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.

May 23, 2016

IT Specialist/System - Transmed - Lebanon

Job Description

Current Systems (Mail Relay / Webfilter / Bandwidth management  ...)
·  Monitoring
·  Issuance of reports

Troubleshooting
·  Troubleshoot systems & computer problems and determine source (hardware, software or network connection related) and advise on appropriate actions and solutions to maintain good system performance
·  Solve any software bugs locally and with vendor
·  Solve any hardware issues locally and with vendor
·  Troubleshoot and solve users issues
Troubleshooting Documentation
·  Document and track problems & resolutions (hardware/software related)
·  Keep track of all hardware repairs by asset number
Hardware/Software Set up & Configuration
·  Install operating systems and any software needed on computers
·  Configure all types of hardware equipment to have them up and running properly (computers, printers, scanners, projectors, etc.)
New System
·  Collect data to prepare requirements of new IT / Business systems, search for 3rdparties who will handle these projects to provide company with right business solutions.
·  Obtain competitive prices from vendors for the purchase of hardware to ensure cost effectiveness.
Server Room Status
·  Ensure that server room conditions are stable (AC / Thermostat / UPS / Electricity / Hardware Failure  ...)
·  Limit the access to the server room to one dedicated person specifying the reason behind it. Testing the whole infrastructure after each intervention..
Hardware/Software/Maintenance & Licenses
·  Make sure software licenses (Antivirus / Bandwidth management..) are renewed on time to protect the company from legal action
Internet Backup Plan readiness
·  Make sure to have a backup plan to ensure 100% connectivity From / To Transmed offices.

Server Room Status
·  Ensure that server room conditions are stable (AC / Thermostat / UPS / Electricity / Hardware Failure  ...
·  Limit the access to the server room to one dedicated person specifying the reason behind it. Testing the whole infrastructure after each intervention.
System Documentation
·  Prepare soft and hard copy documentation of systems and user applications in order to keep operating manual up-to-date
·  Training users on software.

Requirements:

·  Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or related fields
·  1-2 years of experience in system development
·  Experience in Object-Oriented Programming Language
·  Initiative and follow-up skills
·  Team spirit and cooperation with IT staff and other company personnel
·  Time conscience and sense of urgency

Send your cv to hr@transmed.com ; Subject: IT Specialist - System 516


May 6, 2016

PA to the GM - Beirut Digital District

Job Description:
Work closely with senior managerial or directorial staff to provide administrative support. Help managers to make the best use of their time by dealing with secretarial and administrative tasks.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Screening phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate;
- Meeting and greeting visitors at all levels of seniority;
- Organizing and maintaining diaries and making appointments;
- Dealing with incoming email, faxes and post, often corresponding on behalf of the manager;
- Devising and maintaining office systems, including data management and filing;
- Coordinating with Travel Advisor staff regarding trips, visas and accommodation ;
- Organizing and attending meetings and ensuring the manager is well prepared for meetings;
- Attending some meetings to take notes and prepare minutes;
- Providing general assistance during presentations;
- Carrying out background research and presenting findings;
- Producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations;
- Conducting market researches and issuing comparative reports;
- Liaising with clients, suppliers and other staff; analyzing offers and preparing summaries;
- Carrying out specific projects and research;
- Managing and preparing the Manager’s greeting list and gifts’ list;
- Responsibility for some accounts and budgets.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- A degree in management, with at least 5 years’ experience;
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office (Word “Arabic” and “English”, Excel and Power Point);
- Excellent Communication skills, and decent manners;
- Organizational skills;
- Discretion & Confidentiality;
- Flexibility of working hours;
- Adaptability;
- Good interpersonal skills;
- Ability to multitask;
- Ability to deliver under pressure.

Interested candidates should send their CV to careers@Beirutdigitaldistrict.com with the title: Application to the PA to the GM position

For more information check: www.beirutdigitaldistrict.com and www.zre.com.lb

Accountant - Beirut Digital District

Job Description
Provide support for the daily, weekly and monthly accounting functions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Receive funds from customers, issue, and stamp and send out receipts.
- Distribute funds to suppliers, employees and workers after issuing payments notes.
- Record information into computer system such as journal vouchers for bank deposit or expenses.
- Compile and maintain records of business transactions.
- Compare totals on cash register with amounts in cash-box to verify balances.
- Keep records and file all documents related to this activity.
- Reconcile bank statements.
- Maintain all accounts correct and up to date.
- Protect the company’s value by keeping information confidential

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- A University Degree in Business, Accounting or Management
- Minimum 2 to 3 years experience in accounting is a must
- Knowledge of standard accounting principles, methods and applications.
- Knowledge of standard MS Office, especially Excel
- Knowledge of Dolphin Software is a must
- Ability to read financial statements, general ledger reports and official documents.
- Ability to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
- Ability to give, receive and analyze information.
- Ability to understand people and communicate effectively with them.
- Attention to details
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

IMPORTANT:
2 OR 3 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN ACCOUNTING AND A UNIVERSITY DEGREE ARE A MUST FOR THIS POSITION.
DOLPHIN KNOWLEDGE IS ALSO A MUST
EXPERIENCE IN A CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IS PREFERABLE.

