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    Cloud Consultant | Halian

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Working closely with sales teams to design cloud solutions.• Act as technical lead on projects• Maintenance, configuring, and operating cloud components.• Educate our clients customers on the value proposition• Work closely with project delivery team• Proficiency in assessing options (risk, performance, cost)• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners (vendors, ISVs, PaaS/SaaS)• Demonstrable understanding of modern solutions to cloud computing.

    • 7 years’ experience in cloud presales• Strong verbal and written communication skills• Ability to think strategically about business / product, technical challenges.• Strong background in cloud computing – AWS preferred• Experienced in capturing client requirements RFX• Hands on Approach to pre sales• Appreciation for microservice architecture (containerisation / orchestration etc.)

    Founded in 1996, Halian is an IT services company with a strong track record of delivering value for our customers across the UK, Europe, The Middle East and Africa.

    The experience we have gained means that we can help our clients reduce information technology costs, increase IT systems performance, and free up valuable internal resource to focus on core business activities. Our knowledge base covers a variety of industry sectors including Government, Healthcare, Telecommunications and Pharmaceuticals, as well as a specialist Financial markets capability in our Luxembourg office.

    We operate with a culture of openness and trust that helps us to develop strong working relationships with our clients and with our core technology partners Dell, Oracle, Red Hat and Symantec.

    Our three key service offerings of Managed Services, Resourcing Services and Professional Services can be used independently or integrated to provide a truly comprehensive service. More

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    Senior HR Specialist – Saudi National | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    A world-leading professional services company is seeking an HR Specialist to work with the KSA and UAE team on HR operations for the Saudi team.Client DetailsA global brand with a large footprint in the Kingdom.Description* Lead onboarding procedures for all employees including Saudis and expats* Handle all immigration administration and government relations* Provide day to day support in employee relations, answering questions and queries from employees* Handle mobility of employees in and out of the Kingdom* Be on hand to provide HR admin support as requiredJob Offer* Salary AED 22-24,000 total per month* Good career path in a global business* Bonus * Live and work in Riyadh

    * 3-5 years experience in an HR admin role* MUST be Saudi National * Will have extensive experience with government relations and immigration, comfortable visiting immigration offices * Bachelor degree and a CIPD would be desirable

    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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    Executive Assistant to CEO (Male, Arabic) | Irwin & Dow

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Executive Assistant to CEO (Male, Arabic speaking candidates)This really is the role for a career committed individual, who has the professionalism and gravitas to advise and assist their boss, strategically and operationally. The position requires the ability and willingness to travel and work outside traditional office hours and to represent the CEO at the highest levels. This role supports a C-Suite executive at the top of their career. A very busy individual managing a global team across many territories and time zones, as the EA you need to remain one step ahead and be proactive, managing a heavy and complex diary and travel schedule and ensuring full briefing before every meeting. You will work closely with other team members, strategic partners and key stakeholders on CEO related tasks and projects and have full awareness of international operations. You will attend meetings and events at key destinations with the CEO and proactively manage time using your expert judgement.There is a very strong administrative element to the role, including writing briefs and speeches, creating complex presentations and managing internal and external communication, as well as tracking and submitting all financial reimbursements. Additionally, research, analysis and project management play a large part in the role, as you will be required to participate in organization-wide projects that require additional support in collection and assimilation of data, feasibility analysis support and you will attend operational, project and program-related meetings, to capture information and ensure appropriate follow through. As well as the corporate operational responsibility, the position also encompasses managing some private administration; supporting family affairs globally, whether it is arranging travel for the children, purchasing a new car or handling personal investments.

    Candidates will be able to demonstrate experience in performing critical support roles for C-Suite in a fast paced, deadline driven environment. A strong commitment to delivering excellence and understanding the importance of anticipating and proactively supporting the CEO’s needs is required. Candidates will speak native Arabic but must be completely fluent in spoken and written English and hold a Bachelors degree from a recognized institution.

