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    Principal Support Engineer – Core Database DBA Expert | Oracle

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Advanced Customer Services is a global organization within Oracle, providing tailored mission-critical support services to customers with complex IT requirements. We provide customized, proactive solutions for all Oracle applications and technologies: Sun Servers and Storage, Database, Middleware and Applications. Advanced Services Engineers (ASE) provides support in the continuous operational improvement of Oracle environments. ASEs do this by leveraging Oracle’s support-based intellectual property and customers’ experiences throughout their involvement with Oracle’s technologies. Our goal is for every customer to gain ever-more value from their Oracle Solutions by helping them make well informed decisions regarding the implementation; management and use of Oracle technologies. Core Activities And Responsibilities• Delivering high quality technical services to ACS customers. • Ensuring adherence to internal methodology, tools and quality standards. • Proactively foresee existing customer needs and activities to provide better support and remain engaged with customer focused activities • Work with other Oracle LOBs and Partners to ensure that knowledge is transferred both into and out of ACS, and act as technical Subject Matter Experts where required • Be focused on innovation and technology and understand how these can be used to benefit both customers and ACS • Manage and resolve Customer Requests according to product main strategy and model. • Respond and resolve customer issues within Key Performance Indicator targets. • Maintain an up-to-date and in-depth knowledge of new products. • Ensure the timely completion of planned proactive tasks and Customer Requests. • Owning and resolving problems and managing customer expectations throughout the life cycle in accordance with global standards. • Working towards, adopting and contributing to new processes and tools (ODC, diagnostic methodology, health checks, scripting tools, etc.

    Related Work Experience • The candidate should have MIN 5-8 years of experience in using and administrating Oracle database server with strong knowledge of UNIX, Linux and/or Windows. • Experience in RAC, DB Performance, or Backup/Recovery is a Must. Formal Education or Equivalent• The candidates should have a degree in Computer science or similar. • Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) is a must/ (OCM) is a plus in Oracle platform products including database, Cloud certified is preferred. Skills • Strong knowledge of UNIX, Linux and/or Windows. • Experience in RAC, DB Performance, DB patching/DB upgrades or Backup/Recovery is a must. • Experience with Exadata is required • More of the following technical areas is a plus: Oracle Security Products, Oracle Data Guard, Oracle Golden Gate, SQL Tuning, Corruption, Super Cluster, ZFS, ZDLRA. • Having excellent written and spoken English is a must with strong Communication skills. • Candidate should have Customer focus, working globally, team working and results orientation skills. Others (Mandatory)• Excellent Incident and Problem Management skills. • Flexibility to work within a “Follow the Sun” global shift rota, covering local OR non-local day-time hours, including holidays and weekends, on a rotational basis • Ability to be “on-call” support as part of an on-call rotation shared across team members • Willing to travel for long tasks or high frequency

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.

    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.

    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More

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    Consulting- TMU- Senior Consultant | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorBusiness ServicesSpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryEducation (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required SkillsOptional SkillsDesired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel RequirementsUp to 60%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?YesJob Posting End Date

    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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    IT Technical Manager – ERP Application | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position Title: IT Technical Manager – ERP Application Employment Type: Full Time Salary: depending on experience and qualificationsJob Location: Dubai, UAEAbout the Client: A well established group of companies handling various business units such as distribution of motor vehicles, real estate development, home electronics and computer operating systemsJob Description: ? Implement, design, develop, enhance and support Oracle ERP and Third Party Integrated Solutions by following Oracle best standard practices? Interface with key stakeholders and apply technical proficiency across different stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).? Define project requirements by identifying project milestones, developing schedules, assigning, prioritizing and monitoring work, implementing, and resolving system related problems proactively? Manage and support Oracle ERP and other In-house applications (E.g. Telnet, AYERP, BI, Web, Mobile, Kibana and Cloud applications, etc.)? Deliver quality code deliverables, by applying all types of validations, testing, code review and support activities related to implementation

    Qualifications:? With 8 years of experience in IT Industry? Bachelor’s degree in IT or any relevant field? Proficient experience and knowledge in the ERP Project Implementations, Application Upgrade, Third party Integrations, Web and Mobile Integration, VAT Implementation and Support Project ? Expertise in Oracle modules functional setups ? Expertise in Oracle Technical development components CEMLI, RICE, RICEW, FRICEHow to Apply:Send your CV in word format to: ITJOBZ2020 AT GMAIL DOT COM and use “IT Technical Manager” as email subject

    RTC-1 Employment Services is a licensed recruitment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Our team has been in the market since 2004 and we are supporting various industries with their staffing needs across the Middle East and Africa. More

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    Senior Support Engineer – ACS – Oracle Engineered Systems | Oracle

