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.

July 31, 2013

Internship - European Council on Foreign Relations - France

The Policy Fellow will undertake research and develop analysis and recommendations on key political, socio-economic and security issues related to EU policies towards the MENA region. With a strong focus on policy innovation, they will be part of ECFR’s advocacy effort to build coalitions and develop relevant networks. This Policy Fellow in particular will build networks in the MENA Policy community in Paris, France and perhaps also in Brussels, Belgium; and will be expected to help oversee certain MENA Programme projects and activities including the work of specific Visiting Fellows. Responsibilities will be assigned in accordance with strategic priorities as they evolve.

The post will be in ECFR’s Paris Office, France, unless determined otherwise. The Policy Fellow will report directly to the Head of MENA Programme with additional input from the Director and the Editor, as appropriate. A system of peer review ensures active engagement of all policy fellows across the organisation.

Responsibilities
- Undertake relevant research.
- Write reports and policy briefs as well as shorter commentaries, blog posts and media pieces.
- Identify and liaise with relevant external contacts and ECFR Council members.
- Represent ECFR externally.
- Contribute to the the formulation of the programme’s strategy and work plan, and help ensure its effective implementation.
- Strengthen and expand the programme’s policy and advocacy network.
- Contribute to broader policy development and follow relevant discussions within and outside ECFR.
- Help identify and open prospects for financial support.

Experience and skills
- Extensive knowledge and experience of the Middle East and North Africa region.
- In-depth knowledge of EU relations with the Southern neighbourhood and the wider region.
- A track-record of engaging with policy communities in both the EU and the MENA region.
- An ability to develop innovative policy proposals and creative ways of looking at EU policies towards the region and individual countries.
- Excellent research and analytical skills, the ability to devise and lead research projects, prepare detailed reports and briefing papers, setting out relevant research findings and policy recommendations on EU policies towards the region.
- The ability to maintain and develop a substantial network of contacts with relevant policy-makers, politicians, experts and others in the region.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Media experience and the ability to present and speak in public.
- A professional working knowledge of Arabic, French and a high standard of written and spoken English.
- The ability to work within a team in a multi-national environment, and to travel frequently.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter specifying primary areas of expertise and intended future work to recruitment@ecfr.eu, with subject line “MENA Policy Fellow”. Please restrict your CV to no more than two pages of A4. Candidates must have permission to work in the UK or France.

Applications should reach us no later than noon 9th August 2013. Please note, due to the large volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Health Educator - ANERA - Lebanon

The position requires the person to be involved in training, informational tools development and community-based activities. The position also requires the person to work in the office (40%) and in the field (60%), mainly in Palestinian refugee camps of North, South, and Central Lebanon.

- Provision of efficient support to the Project Manager
- Design and provide training activities on pertinent health issues and desirable practices,
- Develop health informational tools
- Coordinate and guide community-based activities that address pertinent health issues

Qualifications
- Masters in Public Health, preferably in Health Promotion & Community Health.
- 1/2 years of experience in community-centered health promotion, and health messaging.
- Excellent command of English and Arabic.
- Excellent computer skills.

Desirable:
- Good command of SPSS, data analysis and reporting
- Driving skills

Send CV with a cover letter to anera@aneralebanon.org by Wed Aug 7, 2013.

July 29, 2013

Accountant - Climtech - Lebanon

- Responsible for receiving all invoices coming into the company and verifies their accuracy.
- Responsible for inputting the invoices into the company's computer system and recording all transactions the business does (Clients, Suppliers, banks, payments, collections.…)
- Responsible for Collection of all accounts receivables
- Responsible for the Delivery of the checks to the suppliers
- Responsible for Filing and photocopying all accounting papers (Vouchers, Bank statements, Suppliers, invoices...)
- Responsible for filling all required daily reports (list of invoices. VAT List, Payments,)
- Follow up with the suppliers to get statements, to adjust invoices…
- Handle cash payments and receipts
- Prepare monthly account reconciliations, correct discrepancies (Bank, Suppliers)

info@climtech.com.lb

Mechanical (Zone) Engineer - Climtech - Lebanon

- Prepare, supervise and Elaborate shop drawings and as-built drawings.(B)
- Executes material take off.(B)
- Executes Daily Site supervision and Control. (A)
- Maintains project schedule by monitoring project progress; coordinating activities; resolving problems as instructed by his direct Manager.(A)
- Reports to the construction Manager and provides him with the needed back-up.(A)
- Requests daily consumable orders (A).
- Prepares materials Submittals.(C)
- Executes testing, commissioning and handing over procedure.(A)
- Prepares one month look ahead for the works and required materials.(A)
- Supervise the time keeper/personnel and monitors the labors time sheets(A)

helene.khattar@climtech.com

Draftsman - Climtech - Lebanon

A Large Electromechanical Company is seeking for an AutoCAD Mechanical Draftsman to assist the Mechanical Engineers.

Qualifications
- Preferably holder of TS or LT in Mechanics or technical degree in Equivalent
- Minimum 5 to 10 years’ Experience in 2D/3D AutoCAD

Tasks
- Assist in Layout of Drawings Mechanical & Electrical Equipment
- Preparation in Layout drawing of piping, drainage, water supply, fire, HVAC etc…..
- Assist in preparation of the 2Ds &3Ds AutoCAD drawing and Creates CAD drawings for engineering projects
- Creates and modifies maps.
- Creates section details
- AutoFluid is a must

helene.khattar@climtech.com

Administrative Assistant - Arab Council for the Social Sciences - Lebanon

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and functional support to the ACSS senior management.

Main accountabilities
- Administrative tasks, which include, but are not limited to file maintenance, preparing meeting materials, creating databases and spreadsheets
- Provide administrative support to the Finance & Administration Manager
- Answer phone calls, receive visitors, keep the Director General’s agenda and the Council calendar
- Assist in all aspects of the Council conference and GA meetings
- Provide support for Council workshops and meetings (e.g. take meeting notes, write up meeting summaries, following up on meeting logistics including travel and hotel arrangements, catering, folders preparation, etc.)
- Create a system for membership database, reaching out to members and following up all their requests with guidance from Director General
- Provide research assistance
- Assist the Fellowship & Grants Manager in aspects related to programs.
- Draft program correspondence
- Assist with the administration of the fellowships competitions
- Manage fellowships database and fellows’ files
- Liaise with program fellows and prospective fellow applicants when required
- Organize logistical details for program workshops and meetings

Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in any discipline but preferred in a social science
- Previous administrative experience is a plus
- Proficient in MS Office, including MS Word, MS Excel, databases and Internet applications
- Language proficiency: English and Arabic, French is a plus

Competencies
- Organizational skills
- Multi-tasking
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Ability to work under stress
- Excellent written and oral communication skills

Interested candidates are kindly requested to email their cover letter and CV to admin@theacss.org

Deadline: Aug-16-13

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Psycho-Social Counsellor - SDC/MADA - Lebanon

The role of the social worker is to help the project assistants to cope better with the problems resulting from the stress of their work with the beneficiaries when registering and verifying beneficiaries. This person should ideally dispose of a toolbox of methods including teaching teamwork, cooperation, and respect for people living in especially difficult situations, to assist the three teams of project assistants who are challenged by working in a stressful environment.