    Irwin & Dow was established by two highly experienced recruitment professionals, Tracey Irwin and Jocelyn Dow. We provide a refreshing approach by working in close partnership with clients and candidates within the Business Support, Secretarial, HR & Finance sectors.

    Good staff are key to every business. We recognise and appreciate this, having over thirty years combined recruitment and executive search experience within the region.

    Our main aim is to provide a specialist service to clients preferring to work with a bespoke consultancy.

    Our values of discretion and diplomacy are paramount and our ultimate goal is to become a partner of choice for all our clients and candidates. More

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    PA / Administrator- Chairman’s Office | International Development Bank (IDB)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Attention: Immediate Joining Administrator with hospitality experience, to provide support including typing, filing, answering telephones, taking messages, maintaining appointment calendar, making travel arrangements and other general office duties. Assumes full responsibility for all administrative duties in the Executive Office ensuring professional and timely execution of all tasks.What are we looking for?As administrator, you are responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:• Opens incoming mail, dates stamps, distributes accordingly• Sends outgoing mail both interoffice and outside of the Bank• Routes mail, faxes and other printed matter• Prepares and types correspondence and fairly complex numerical/financial reports as instructed• Prepares correspondence on behalf of the management• Duplicates, copies and distributes and mails materials for the office• Orders and maintains office supplies and equipment• Maintains files and equipment in an orderly and professional manner• Appropriate business use of telephone and voice mail system• Greets internal and external customers in a friendly and professional manner. Announces visitors and/or handles requests, as appropriate• Scrutinizes and handles Guest satisfaction scores/ Guest Assistance on a regular basis• Scrutinizes daily VIP guests• Schedules meetings and records meeting minutes

    • Schedules meetings and records meeting minutes• Two-years similar experience• Arabic speaking preferable • Strong organization skills, multi-task oriented and good time management• Ability to read listen and communicate effectively in English & Arabic and in writing.• Prepare official correspondence on behalf of the managements & board members to both internal and external communications verbally and in writing• Ability to sit for extended periods of time and continuously performs the essential job functions• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external VIP Clients/ Guest, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy• Ability to effectively transcribe information from handwritten memos and recordings

    IDB was established in 2011; with a paid-up capital of 250 billion Iraqi dinars, (equivalent to 210 million US dollars) as of today. The bank is one of the leading banks locally and regionally, in offering commercial banking services to corporate and retail customers. The Bank has a competitive edge in its conclusive electronic banking services offering.

    The Bank attained “Issuing and Acquiring” license from both MasterCard and Visa as the first Iraqi Bank to issue all types of electronic cards (debit, credit, pre-paid) from inside Iraq. The Bank today has the largest ATM acquiring network with more than (150) ATMs installed in Iraq in addition to more than (1000) POS. As per the Bank’s Board approved strategy, the ATM network will reach around (300) ATMs and POS will reach (5000) by end of 2019.

    It is noteworthy to mention here that the Bank has received the best rating in Iraq according to the join audit conducted by the Central Bank of Iraq in coordination with Ernst & Young as per the CAMELS rating methodology. More

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    Data Analyst | Air Arabia

    Employment:

    Full Time

    – Develops, codes, tests and debugs new highly complex software solutions or enhancements to existing software in a maintenance capacity.- Recognized as technical expert by internal and external peers.- Provides direction for entire project or a project team.- Applies advanced skills and concepts to oversee large, complex projects.- May assist in training less experienced software development staff.- Has excellent understanding of business application.- Works with technical staff to understand analytical challenges and resolve them. – Resolves customer complaints with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements. – May assist/lead in development of software technical documentation. – Designs and codes highly complex applications using routine and/or advanced technology. – May create optimization programs to resolve problems. – May design and build prototype applications.- Demonstrates broad knowledge of technical solutions. – May oversee product development. – Leads design and coding of applications using routine and/or advanced technology.