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Oracle Advanced Customer Services (ACS) is looking for Advanced Service Engineers (ASEs) to deliver proactive and reactive technical support to customers. The Advanced Customer Services (ACS) is a unit within Oracle’s Customer Service Organization that enables long term advanced support relationships with many of Oracle’s largest customers.The ACS Advanced Service Engineering organization consists of a diverse, highly skilled, and specialized team Advanced Support Engineers (ASE) who bring deep technical expertise in the entire Oracle Product and technology set. As integral part of a global Organization, the ASE will be working within an international environment and contribute to global technology driven initiatives or innovation programs for continuous service improvements. Regular training is available and required to maintain an up to date knowledge of latest developments of Oracle products and services. For this position, we look for an experienced, talented and self-motivated Advanced Support Engineers to work onsite or remotely from customer premises mostly in the Cairo area. Occasional travel across the country and sometimes outside of Egypt may be required. Working as a ES Specialist this position is part of the ACS Delivery organization. The role is focused on Production operation support for Oracle Infrastructure products, mainly deployed on Oracle Engineered Systems Platforms but also in SPARC platforms, and on Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or Cloud at Customer (ExaCC) deployments. RESPONSIBILITIES – Client-specific and proactive support of dedicated ACS customers to ensure operational excellence of Oracle Infrastructure & Platform deployments on premise, in the Cloud or both – Act as a trusted technology advisor for our ACS customers with a deep knowledge of the customer’s requirements and environments – Maintain effective professional relationships within the global ACS practice, with Oracle Technical Account Managers (TAM), Oracle Product Support and customer staff at various levels – In close cooperation with the Technical Account Manager, act as a customer advocate within the Oracle eco system – Customer solution architecture advice and reviews, conceptual support (e.g. Security, High Availability, Performance, maintainability) – Technical assistance with installation & Configuration, health checks, applying best practices for modern IT environments – Performance assessments and tuning assistance – Proactive Upgrade and Patch Management advice Implementation planning – Advise customers on product evolutions and features, avoidance of predictable issues – Lead to innovation by Knowledge Transfer, prepare and deliver technical workshops or training, designed to educate customers or peers on technology related updates – In close collaboration with Oracle Global Customer Support, deliver critical technical support tasks, connected or onsite, e.g. issue reproduction and resolution, testing and validation of fixes- Facilitate root cause analysis for product problems and identify method of resolution – Provide and verify workarounds or patches – Resolve complex or previously unknown issues, requiring deep technical expertise and strong interdisciplinary teamwork – Interact with key customer personnel to enhance collaborative problem solving – Follow through escalation management as required – Research and respond to technical enquiries

    EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS: – At least 5 years’ hands-on experience in working with Oracle Database and Infrastructure products, in particular Oracle Engineered Systems including Exadata, Oracle Database Appliance (ODA), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Oracle Exadata Cloud at Customer (ExaCS and ExaCC) or comparable platforms – Advanced OS Administration skills with Unix / Linux (Oracle Linux or Red Hat Linux) are essential. Solaris and Solaris-Cluster skills are a plus – Hands-on experience in installation, configuration, operation and administration for one or more Oracle Cloud / Platform and Infrastructure products, preferably Oracle Engineered Systems (Exadata, ODA, BDA), Oracle Private Appliance (PCA), or cloud deployments with Oracle Exadata Cloud at Customer (ExaCS and ExaCC) or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) – Knowledge and experience is associated storage options, ZFS Storage appliance, ZFS Storage-Pool – Knowledge on implementing and maintaining related Oracle products: Real Application Clusters (RAC) and Oracle Grid Infrastructure, Enterprise Manager OEM, Grid Control, Oracle VM / KVM, Oracle Directory Server – Will add a plus to have solid knowledge and experience on the following topics: – Networking products and technologies: Network switches, Networks protocols, Network Security (firewalls), load balancers. Cisco CCNA and or similar certifications – Backup and Recovery projects. RMAN,. ZDLRA (Zero Data Loss Recovery Appliance) and Oracle ASM (Automatic Storage Management) – Experience on automated deployment tools (DevOps) – Experience as Oracle DBA is an additional plus PERSONAL COMPETENCIES: – Excellent analytical skills and systematic practical orientation – Self-motivated and resourceful, self-education attitude – Distinct receptiveness to technical innovations – Strong communication skills in Spanish and English verbal and in writing – Good presentation and documentation skills – Work as a team-player and demonstrate own initiative – Ability to work unperturbed under pressure in escalated situations – Effective communication with appropriate hierarchy levels – Demonstrate ownership of complex (escalated) issues or problems – Excellent Incident and Problem Management skills. – Flexibility to work within a “Follow the Sun” global shift rota, covering local OR non-local day-time hours, including holidays and weekends, on a rotational basis – Ability to be “on-call” support as part of an on-call rotation shared across team members – Willing to travel for long tasks or high frequency

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.

    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.