Depending on the available professional background and experience the role of the social worker is to work with the project team in implementing a suitable programme of activities raising the teams’ sensibility for refugees and their hosts in the project area. The social worker will plan and lead discussions that could include issues such as health, violence, rights of the women and children and work with traumatized people in general.

Specific Responsibilities and Tasks:
- To work closely with the project team, in particular the Project Manager and MADA’s Knowledge Management Coordinator, advising on all issues relevant to implementing the project’s regular activities with registering beneficiaries and refugees hosted by them.
- Providing support for the project team to implement regular programme activities, i.e.assist in registrations and verifications of beneficiaries.
- Develop relationships with local authorities such as mukhtars, mayors, imams, teachers, parents, children, and other relevant stakeholders.
Network with other organisations working in the project area (UN, INGOs) and participate in relevant meetings with them.
- Monitoring and evaluation are important responsibilities as well as providing supporting material for reports, including case studies and also produce reports on psychosocial activities undertaken (Maintain case history records and prepare reports).
- Developing and managing a referral system for vulnerable women, children and traumatized persons.
- To accompany the project teams during registration and verification of beneficiaries and support the teams in routine tasks.
- Conducting interviews with beneficiaries and their families to assess and review their situation
- To participate in team meetings
- To organise and facilitate community events and outreach courses (which may be scheduled on evenings and weekends).
- To travel to classes, attend meetings with the communities, and conduct workshops in different geographical locations throughout the project area.

Applicant’s Profile:
- A mature personality, preferably a woman
- Solid professional background in Social Work, psycho-social counselling or related field
- At least 3 years of experience in a similar role
- Experience with refugees/vulnerable populations essential
fluency in Arabic and English (knowledge of French is advantageous)
- Strong computer skills
- Strong communication skills
- Proficient team working experience
- Willingness to live and work in Akkar
- Experience in trainings and facilitation of workshops in typical topics such as human rights, acceptance of others,...

Timeframe
The assignment will commence as soon as possible and be conducted in the framework of a contract with a limited duration to be specified.

Contact information
Lina Abi-Rizk Khoury
Knowledge Management Coordinator
vacancies@mada.org.lb

Deadline: Jul-31-13

July 26, 2013

Electronics Engineer - Instabeat - Lebanon

Instabeat is recruiting an "Electronics Engineer".

jobs@instabeat.me

IT Engineer - Kurban Travel - Lebanon

Kurban Travel is looking for an IT Engineer. Some of the IT Engineer responsibilities are to develop, test, install, configure and troubleshoot computer hardware and software including the company's server.

Requirements
- BS In Computer Science
- Minimum 3 years of experience

hr@kurbantravel.com

Teacher at the Early Childhood Center (Part-time) - LAU - Lebanon

The Early Childhood Center is currently looking for a Teacher (part-time basis) to be located in Beirut Campus. The Early Childhood Center at the Lebanese American University (Beirut campus) provides a high-quality, developmentally appropriate and stimulating environment for 2 to 4 years old children.

Basic responsibilities:

- Develop lesson plans and materials to support short-term and long-term goals.
- Apply knowledge and understanding of the developmentally appropriate practices relevant to early childhood education.
- Participate in daily documentation and in developing children’s portfolios.
- Is able to adjust the teaching approach based on children’s individual needs.
- Create a positive and engaging classroom climate.
- Develop strong, positive and productive relationships with children.
- Assess children using the appropriate assessment tools and maintain children’s academic records.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education with an emphasis on Early Childhood Education from a reputable university
- A minimum of one year of professional work experience in teaching children
- Fluency in verbal and written English and Arabic. French is a plus
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills.
- Excellent knowledge about the developmentally appropriate practices for preschool children
- Applications should be emailed to beirut.hire@lau.edu.lb, specifying “ECC Teacher” in the subject line.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday August 20, 2013.

No applications will be accepted after this date, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Administrative Assistant (Part-time) - Peace Labz - Lebanon

Partners for Democratic Change International (PDCI) and PeaceLabz are looking for a part-time Administrative Assistant to support the EU funded project “Establishing conflict resilient communities in the North of Lebanon”. Are you an enthusiastic, experienced individual and willing to travel from time to time to the North? Then we would be happy to meet you.

The project “Establishing conflict resilient communities in the North of Lebanon” is jointly achieved by PDCI and PeaceLabz. The administrative Assistant will join the Team at PeaceLabz in Beirut and report to the Program Coordinator at Peace Labz.

Key responsibilities
- Maintain websiteMaintain website
- Attends meetings with PDCI whenever they are visiting Beirut
- Create online communication tool for working group
- Write minutes of Team meetings and other gatherings
- Translate important papers from Arabic to English
- Prepare correspondences
- Provide support and assistance to Peace Labz Team in writing reports, prepare documents and desk research
- Coordinate logistics of meetings and travels
- Report on activities to Peace Labz Program Manager
- Handle office maintenance :coordinate repairs to office equipment, internet , electricity bills
- Order office supplies and monitor inventory
- Keep a proper documentation for files of all projects and staff members
- Ensure all necessary documents are on file and monitored including projects proposals, reports, budgets, contracts, codes of conduct, job descriptions, attendance sheets, holiday and sick leave requests, disciplinary documents and appraisals
- Handle the filing and organization of Peace Labs contracts and financial
- Ensure proper documentation of receipts / invoices
- Ensure that accounting procedures are followed by the team members
- Attend internal regular meetings and prepare Minutes of Meetings (staff meetings, financial meetings…)
- Editing, proofreading, and typing (type and word process documents as needed in Arabic and English)
- Produce mailing labels and reports as requested
- To be in charge of any other duties relating to the nature of the job as directed by the Project coordinator
- Assist the Project Coordinator in office related communication (making phone calls, faxing, scanning, and emailing )
- Handle logistics related to the field such as trainings, meetings and community projects (materials needed, space, accommodation, etc…)

Qualifications and skills
- Strong communication and team work skills
- Knowledge of local laws and regulations
- Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English
- Able to work independently and energetically
- Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, more than 35 word per minute typing in English/Arabic)
- Good organizational skills and translation skills are a plus
- Experience required: 3 to 5 years Education degree: High School Field of education: Relevant degree or similar education - Relevant experience in similar context
- Part-Time position

Send CV with cover letter to info@peacelabz.org

Deadline Jul-31-13

Administrative Assistant (Part-time) - LAU - Lebanon

The Nursery (Early Childhood Center) at the Lebanese American University (Beirut campus) provides a high-quality, developmentally appropriate and stimulating environment for 2 to 4 year old children.

