Job Opportunities is a collection of job opportunities in lebanon and job opportunities in the mena region and job opportunities in the Gulf along with occasional job opportunities on an international scale. This job opportunities blog is dedicated for lebanese in search of a career shift or career change. Lebanese jobs listing and lebanese jobs opportunities have been collected from friends, employers and my business network.

March 31, 2011

Capital Market Dealer - Audi Group - Lebanon

Description
- Execute clients’ orders in spot platform.
- Monitor clients’ activities on online trading platform.
- Assist clients in the setup and smooth running of their platforms.
- Solve technical problems related to client platform.
- Analyze market trend on regular basis.
- Stay up to date with financial news and advise clients about it.
- Prepare financial reports on daily basis.


Skills
- Minimum Bachelors Degree in Banking or Finance
- 3+ years of experience
- Proactive, strong communication skills, time management skills and strong analytical skills.
- Bilingual (Arabic & English)

recruitment@banqueaudi.com

Chief Accountant - Audi Group - Lebanon

Description
The Chief Accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.

- Financial Planning and Analysis
- Accounting Activities
- Accounting and Administration
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting
- 8+ Years of experience

recruitment@banqueaudi.com

March 30, 2011

Administrative Assistant - Helou Trading - Lebanon

Summary
Provide administrative support to the Manager. Duties include general clerical, receptionist and task based work. Project a professional company image through in-person and phone interaction.

Responsibilities
- Answer telephones and transfer to appropriate person.
- Meet and greet clients and visitors.
- Create and modify documents using Microsoft Office.
- Perform general clerical duties to include but not limited to: photocopying, faxing, mailing, and filing.
- Maintain hard copy and electronic filing system.
- Research, price, and purchase office supplies.
- Setup and coordinate meetings and travel schedules.
- Collect and maintain PC inventory.
- Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
- Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and telephone protocol. Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type fast.

karim@helou-trading.com

Marketing Coordinator - Merlun Group - Lebanon

- Marketing coordinator to manage event marketing campaigns.
- Full time job and should be able to work on weekends if necessary.
- Good communication and organizational skils but also HR experience.
- Better to have extra professional experience, social club president, scout, red cross team manager.
- 1+ years of experience

life@merlungroup.com

Supervisor Mechanical & Industrial Engineer - Sleep Comfort - Lebanon

Description
- Design test control apparatus and equipment and develop procedures for testing products. To plan, design tools, engines, machines, and other mechanical systems that produce, transmit, or use power.
- To conceive, design, and develop new motors and machines. To make sure that products meet specifications.
- To come up with the best methods for making products: select the correct equipment, design the layout of the factory floor, and calculate the costs of labor and machines.
- To make sure that complex mechanical systems, such as the systems in nuclear power plants, operate correctly.
- To develop systems that blend materials, equipment, information, and workers into the overall production process
- To find the most efficient and effective ways to make products and to advise on job standards and how to control costs by streamlining procedures
- To collect information on how tasks are performed, make charts of workflow, and help come up with ideas on how to trim costs and improve procedures.
- To design the layout of industrial plants and factories by the manufacturing processes and procedures to use as well as the tools, machines, and other equipment best suited for the production process.
- Responsible for inventory control or making sure raw materials are always available.
- To work on budgets, gathering facts and figures and to check productions’ schedules and monitor the amount and quality of materials in the plant.

Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- School Subjects: Mathematics (especially algebra and geometry), calculus, trigonometry, chemistry, physics, computer science, mechanical drawing, industrial technology programs
- Good interpersonal skills preferable with good Knowledge of English or French
- Good presentation and excellent personal organization
- Thorough knowledge of company products
- Flexibility and punctuality

info@sleepcomfort.com

Administrative Assistant - ESCWA - Lebanon

The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the following:
Human Resources Management
- Initiates, reviews, processes and follows-up on actions related to the administration of the unit’s human resource activities, e.g., recruitment of staff and consultants, placement, promotion, relocation, performance appraisal, job classification reviews, separation of staff members, training etc., ensuring consistency in the application of UN rules and procedures
- Responds to enquiries and provides information and advice to staff regarding their entitlements, administrative procedures, processes and practices, conditions of service, duties and responsibilities, and entitlements under the Staff Rules and Regulations
- Oversees the maintenance of vacancy announcement files and keeps track of status of vacancy announcements, reviews and processes personnel actions through IMIS
- Monitors staffing table and prepare relevant statistical data/charts.

Budget and Finance
- Assists in the preparation and review of financial and human resource proposals/requirements, consolidates budget/work programme with respect to Headquarters’ budget, trust funds, grants and procurement
- Monitors expenditures and compares with approved budget, prepares adjustments as necessary
- Assists managers in the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions
- Assists in preparation of budget performance submissions and finalization of budget performance reports, analysing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures
- Prepares or customizes financial reports from IMIS system generated reports
- Coordinates with other finance and budget staff on related issues during preparation of budget reports.

General Administration
- Drafts routine correspondence to respond to enquiries in respect to relevant administrative, financial audit, personnel matters
- Coordinates extensively with service units and liaises frequently with internal team members both at Headquarters and in the field
- Performs other related administrative duties, as required (e.g., operational travel programme, monitoring accounts and payment to vendors and individual contractors for services, physical space planning, identification of office technology needs and maintenance of equipment, software and systems; organizing and coordinating seminars, conferences and translations
- May be responsible for guiding, training, and supervising the work of more junior General Service staff.

Competencies
Professionalism – Ability to perform a broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget/work
programme, human resources, database management, etc.; ability to apply knowledge of various United Nations administrative, financial and human resources rules and regulations in work situations; shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
Teamwork - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Technological Awareness – Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of six (6) years of experience in administrative services, finance, accounting, audit, human resources or related area.
- English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Arabic is also a working language of ESCWA. For the post advertised, fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is required.

employment-escwa@un.org

March 29, 2011

Office Administrator - Sleep Comfort - Lebanon

- Maintain close supervision on the daily functions of the staff, ensuring productivity and checking the quality of the output.
- Perform job interviews and see to it that they are done according to the standards of the institution.
- Orient, educate and train fresh employees, acquaint them with their specific responsibilities, communicate in clear terms what is expected from them, and introduce them to the institution’s vision and mission statement.
- Manage payroll and ensure accurate, timely and efficient distribution of salaries.
- Provide staff with room for improvement by providing continuous education and giving valuable feedback on their job.
- Conduct assessment and evaluation on a continuous basis regarding the performance of the staff and aids in the process of promotion.
- Ensure the maintenance of a working environment that yields productivity and furnishes essential office supplies.
- Oversee planning, organizing and managing of the various activities done within and outside the institution.
- Conduct close observation and make all the essential recommendations to the management regarding more effective and more organized handling of specific operations within the institution.
- Serve as the reporter of estimated yearly expenditures and produce written output regarding the institution’s budget.
- Handle matters that are directly related to the leave privileges of the workers of the institution.
- Maintain an effective medium of communication and close collaboration among the workers in the organization.
- Serve as the receiver of important mail, doents and ordered items delivered to the organization’s address.
- Perform a series of secretarial functions for the committee and provide additional services depending on the individual policies of the institution.

Requirements
- Minimum Bachelors Degree
- Entry Level
- The office administrator covers a broad spectrum of functions, ranging from handling human resources to balancing financial assets, depending on the previously agreed-upon policies of the organization. The scope of their responsibilities is closely dependent on their qualifications, educational attainment and level of expertise. The office administrator is responsible for ensuring smooth operations within the organization while upholding the institution’s mission and vision and adhering to its set standards.

info@sleepcomfort.com

Internal Auditor - Sleep Comfort - Lebanon

- Knowledge of best practice reporting and International Financial Reporting Standards
- Performs professional internal audit work related to the company and its Branches(if exist)
- Tests and enhances the internal control environment, and report findings about any deviations to his supervisor
- Performs test of controls - for safeguard company ets and properties
- Executes audit work programs and ensure that audit procedures are adequately carried out
- Provide updates to his supervisor on identified issues and seek continuous feedback on validity
- Minimum Bachelors Degree
- Accounting & Finance
- 4+ years experience in public auditing and accounting, preferably with Big Audit Firms. •Fluent in French & Arabic (Reading, Speaking and Writing). English is plus. •Presentable •Internal control skills •Time management •Analysis and detail oriented •Ability to demonstrate excellent judgment and essment •Strong personality and communication skills

info@sleepcomfort.com

March 26, 2011

Accountant - Push Magazine - Lebanon

Looking for an Accountant.

hr@pushmag.me

Researcher/Writing Assistant - Push Magazine - Lebanon

Looking for researcher/writing assistant.

hr@pushmag.me

Creative Copywriter - TBWA Rizk - Lebanon

- Liaising with clients and interpreting their briefs.
- Working in account teams.
- Developing creative ideas and concepts, often in partnership with the art director.
- Presenting ideas to colleagues and clients.
- Familiarising themselves with their clients’ products/services, target audience and their competitors’ activities.
- Writing clear, persuasive, original copy.
- Updating digital media with snappy, timely content.
- Proofreading copy to check spelling and grammar.
- Amending, revising or redeveloping adverts or campaigns in response to feedback from the creative director, account team or clients.
- overseeing campaigns through the production stage to completion.
- Working on several campaigns at once, sometimes under pressure and often to tight deadlines.
- Casting actors for TV and radio work, and listening to voice tapes.
- Liaising with production companies, photographers, typographers, designers and printers.
- Keeping up to date with popular culture and trends
- Monitoring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns

Skills
- Minimum Bachelors Degree
- 3+ Years of experience
- Perfect command of English, French & Arabic
- Award winning ideas
- Team player

hr@tbwarizk.com

March 24, 2011

Web User Experience Consultant - element^n - Lebanon

Our UX Consultants are responsible for delivering web solutions that ignite the imagination and capture people’s hearts and minds. As part of the Professional Services team, Consultants work closely with our clients to understand their core business drivers, their customers’ needs and bring the best of web design and technology to their businesses. UX Consultants work on large scale web initiatives such as Corporate Web Portals and Enterprise Intranets from conception to completion following our trademark methodology, PortalElements™.