    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More

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    Senior Consultant to Director, Transformation Architecture | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Consultant to Director, Transformation Architecture, Business ConsultingAs a Transformation Architecture Consultant in Transformation Architecture, you will be part of the team that helps clients solve enterprise-wide strategic, organizational, and operational issues by architecting solutions for complex problems. The focus activities would be related translating strategy, redesigning operating models, transforming the operations and processes, and improving overall business performance. You will be expected to define problems and hypothesize solutions, facilitate client discussions, and present proposed improvements, perform qualitative and quantitative research for analytical purpose and consolidate different findings to support implementation activities. Our consultants work expands beyond client work, as you would be expected to support on business development activities, proposal writing and knowledge building activities.At EY, we believe your career is a journey and we are committed to providing an array of exciting opportunities to help you find the career path that is right for you. The OpportunityEY is looking for Transformation Architecture Consultants to join our expanding Business Consulting team in Riyadh . We are looking for consultants to join us at various grades (Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager/Manager/Senior Manager/Director). For Senior Manager and Directors, sector experience in Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction (RHC), and Government & Public Sector (GPS) is highly preferable. Your responsibilities- Growth Strategy – assisting the client with developing a long-range, multi-year view of growth options and strategic recommendations. – Strategic Planning – assist in designing a sustainable process and tools for a client to run effective strategic, long-range, and initiative investment planning processes. – Enterprise cost reduction and operating model design – assisting the client to reduce costs across the enterprise, and to change the structure, governance, and metrics of the enterprise. – Value driver-based decision support – assisting the client to identify drivers of enterprise value, and translate those drivers into planning, reporting and decision support frameworks to support strategic and operational decision-making.

    Skills and attributes for success- Degree in Business Management or other related fields. – Overall Experience: – 3-5 years for Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager – 6-8 years for Manager – 8-10 years for Senior Manager – 12+ years for Director – Consulting experience in areas such as new business launch, business model innovation, enterprise operating model design & sector aligned Transformation Architecture experience is a must. – For Senior Manager and Directors, sector experience in Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction (RHC) , and Government & Public Sector (GPS) is highly preferable. – Individuals with post-graduate degrees and / or professional qualifications are encouraged to apply. – A team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. – Proactive, dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure. – Good command of spoken and written English. – Good analytical, report-writing and presentation skills. – Strong drive to excel professionally. – Strong leadership qualities and a good record of extra-curricular activities. – Past relevant trainee/internship experiences. What we look for What’s most important is that you’re dedicated to working with your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You’ll need to thrive in picking up new skills as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform, and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Clinical Healthcare Planner (Senior) | VAMED Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tasks and responsibilitiesMarket Research and Benchmarking• Initiation, coordination, and analysis of market research, • Assist in feasibility studies and market penetration studies with external consultants, complete data analysis and develop reports. • Identify the regulatory and authorities requirements together with Design Development Manager• Provide and regular update of the database with relevant data and benchmarks.Facility Planning• Conduct analyses of space utilization, determine space requirements for expanding, and create solutions to meet evolving space needs together with the Design Development Manager.Service Planning• Macro Planning (health system/ facility master plans) and Micro Planning (Inpatient and Ambulatory Departmental Development). • Responsible for reviewing and coordinating the architectural floor plans, interior elevations of clinical spaces, and equipment plans together with Design Development Manager.• Prepare Medical and Operational Brief for health facilities with the input from the Design Development Manager, adhering to local bylaws and regulations.• Assisting with the preparation of concept paper / internal documents including reports, summaries, and presentations for investment decisions and organize approval process.Equipment and IT Planning• Coordinate and review with multidisciplinary team equipment based on the planned services• Coordinate and review with multidisciplinary team IT Systems based on the planned services

    Qualifications: • Master Degree in Medicine, or other healthcare related field. A postgraduate degree in Business Administration is a plus.• Experience: At least 10 years’ experience in healthcare facility planning and commissioning. Good understanding of healthcare operations, business optimization and related processes. • Skills and knowledge: Good understanding of the international healthcare environment and healthcare project development. In-depth knowledge of local healthcare regulations and bylaws. Experience and in depth knowledge about Hospital Information System requirements and functionalities. Knowledge about local insurance systems and related coding, such as:• Current Procedure Terminology (CPT)• Diagnosis Related grouping (DRG)• Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) • Foreign language(s): Fluent in English, knowledge of Arabic is a plus.

    Ever since its founding, the VAMED group has understood health to be a global, sustainable and holistic asset. VAMED may refer to a record of international success in all healthcare areas – prevention, acute care, rehabilitation, and nursing.

    VAMED’s international portfolio comprises the entire value chain from project development via the planning and construction of a healthcare facility, to highly specialized commercial, infrastructure, and technical services.