Basic responsibilities
- Welcome parents and children to the ECC
- Handle the application process
- Deal with deliveries to the ECC such as the children’s meals, purchases and other material
- Recommend needed material, purchases, and budget for the ECC
- Answer any telephone inquiries concerning the ECC
- Coordinate and facilitate daily functions in an efficient manner for the smooth running of the ECC
- Coordinate through the Department of Education with university offices and outside entities on any needs and follow up
- Attend to any requests from the teachers for a creative and conducive teaching and learning environment
- Help in keeping a safe and healthy environment for the children
- Guide student assistants placed in the ECC
- Other relevant administrative duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities
- Strong communication, interpersonal and public relation skills
- Pleasant, patient and collaborative
- Likes to be around children and to support the mission of the nursery

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or equivalent
- General office managerial experience
- Fluency in verbal and written English and Arabic. French is a plus
- Strong interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills

CVs should be emailed to beirut.hire@lau.edu.lb, specifying “ECC” in the subject line.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday August 6, 2013.

Lebanese Chef - Joe Barza - UAE

Chef Joe is looking for a Lebanese Chef specialized in Lebanese Cuisine to work in UAE.

For those interested kindly send your CVs at info@joebarza.com with "Lebanese" as subject.

Italian Cuisine Chef - Joe Barza - KSA

Chef Joe is looking for an Italian Cuisine Chef to work in Saudi Arabia.

For those interested kindly send your CVs at info@joebarza.com with "Italian" as subject.

July 24, 2013

Broadcast Journalist - BBC Arabic - London

Job Description
BBC Arabic is a multi-platform department, providing news and information to audiences across the Arab world and beyond on TV, Radio and Online, 24 hours per day, seven days per week. It requires a number of Broadcast Journalists to work across the range of its output.

Working under the supervision of Senior Broadcast Journalists, BJs produce accurate, informed and interesting news and programming to the highest possible standards. The role demands energy, creativity and flexibility, as well as a genuine passion for explaining the world to our audiences.

In addition, BJs will increasingly be expected to work closely with the rest of the BBC, building relationships that will be mutually beneficial and which enable BBC Arabic to take a leading role in the overall BBC coverage of the Arab world.

Main Duties
- To research, write, translate, edit or adapt items, stories or programme material.
- To find contributors and interviewees as well as other sources of material and/or actuality, as appropriate and to the required specification.
- To be responsible for a moving story, amending and updating material as required in order to build compelling and engaging news sequences. To think through and around editorial problems, developing realistic alternative strategies and approaches.
- To offer ideas for stories and items, programmes and series, attending pre-programme and planning meetings as required. To suggest new angles and formats on existing stories in order to bring them to life for the audience.
- To liaise closely with other team members and with contributors, reporters and stringers and when commissioning material to give effective guidance and feedback.
- To undertake pre and post production and studio work, live and pre-recorded. After appropriate training, use a range of video, audio & digital equipment and information technology to research, write, assemble, edit and deliver programmes in the appropriate medium, to the highest professional standards.
- To perform on air with or without a script, conduct interviews and chair discussions, live or pre-recorded.
- To voice and edit packages at the desktop.
- To produce graphics at the desktop and in collaboration with graphic designers.
- To use online production systems to produce content for BBCArabic.com
- To be familiar with different technical systems, including news production systems, demonstrate a willingness to learn to operate new technology systems and to be able to adapt to different working methods.
- To be prepared to take on any role required by the Editor or SBJ in response to the needs of the newsroom.
- To build strong relationships with other parts of the BBC, in particular within Global News.
- To deputise for SBJs in their absence as required.

Skills, knowledge and experience required:
- A full command and up-to-date knowledge of spoken and written modern standard Arabic, as first or equivalent language.
- A good knowledge of English, including complete comprehension of written and spoken English and the ability to communicate effectively.
- Significant recent experience as a journalist, with a good knowledge of production techniques.
- Ability to write, adapt and translate with accuracy, clarity and style appropriate to differing audiences and forms of media.
- Comprehensive knowledge of regional and international news.
- An excellent understanding of BBC Arabic output and audiences.
- Awareness of the growing importance of social media and the benefits and challenges it brings.
- Strong team working and highly developed communication skills.
- A good broadcasting voice and the ability to acquire the appropriate presentation style is desirable.
- Clear understanding of the future direction of Global News and the role that will be played by BBC Arabic.
- Ability to build strong relationships with key people in other parts of the BBC.
- Thorough knowledge of the BBC Editorial Guidelines and the values of the BBC.

COMPETENCIES
Editorial Judgement - demonstrates balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of BBC editorial guidelines, target audience, programme and department objectives. Makes the right editorial decisions, taking account of conflicting views where necessary.

Creative Thinking - able to transform creative ideas into practical reality. Can look at existing situations and problems in novel ways and come up with creative solutions.
Communication - able to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information.

Influencing and persuading - able to present sound and well reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change.

Managing relationships and team working - able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.

Resilience - manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, set backs or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy.

Flexibility - adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one’s own organisation or job requirements.

Contract: 12 months Fixed Term
Reports to SBJs and the Editor, BBC Arabic

Apply Online

Executive Assistant - LAU - Lebanon

The Dean of Students’ Office in Beirut Campus is currently searching for an Executive Assistant to support the Office in all its clerical and administrative duties.

Basic Functions and Responsibilities:
- Receives and screens visitors’ telephone calls, emails, faxes and other correspondence.
- Provides information and resolves complaints which regularly require the use of good judgment and the interpretation of policies and procedures.
- Schedules and maintains the Dean’s calendar of appointments, meetings and travel, and makes necessary logistic arrangements to support these activities. Coordinates some office functions and activities with other departments.
- Coordinates the Dean’s meetings taking minutes and circulating them. Provides administrative support for events and conferences hosted by the Dean, handling all details as required.
- Researches, compiles and summarizes a variety of informational or statistical materials.
- Implements the necessary procedures to comply with LAU’s archiving system and sets up any necessary additional information filing system in a professional manner so as to control and manage confidentiality of the Dean’s records, files and databases.
- Oversees maintenance of office equipment, such as computers, copiers and printers, securing the smooth operation of all office facilities. Monitors office supplies stock, and places orders for necessary replenishments.
- Supervises the work of student assistants assigned to the office and monitors their contracts and timesheets, to ensure they fulfill their duties.
- Assists in preparing and managing the Dean of Students’ budget as well as the budgets of the Residence Hall and the Athletics Departments.
- Assists the Dean as directed in responding to various correspondences, typing of memos and papers, studies and presentations.
- Performs other tasks pertinent to this job as assigned.