As a UX Consultant you will
- Travel frequently to the client site, in MENA and the US
- Collect and analyze customer and user requirements
- Conceptualize and design web solutions and sites
- Analyze, map and improve business processes
- Prepare analysis documentation, wireframes and project deliverables
- Plan, monitor and control projects
- Collect, review, edit, create and publish content
- Train clients and new hires on the use of solutions and analysis techniques
- Create marketing materials such as white papers, brochures and blogs

A UX Consultant should have
- University degree from an accredited University
- Strong analytical & problem solving skills
- Excellent communication & listening skills
- Fluent written and spoken English and Arabic
- Passion for web trends and technologies and a love of great design
- An uncompromising work ethic and a drive to excel
- 1+ year analysis and UI design
- 3-6+ years professional experience
- 1-3+ years experience in the web domain
- Demonstrable experience interfacing with corporate clients at the executive level
- Experience with UCD techniques such as User Task Analysis, Customer Interviewing, JAD and Usability testing.
- Experience in the telecom, real estate and financial sectors is a plus

careers@elementn.com

March 23, 2011

Training Coordinator - Institut Européen de Coopération et de Développement - Lebanon

IECD is a French NGO working in the field of vocational training and support to micro and small businesses. Created in 1988, IECD is currently carrying out projects in 17 countries in Africa, South-East Asia, South America and Middle East. IECD started working in Lebanon in 1988 and increased its activities since 2007 after the establishment of an IECD Agency for Middle East in Beirut. Since this time, IECD has developed around 6 projects in Lebanon in various fields such as Support for electronic technical institutes, Creation of a resources center on handicap, Educational support for Iraqis refugees, Support to agriculture cooperatives …

IECD started developing a program for micro enterprises support in West Africa in 1998. The methodology that had been created reached high results considering the impact on the beneficiaries life. Based on this experience, IECD decided to launch a similar program in Near East. The first project started in June 2009 in Deir Ezzor (Syria), and Tripoli is the second location. Other project for micro enterprises support might be launched in 2010 and 2011 in other cities of the Near East. A program coordinator will support each project managers for the implementation of the methodology.

Description of the project:

The project "Platform for supporting Micro enterprises in Tripoli" aims to support micro enterprises’ owners from Tripoli and its region by reinforcing their competences in management.

The objectives is to establish a resources center that will :
- Provide micro enterprises’ owners with tailor made training program in business management
- Provide micro enterprises owners’ with intense, individual accompaniment
- Make available for micro enterprises owners relevant documentation and tools (library, computer and Internet, …)
- Hold regular seminars related to micro enterprise development
- Link micro enterprises owners to relevant other organizations and institutions (micro credits, vocational training, Chamber of Commerce, …)

The resource center will work in partnership with organizations and associations that work in the field of business development.

Mission:
The position is under the responsibility of the Near East Delegation office in Beirut (financial management, human resources...). Staff of this office and experts involved by IECD support the team.
Main tasks :
1. Launch and manage the training sessions:
- Plan activities of the training sessions and manage its implementation
- Consolidate the center on institutional and financial aspects among the local environment: reinforce local partnerships, local financing, …
2. Reinforce the training methodology
- Develop training material and individual companionship methodology according to beneficiaries need.
- Develop beneficiaries follow up tools and tools for the analyze of the micro economic sector in Tripoli.


Requirements
- 5+ years
- Experience in project management / business management
- Arabic and English languages. French language skills will be taken into consideration.
- Organization, communication and team management skills.
- Computer skills (pack office)
- Strong interest in human development

contact@iecd-po.org

March 21, 2011

Content Editor

A VAS company is looking for a Content Editor with the following qualifications

- Fluent in English & Arabic. French is a plus
- Good computer skills (Internet browsing, excel, …)
- Very good Interest in songs and music, especially ARABIC

Candidate will be responsible of
- Handling some operators accounts by uploading and downloading songs, clips, games… for clients as per their tastes and requests
- Following up on all tasks and services results
- Increasing each service and operation’s revenue by understanding it’s type of customers and their requests
- Full training is provided by the company.

Schedules and advantages
- Monday to Friday
- 9:00 to 6:00
- NSSF
- Transportation Fees

Salary
- Starting position with salaries upon qualifications.

Journalism, translation and other fields graduates are welcome in applying to this opening.

ghada.haddad@mt2morrow.com

Market Developer - Alfa - Lebanon

Goal: To expand the market by introducing new price plans/offers/promotions and by optimizing the existing ones.

- Bachelor degree in Business Marketing or related field
- 2-5 years in the telecom field – mobile telephony is a must
- Revenue analysis & impacts of promotions on revenues and costs
- Pricing schemes, tariff simulations and launching of new offers/promotions
- Segmentation and traffic analysis
- Geo Marketing analysis
- Churn analysis & segmentation
- Business analysis and profitability studies
- Good English communication skills (verbal and written)
- Innovative character
- High analytical & organizational skills
- Self motivated - autonomous
- Good in modeling
- Creativity and high adaptation capabilities
- Capacity to handle many projects at the same time

Send CV to recruitment@alfamobile.com.lb (Job Reference 110305)

Field Support Accountant - World Vision - Lebanon

Major Tasks
- Checking all daily prepared vouchers at the areas & ADP’s levels.
- Assuring a proper filing system is in place
- Preparing the bank and cash reconciliations of the zonal offices and ensure that these are reconciled to SUN systems on a monthly basis.
- Providing the accountants with all required figures and assist them in constructing LEAP aligned budgets (eg. rental fees, insurance, running cost, etc…)
- Assuring that the assets & inventories lists at the areas are prepared & updated by the area accountant on a quarterly basis & verify their existence.
- Following up on all projects LDR’s & assure their availability on time.
- Reviewing all the shared transactions in all the projects.

Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in Accounting/Finance,
- 2+ years
- Ability to organize financial information according to GAAP (Generally accepted accounting Principles)
- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of computer systems and accounting software
- Ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines

cv@worldvision.org.lb
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Senior Sales Ladies - Patchi

Patchi is looking for senior sales ladies for its different outlets in Beirut.

hr.lebanon@patchi.com

Head of Career and Performance Management - Alfa - Lebanon

Goal: Responsible for employee development, skill enhancement, competency mapping and career counseling.

Requirements
- Degree in HRM, MBA is a plus
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of employee learning & development
- Good Communicator, high Interpersonal and organizational skills
- Good Team player
- Committed to a continuous learning culture

Tasks
- Prepare yearly training plans based on competency gap analysis across functional departments' team members
- Ensure proper implementation of the training plan and assess returns on operational level
- Develop and manage careers path and succession planning programs

Send CV to recruitment@alfamobile.com.lb (Job Reference 110304)

March 20, 2011

Marketing Coordinator - Chamber of commerce, Industry & Agriculture - Lebanon

Chamber of commerce, Industry & Agriculture In Sidon & South Lebanon: Bachelor Degree as an Agronomic Engineer, the candidate will help the farmer understand current market opportunities and establish linkages between the producers and buyers. Activities will focus on market identification, and market access activities

- Two (2) proven experience, qualifications and practical experience in agribusiness and marketing.
- Good skills related to data collection, analysis, and reporting
- Familiar with fresh produce handling is a plus
- Being able to work with producers.

Priority is for candidates from South Lebanon

Dr. Rola Arouni
Agriculture Department Manager
rarouni@ccias.org.lb

Junior Accountant - ClearTag - Lebanon

Position Summary
Reporting to the Controller, the Junior Accountant will assist in the daily operations of the Financial Management Office and participate with the monthly closings, assist in accounts payable and receivable processing, as well as assist the FMO office with various special projects.