Interested candidates should send their CV to careers@Beirutdigitaldistrict.com with the title: Application to the Accountant position

For more information check: www.beirutdigitaldistrict.com and www.zre.com.lb

Information Booth Representative / Receptionist - Beirut Digital District

Job Description
The Information Booth Representative is responsible for providing information, direction and administrative support in BDD information booth in order to ensure visitors’ management and referrals to the BDD community, in addition to conducting basic logistics and administrative tasks.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Greet and assist the BDD community members and their visitors, direct them to the appropriate location and inform the relevant tenant of the visitor arrival.
- Answer, screen, provide info, and route incoming calls (external and internal) to the appropriate tenant by providing correct and accurate information.
- Apply knowledge of and respond to questions regarding opening hours, regulations, and practices within the BDD community including but not limited to fitness classes, BDD eatery menu, events and workshops space schedule, etc
- Keep records of information related to visitors: time of entry and exit, name, email, contact details, business cards, etc and the company visited. Provide visitors badges when needed. Report findings to the Customer Care Team on a weekly basis.
- Monitor cameras in all BDD Buildings main entrances doors.
- Perform minor and routine cleaning and recycling follow up as well as garden maintenance. Keep an eye on all BDD’s shared facilities, mainly the garden and the surrounding area, making sure that they are always clean, proper, and well maintained.
- Monitor and ensure that the information booth is kept tidy and projects a business-like image.
- Perform data entry into the computer system as appointed by direct supervisor
- Conduct concierge services: taxi, postal services logistics, etc… and manage the food delivery process incoming to BDD buildings
- Report damage, problems and accidents as well as general maintenance issues and main security issues
- Coordinate with and report to the Customer Care Team and Operations Department
- Conduct additional basic administrative tasks as requested

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required.
- A technical or university degree
- Around 2 years’ experience in administrative/secretarial work
- Familiar with MS Office.
- Ability to read, write and speak in either Arabic, French and English
- Ability to perform a routine work and be sitting for several hours.
- Ability to comprehend, carry out and relay multiple verbal and written instructions
- Mental and Visual Effort Some mental and/or visual effort; intermittent attention to detail
- Good verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to remain calm in emergency situations
- Ability to take decisions and solve problems on the ground

Interested candidates should send their CV to careers@Beirutdigitaldistrict.com with the title: Application to the Information Booth Representative position

For more information check: www.beirutdigitaldistrict.com and www.zre.com.lb

Business Development Manager (Energy Sector) - Beirut Digital District

Job Description
The Business Development Manager’s role is to improve the organization’s market position, achieve financial growth and define long-term organizational strategic goals, as well as build key customer relationships, identify business opportunities, negotiate and close business deals and maintain extensive knowledge of current market conditions.

Main Tasks
- Enhance organization practices by accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
- Develop business strategies and operations; examining risks and potentials; estimating partners' needs and goals
- Close new business deals by coordinating requirements; developing and negotiating contracts; integrating contract requirements with business operations.
- Screen potential business deals by analyzing potential, and financials; evaluating options; resolving internal priorities
- New Business Development: prospect and identify potential clients, and the decision makers within the client organization.
- Retain clients: present new products and services and enhance existing relationships. Sign long term strategic collaboration and Memorandum of understanding with keep clients
- Business Development Planning: identify and develop the company’s unique selling propositions and differentiators and keep an eye on the market trends and best practices
- Management and Research: Forecast sales targets and ensure they are met by the team. Understand the company’s goal and purpose so that will continual to enhance the company’s performance.
- Manage and develop the staff: Present business development training and mentoring to business developers and other internal staff.
- Analyze financial results: set pricing strategies, increase profitability, minimize expenses, maximize revenues

Requirements
- University degree, Engineering, Business background and MBA are preferable
- Minimum 12-15 years of experience, preferably in an energy related industry (fuel, oil and gas, etc) or Business Consultancy with focus on distribution or energy
- Managing a previous team of 10-15 people for the last 3 years is a must
- Good knowledge of MS Office and CRM tools

Other Skills and Qualifications
Networking, Persuasion, Prospecting, Public Speaking, Research, Writing, Closing Skills, Motivation for Sales, Prospecting Skills, Sales Planning, Identification of Customer Needs and Challenges, Territory Management, Market Knowledge, Meeting Sales Goals, Analytical skills, Advanced communication and interpersonal skills.

Interested candidates should send their CV to careers@Beirutdigitaldistrict.com with the title: Application to the Business Development Manager position

For more information check: www.beirutdigitaldistrict.com