Desired Qualifications and Profile:
- Bachelor degree from a renowned university.
- At least 5 years of office management experience, preferably in higher education.
- Excellent communication capabilities both in Arabic and English.
- Highly skilled in typing and all necessary computer software, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Oracle, and other applications.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to work with diverse teams.


Applications should be emailed to beirut.hire@lau.edu.lb, specifying the job title in the subject line.

Closing date for applications is Friday July 26, 2013.

Sales Account Executive - Netways - Bahrain

Netways is looking for top-notch sales executives to drive the direct sale of Netways products and Professional Services into an assigned geographic territory. The ideal candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the sales process from identifying new prospects, validating their needs, performing sales presentations to prospects, negotiating contacts, and closing new business deals. Work closely with the pre-sales technical support team and perform assessments to determine customer requirements.

Qualifications
- A B.S. or M.S. in Computer Engineering or Computer Science or a related field is strongly preferred
- Minimum 2 years of solid IT sales experience.
- Must possess excellent sales references.
- Strong business development, technical presentation skills, and the ability to present technical concepts and business solutions clearly through demonstrations and proposals.
- Candidates must have good organizational skills, prospecting and follow-up skills.
- Experience telemarketing or cold calling is required.
- Very computer literate and Internet savvy with a good understanding of enterprise applications, operating systems and programming languages.
- Self-motivated, problem solving, and a self-starter who works with little direction.
- Must be willing to travel and possess the ability to work remotely and independently.
- Must have recent experience selling enterprise software to enterprises
- Experience selling into the financial services, healthcare, insurance, telecommunications and/or oil & gas industries a definite plus.
- Experience selling BPM, CRM, EIP, EAI or application server products a definite plus.

cv@netways.com

Social Media Expert Instructor - Netways - Lebanon

Looking to recruit a Full time Instructor in Rashya in Social Media

Qualifications
- BA in Media
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in teaching
- Highly Skilled in all major social media platforms : Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, YouTube, Blogs, SEO
- Good Communication skills (especially in English)
- Design/ Deliver/Prepare training materials and programs
- Support/Coach Students
- Plan and Direct training courses

cv@netways.com

MS Office Instructor - Netways - Lebanon

Looking to recruit a Full time Instructor in Rashya in MS office r:

Qualifications
- BA in Business Administration
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in teaching
- Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Access
- Good Communication skills (especially in English)
- Design/ Deliver/Prepare training materials and programs
- Support/Coach Students
- Plan and Direct training courses Pleas

cv@netways.com

July 22, 2013

Communication Officer - Lebanon Mountain Trail - Lebanon

The LMT Association is seeking a Communication Officer to assume lead responsibility for all external communication. In particular, he/she will implement the following tasks:

Communication
- Administer the LMT Facebook page (post news, remove spam / indecent photos, etc. (biweekly)
- Maintain the LMT website by uploading new information and photos (weekly)
- Setup and manage LMTA’s online blog
- Maintain a supply of LMT printed material and replenish stocks as needed (quarterly)
- Coordinate the production of the semi-annual LMT magazine by working with the lead editor, contributors, graphic designer, and the print shop and collecting the needed write-ups and contributions (EN FR and AR)
- Prepare material for potential sponsors including sponsorship briefs and Powerpoint presentations on an as-needed basis (quarterly)
- Mobilize TVs, radios, newspapers, thematic journals, e-journals, to promote the LMT and its activities and projects (events based)
- Liaise with Lebanese and International Nature Tour Operators organizing trips and events on the LMT (monthly)
- Facilitate the visit of local and international travel writers to explore and write about the LMT in various media channels
- Prepare outreach material for specific LMT activities and programs: i.e. Water Awareness on the LMT, Trail to Every Classroom, etc.

Events Management
- Participate in the planning and the organization of the annual thru-walk
- Plan and organize the participation of the LMT Association in selected fairs and exhibitions incl. Garden Show, Outdoor Lebanon, Jabalna, etc.
- Participate in the planning and organization of other events: LMTA gathering, trail work (clearing and blazing), community work, Corporate Social Responsibility events.

The Communication Officer will report to the LMTA Board, represented by its President or his designee. He/she will work in full coordination with other LMT staff including the Field Officer and the Administrative Officer.

Requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, team worker
- Language proficiency in spoken and written Arabic and English required, French is a plus
- University degree (communication, social sciences, civil society, etc.)
- At least 3 years of experience in communication (preferably in local development and NGOs)
- Ability to work under pressure
- Excellent organizational skills and good project management skills
- Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HTML, etc.)
- Prior NGO work is preferred

info@lebanontrail.org

Education and Youth Officer - Lebanon Mountain Trail - Lebanon

The LMT Association (LMTA) is seeking a full-time Education and Youth Officerto assume lead responsibility for all education and outreach activities implemented by the organization. The LMTA has in recent years worked with several schools (Antonine School, Ghazir; Rafic Hariri High School, Saida; Melkart School, Hazmieh) to promote place-based education. It has started designing a comprehensive, LMT-based education program called “Trail To Every Classroom” that combines classroom and extra-curricular activities to effect behavior change. The program is not mature yet and will need the energy and commitment of an education officer with pedagogical skills.

In particular, he/she will implement the following tasks:
- Coordinate the implementation of the “Trail To Every Classroom” program in participating schools (up to 10 schools per year)
- Coordinate the preparation and production of the “LMT Teachers’ Guide” with input from relevant subject-matter specialists and organizations
- Coordinate other youth and fun-based learning activities on the trail such as shell cleanup, art competition, photo competition, rally papers, etc.
- Report on LMT Association’s education activities by producing short narratives for the semi-annual LMT magazine and website, and by preparing PowerPoint presentation for potential donors and contributors
- Identify opportunities and lead the preparation of short proposals to raise funds for additional youth and educational activities on the LMT
- Promote the LMT Association projects and activities among Lebanese Universities and mobilize students to participate in different events.

The Education and Youth Officer will report to the LMT Board, represented by its President or his designee. He/she will work in full coordination with other LMT staff including the Field Officer and the Administrative Officer.

Requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, team worker
- Language proficiency in spoken and written Arabic and English required; French is a plus
- University degree (education and/or social sciences, behavior change, etc.)
- Ability to meet work under pressure
- Prior school related experience
- Familiar with Lebanese public school curriculum and text books
- Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

info@lebanontrail.org

Researcher - Visualizing Palestine - Lebanon

- Carrying out exploratory research into topics, including gathering published reports and summarising key information
- Undertaking focused research into specific questions, including data aggregation and analysis
- Collating, analysing, plotting and mapping data to understand and explain a topic
- Brainstorming story ideas and generating visual concepts with designers and other team members
- Contacting relevant experts and partners to verify and clarify research
- Working together with other researchers, including allocating tasks and reviewing work
- Researching wider context and analogous topics to support a given topic
- Reviewing final visuals to ensure that research is accurately represented

This role will take up the majority of your time. The remaining time will be dedicated
to working with the team on other aspects of VP.

Desired Qualities
- Enthusiasm for information, learning and understanding things
- An eye for a good story. Ability to identify the key facts that illustrate the overall picture
- Ability to think laterally, identifying compelling analogies and unexpected data sources
- Strong interest in Palestine and social justice
- Strong attention to detail and sense for accuracy
- Ability to identify new research avenues, yet to be responsive to input from others
- Ability to work and remain meticulous under pressure
- Ability to identify and apply new tools where relevant

Expected Skills
- Direct experience in analytical research essential. Familiarity with data journalism a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication. Visual communication skills a plus
- Ability to collate information and create charts/maps with standard spreadsheet tools. Knowledge of database and GIS tools a plus
- Ability to work with MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Knowledge of design tools such as Illustrator and InDesign a plus
- Fluency in spoken and written English essential. Arabic and/or Hebrew language a benefit
- Ability to work with a team remotely

data@visualizingpalestine.org

Deputy GM - Corex Travel Management - Lebanon

Main Duties
- Budgeting
- Business Development
- Promoting business
- Policies & Procedures
- Provide direction of the company to increase firm’s revenue and profitability
- Manage all day-to-day operation, including any problem solving, of ticketing and tour department
- Manage team/human resource to their full efficiency
- Responsible to relations management with airline companies and vendors

Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Good command of English
- Been in Travel agency business for at least 6 years
- Experienced with Airline, Hotel, and Partner relationship
- Experienced in decision making, interpersonal and leadership
- Experienced in managing a small team before
- Good personality and easy to communicate
- Computer literacy for office and internet applications skill
- Familiar in Amadeus, GDS

Send CV to careers@imperial-jet.com and mention the position in the subject area.

Travel Consultant - Corex Travel Management - Lebanon

Main Duties
- Ticket Booking
- Handle customers’ requests over the phone
- Assist customers to define their requirements
- Follow up customers after their trip
- Maintain high standards for VIP clients
- Hotel booking

Requirements
- 1/3 years of experience
- Ticketing background (BT, TS) or hospitality
- GDS literate
- IATA certificate is a plus

Send CV to careers@imperial-jet.com and mention the position in the subject area.

Sales Manager - Hummingbird Event Management - Lebanon

A FREELANCE Sales Manager is needed for our event management company which is based in Beirut. The position is COMMISSION based. Candidate should be presentable, confident, energetic, organized and resilient. He / She must also possess strong written and verbal communication skills, and be an expert in customer service. He / She will be expected to fully understand our philosophy and services and describing its benefits in great detail. He / She will be expected to locate possible clients, conduct meetings, give presentations, and follow up with possible clients till contract is signed.

aziz.zada@hummingbird-lb.com

Pharmacist/Assistant - Donnie Pharmacy - Lebanon

Pharmacist or Assistant with experience for Donnie Pharmacy, Biakout. From 8 till 4.

info@surveal.com

July 17, 2013

Brand and Audience Engagement Manager - Vinelab - Lebanon

Have a passion for entertainment? Are you a fan of Arabic music? Are you a social media guru? Are you a pro in managing and developing audience online? Do you enjoy mixing between people, data, and technology?

- Oversees the operations of the department: assigns and coordinate the tasks of the team to meet the company’s goals, ensuring a superior quality of service and support to the clients;
- Owns the roadmap budget for the social media tools in use on the Company’s sites, directing social media tool integration;
- Ensures a consistency in voice and image in order to cultivate a strong community around the brand/ or artist;
- Creates the social media strategy, coordinating with stakeholders across the company to ensure its effectiveness and ensure the adoption of relevant social media techniques into the corporate culture and into all of the company’s products and services;
- Generates creative campaigns and social activation to boost the client’s presence both online and offline;
- Coordinates the planning of engaging social media campaigns, ensuring audience acquisition and supporting monetization across the company’s portfolio;
- Provides benchmarks and analyze data provided by the Social Media Team, to inform company-wide decision making and commercial campaign targets are met
- Stays up to date on new social media tools, best practices and how other organizations and companies are using them, so that the company can continue to be an early adopter of these technologies.
- Create audience development tactics on social media and cross platform owned media, both web and mobile.
- Monitors and comment on trends in social media trends and application, acting as company spokesperson within the Social Media industry;
- Interacts with clients and recruit employees to grow the department in parallel to the clients’ increasing demands;
- Monitors the competition and is aware of market changes and developments;
- Works in parallel with the CEO to establish new business contacts by providing great pitches to prospective clients;

Requirements
- Creative, diplomatic, cool under pressure. Have a thick skin and fantastic interpersonal skills
- Strong project management or organizational skills
- Knowledge of the Arabic entertainment industry
- Strong knowledge of social tools utilized to develop and manage an online audience
- Team player, with the confidence to take the lead and guide other departments when necessary
- Social Networking experience a must, tools i.e. Facebook, Facebook connect, Open graph, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube etc.
- Great analytical skills and advanced knowledge of social media measuring and sentiment analytical tools;
- Great writing skills and excellent command over Arabic both written and spoken;
- Good command over English both written and spoken;
- Candidate must be willing to work around the clock, in case of emergency;
- Passion, Integrity and Energy
- Basic design skills and use of Adobe Photoshop is a plus
- Knowledge of the MENA region audience/market (Dos and Donts)

jobs@vinelab.com

Quality Control Officer - Capital Banking - Lebanon

Responsible for participating in the various stage of the software development lifecycle to ensure the application of quality audit procedures.

Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and execute test cases using test plan and functional specifications.
- Participate in all phases of the test cycle, including testing, Performance Testing, Regression Testing, User Acceptance testing, etc.
- Perform both new functionality and regression tests and identify, analyze, and report issues using standard defect tracking tools.
- Execute manual and automated test cases and scripts.
- Manage testing schedule and communicate testing progress.
- Keep test scripts up to date as the products change.