    – Data Extraction, Transformation, and Loading (ETL)using Talend, SnowFlake, Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) or similar tools such as BODI, Informatica, Data Stage, SSIS, or related technologies- Advanced understanding of relational databases (Teradata, Vertica, Oracle) andHadoop ecosystem (Big Data)- Expertise in theoretical and practical knowledge of data warehousing and data modeling- Expertise in Data Analysis, Data Profiling, and SQL Tuning- Highly skilled in SQL technologies (writing, reviewing, tuning)Proven 10+ years history as aBI/ETL developer working in an enterprise environment – Development experience with any major BI Tool including IBM Cognos, Tableau or similar toolsUse of data architecture and profiling methods to analyze data sources- Excellent problem solving skills, logical process thinking, and end-to-end system concepts- Broad experience with OLAP/OLTP concepts and terminology- Expertise in translating business requirements to project design, development, and execution- Unix scripting

    Air Arabia (PJSC), listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is the Middle East and North Africa’s first and leading low-cost carrier flying to over 100 destinations across the world. Air Arabia was the first airline to introduce the low-cost carrier concept in the region and is on a mission to serve all Arab countries and beyond, constantly undergoing aggressive route expansion, taking advantage of its ideally located hubs in the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Egypt and Jordan. Over the past thirteen years, Air Arabia, through continuous market research and customer feedback, provides a range of value added services to millions of passengers who chose to fly with Air Arabia’s fleet of A320 aircraft. The airline commenced operations in October 2003 and achieved financial break-even from its very first year of services and has been profitable ever since. More

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    Lead Consultant – Data Analytics and Data Science | MMJS Consulting

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Lead analytics & data engineering programs independently at client locations• Architect data warehousing and analytics solutions that solve problems which cut across multiple business functions • Interact with business champions, gathering requirements and delivering complete Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, and Analytics solutions.• Interface with other technology domains to extract, transform, and load data from a wide variety of data sources• Help customers with next generation user experience using Power BI advanced visuals, especially with CxOs & senior management• Lead customers into advanced analytics journey – Data science & ML initiatives. Guide them in choosing appropriate use cases

    • Minimum 6-8 years’ experience of end-to-end Analytics project implementations – Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with Azure ecosystem + Power BI• Experience with connecting to files, databases, and other sources to get data in Power BI• Modelling of tables and sound knowledge of DAX to create measures, calculated tables etc. • Sound knowledge of Data Warehousing and modelling concepts. • Experience in creating custom Time Intelligence measures, Dimensional Hierarchies and other measures using DAX.• Experience in creating business friendly and visually appealing dashboards by improvising on features provided by Power BI.• Extensive experience in using bookmarks, view selections and actions to customize look and feel/navigation of dashboards.• Experience in using Power Query for making any changes while reading data• Experience in using Azure Data Factory/SSIS as ETL tool for building a data warehouse/data lake• Experience with other Azure components for data handling and data transformation• Working knowledge of Azure services like Blob Storage, Event Hub, Azure Function etc.• Candidates should be Microsoft Power BI Certified in the below: • DA-100: Analyzing Data with Microsoft Power BI • 70-778: Analyzing and Visualizing Data with Microsoft Power BI• Exposure to Creating and maintaining partitions in Analysis Services based on datasets.• Experience in building Tabular models in Azure Analysis Services/SSAS• Scripting for managing automated scheduled refresh for Analysis Service models• Exposure to data integration tools like Azure Data Factory/SSIS/Informatica.• Experience in design and build of various ETL routines using data integration tools.• Exposure to data science & ML – Azure ML /AWS Sagemaker – As added advantage• Strong hands-on experience in following areas:• MS Power BI – Primary skill• MS Azure Analysis Services – Primary skill• MS Azure Data Factory• Additional desirable skills: Exposure to data analytics, statistical model development will be added advantage• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    MMJS is a consulting firm that is focused on adding value to its clients business through Tax, Technology and Management Consulting. Strategically located in Bahrain, Oman, UAE, Kuwait and KSA to support clients across GCC.. Having served 300+ clients, MMJS has acquired the trust of many multi-national and Government clients through uncompromising quality of work. MMJS Consulting is a Kreston Menon Group entity which is part of the globally renowned Kreston International group.