Position Accountability
- Perform monthly bank, clients, and reconciliation's.
- Responsible for data entry
- Reconcile, adjust and maintain Balance Sheet accounts such as prepaid expense, petty cash, accounts receivable, payroll related payables, loan and notes receivables
- Compile, enter and post monthly adjusting journal entries.
- Responsible for issuing invoices, receipts and payments.
- Assist in the preparation audit schedules and work closely with the auditors to ensure the completion of a timely audit.
- Assist with Accounts Receivable and Payable work load.
- Interact with Senior Accountant on daily basis and assist on special projects.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Requirements
- College Degree Required: Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
- Knowledge and Proficiency of Finance/Accounting Principles
- One to two Years previous general ledger accounting, financial reporting experience preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as a customer service mind-set required.
- Computer skills with MS Office software required
- Must be organized and posses the ability to multi-task.

hr@cleartag.com

Research Assistant - ExiCon - Lebanon

A research assistant is needed for a Conference Management Company in Lebanon

hiba@exicon-intl.com

March 19, 2011

Maintenance Manager - Roadster Diner

To manage all functions within the Properties and Maintenance Department of the company, so as to ensure that the properties are maintained and kept in a high state of repair at all times. Whilst also ensuring that all Health & Safety measures are in place and adhered to within the job responsibility.

hr@roadsterdiner.com

HR Manager - Médecins Sans Frontières - Beirut

The coordination team has the main role to provide technical as well as operational support to the project's teams in order to ensure that the humanitarian activities developed by MSF are fully respondent to the planned objectives and are implemented abiding by the laws, regulations and procedures required by the country in which MSF work.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES
Financial Management
- Coordinates & Collaborates in the budget drafting and follow up
- Supervises and Performs the expenditure control and cost analysis
- Supports and Trains the field Admin on technical accounting issues
- Ensures a proper implementation of MSF accounting and finance guideline
- Prepares monthly treasury request for the whole mission

Human Resource Management
- Organizes the staff recruitment
- Supervises preparation of the monthly salary payment
- Supports and Trains the field Admin in implementing and operating the HR Follow up software and overall HR policies

Administration Management
- Follows up all premises lease contract, insurance contracts, utility and supplier related contract
- Ensures all contracts drafted by coordination and projects comply with MSF internal rules or local regulations
- Assists Coordination in all issues regarding local regulations and liaises with lawyer

The full Job Description will be provided the time of the interview

REQUIREMENTS
- Education: University degree in finance, administration or similar education
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of professional experience (relevant humanitarian relief work, or private sector) with demonstrated skills in one of area: Finance, Business Administration, Human Resource Management. Familiar with accounting and procurement
- Languages: Arabic, English and French excellent in written and spoken
- Availability: Available for minimum 2 years commitment

Send motivation letter and CV to msfch-lebanon@geneva.msf.org

March 18, 2011

Accountant - Insurance Brokerage Company

An Insurance Brokerage Company in Achrafieh is seeking a Full-Time Employee for its Accounting Department.

Working Hours
8:00 till 17:00 Weekdays and
8:00 till 13:00 Saturdays

- Applicants should be holding a degree in Accounting M1 or its equivalent.
- Experience is not a must.

swadad@hotmail.com

Hospitality Vacancies - Zedergroup

Zedergroup is recruting the following:
- Lebanese Pastry and Sushi Chef, Lebanon
- Quality Assurance Director, KSA
- Italian Chef, Dubai

mayssa.ghandour@zedergroup.com

Personal Assistant - CPlus

CPlus is seeking a personal assistant.

info@cplusservices.com

Accountant - Halawi Holding Group

Description
- Ensure sound accounting policies and procedures, and timely closure of daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly and yearly accounts.
- Awareness and compliance with IAS.
- Maintaining all accounting transactions and posting JVs related to bank, cash, credit, exchange, transfers, accruals, depreciation, etc.
- Prepare and review revenue, expense, invoices, etc
- Produce accurate and informative accounting transactions and assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements.
- Monitor and review system reports for accuracy and completeness and resolve any discrepancy.
- Liaise with internal/external auditors to ensure timely completion of audit/inspection and release of financial.

Qualification
- Bachelor degree in Accounting
- A minimum two years of similar experience

hr@halawiholding.com

March 17, 2011

Compensation and Benefits Specialist - Azadea Group

The Compensation and Benefits Specialist is responsible for the implementation of personnel techniques and practices as well as for ensuring that all payroll transactions are properly recorded in the payroll system.

Key Responsibilities
- Ensures that all employees' files are handled properly.
- Monitors employees' attendance and their update in the system, as well as monitors all kinds of leaves and working hours' balance (actual hours, extra hours, over time...)
- Records all employees' transactions in the payroll system (advance and deduction).
- Validates shop employees working hours.- Prepares and generates the monthly payroll by following the log sheet.
- Monitors discount reports.
- Evaluates job positions, determining classification, exempt or non-exempt status and salary.
- Ensures smooth day-to-day activities and supports human assets, payroll and benefits.
- Reviews all insurance billings for accuracy and submits them to the finance department for payment.
- Ensures accurate and on-time submissions of all Ministry of Finance forms and reports.
- Ensures company's compliance with internal laws and procedures.
- Identifies HR reporting requirements and where necessary, coordinates with the IT department to produce queries or reports.
- Develops and conducts in-house training programs to both HR staff and other employees as required.
- Develops and maintains up-to-date end user training manuals and materials.
- Assists in preparing and maintaining personnel records and handbooks. - Administers employees' insurance, pension and savings plans, as well as coordinates with insurance brokers and plan carriers.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Knowledge
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Human Resources.
- A minimum of 2-3 years experience in a similar field.
- Previous data analysis and reporting experience required.
- Knowledge of MS Office Applications.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Send CV to hr.lb@azadea.com (Job Reference AG2759)

VP Business Development - Azadea Group

The VP Business Development is responsible for setting the company's strategic direction and the overall management of the company's business development organization, including identifying new business opportunities for Azadea's target market and gathering information related to new markets.

Key Accountabilities
- Interprets, evaluates, interrelates research data, develops integrated business analyses and projections for incorporation into strategic decision-making.
- Provides recommendations and proposals on appropriate joint ventures, alliances and partnership opportunities to support the expansion plans of the division.
- Develops and leads the Business Development strategy in alignment with the Senior Management and Board's expectations and guidance.
- Follows up closely on the Real Estate development plan, being an integrated part of the Business Development plan.
- Manages the Business Development initiatives and plans, as well as ensures consistency with the company's overall strategy.
- Leads, develops, motivates and mentors the Business Development team.
- Defines, refines, tests and implements strategic plans including primary research, industry, market and competitive analysis, customer needs assessment and definition of the product roadmap on the long, mid and short terms.
- Identifies, builds and manages long-term relationships with strategic partners.
- Conducts opportunity assessment, market evaluation and research, financial evaluation and other marketing needs required throughout the evaluation process.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Knowledge
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in a similar field, with at least 3 years in a managerial position. Relevant experience in Retail is a plus.
- Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques and tools.
- Fluent in written and spoken English. French, Spanish or Italian is a plus.
- Computer skills in using spreadsheet, relational database and word processing software.
- Strong presentation and business analysis skills.
- Strong consultative and advisory skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong people management and problem solving skills.

Competencies
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Persuading and influencing
- Presenting and communicating information
- Writing and reporting
- Analysing
- Learning and researching
- Formulating strategies and concepts
- Planning and organizing
- Adapting and responding to change
- Coping with pressure and setbacks
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
- Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking

Send CV to hr.lb@azadea.com (Job Reference AG2436)

Internship - Azadea Group

Interns are intended to enhance their knowledge and understanding of the Group and the retail business more generally.

Qualifications, Competencies, Skills and Knowledge
- Undergraduate or Technical degree program
- Good communication skills
- Fluent in spoken and written English and Arabic
- Proactive and takes initiative
- Working with people
- Adhering to principles and values

Send CV and University/Institution Letter to hr.lb@azadea.com (Job Reference AG2436)

Marketing Executive - Jordan

Responsibilities
- Assist in managing marketing strategy for the company.
- Conduct market studies and price surveys of competitors in the market.
- Develop a promotional calendar for the FMCG company for its various products.
- Liaison with advertising agencies on promotional activities and campaigns.
- Liaison between the company and its suppliers abroad.
- Prepare for annual contracts with the large retailers (Carrefour, Safeway, etc.)
- Manage the display of the company’s products in the market and insure it’s correct market positioning.
- Conduct SWAT analysis on the products in the market.
- Manage the content and strategy of the website and social marketing tools.
- Develop a branding strategy for campaigns and promotions.
- Develop marketing tools for slow moving items.

Requirements
- BA in marketing degree or any business related field.
- 2-4 years experience in similar role.
- Experience in market analysis and reporting.
- Excellent oral and written Arabic and English skills.
- Proficient in business correspondences in both Arabic and English.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Strong attention to detail
- Hard working.
- Willing to spend time in the market to conduct research and talk to clients.
- Practical negotiation and communication skills.
- Strategic thinker
- Works well under pressure.
- Meets deadlines.
- Skilled is using Microsoft office products and tools.
- SPSS is a plus.
- Design background a plus.

Mego.ds@salbashiangroup.com

March 16, 2011

Group Internal Audit Manager - Azadea Group

The Group Internal Audit Manager is responsible for establishing and carrying out an independent appraisal of the effectiveness of policies, procedures and standards by which the company's financial, physical and information resources are managed. He/she adds value by acting as a facilitator in business risk management and carrying out value for money reviews, thereby assisting the board of directors and management in the effective discharge of their responsibilities.