Requirements
- Bachelor degree in Computer Science or Banking & Finance
- 2+ years banking experience and/or 2 years software testing experience
- English, French, Arabic
- Good knowledge in SQL, XML and web development
- Knowledge of Object Design Methodology and UML is a plus
- Good Knowledge of financial and banking system

careers@capital-banking.com

Senior Business Analyst - Capital Banking - Lebanon

Responsible for documenting and modeling the banking business requirements, executing test plans, conducting functional training and creating and updating documentation.

Responsibilities
- Analyze and design banking business requirements.
- Model the business processes and requirements as per the industry standard methodologies.
- Define, develop and complete testing scenario.
- Assist in enforcement of project deadlines and schedules.
- Create and update documentation of the functionalities of the banking products.
- Conduct functional training on the functionalities of the banking products.
- Prepare weekly progress report.
- Communicate needed changes in coordination with its supervisor to the development team.

Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in Banking & Finance. MBA is a plus
- Minimum 5 years of Banking Experience
- Knowledge of Banking functionalities
- English – Arabic – French
- Computer Literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Analytical and problem solving
- Good Planning/Organizing
- Reporting writing skills
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Communication
- Collaboration & Teamwork

careers@capital-banking.com

Administrative Assistant - Kurban Travel - Lebanon

Kurban Group is looking for an Administrative Assistant.

Some of the Administrative Assistant responsibilities are:
- to maintain appointment schedules and calendars and arranges meetings and conferences
- to receive and distribute incoming calls and e-mails
- to determine the nature of the visitors business and respond to their queries
- to determine and order office purchasing needs in supplies and follow up on order and payments

Requirements
- BA in Business Administration or Management
- Minimum 3 years of experience
- French is a Must

hr@kurbantravel.com

Administration/Executive Assistant - Laboratoires Surveal - Lebanon

Laboratoires Surveal are seeking a female Administration/Executive Assistant between 25-35 years old, graduate and computer literate.

info@surveal.com

July 15, 2013

Business Development Manager - Capital Banking - Lebanon

Building a brand visibility and maintaining an effective sales channels

Responsibilities
- Assure the company’s business development in the Middle East Market by actively building the sales forecast.
- Promote the portfolio of products and services of the company through seminars, direct sales meeting and solution demos.
- Negotiate and close business proposal
- Manage Sales channel through our global and local partners
- Coordinate with the Pre-sales consultants for solution demo
- Prepare business case studies and specify market requirements for current and future products

Requirements
- MBA or BA Degree in Banking or Information Technology
- Minimum 8 years of experience in selling and promoting banking solution in the Middle East Area
- English – Arabic – French
- Knowledge of Microsoft office product
- Well exposed to project management (PMP, Prince II, MS Project)
- Communications skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Strong Sales Technique Skills
- Highly motivated and driven person recognized for innovation and initiative
- Well exposed to Banking and Financial industry

careers@capital-banking.com

Banking Consultant - Capital Banking - Lebanon

Responsible for documenting and modeling the customer’s business requirements, executing test plans, and conducting functional training.

Responsibilities
- Participate in the analysis and design of customer’s business requirements.
- Participate in modeling the business processes and requirements as per the industry standard methodologies.
- Define, develop accurate and complete test plan
- Identify, document and report banking products deficiencies
- Assist in enforcement of project deadlines and schedules.
- Conduct customer’s training on the functionalities of the banking product.
- Prepare weekly progress report.

Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in Banking & Finance or equivalent
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in Trade Finance
- English, French, and Arabic
- Computer Literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Basic knowledge of SQL and database design
- Trade Finance
- Exposed to the latest accounting practices (IAS, IFRS...).

careers@capital-banking.com

Production and Planning Coordinator - Al Rifai - Lebanon

Looking for an Electrical or Mechanical Engineer to join our team and assist the Plant manager in all duties related to the department.

The Production & Planning Coordinator will be in charge for planning and directing all plant activities in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities
- Work on the automated planning system between production and other departments.
- Improve the processes set between all the departments working with the production team.
- Follows all guidance for the correct and efficient operation of all departments within the plant.
- Assists the management to meet set production targets with the highest quality and highest practicable efficiencies and utilization
- Lead and assist Research and Development: analyzing survey data to generate more innovations

Qualifications
- Engineering degree in Electrical or Mechanical
- Good computer background
- Good business and writing communication skills
- Good English level
- Lebanese Citizen with clear police record

jobs@alrifai.com

HR Coordinator / NSSF Representative - Al Rifai - Lebanon

Looking for an HR coordinator to join our team and handle all tasks related to employee records , benefits and compensation.

Responsibilities
- Follow up all NSSF records
- Follow up data and issues with Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Labor
- Follow up all documents related to foreign staff, security passes , medical records,etc..
- Support Staff with any legal documents required
- Assist the HR team with data entry and filing

Qualifications
- Graduate in Business, Computer, Law or equivalent experience
- 1+ years of experience HR / NSSF process
- Good business and writing communication skills
- Good English level
- Lebanese Citizen with clear police record
- Holding a motorbike driving license is a plus

jobs@alrifai.com

Assistant Inventory Manager - Al Rifai - Lebanon

Looking for an assistant to Inventory Manager to join our team and assist in all duties related to the department.

Responsibilities
- Assist Manager in the data entry and stock control
- Analysis and reporting
- Monitor, check and produce reports

Qualifications
- BA in Computer Science, accounts, business or equivalent
- preferably 1+ years of experience in data entry and database
- Experience in inventory and stock
- Good analytical skills
- Good business and writing communication skills
- Good English level
- Lebanese Citizen with clear police record

jobs@alrifai.com

Logistics Clerk - Al Rifai - Lebanon

Looking for Logistics Clerk to join our Sales team for data entry related to invoicing and delivery order.

Responsibilities
- Receiving phone order and preparing the delivery order and related invoices
- Review the daily log and check all related entries
- Analysis and reporting

Qualifications
- TS or University degree in computer science
- 1+ years of experience in data entry and database operating
- Good business and writing communication skills
- Good English level
- Good level of all Office applications
- Lebanese Citizen with clear police record

jobs@alrifai.com

Indoor Sales Representative - Al Rifai - Lebanon

Looking for Counter staff at Zouk and Meaamelten area to service customers at a gourmet retail store.

