.* Performing diagnostic tests and debugging procedures to optimize computer systems.* Designing and implementing efficient end-user feedback and error reporting systems.* Supervising and mentoring IT department employees, as well as providing IT support.* Keeping up to date with advancements and best practices in IT administration.Job Offer* Competitive salary package on offer for the most suitable candidate.

    * Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or related disciplines.* Must have between 7-10 years of overall IT experience with strong IT administration experience.* Experience with hardware and software installation and support in a corporate WAN/LAN environment.* Experience in configuration and managing Azure & AWS.* Experience with NAS and SAN storage systems.* Must have worked on Security systems and policies along with hands one experience in Sharepoint.

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

    Finance & Accounting
    Banking & Financial Services
    Procurement
    Property & Construction
    Engineering & Supply Chain
    Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering
    Human Resources
    Sales
    Marketing
    Technology
    Secretarial
    Executive Search
    Legal

    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Service Desk Engineer/Analyst | Propel Consult

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client is seeking a Service Desk Engineer to provide technical support to internal staff, dedicated consultants, and business partners.In this role you will be responsible for :• Ensuring that all incidents are accurately recorded, assigned and managed using the Service Desk Tool (SDT)• Ensuring that requests from end users via either in-person or remote (telephone or email) are dealt with in a professional and courteous manner and resolved upon first contact where possible• Supporting and troubleshooting of wireless access and connectivity • Supporting and troubleshooting of iPhone, iPad, Android, and other tablet devices• Comms Room Tasks – Port configuration and troubleshooting; understanding of how firewall rules impact connectivity; wiring comms room equipment; understanding of how UPS and AC’s works • Managing and scheduling local vendors for comms room equipment maintenance and support• Supporting all desktop related operations, including the installation of software packages and administration of OS• Administration and support of Microsoft technologies as it relates to Operating System, Intune MDM, SharePoint, and network services • Conducting end-to-end service ensuring that there is follow-up until resolution of incidents. Conduct IT-Walkthroughs to ensure that non-reported incidents are addressed • Creating and managing user accounts, groups, and distribution lists, and perform password resets.

    To be considered for this role you must have the following skills and experience:• 5 + years experience as Service Desk Analyst/Engineer• Experience in working with applications and systems to undertake analysis, diagnosis and resolution of problems, which may range from straightforward to more complicated technical issues.• Must be able to work in a high-pressure environment to help provide consistently high-quality service and support to end users with excellent communication skills and telephone manner• Highly organized and effective in managing multiple tasks while maintaining high levels of user satisfaction • Excellent organizational skills and experience managing incidents, business expectations, and communication• Strong knowledge of Microsoft-based systems• Working knowledge of AV and Video setup • BA/BS degree (required) • Computer software and hardware troubleshooting knowledge and experience• Software and hardware courses and/or certifications a plusPreferred Qualifications • ServiceNow experience or certification• Service Desk Institute Analyst certification • Microsoft certification o Windows 7/10 and other MS technologies • Practical VMWare (Vsphere and/or Horizon View) experience• Comp TIA A+• ITIL certification is a plus • Cisco telephony, AV and video conferencing skills, Teams/Webex/Zoom• MS, Cisco, VMware technical training and/or certifications are a plus Education

    Propel Consult delivers a service in step with the needs of both our client companies and candidates. Our ability to add value to all levels of recruitment stems from our wholehearted belief in providing a professional service to both parties.
    We have built relationships with many leading indigenous and mulitnational organisations throughout the Middle East and internationally in countries such as UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt and many more.
    Concentrating our resources has created 5 distinct specialist divisions:

    Banking & Finance
    Human Resources
    Oil & Gas
    Construction
    Architecture & Engineering More

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    Business Development Manager | Propel Consult

    Employment:

    Full Time

    CompanyOur client is an international payment services company. They are currently looking for a Business Development Manager to be based in Bahrain.Duties & Responsibilities: Strategic• Identifying new sales leads • Pitching products and/or services • Maintaining fruitful relationships with existing customers • Developing growth strategies and plans • Managing and retaining relationships with existing clients • Introduce our products and services to banks and financial institutions through effective partnerships • Identifying and mapping business strengths and customer needs • Researching business opportunities and viable income streams • Reporting on successes and areas needing improvementsOperational • Researching organizations and individuals online (especially on social media) to identify new leads and potential new markets• Researching the needs of other companies and learning who makes decisions about purchasing• Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and set up meetings• Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives • Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events • Research and identify new business opportunities – including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products and services – or new ways of reaching existing marketsPeople• Contacting clients to inform them about new developments in the company’s products• Negotiating and renegotiating by phone, email, and in person • Developing sales goals for the team and ensuring they are met• Training personnel and helping team members develop their skills• Equipping staff with the technical and social skills needed to enhance sales• Reviewing clients’ feedback and implementing necessary changes• Remaining in tune with trends in consumption to ensure that our offerings remain relevant• Liaise with the all departments in the company as appropriate• Seek ways of improving the way the business operates• Attend seminars, conferences, and events where appropriate

    Qualification & Requirements:• Bachelor’s degree in Related field• 5-10 years of B2B sales experience gained within sales, marketing, or business administration• Preferable in financial institutions B2B acquiring business• Proven sales track record• Experience in customer support is a plus

    Propel Consult delivers a service in step with the needs of both our client companies and candidates. Our ability to add value to all levels of recruitment stems from our wholehearted belief in providing a professional service to both parties.
    We have built relationships with many leading indigenous and mulitnational organisations throughout the Middle East and internationally in countries such as UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt and many more.
    Concentrating our resources has created 5 distinct specialist divisions:

    Banking & Finance
    Human Resources
    Oil & Gas
    Construction
    Architecture & Engineering More

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    Security Services Consultant (IAM) | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction Information and Data are some of the most important organizational assets in today’s businesses. As a Security Consultant, you will be a key advisor for IBM’s clients, analyzing business requirements to design and implement the best security solutions for their needs. You will apply your technical skills to find the balance between enabling and securing the client’s organization with the cognitive solutions that are making IBM the fastest growing enterprise security business in the world.Your Role and Responsibilities This is a full-time position for a junior services consultant responsible for supporting and deploying products belonging to Security “Identity and Access Management” software portfolio. The position requires working with customers to implement, upgrade, enable and support installations of the IBM Security products both remotely and at customers’ sites. This role is about partnering with the broader IBM team to ensure customers are deploying and receiving value from the Security Software they have purchased from IBM.This position requires:- Basic experience in designing and deploying solutions based on Security software portfolio, preferably in the Identity and Access Management domain. This includes working as a team member with client personnel and other IBM teams to identify functional requirements and subsequently working with or in some instances leading others in the identification, justification, design and deployment of the client’s solution.- demonstrated technical knowledge across multiple platforms, processes or architectures.- IT consulting skills, as well as the ability to act as a client advisor.- Demonstrating knowledge and skills in the Security domain.- Should have demonstrated communications skills – both written/verbal.- Able to understand and assess business and regulatory requirements, evaluate possible design for the requirement and translate the business needs and regulatory requirements into appropriate solution.- Functional and non-functional Security requirements definition and documentation experience.- Develop migration plans and risks for migration from previous versions to current versions of SW.- Should possess the technical/functional skills necessary to understand Security project engagements.- Helps clients in defining the roadmap for deployment of Security solution.- Participate in training efforts. Identify opportunities to cross-sell other services.- Demonstrate a general knowledge of market trends, competitor activities and service lines. – Build and nurture positive working relationships with clients with the intention to exceed Client expectations.- Understand clients’ business environment and pain areas. Participate in proposal development efforts. Participate in “add-on” sales to client.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise – Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or Information Systems – 1+ year experience in designing and deploying solutions based on Security Software portfolio in the Identity and Access Management space – Readiness to travel 50% travel annually – English: Fluent – Ability to develop strong customer relationships – Negotiation & communication skills – Knowledge of Professional Services process and tools – Knowledge of Arabic language will represent a plus

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More