Key Accountabilities
- Collaborates with management to ensure that a system which guarantees all major risks of the company are identified and analyzed by designing and ensuring the implementation of sound policies and procedures is in place.
- Plans, organizes and carries out the internal audit function, including the preparation of an audit plan which fulfils the responsibility of the department, scheduling and assigning work and estimating resource needs.
- Reports to both the board of directors and management (if required) on the policies, programmes and activities of the department.
- Coordinates coverage with the external auditors and ensures that each party is not only aware of the other's work but also well briefed on areas of concern.
- Makes recommendations on the systems and procedures being reviewed, reports the findings and monitors management's response.
- Reviews and reports the accuracy, timeliness and relevance of financial and internal controls information that are provided to the board of directors and management.
- Conducts and reviews special tasks requested by the board of directors and/or the CEO.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Knowledge
- University degree in Business Administration with emphasis on Accounting or Finance. MBA or CPA is a plus.
- A minimum of 10 years experience in a related field with 3 to 4 years in a managerial position.
- Strong analytical skills, strategic thinking and planning skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong people management skills.
- Computer knowledge.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.

Send CV to hr.lb@azadea.com (Job Reference AG2452)

Deputy Chief Operating Officer - Azadea Group

The Deputy Chief Operating Officer assists the Chief Operating Officer in the implementation of the operation's strategy. He/she is responsible for directing its policies, providing leadership towards the achievement of its mission and strategy and covering relevant areas of operations including IT, Procurement, Logistics, Loss Prevention, Store Services, Project Management, Operational Development, etc...

Key Accountabilities
- Assists in implementing strategies for operational management and development so as to meet organizational plans and corporate goals within agreed budgets and timescales
- Guides and assists the executives who direct departments' activities that implement organization's policies.
- Participates actively in implementing programs that meet corporate goals and objectives.
- Contributes in developing, installing and controling procedures to promote communication and adequate information flow within the organization.
- Supervises design of automation solutions to assist in the smooth and efficient flow of information.
- Regularly and systematically evaluates the results of overall operations and reports these results to the Chief Operating Officer.
- Ensures that all organization's activities and operations are carried out in compliance with regulations and laws governing business operations.
- Evaluates and recommends business partnering opportunities.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Knowledge
- Masters degree in Business Administration.
- A minimum of 10 years experience in a regional/multinational firm with at least 4 to 5 years in a managerial position in retail.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership and managerial skills.
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking and planning skills.
- Strong vision of the Group's mission.

Competencies
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Working with people
- Adhering to principles and values
- Relating and networking
- Persuading and influencing
- Presenting and communicating information
- Formulating strategies and concepts
- Planning and organizing
- Adapting and responding to change
- Coping with pressure and setbacks
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
- Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking

Send CV to hr.lb@azadea.com (Job Reference AG2464)

Junior Inventory Control Specialist - Azadea Group

The Junior Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for updating the data on daily basis with daily inventory transactions.

Key Responsibilities
- Follow up with imported PO and do the receiving of the shipments on daily basis.
- Update sales into inventory data.
- Follow up and validate transfers between stores.
- Update uniforms delivered to the stores employees.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills
- BA in Accounting or Finance.
- 1-2 years of experience in inventory or related field.
- Organising skills
- Time management skills
- Good communication skills - written and verbal
- Well developed interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good English language skills.
- Stock accounting program, Excel, Access.

Send CV to hr.lb@azadea.com (Job Reference AG2539)

Senior Inventory Control Specialist - Azadea Group

The Senior Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for planning and managing his/her direct reporting team activities to ensure the effective control and updating of inventory figures.

Key Accountabilities
- Implements and conducts training programs for the implementation of any new system or application in the Inventory Control department.
- Validates all the processes related to Inventory transactions and ensures alignment within local Inventory Control departments.
- Conducts quality control on the group's data, produces monthly analytical inventory reports and supplies the management and commercial teams with accurate reports.
- Follows up closely with the local Inventory managers by ensuring a proper implementation of the policies and procedures to control losses and decrease the percentage of shrinkage.
- Ensures proper testing of all business processes and new applications prior to implementation.
- Provides technical support to his/her local peers and communicates with the regional IT department to limit the technical challenges.
- Supports local teams on site whenever there are technical problems or resource shortage.
- Generates monthly reports and includes his/her analytical feedback to provide a proper overview of the brand/country performance.
- Monitors closely the seasonal Sales period and provides the commercial team with the required reports.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Knowledge
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, preferably Accounting/Finance. MBA is a plus.
- 4-5 years experience in Inventory or related field. Retail is a plus.
- Strong planning, organising and time management skills.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Well developed interpersonal skills.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Knowledge of stock accounting program, Excel, Access and Power Point.

Competencies
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Working with people
- Persuading and influencing
- Presenting and communicating information
- Writing and reporting
- Analyzing
- Learning and researching
- Planning and organizing
- Adapting and responding to change
- Coping with pressure and setbacks
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives

Send CV to hr.lb@azadea.com (Job Reference AG2548)

March 15, 2011

Human Resources Manager - Azadea Group

The Human Resources Manager leads and manages the HR Department by defining, developing and implementing HR plans, policies and procedures under the direction of the Country Manager and contributes to the development of corporate HR provision that meets the business needs.

Key Accountabilities
- Advises the Country Manager regarding alternative courses of action available to address company classification needs and prepares management information reports in order to ensure that Senior Business Managers have the relevant information needed to support strategic decision-making.
- Conducts detailed salary surveys, analyzes data, determines problem areas and prepares documentations of findings for submission to CHRO and Country Manager.
- Develops and maintains good working relationships with internal departments, external agencies and service providers in order to support the smooth provision of HR services across the organization and promote the image of the company externally.
- Supervises and supports employee relations' team in providing professional advice and guidance to internal customers, attempts to negotiate resolutions of problems outside the formal grievance process and conducts any required research to ensure accuracy of allegations.
- Attends and contributes to business planning and decision making meetings in order to communicate effectively within the organization and provide HR input and support to overall business decision making.
- Manages annual allocated budget and expenditure up to set limits, optimizes and reduces costs where possible and reports variances versus budget, in order to ensure effective cost management.
- Directs the processing and entry of all personnel actions including appointments, promotions, transfers, separations and supervises government relations activities to provide efficient services to all concerned parties.
- Interprets company rules, regulations, policies and procedures, ensures their effective implementation and oversees the development of policy and procedure improvements in order to ensure the ongoing development of HR provision and standards.
- Manages the recruitment process for both key business positions and employees in own area in order to support the recruitment of high caliber individuals that will enable the business to meet its objectives.
- Reviews all interview materials and monitors hiring practices to ensure supervisors are selecting or rejecting applicants in conformance with legal requirements and department policies.
- Reviews methods used by various entities, recommends system enhancements to the CHRO and proposes alternative organizational plans based on knowledge of company rules and policies
- Explains the roles of employees and supervisors in the company's action plan and in the successful operation of the performance appraisal system.
- Conducts needs assessment to determine company's training needs.
- Liaises regularly with senior business management in order to understand ongoing business activities and development and the implications this will have for HR service support.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Knowledge
- University degree plus a minimum of 5 years experience in HR with 2 years in an HR Manager position.
- Ability to translate strategies into policies, procedures and programs.
- Knowledge and understanding of financial planning and budgeting processes.
- Relevant experience in organizational planning, employee relations, recruitment, training and development.
- Computer literate with experience in using word, excel, and power point.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong managerial skills, demonstrating the ability to lead a team.

Competencies
- Deciding and initiating action
- Leading and supervising
- Working with people
- Adhering to principles and values
- Relating and networking
- Persuading and influencing
- Presenting and communicating information
- Writing and reporting
- Analysing
- Formulating strategies and concepts
- Delivering results and meeting customers' expectations
- Adapting and responding to change
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives

Send CV to hr.lb@azadea.com (Job Reference AG2632)

Accountant - International Programs of the US Forest Service - Lebanon

The US Forest Service, International Programs (USFS/IP) and Management and Engineering Technologies International, Inc. (METI) seek a full-time Accountant for a four-year US Agency for International Development (USAID)/USFS project to strengthen the internal capacity of the Lebanese Ministry of Environment to manage a large reforestation initiative through targeted direct technical assistance and short-term employment in impoverished and environmentally-degraded regions of Lebanon. Contracts of the selected personnel will be extended every year upon satisfactory completion of all duties.
Description
Responsibilities of the Accountant include, but are not limited to
- Responsible for all Lebanon Reforestation Initiative accounting;
- Manage office budget under supervision of office Project Director;
- Liaise with all office staff on programs and budgets; and
- Create frequent budget notes and reports for updating USFS Washington office.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will have
- Prior work experience and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field;
- Interest in natural resources and forestry desired;
- English and Arabic fluency;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- Familiarity with international organizations and/or USAID; and
- Lebanese nationality.

Send CV and cover letter with "Accountant" in subject line to ayshaghadiail@fs.fed.us

Community manager - Social Media Exchange

Do you tweet and use Facebook every day, all day?
Does building communities come naturally to you?
Do you take pride in customer service excellence and fancy yourself an entrepreneur?
Do you understand the difference between Web 1.0 and Web 2.0—and maybe even Web 3.0?

SOUK EL TAYEB is seeking a highly motivated individual with experience and fanatical passion for digital media, the Web, and community building.