Responsibilities
- Properly handle products, stock and the outlet
- Professionally service customers with good experience
- Be punctual, reliable and flexible

Qualifications
- University degree or equivalent
- preferably 1+ years of experience in customer service
- Experience in Food and Beverage selling is a plus
- Good writing skills and ability to communicate
- Ability to read, write and understand English
- Lebanese Citizen with clear police record

jobs@alrifai.com

July 4, 2013

Marketing Manager - Bokja Design - Lebanon

The objective of this position is to help drive forward the retail and trade activity, and implement the strategy. The job description covers the following responsibilities:

- Online marketing and brand activity.
- All operational marketing campaigns, including PR, events, exhibitions, etc
- Working closely with GM to devise and implement strategic media, PR and marketing plans, including competitor analysis
- Building key client relationships, delivering integrated online/offline marketing campaigns with key retailers
- Evaluating customer research, market conditions, competitor data and implement marketing plan alterations as needed.
- Budget management. To deliver all marketing activity within the agreed budget.
- Helping in the negotiation of contracts with vendors and distributors to manage product distribution, establishing distribution networks and developing distribution strategies

Desired Skills & Experience
- have knowledge of a wide range of marketing techniques and concepts
- be an excellent communicator
- be able to respond well to pressure
- think creatively
- have a strong knowledge of online media
- work well in a team and with a wide range of people
- be organised and methodical
- be proactive and able to take the initiative
- 3/5 years of marketing experience

info@bokjadesign.com

Creative Copywriter - International Nomads - Lebanon/KSA

International Nomads is looking to fill multiple positions within its agency in both business and creative divisions of the business. Skillfull, motivated and team players are the basic qualities we are looking for. If you are in Saudi Arabia and would like to join a leading Digital Advertising Agency, Start bellow;

Creative Copywriter should be a bilingual and social person with a passion for the online world.

Skill Sets & Experience:
- Proficient in Arabic & English language
- Excellent business and personal relations management
- Confident Personal & Presentation Skills
- Avid Reader
- Enjoys Writing
- Proficient in Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Instagram and similar online service
- Owns and Has experience with Smartphone devices and their apps.
- Saudi Market Knowledge & Experience
- Familiar with Digital Advertising & Marketing
- Timely & Accountable
- Team Player
- Desired Skills & Experience

Key Responsibilities:
- Social Community Planning for Key Clients
- Daily Planning, Engagement and Monitoring of key Clients
- Daily Review of online buzz related to key clients
- Daily Review of Online buzz in the region
- Creative copywriting of content for key clients, this includes short articles on different topics, catchy headlines and CTA's
- Being Familiar with SEO is a huge Plus

info@in-hq.com

Senior IT Sales Engineer - RAYZcom - Lebanon

Responsibilities
- Develops long term customer relationships on specific target industry accounts and achieves sales quotas,
- Recommends Rayzcom network security product and service solutions designed to help customers achieve their objectives,
- Collects and reports competitive information,
- Maintain a healthy pipeline and achieve assigned targets
- Works with Engineers to provide technical information and demos to the target accounts,
- Develops and maintains quarterly product forecast
- Must have Network Background and technical industry knowledge

Desired Skills & Experience
- Minimum 1-3 years of successful selling experience above annual quota.
- Demonstrated success in building, elevating and nurturing relationships within key customer accounts resulting in increased growth,
- Proven customer relationship skills with experience in interfacing with customers at Executive/Director level on a regular basis.
- Very good understanding in selling to enterprise customers.
- Very good understanding and experience in the IT industry will be a valuable asset.
- Ability in selling and articulating solution sales.
- Holds BA/BS degree.

info@rayzcom.com

Operations Manager - Azadea - Lebanon

Role Purpose
The Operations Manager is responsible for effectively managing the Operations Department to ensure business objectives are met and contribute to the financial targets of the assigned entity.

Key Responsibilities
- Provide managerial support and direction to the Procurement, Logistics, Inventory, Stores Services and Loss Prevention functions
- Provide operational assistance for new store openings ensuring set opening dates are met and operating standards are maintained
- Achieve financial and operational targets for all aspects of store operations while maintaining a high customer satisfaction level
- Develop, implement and enhance all processes and procedures to continuously improve effectiveness/ efficiency of the department, as well as ensure organization operations are carried out in compliance with regulations and laws governing business operations
- Evaluate overall operations and regularly report results to the Country Manager and the Chief Operating Officer
- Recruit, train, motivate and evaluate his/her team to ensure that the department has the necessary skill base and that staff are optimally motivated and enabled to maximize their potential and contribution to the company
- Prepare the department's annual budget based on set instructions and develop the business plan accordingly to support the objectives set by the Country Manager
- Create, implement and oversee a set of operational metrics measuring the effectiveness of the department across all functions

Desired Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field; MBA is a plus
- 6/8 years of experience in a similar field, out of which 3 in a managerial position; experience in retail is a plus
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Fluency in English

hr.lb@azadea.com

CRM Loyalty Manager - Roadster - Lebanon

Job Purpose
Develop the Customer Relation Management strategy and manage the growth of the Loyalty Scheme program in order to better understand and increase customer awareness, acquisition, satisfaction and retention.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities
- Define customer segments and needs, and develop contact strategies in order to strengthen relationships with existing customers through better targeting, reactivating lapsed customers and acquiring new customers
- Mine transactional data to fully capture new insights and opportunities in order to work towards implementing business intelligence
- Monitor system performance and customer activity including customer segmentation, program and campaign level impact (return on investment and profitability), customer demographics, and benefits usage in order to recommend reasoned adjustments to the program
- Study customer historical behaviour and measure on-going efficiency/effectiveness of marketing initiatives in order to enhance and develop higher customer satisfaction standards
- Coach, train, and monitor team performance
- Manage Mystery Shopper (recruiting, correcting reports, monthly report, money reimbursement),in order to analyze results and take appropriate actions accordingly
- Oversee and develop all Customer Feedback Handling and communication procedures (f2f, telephone, email, data entry, sorting, Comment Cards)
- Design and manage communications strategy in order to attract, develop and retain customers
- Investigate customer problems and devise solutions in order to prevent future issues, (Negative Comment Cards, CRM incidents)
- Handle major incidents that cannot be resolved by team members in order to ensure all CRM procedures are executed correctly, and provide recommendation to senior management
- Lead and maintain implementation of world-class customer service standards in order to maintain the company's competitive edge in the market
- Establish metrics for measuring loyalty program success through coordinating closely with the Marketing Department
- Regularly evaluate database quality and Loyalty program performance in order to enhance the value proposition of the program
- Work closely with marketing managers to determine return and profitability of rewards efforts and establish metrics in order to measure program success

Desired Skills & Experience
- Market Research
- Loyalty Program
- CRM system
- Database Administration

hr@roadsterdiner.com

Personal Assistant - IFP Group - Lebanon

The Personal Assistant provides organizational and executive assistance in support of priorities and accountabilities of the Office of the Managing Director.
Organizational and Executive Assistance
- Manage the MD's diary and appointments, correspondence and minutes of the Management meetings
- Screen incoming calls and correspondence and responds independently when required
- Manage travel plans, airline bookings, itineraries and travel-related documents
- Review selected documents that come to the Office of the MD and make recommendations for action
- Screen and prioritizes incoming items to ensure the MD is advised of current issues, events and items
- Liaise with relevant individuals, departments, and external parties on MD’s behalf and ensure smooth and efficient communication flow
- Follow-up the MD's personal files and undertake any other duty as requested by the MD
- Follow up and update the MD on progress of activities and events
- Develop and prepare management presentations and other reports and documents as needed
- Plan, organize and execute programs, projects and a range of diverse assignments.
- Attend meetings as designated by the MD. Coordinate meetings and events as needed.
- Assist in planning and organizing visits of selected visitors
- Liaise with the Group’s managers to ensure tactful and smooth communication
- Create and maintain database and spreadsheet files.