    Our VAT leadership and the team consists of experienced, passionate and ambitious staff who have VAT implementation, Advisory, Compliance and VAT Audit experience across various industries in Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and the Far East. The team is competent to provide an end-to-end solution in relation to VAT in GCC countries. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Indirect Tax (FS) – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Indirect Tax (FS) – Manager – DubaiLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismVAT/GSTManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Indirect Tax 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 helps our clients optimise cash flow and reduce risk by managing challenges related to indirect taxes. You’ll support our clients with all aspects of indirect taxation related to global, regional and domestic projects as well as comprehensive restructuring and reporting value added tax projects.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 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:- The experience should include Banks (this is a must), insurance companies and asset managers – advisory as well as compliance, preferably GCC experience. – Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.- Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.- Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.- Analyse 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 firm’s/client’s expectations.- Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.- Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.- Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.- Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Public Relations Officer (UAE National) | Efficio

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are looking for a bright, proactive and resourceful individual who enjoys working independently and making things happen. This is a very exciting time to join Efficio as we are set for further expansion and growth. This role requires a well-rounded professional interested in growing with the firm. You will have some work experience in a PRO role, ideally within professional or financial services. You will be comfortable working on your own initiative and be adaptable and flexible regarding the varied work and opportunities involved.Key Responsibilities:• Visa Applications/ renewals• Obtain new employment visas / work permits for all expatriate employees and their dependants• Monitor expiry dates of visas and renew as and when needed• Facilitate obtaining and renewal of expatriate’s passports for employees and dependants• Cancel visas for employees and dependants as relevant• Liaise with UAE Immigration department in obtaining business entry visas for global business visitors• Act as point of contact with our medical insurance broker to ensure correct insurances are in place• Provide expert advice to business and employees on all visa formalities and all other government related proceduresCompany Documentation• Liaise with the UAE government to renew Efficio’s trade license through submission of legal documents, securing approvals to various state / local agencies and judicial department in minimum time frames• Administer company and joint venture companies’ licenses and tax remittances with various UAEgovernment authorities e.g. Economic Department, Municipality, Chamber of Commerce, Ministry of Finance & Industries etc.• Ensure we are compliant with all deadlines and prevent any unnecessary fines or penalties General• Facilitate complex medical / police procedures on event of death of any employee or next to kin• Stay up to date with the ever-changing government rules and regulations and keep management team updated on relevant updates • When the need arises, represent the company at different offices like Airport, Embassies, Police Station, Ministries/Municipalities and other government departments• Accountable in maintaining accurate records for all above services• Flexibility in supporting with urgent/emergency work duties in after hours when necessary

    • At least 5 years of experience as a PRO and thorough knowledge of the PRO processes to enable you to plan upcoming work in an efficient and orderly manner• Good relations and well connected with governmental entities• Exceptional networking and interpersonal skills• Fluent Arabic speaker• Good English skills which is required for translation from English to Arabic or vice versa (reading, writing, and speaking)• Excellent coordination, communication, and administration skills• Valid driving licence• IT literate, proficiency with MS Office required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills• Ability to identify issues and proactively come up with solutions• Strong multicultural awareness and willing to be part of an international team

    Efficio is the world’s largest procurement consultancy operating across ten offices in Europe, North America and the Middle East.

    We help organizations reduce costs, improve internal processes and upskill their procurement teams so that they can realize cost savings faster. We aim to ensure savings are measurable and sustainable – delivering greater value for your business over the longer term. Our procurement consultants help procurement functions to become twice as effective, enabling them to deliver more with their own teams and become high-value generating functions for their businesses.

    Our key differentiator is eFlow, a proprietary procurement technology and knowledge platform built and deployed by practitioners. eFlow automates data insight generation, supports savings delivery, facilitates strong supplier partnerships and manages supply chain risk by enabling our clients to leverage a wealth of procurement intelligence and best practice on demand. More