Qualifications and Experience
- Has a bachelor’s or associates degree in marketing, web development, or communications with interest in food, tradition and agriculture
- Excels at research, possesses excellent writing skills
- Has work experience or training in advertising, PR, online marketing, or similar field
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products, image resizing, basic video editing, and other content production tools
- Dedicated to blogging and use of Facebook
- Demonstrated creativity and documented immersion in social media (really, send us your links)
- Demonstrated ability to map out a marketing strategy and then drive that strategy through testing and monitoring metrics
- Experience sourcing and managing content development and publishing
- Discretion to identify threats and opportunities in user-generated content
- Understands social media universe including YouTube, Flickr, Forums, Twitter, Wikis, blogs, and is always up-to-date on new developments
- Possesses functional knowledge or some experience with HTML/CSS
- Knowledge of search engine optimization-think including basic keyword research
- Has excellent Arabic & English verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work individually or on a team
- Is eager to meet and exceed objectives and take on more responsibility
- Ability to communicate results to management and in a fast-paced environment

Send CV and cover letter to jobs@smex.org

Senior Economic Development Consultant - Social Impact

Social Impact is an Arlington based international development management consulting firm, seeking Senior Economic Development Consultant with Master Degree or preferably PhD in Business or Economic Development with minimum five years experience in evaluation of Economic Development Projects.

The consultant could be National or International living in Lebanon;
- Demonstrated skills and experience in Evaluation techniques;
- Familiarity with research methods, statistics, and statistical software (SPSS or similar)
- Conducted evaluations and/or special studies preferably for USAID funded projects;
- Ability to write well and prepare clear and concise reports/technical documents in English;
- Deep understanding of the Lebanon situation and its inclusion and possibilities at a regional level
- Fluency in English is required, and professional level Arabic is highly desirable.

Send CV including three references with "Consultant" in the subject line to hshatila@socialimpact.com

March 14, 2011

Knowledge Team Leader - Azadea Group

The Knowledge Team Leader participates in studies to improve the operational and financial effectiveness of the group businesses. He/she extracts financial data, performs business analysis and recommends action plans to the CEO.

- Recommends and executes procedures and programs to ensure that all systems are adhered to in support for the achievement of business objectives.
- Analyses and interprets data, extracts and defines relevant information for the purpose of evaluating the company's performance.
- Performs cost benefit analysis related to projects and/or programs.
- Prepares necessary business reports, performance analyses, business case calculations and recommendations.
- Applies working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, verifies documents for completeness and compliance with government and private agencies.
- Ensures the effective implementation of work objectives through leadership of assigned staff (setting objectives, managing performance, developing and motivating employees) in order to ensure the highest levels of performance are achieved.
- Provides professional advice and guidance to internal customers on complex issues, in order to ensure that recommendations are properly applied and implemented and high standards in practices are achieved and maintained.
- Prepares business plans and generates a financial end of year report aligned with quality, time and budget objectives.
- Leads his/her assigned staff in conducting financial analysis and due diligence.
- Takes initiative by generating reports and business studies when necessary to achieve the group performance, goals and objectives ultimately.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Knowledge
- University degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting. MBA or CFA is a plus.
- 6 years of experience in a similar field.
- Good understanding of financial systems and procedures.
- Well developed professional financial knowledge and expertise in own area.
- High proactivity level.
- Strong analytical and presentation skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Good planning and organizational skills.
- Good people management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (excel, access, word and power point). Oracle Crystal Ball is a major plus.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.

Competencies
- Leading and supervising
- Working with people
- Presenting and communicating information
- Writing and reporting
- Analysing
- Learning and researching
- Planning and organizing
- Delivering results and meeting customers' expectations
- Adapting and responding to change
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
- Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking

Send CV to hr.lb@azadea.com (Job Reference AG2792)

Personnel Officer - Castania

- Manage attendance system: punching, schedules, OT, absence and check daily attendance changes and coordinate with management staff records.
- Maintain and periodically update staff records and files.
- Manage the preparation and execution of payroll data and coordinate with management all changes to ensure that salaries are paid in a timely manner.
- Liaise with banks and employees to perform all banking activities required and related to employees.
- Prepare and issue certificates of salaries, employment and letters of recommendation as requested by employees.
- Ensure all leaving and joining employees are declared to the NSSF in coordination with the accounting department.
- Complete all the necessary forms required from employees leaving or joining the company manually and systematically.
- Manage payroll and attendance records for all outsourced employees and coordinate with their relative companies.
- Do all the necessary formal paperwork for foreigners joining the company.

info@castanianuts.com

Translator - International Programs of the US Forest Service - Lebanon

The US Forest Service, International Programs (USFS/IP) and Management and Engineering Technologies International, Inc. (METI) seek a full-time Translator for a four-year US Agency for International Development (USAID)/USFS project to strengthen the internal capacity of the Lebanese Ministry of Environment to manage a large reforestation initiative through targeted direct technical assistance and short-term employment in impoverished and environmentally-degraded regions of Lebanon. Contracts of the selected personnel will be extended every year upon satisfactory completion of all duties.

Description
Responsibilities of the Translator include, but are not limited to
- Review all Lebanon Reforestation Initiative documents for translation needs;
- Translate relevant documents such as reports, forestry laws, and others;
- Assist in translating financial documents for financial reporting; and
- Provide oral interpretation for expatriate program staff and technical experts in the field.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will have
- English and Arabic certified fluency required;
- Translation and interpretation experience at the Bachelor’s degree level minimum;
- Experience or interest in natural resources and forestry desired;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- Familiarity with international organizations and/or U.S. foreign government agencies; and
- Lebanese nationality.

Send CV and cover letter with "Translator" in subject line to ayshaghadiali@fs.fed.us

UPS Jobs - Saudi Arabia

UPS, a global company with one of the most recognized and admired brands. is expanding its operation throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and have solid career opportunities in the following positions:

- Finance & Accounting Manager
- Operation Manager
- Sales Manager
- Training & Development Manager
- Accountant
- Sales Executives

Requirements
- Background from transport industry i.e. Express Freight, Airfreight & Sea freight is preferable.
- High level of English communication skills, written and oral; arabic will be an advantage.
- Good knowledge of computer operation.
- Self motivated and ability to work under pressure.
- University Degree is a must.
- Possession of Driving License.

saudijobs@ups.com

March 13, 2011

Academic Assistant - Educational Research Center

Coordination with the respective IAB Academic Officer of all matters pertaining to the academic fields handled by that officer.
Handling of all logistical matters pertaining to the academic field he/she is in charge of, which may sometimes require traveling abroad. Matters in question include, but are not limited to:
- To assist IAB Secretary in the IAB accreditation process worldwide.
- To ensure, in coordination with IAB Academic and Quality Assurance Officers, that various IAB assessments are properly deployed at various IAB schools.
- To ensure, in coordination with IAB Support and Professional Development Officer, that proper and timely support and training are provided at various IAB schools.
- To help choosing and managing IAB testing, support and training centers.
- To coordinate the work of IAB Regional and School Officers.
- To oversee all IAB matters at participating schools, in coordination with managers of affiliate and sister companies.

Skills
- Bachelor degree in a mathematics, science or humanities field. Preferably a degree in education
- Some experience in management
- Proficiency in the use of publication and management software
- Fluency in English, French and Arabic
- 2 years in teaching and/or coordination at the secondary school level

info@crdp.org

Secretary / Receptionist - JRS Holdings

Part-Time Employee
- Answer all incoming calls in a very professional manner
- Understand the callers’ requests, get the maximum information in a short time and transfer calls to relevant persons
- Note in details all messages and forward them to relevant person
- Register, on a special sheet, all employees’ attendances in an accurate way; this includes: arrival, lunch break, external meetings, departure
- Knowledge of the group activities and staff functions
- Clearly understand the group’s services and activities in order to better assist visitors and callers

info@jrsholdings.com

Accountant - K-Lynn Lingerie

Accountant is needed for a retail international imports/exports company based in Adonis, Zouk Mosbeh.

info@klynnlingerie.com

Media Sales Representative - Proactive

Proactive is seeking a Media Sales Representative with 1+ years of experience.

jobs@proactive.com

Administrative Assistant - Librairie Antoine

Seeking an Administrative Assistant - French Language is a must.

careers@antoineonline.com

March 12, 2011

Internal Auditor - Halawi Holding Group

Description
- Performs professional internal audit work related to the company and its Branches(if exist)
- Tests and enhances the internal control environment, and report findings about any deviations to his supervisor
- Performs test of controls - for safeguard company assets and properties
- Executes approved audit engagement plan for each audit assignment
- Executes audit work programs and ensure that audit procedures are adequately carried out
- Maintains adequate documentation within the audit working papers supporting audit conclusions
- Provide updates to his supervisor on identified issues and seek continuous feedback on validity
- Communicates work progress and difficulties encountered on audit to direct supervisor throughout the audit period
- Assist in preparing audit report, classification of risk rating based on frequency of occurrence and impact on the company operations

Qualification/Skills
- Bachelor degree in Auditing or Accounting. CIA is a plus
- Minimum 1-2 years of similar audit experience preferably in an Investment or Financial group.
- Presentable
- Strong command of English
- Internal control skills
- Time management
- Analysis and detail oriented
- Ability to demonstrate excellent judgment and assessment
- Bilingual (English & Arabic)

hr@halawiholding.com

Sales Representative - Halawi Holding Group

- Present and sell company products and services to current and potential clients.
- Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific targets and to project the number of contacts to be made.
- Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity.
- Identify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts as assigned.
- Prepare presentations, proposals and sales contracts.
- Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships and Identify and resolve client concerns.
- Prepare paperwork to activate and maintain contract services.

Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Banking & Finance.
- 1+ years of experience in sales of banking(loans) products.

hr@halawiholding.com

Senior Product Manager Cards - Kuwait

A conventional bank in Kuwait is seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead its card product management department, with excellent strategic thinking and communications skills and a proven track record managing and motivating teams

Candidates should have
- more than 10 years experience, including 6 or more at a multinational bank
- solid experience with retail banking products and good knowledge of alternate delivery channels
- an MBA
- experience in retail credit, marketing and a working knowledge of operations is a plus

Send CV and covering letter to info@nelsonparkadvisors.com

March 11, 2011

Staffing Manager - M&C Saatchi

- Handle administrative tasks related to HR operations (Recruitment, Performance Appraisals, Training,etc)
- Assist in screening CVs, scheduling interviews and following-up on the Recruitment process
- Keep track and update Employees Files
- Handle NSSF, MOF and other related forms

hr@mcsaatchi.me

Jardiniere - Naty's Nursery

Patiente, créative, aimable, douce et adore les petits enfants.

info@natysnursery.com

Account Executive - M&C Saatchi

- Working with and under the supervision of the Account Director and Account Manager in handling clients’ business and developing advertising strategies.
- Meeting with clients and writing constructive contact reports.
- Executing delegated jobs and ensuring delivery on time and with the requested level of quality.
- Writing stimulating creative briefs leading to excellence in creative work.
- Understanding the clients’ business in terms of historical background, product categories and target market and keeping tightly all pertaining records.
- Keeping positive relationships with other departments.

hr@mcsaatchi.me

Senior Auditor - BSF

BSF located in Badaro, a top-notch Audit and Financial advisory firm focusing ona new financial consulting concept in the Middle East so called "Part-Time CFO Consulting", is looking for a Senior Auditor with at least 3 years audit and taxation experience preferably someone who has worked within the biggest 20 audit firms ...in Lebanon.

Computer Literacy and Fluency in English & Arabic is required.

This is an opportunity which shall, for the right individual, lead to partnership in the near future.

www.bsf-lb.com
Info@bsf-lb.com

March 10, 2011

Advertising & Marketing - Digital Minds

Advertising and Marketing people with a minimum of 1 year experience.

careers@digitalminds.co

Accountant - JRS Holdings

- Enter all accounting entries on the system (EASoft)
- Correct the XO when need be and after getting the supervisors’ approval
- Credit Notes entries
- Checking New Accounts/List of Duplicate clients
- Check on the EAsoft the client accounts sheet, prepare an excel sheet for all duplicate names and present it to the supervisor for correction
- Issuance of all accounting transaction list
- Prepare on daily basis a list of all transactions and send signed copy to Management
- BSP Reconciliation
- Assist in BSP reconciliation for suppliers’ accounts when need be and inform the supervisor of all discrepancies

info@jrsholdings.com

Secretary / Receptionist - Visual interactive Media

Seeking a secretary to perform clerical and administrative functions, presentable and fluent in English, to its offices located in Beirut.

hr@v-imedia.com

Arabic Speaking Delegate - International Committee of the Red Cross

The ICRC Delegate has several functions:
- visiting prisoners of war and political detainees
- restoring family ties
- organizing relief operations
- promoting the principles of the Red Cross and of International Humanitarian Law

As a representative of the ICRC, he/she also maintains contact and negotiates with government authorities – civilian and military – in order to carry out his/her work as effectively as possible

Requirements
- ideal age: 25 to 35
- prepared to accept unaccompanied postings for the first two missions (minimum 12 months each)
- excellent command of Arabic and English. French an asset
- university education or equivalent
- minimum two years of professional experience a must
- driving license (for manual transmission vehicles)
- fully conversant with IT tools

Profile
- strongly motivated by humanitarian work
- open-minded and adaptable
- neat appearance, good speaker, well-developed writing and summarizing skills
- able to work under pressure in a dangerous environment

Requirements
Education Degree: Master Degree
Education Area: University degree (Master or equivalent experience),
Work Experience: Not less than 2 years

http://www.icrc.org/eng/who-we-are/jobs/index.jsp

March 9, 2011

Electrical Engineer - Alfa

Key Goal
To design & insures the follow up on sites implementation projects, respecting costs, delays & quality norms set by the department, as well as to validate, control & receive sites rehabilitation works & GSM switches.

Requirements
BE degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience
- 2-4 years of experience in design, study, & sub-contracting supervision
- Knowledge of international norms: IEC, BS, NFPA, IES
- Knowledge of Ecodial, Dialux
- Good Computer skills: MS office, AutoCAD
- Good communication skills
- Good analytical skills
- Good problem solving skills

recruitment@alfamobile.com.lb

Civil Engineer - Alfa

Key Goal
To ensure civil works execution for GSM sites, including structure study for existing shelter floors, tripods and antennas masts for additional load, while creating and/or updating the civil and electrical drawings, and guarantying the report and BoQ related issues (verification and approval Follow-up).

Requirements
BE degree in Civil Engineering

Experience
- 2-4 years of experience in design, study, & sub-contracting supervision
- Extensive knowledge of French/American regulations
- Extensive knowledge of construction norms:BAEL91/ACI, CM66, Neige et Vent 65
- Experience or knowledge in calculation software such as ROBOT, ARCH EFFEL is a plus
- Good Computer skills: MS office, AutoCAD
- Good communication skills
- Good analytical skills
- Good problem solving skills

recruitment@alfamobile.com.lb

Site Build Technician - Alfa

Key Goal
To perform the supervision, inspection and follow up on subcontractors works, supporting the engineers during acceptance, implementation and validation, as well as to execute civil, mechanical and electrical drawing plans of the GSM sites.

Requirements
TS Electricity or TS Civil Engineering

Experience
- At least 3 years of experience in the technical field
- Multidisciplinary technical and maintenance work
- General overview in Electrical and Civil Engineering
- Good Computer skills: MS office, AutoCAD

recruitment@alfamobile.com.lb

Accountant - Quantum Trading

Accountant – required for IT Company in Verdun area– Up to 4 years experience with data entries – costing – reconciliation – NSSF – Salary Income tax & Vat

finance@quantum.cc

Sales Officers

Qualifications
- University Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent.
- Computer and Internet literate
- Marketing Oriented
- Good command of MS Office tools
- Marketing and sales experience in the local Advertising or Internet market is a plus.

Personal Qualities
Organized, motivated, good communication skills, attention to details, responsible, ability to work and coordinate with team members.

Languages
English/Arabic (French is a plus)

jobs@borninteractive.com

March 8, 2011

Administrative Assistant - Alzheimers Lebanon

The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the overall day‐to‐day work of all projects and activities undertaken by the Association. His/her main responsibilities will include assisting the Executive Director in all office work, preparation and implementation of activities, and overall maintenance and management of office equipment and logistics. The Administrative Assistant will also assist the Executive Director in writing and drafting organizational correspondence and reports.

d.mansour@alzlebanon.org

Account Director - Muscat

Description
Actual job title is Sponsorship Account Manager (due to company structure) however the role is equal to an Account Director in the agency world

Main Duties – what you have to deliver:
- Successfully managing the delivery of deliverables to our group of B2B and consumer brand sponsors
- Ensure that all sponsors engagement and activation is maximised and exceeds expectations
- Actively seek to increase annually the income from sponsors
- Establish and maintain positive and strong client relationships
- Taking a pro-active role in new business projects from concept creation to going live

The Ideal Candidate will:
- A high achiever with an exceptional record of client management
- Outstanding ability to plan and deliver multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent report writing and budget management skills with an acute attention to detail.
- A strong, proven entrepreneurial flair for identifying new income streams from existing clients
- Expected to support the Head of Department with day-to-day Account Management tasks
- Work effectively as part of a team
- 5 to 7 years within a marketing / advertising / experiential agency.
- A good knowledge of sailing is desirable
- Graduate Level Education

A competitive package is on offer for the applicant with the correct level of expertise and experience.

myfuture@omansail.com

Communications Specialist - CARANA

CARANA, a contractor for USAID, designs and directs innovative economic growth strategies to help countries and businesses compete globally, reducing poverty and raising living standards around the world. For 25 years, we have specialized in market-led solutions to development challenges in more than 80 countries, packaging our expertise with on-the-ground resources for continuing, cost-effective results.

CARANA seeks a Communications Specialist for the upcoming USAID-funded Lebanon Industry Value Chain Development (LIVCD) project. Pending contract award, the position will be full-time for five years.

Duties: Prepare quarterly reports, success stories, web material, press releases, and content for YouTube, Facebook and other forms of communications for the project. Encourage and implement exchange of knowledge, project branding, and community capacity building and training. Must understand the importance of getting important information out and has the networks and ability to network with various bodies – public and private sector.

Minimum Qualifications: Must have experience in journalism and 5 years of experience in any of the following: broadcasting, public relations, advertising, or media. University degree in journalism, media relations, communications, or related field. Previous experience with USAID projects a plus. Good written and spoken level of Arabic and English.