    The VAMED range of services is both wide and deep and, together with VAMED’s value chain, forms our USP that has made VAMED a leading healthcare provider with a global reach. More

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    Policy Administrator | Adecco

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position – Policy AdministratorJob Location – LebanonExperience – 4 to 15 yearsShould be in Lebanon at presentPolicy Administrators operate in advisory roles and are concerned with the guiding rules and principles of insurances. Reviewing, developing and implementing policies and strategies for their assigned area is their main goal.

    Salary:
    USD
    800 to 1,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Experience – 4 to 15 yearsShould be in Lebanon at presentShould have insurance knowledge and experienceShould have policy administration knowledge and experience

    The Adecco Group is the world’s leading talent advisory and solutions company. We proudly make a difference in the working lives of 3.5 million people every year. Our culture is entrepreneurial and inclusive, and we are united by our passion for making a difference in the world of work. We work with over 100,000 organizations in 60 countries, enabling their success. We have 35,000 people working with us across more than 60 countries and territories.

    Adecco has been rapidly growing in the Middle East since 2008, developing a substantial footprint throughout the region. We work across 250 different clients, Adecco has more than 62 full time employees, working in 4 offices, servicing all countries across the GCC region. We offer Temporary Staffing, Permanent Placement, Executive Search, Assessments, Visa And Payroll, Outsourcing, PRO Solutions customised as per client requirements. Adecco Middle East Head Office is based in Dubai with a branch at Abu Dhabi. More

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    Business Development Manager | VAMED Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tasks and ResponsibilitiesFinancial Engineering and Project Origination• Pre-assessment of project ideas,• Design and preparation of business plans,• Build, audit and maintain comprehensive financial models based on inputs provided by Functional Planning and Clinical Planning for greenfield and brownfield developments, acquisitions, divestments, and stake sales incorporating applicable accounting and taxation policies for the applicable geographies, • Conduct financial analyses, optimization and business valuation,• Lead business case development, drive accuracy of project modeling, accuracy of economic results and expected investment returns for senior management decision making process,• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analysis,• Collaborate with internal and external legal, tax, financial and environmental consultants,• Initiate and/or conduct tax and accounting due diligence, market analysis and financial forecasts. • Screen, contact and maintain access to potential project partners,• Assist in the preparation of project greenlight presentations, concept papers, Project Development Service Agreement Documentation and information memoranda for investors and banks,• Assist in the creation and negotiating of the project documentation in cooperation with related functions in VCMC and central functions of VAMED (e.g. IPD, Legal, ISF, etc),• Analyze, structure and support financing of projects by local and international financial institutions in close alignment with central functions of VAMED (e.g. IPD, Legal, ISF, etc),• Lead the preparation and regular update of project databases that include information and benchmarks of all projects under VCMC responsibility. Prepare • Assisting in preparation of project concepts that can be implemented in different locations under VCMC responsibility.Initiation and coordination of the preparation of concept paper / internal documents including reports, summaries, and presentations for investment decisions and organize approval process.?Project Implementation and MonitoringMonitoring and reporting activities about existing projects (including pipeline projects) includes,• Project activities, • Schedule progress, • Monitoring of financial model with realized/actual figures,• Key investment ratios,• Critical success factors and performance.Providing senior oversight on research of current economic environment, market regulations and market outlook,Providing financial analyses and financial structuring optimizations for existing operations in the region,Management Responsibilities• Personnel management and instruction reporting to this position,• Coordination of tasks and responsibilities of employees reporting to this position,• Support and motivation incl. annual performance review of employees reporting to this position• Planning of resources and staff requirements in coordination with the Managing Directors

    Qualifications & Skills:-• Qualification: Master Degree in Business Administration or Economics. A postgraduate degree in is highly desirable.• Experience: At least 10 years’ experience in healthcare and/or infrastructure investments in private and public (PPP) sector projects. High level competency in investment transaction, business optimization and financial modelling. • Skills and knowledge: Good understanding of the international healthcare environment and project development. Good financial modelling and business optimization skills. Experience and in-depth knowledge in cross border PPP healthcare transactions and private sector healthcare investment projects. Knowledge of project finance transaction execution and documentation. Experience of working in a large financial institution, advisory firm or engineering company dealing with healthcare infrastructure. Proficient with return on investment analysis (IRR, NPV, LTV/CAC, etc.). Strong project management, coordination and team management skills.• Foreign language(s): Fluent in English, fluency in another language is a plus.

    Ever since its founding, the VAMED group has understood health to be a global, sustainable and holistic asset. VAMED may refer to a record of international success in all healthcare areas – prevention, acute care, rehabilitation, and nursing.

    VAMED’s international portfolio comprises the entire value chain from project development via the planning and construction of a healthcare facility, to highly specialized commercial, infrastructure, and technical services.

    The VAMED range of services is both wide and deep and, together with VAMED’s value chain, forms our USP that has made VAMED a leading healthcare provider with a global reach. More