Desired Skills & Experience
- University Degree
- 5/7 years of relevant experience
- Tri-lingual: English, Arabic and French, including typing
- Presentable, Mature with Analytical thinking
- Strong organizational and Communicational skills
- Doer with attention to detail
- Can handle pressure
- Experienced with latest office software applications

Apply Online

Financial Manager - Logicom - Lebanon

The Financial Manager is responsible for the overall management of the Finance, Accounting and Credit control of the company.

Additionally the person appointed will be expected to successfully:
- Prepare the financial statements under statutory requirements and IAS
- Prepare management reports for the evaluation of the performance
- Prepare the monthly / quarterly / yearly budgets
- Ensure the smooth running and controlling of the accounting department’s operations
- Ensure that the company adheres to local tax and business regulations
- Review, approve and monitor budgets and variances
- Liaise with financial institutions and customers where appropriate
- Liaise with internal and external auditors where appropriate
- Prepare and monitor the company’s cash flow and acting according to the needs
- Evaluate the financing needs of the company and suggesting the best possible scenarios to minimise cost and credit risk
- Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities
- Evaluate and minimise foreign exchange risk
- Approve customer credit limits along with the group credit control function
- Approve payments to suppliers along with the group finance function
- Evaluate of the efficiency and relevance of the internal control procedures and the company adjusting those where appropriate
- Stock takes and cash/cheques counts at all company locations
- Review and control receivables on a weekly basis
- Review, monitor, control and ensure adherence to budgeted expenses
- Request and evaluate offers for the day to day operation of the company
- Review and approve bank, supplier and customer reconciliations along with the accountant
- Liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure annual monitoring is carried out
- Develop external relationships with appropriate contacts, e.g. auditors, solicitors, bankers and Public Authorities
- Ensure that all transactional, payroll and VAT/ taxation requirements are met

Desired Skills & Experience
- University Graduate in Accounting, Finance or Economics (A professional accounting certification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA will be considered an advantage)
- At least 5 years of solid financial experience in a managerial role
- The capacity to work in a high pressure and fast paced environment
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and managing people skills
- Excellent eye for detail, diligent knowledge of accounting regulations
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Excellent knowledge of the English language

hr@lgcom.net

Nokia Business Unit Manager - Logicom - Lebanon

The Nokia Business Unit Manager is responsible for the NOKIA business unit, including the profitability, product management, budgeting and business unit operations of Nokia within Logicom Middle East.

Additionally the person appointed will be expected to successfully:
- Own the overall revenue and GP number of the unit
- Design and execute the annual sales & marketing plan for Nokia division in cooperation with the Regional Manager
- Arrange sales meetings and commit calls on a weekly basis with the sales and retail teams
- Handle, manage and follow up on the sales pipeline of the division
- Review and Evaluate the performance of the teams (Sales, Retail, Care, etc.) based on set KPIs
- Establish a proper back office system to support the sales floors
- Supervise the day to day operation of the division to ensure that all company policies and procedures are respected
- Plan, lead and manage the translation of strategic plans into sales actions/initiatives to achieve the budget of the company (sales & profit budget, product mix, market share and other KPIs)
- Design, plan and implement the channel and retail development strategies in coordination with the Sales and Retail Managers
- Seek opportunities to expand Nokia business with existing and new key accounts
- Work closely with the Sales Force Manager and the Retail Manager in order to secure that all business plans are well communicated so the overall company strategy is implemented and the targets are achieved
- Develop and build long term and strategic relationship with Nokia Team and decision makers of Micro-Distributors and Key Domestic Retailers
- Develop the pricing policy for the products based on the market dynamics and the strategy of the company
- Responsible for hiring, training and developing all business unit employees ensuring that they achieve sales target through excellent customer service
- Manage and motivate Nokia team to increase sales and ensure efficiency
- Deal with staffing issues such as interviewing potential staff, conducting appraisals and performance reviews, as well as providing or organizing training and development

Desired Skills & Experience
The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:
- University Graduate in Business Management, Marketing or Economics(An MBA will be considered an advantage)
- At least 8 years of solid Sales & Marketing experience out of them 5 years in a managerial role. (Experience in managing technology products will be considered and advantage)
- The capacity to work in a high pressure and fast paced environment
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and managing people skills
- Ability to develop and manage sales and operating budgets
- Excellent knowledge of the English language

hr@lgcom.net

July 3, 2013

Community Animator - Berytech - Lebanon

Berytech is currently hiring a dynamic Community Animator.

- Interested in social & digital media
- Looking to mix up with a passionate community of innovative entrepreneurs
- Have good communication and writing skills

Responsibilities
- Content creation – writing blog posts, articles, newsletters, communications materials, and material for relevant media channels, both internally and externally
- Social media marketing – creating, managing and growing Berytech’s presence and on-line community through blogs, Twitter, Facebook, and other strategically relevant online channels
- Customer relations – managing any online feedback forum, answering questions however they come in (phone, e-mail, Twitter, FB, etc) whenever applicable; regularly connect with tenants/entrepreneurs/investees (interviews, their own news, etc.)
- Events and event planning – Participate and coordinate with Berytech team in exhibitions, conferences and other external activities; attending industry event and planning meetups for Berytech community.
- Communications/marketing– participating in the strategic marketing/communications plans of Berytech where applicable; Monitor on-line off-line content regarding Berytech activities and entrepreneurs (pictures, comments, etc.)
- Public relations- managing incoming media requests and building relationships with industry journalists/bloggers; creating, executing and measuring media campaigns; Promote the mission and activities of Berytech in events at large, where applicable.
- Analytics – Using analytic tools and other measurement tools to provide reports on metrics, and continually find ways to improve on those metrics through testing and new initiatives

Requirements
- University degree (communication, journalism…)
- Minimum one year of professional experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent writing skills
- Strong interest in social media and new technologies

info@berytech.org

July 1, 2013

Interior Site Inspectors - Abu Dhabi

Looking for 4 Interior Site Inspectors for Abu Dhabi. If you or anyone you know are/is interested

kifah.laham@gmail.com