LIVCDProject@gmail.com

March 7, 2011

Editor - Beyond Production

Looking for a dynamic, fashion-forward Editor for PLASTIK* magazine, the region’s leading bi-monthly visual arts publication. The ideal candidate must be fluent in English, with a journalistic experience and the constant lookout for the next it-story in fashion, beauty, photography, music, and films.

The tasks include:
- Pitching new ideas and reports to create compelling contents for each issue.
- Responding to writing assignments designated by the Fashion Editor/ Editor-in-Chief within the issue’s deadlines.

If you have the wits and style to write with a PLASTIK* tone, please e-mail your CV with a sample of your writing (on any topic within the visual arts), or a covering letter explaining why you would be fit for this position to:

kinda.mourani@beyond-production.com

Communication Director - Dubai

The Communication Director is the leader of the operational aspects of the account and owns the relationship with the client. He or she is responsible for winning Client commitment to the Agency’s brand direction, creative strategy and resulting recommendations. This position reports to a Regional Communication Director.

The candidate should:
- Develop and drive vision for the business
- Use holistic communications solutions
- Partner with senior-level client and agency executives
- Manage/align resources
- Lead financial accountability
- Build a rewarding team environment

Skills
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- A good listener
- An interpretive thinker
- A team player
- High attention to detail
- Able to work well under pressure
- Positive and pro-active
- Flexible and able to react quickly
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- New Media knowledge

joumana.abushaheen@dubai.leorburnett.com

Female Shop Manager - Carmen Steffens

Carmen Steffens Beirut is now hiring a Female Shop Manager

beirut@carmensteffens.com

Sales Women - Carmen Steffens

Carmen Steffens Beirut is now hiring a Sales Women

beirut@carmensteffens.com

March 6, 2011

Accounting/Sales Assistant - Softmind

Description
- Full time
- Follow up receivables / maintenance
- Prepare/assist/follow up sales offers
- Basic bookkeeping

Profile
- Female aged between 25-35
- Good communication skills
- Good organizational, time management and analytical skills
- Computer literate

Requirements
- Business or accounting graduate
- Fluent in Arabic and English (French is a plus)
- Experience in accounting is a plus
- Motorized with personal vehicle (there is no public transportation to offices)

hr@softmind.com.lb

Assistant/Associate Professor in Marketing

The Faculty of Business and Management at the University of Balamand (UOB) is currently seeking a well-qualified individual to join our Marketing team. This position will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Applying candidates must possess a PhD or a DBA in Marketing and will be expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate-level marketing courses and conduct research. Candidates with industry/teaching experience, excellent communication skills, and a well-defined research track, will be given preference.

Review of applications will be done on a rolling basis and will continue until the position is filled. The respondent should send his/her curriculum vitae along with a letter of interest addressing the specific qualifications listed above and listing the names and contact information of three references to:

The University of Balamand
Faculty of Business and Management
Office of the Dean
P.O. Box 100 Tripoli, Lebanon
E-mail: fobm@balamand.edu.lb

The successful candidate is expected to start his/her duties in the fall 2011 - 2012 semester. Compensation is internationally competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include health insurance assistance, 10% end-of-service indemnity contributed by the University, children's tuition reimbursement in private schools up to Grade 12 and free education at UOB.

The University of Balamand is one of the leading universities in Lebanon. It is a private institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in a variety of fields including Medicine, Engineering, Business and Management, Social and Natural Sciences, and Architecture. It currently enrolls 4850 students. English is the language of instruction throughout the University. The University campus is perched on a scenic hill overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. It is only 80 km (50 miles) from the capital Beirut and about a 15-minute drive from Tripoli, the second largest city in Lebanon. Please visit: http://www.balamand.edu.lb for additional information about UOB.

The Faculty of Business and Management is a growing Faculty with a current enrollment of 485 students in both undergraduate and graduate programs. It offers Bachelor's degrees in Business Administration, Economics, and Tourism and Hotel Management. The graduate degree offered is the M.B.A. For specific information about the FOBM, please visit us at: http://www.balamand.edu.lb/fobm

Jobs for The Games

In July 2012, London will play host to the biggest and most prestigious Olympic and Paralympic Games of all time. There are over 100,000 contract positions created by and for The Games waiting to be filled; and one could have your name on it.

As the official job board for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, jobsforthegames.co.uk gives you the chance to be involved in the greatest show on earth. Jobs will become available in the coming months and during the course of the Games.

Jobs for The Games

Sales Executive - Gala Hospitality

Seeking Sales Executives for a media and advertising company that will open in Beirut, Lebanon.

Candidate must have at least 2 years experience in this field with excellent networks in the base country.

Send CV with recent photo to ssimbajon@gala-h.com

PR and Marketing Director - GCEL

Under the direction of the Deputy Secretary General for the region, the Director of PR & Marketing will assists in gaining support, building consensus and creating buy-ins on the GCEL Program including the GLS deployment among selected target Logistics Industry Players and related Agencies especially in the region. This could involve the organization of events, road shows, selected presentations and visits to the related parties and organizations.

Responsibilities
- Assist the Deputy Secretary General in :
- Engaging public and private leaders in the respective region through meetings and participation in conferences and seminars.
- Providing general oversight of the ongoing implementation of the HumaWealth Program in that region.
- Preparing reports on how HumaWealth can advantage the region’s economy.
- Building strong relationships with GCEL’s critical strategic partners in the region.
- Providing ongoing analysis of how GCEL can advantage the regional economy.
- Media relations, responsible to ensure needed coverage on the GCEL program for the region, assisting in drafting and managing a communications plan for the company, and maintain close relationship with the media.
- Assist to create and manage all marketing collateral, including the Regional Council Website (if any)
- Coordinate and manage external PR agency on a project by project basis.

Skills
- At least a Degree in Marketing/Mass Communications/Business Administration/Economics/International Business or equivalent
- Minimum of 7 years experience in a similar position
- Experience in Logistics Industry and Technology Application would be an advantage
- Result-oriented, innovative, creative, resourceful and highly committed.
- Pleasant personality, mature and able to work independently.
- Excellent public presentation and interaction skills
- Impeccable communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent analytical and decision making skills
- Excellent written and communication English preferably multi-lingual
- Strong computer applications knowledge (preferably Mac) and internet research skills
- Ability to fulfill requests or otherwise provide services, accurate information, or assistance in a courteous and timely manner
- Ability to travel is a requirement

info@gcel.net

March 5, 2011

English Teachers - UAE

Institute of Applied Technology, United Arab Emirates (IAT) is seeking ENGLISH teachers to teach UAE national students in a practical learner centered environment. The aim of the curriculum is to help students develop the basic skills necessary to function effectively in an international work environment.

The Institution: With state-of the-art facilities and excellent support services, the Institute of Applied Technology (IAT) offers career-based technical education at the secondary and tertiary levels. IAT's aim is to meet the industrial and technical challenges and requirements that will allow UAE national students to move on to higher education and pursue their careers in the higher technologies. The IAT, with its campuses in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah, encompasses higher learning start-ups in aviation, logistics, nursing and vocational training.

The teaching medium and mode of communication across the organization is English.

Purpose: English teachers (to teach Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12) for our student-centered, project-based curriculum. As an English Teacher employed within the IAT, you will teach classes to national students who need a solid foundation in English, which they will use to develop their vocational skills. You will work in a technologically advanced environment as part of a team of faculty members to coordinate assignments and projects in the students chosen discipline. Preference will be given to Native speaker applicant.

Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
- CELTA or other equivalent teaching certification.
- Minimum 3 years of teaching experience at elementary, middle school or high school level.
- Experience in the Middle East an advantage.

Salary and Benefits:
The IAT offers a competitive tax-free salary, housing allowance, air fare, relocation allowance (if deployed from overseas), medical insurance, gratuity and subsidized education for your children.

iat.rec@iat.ac.ae

Consultancy for Customized Trainings in ICT Business

Description
Request for Customized Trainings in ICT Business
- Developing and Implementing Business Plans for ICT businesses
- Risk Management

Topics
- Outreaching for ICT loan products vs other loan products
- Difference between ICT Business and Regular Businesses in term of volatility, risk, business planning and capital requirements
- Financial and business management in ICT businesses
- Starting an ICT Business in rural areas of Lebanon- skills and knowledge
Targeted Number of attendees: 20
Timeline: During April (maximum three days per training)

Available Data and Documents: 5 Business plans developed by RI Lebanon for ICT businesses in rural areas.

Requirements from Potential applicant organizations
At least 5 years experience in designing and delivering business trainings

liliane@ri.org

March 4, 2011

Administrative Coordinator - School

The Administrative Coordinator assumes responsibility of support administrative services for the whole school. Reports to School Principal and Reports to her/him: Administrative Assistant, Correspondent.

Tasks
- Assists in developing the annual budget plan of the school.
- Prepares the weekly scholastic teachers' schedule; allocation of classes and periods.
- Prepares classroom as well as the seating arrangements of students during exams.
- Prepares the periodic schedules of parents-teachers meetings.
- Monitors staff absenteeism and tardiness and provides the H.R. department with weekly reports.
- Provides the H.R. department with list of the number of monthly periods taught by the contractual staff.
- Follows up with the maintenance team and cleaning staff for the general upkeep of the school buildings.
- Prepares all official documents requested by the Ministry of Education or any other official sector.
- Prepares necessary paperwork related to insurance matters; ensures the transportation of emergency cases to hospitals.
- Prepares yearly purchasing orders of uniforms, books, and stationary; ensures their appropriate distribution to all concerned parties.
- Managing and inspecting school canteen.
- Arranges the logistics of photocopying all types of documents (exams, memos…)
- Distribute staff pay slips received from the H.R. department.
- Passing on memos to all parties concerned.
- Evaluates staff performance and submits periodic reports on their progress; suggests training needs accordingly.
- Suggests issuing correspondence letters to department staff (warnings, appreciation letters…)
- Attends meetings, workshops, and training sessions during and outside school hours.
- Performs other duties of similar nature as requested by the School Principal.

Requirements
- Education Background: B.A. Public administration / Business administration or any related field from a reputable university.
- Experience: Min. 3 years of relevant experience. (Preferably in a school)
- Languages: Good in Arabic & English.
- Computer Literacy: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point) - Personal skills: Punctual, high attention to details, excellent organizational skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and strong character.

Contact Person
Mr. Hady Issa
HR Department
00961-1-544900 ext. 126
acclebanon.hr@gmail.com

March 3, 2011

Content Manager - Arab Cultural Fund

Manage AFAC’s website content and AFAC’s online application and evaluation processes.

Principal Accountabilities
- Research grantee and general cultural news in the Arab regional press;
- Collect grantee news from AFAC’s grants and communications managers;
- Upload news to the AFAC website;
- Manage online applications and ensure a smooth, trouble free process;
- Manage online evaluation by jurors and ensure a smooth, trouble free process;
- Design additional forms for future calls for proposals;
- Be the center point interface for the Content Management System at AFAC in interface with website developers, designers and the AFAC team.
- Track and report on all site metrics;
- Maintain a consistent look and feel throughout all web properties;
- Create, develop and manage content for organization’s web presence;
- Keep current with emerging web technologies through relevant blogs, listservs, and events; and
- Ensure web-based information is archived for future needs and reference

Knowledge Skills and Experience
- Information workflow management and in information architecture and organization;
- Advanced knowledge of HTML and CSS and experience with popular content management systems (mainly Drupal);
- Basic Adobe Photoshop skills;
- Strong verbal and written ARABIC & ENGLISH skills, FRENCH a plus;
- Ability to work in a small team-oriented environment; and
- Knowledge of the Arab arts and cultural scene a plus.

Contact
Oussama Rifahi
Executive Director
+9611747761
rifahi@arabculturefund.org

Employment Officer - UNRWA

The Employment officer is responsible for the proper rollout of the Employment Services Centres (ESCs) and for the compliance of the ESCs in Saida and Tyre with their respective set objectives.

Description
Under the overall supervision of the UNRWA Employment coordinator
1) The Employment officer will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation and coordination of activities of the centres with the ESCs’ supervisors.
2) The Employment officer will assume responsibility for the provision of technical inputs, day-to-day monitoring and backstopping.

Specifically the Employment officer’ role is to
- Coordinate and inform on a day-to-day basis the Employment coordinator about the ESCs’ progresses, achievements, and main obstacles encountered;
- Act as the liaison between the UNRWA Employment coordinator and the ESCs Supervisors for any issues related to the implementation of the interventions, and for communication purposes;
- Follow-up and support the ESC Supervisors in the implementation of the strategy and achievement of objectives set for the centres;
- Generate synergies and set up a Network between ESCs for information sharing on jobseekers profiles, training and employment prospects available to the Palestinian community;
- Support the Counselling/placement officers of ESCs in the implementation of the strategy & guidelines for trainings and placement interventions;
- Ensure with the Counselling/placement officers that the referral of jobseekers to skill training opportunities comply with the strategy & guidelines developed by the Employment coordinator;
- Ensure with the Counselling/placement officers that the referral of jobseekers to job placements comply with the international standards of quality and decent jobs;
- Follow-up with and assist the ESC supervisors in the implementation of the Apprenticeship and On-the-job training component of the ESCs;
- Steer, assist and monitor the Outreach officers’ activities;
- Provide day-to-day technical support to ESCs staffs;
- Ensure that the Management Information System in place is properly functioning in all ESCs and that it responds to the needs of staffs;
- Coordinate and ensure the quality and accuracy of the monthly and quarterly monitoring reports prepared by the ESC Supervisors;
- Assist the Employment coordinator in the preparation of monitoring & evaluation reports;
- Assist the Employment coordinator in any other tasks (preparation of presentations, organizations of field visits, organization of roundtables with employers etc).

The incumbent must demonstrate the following qualifications and competencies
- A minimum of two years of relevant work experience;
- A University degree in Sociology, Social sciences, Economics, Business or Management
- Strong communication, liaison, facilitation, problem-solving skills;
- Knowledge of Lebanon context and the Employment issues affecting the Palestine refugees.
- Basic knowledge of Placement & counselling services is a plus;

Contact
Celine Calve
Programme analyst
+9611840490 ext:332
c.calve@unrwa.org

March 2, 2011

Sales - InStyle - Jordan

InStyle is now Recruiting!

Position: Sales
Part-timer/Full-timer Preferably a female (22-35y.o.)
Good communication skills
Good command of English and Arabic

(Experience is a plus)

instyle.jo@gmail.com

Translator / Interpreter - English/Arabic

Education Development Center, implementers of the USAID D-RASATI project, is seeking a Translator / Interpreter to serve the project. The person in this position will be expected to support all project translation and interpreting activities including translating a variety of documents and messages, interpreting from English to Arabic or Arabic to English during meetings, proofreading, editing and revising translated materials, checking translations of technical terms for accuracy, and using technology efficiently to facilitate translation. The Translator / Interpreter will effectively interact with a diverse staff, engage as a member of a team, accept feedback, troubleshoot questions or problems and will seek help, supervision and support as needed. This position reports to the Chief of Party and will be located in Beirut, Lebanon.

Essential functions include [but are not limited to]
- Translate materials from English to Arabic and/or Arabic to English, as needed;
- Interpret messages either simultaneously or consecutively into Arabic or English, maintaining content, context, and style as much as possible;
- Proofread, edit, and revise translated materials;
- Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words and/or concepts;
- Assist in the production of any power point presentations, posters, tables, graphs, and visual aids;
- Check translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout the translation;
- Refer to reference materials, i.e. dictionaries, lexicons and computerized terminology banks, as needed to ensure translation accuracy;
- Compile terminology and information to be used in translations, including technical terms used on the D-RASATI project;
- Provide support to outsourced translators and interpreters by familiarizing them with D-RASATI terminology;
- Follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information;
- Perform various assigned duties to balance workload;
- Plan, organize and independently carry out workload priorities to ensure smooth and timely coordination and production;
- Provide administrative support to the Chief of Party and Deputy Chief of Party as needed

d-rasati@edc.org

Secretary / Operator - UNDP

The Economic and Social Fund for Development (ESFD) focuses on two main areas of intervention:
- The job creation component, which aims to enhance job opportunities in the disadvantaged areas of Lebanon through the provision of credit to small and medium enterprises and capacity development to individual entrepreneurs.
- The community development component, which provides financial grants and technical support to projects proposed by local communities to ESFD to improve social and economic living conditions of low-income groups.
The Secretary will be responsible for ensuring sound and high quality professional communication, secretarial and administrative support to the FMU's team.

Functions / Key Results Expected
- Perform secretarial functions such as typing, receiving and logging in incoming correspondence, operating the telephone and expediting messages.
- Arrange appointments and maintain program staff's calendar, receive visitors, place and screen telephone calls and respond to queries relating to the area of responsibility with discretion.
- Arrange meetings, both internal and external.
- Prepare informal translations and act as interpreter.
- Draft routine correspondence, finalize correspondence and documents, attach necessary background information and ensure follow-up.
- Establish the reference unit and the orderly filing system to hold, and allow efficient access to correspondence, documents and publications.
- Organize and oversee all logistics related to the implementation of activities of both components.
- Arrange for the provision of required support services and for the procurement of required office supplies and other expendable office equipment.
- Provide secretarial and logistical support, when needed, to the international experts.
- Maintain updated contact lists of relevant names, addresses and telephone numbers (ministries, NGOs, international organizations, municipalities and others).
- Prepare security clearances pertaining to all international consultants/experts as deemed necessary.
- Initiate, facilitate and follow-up travel arrangements for staff/experts, including issuance of visas travel tickets and arrangement for transportation.
- Provide professional communication and administrative support to the staff.
- Surf the internet to compile information requested by team members.
- Perform other duties as deemed necessary.

Competencies
- Good writing Skills writing skills.
- Good command of Excel, Word, Power Point, e-mail and Internet.
- Typing/keyboarding in minimum 45 wpm both in Arabic and English.
- Proven inter-personal and communication skill.
- High levels of team competence and professional initiative.

Recruitment Qualifications
Education: Secondary Degree
Experience: Two years secretarial experience. Previous experience in development related organizations is desirable.
Language Requirements: Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic. Knowledge of French is an asset.

Application Deadline 02 March 2011

http://www.undp.org.lb/jobs/VacancyApply.cfm