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Accounting & Finance

Reference: AC-118
Job Title: Senior Taxation Specialist
Country: Lebanon
Gender: Male
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- To undertake tax compliance (corporate, personal and indirect) procedures for the operations of the business throughout ME
- To organize and conduct special analyses as required
- Manage tax compliance process; work with external advisers to prepare corporate tax returns, personal tax returns and indirect tax (VAT, Service Tax) returns in various countries in ME; ensure submission deadlines are adhered to
- Work with Senior Finance Manager and with appropriate liaison with Corporate Tax group, develop and implement tax efficient structuring of company operations across multiple locations; ensure local country laws are adhered to
- Co-ordinate with external advisers preparation of U.S. personal tax returns for applicable ME-based staff covered by the Firm's tax program
- Work with Corporate Tax group to accurately estimate the tax provisions for various countries in ME; implement efficient reporting to provide quarterly tax provision estimates and final year-end accruals
- Co-ordinate all corporate fund transfers – ensuring compliance with local tax & corporate legislation
- Work with Corporate Treasury group and Legal Counsel to review client contracts and bid documents to identify areas of risk and propose to officer-in-charge appropriate alternative contract wording and structures to minimize the Firm's risk and exposures

Experience and Skills Required:
- BA/BS in finance or accounting; CPA, Chartered Accountant or equivalent preferred
- Fluent in Arabic and English
- Minimum 5 years work experience in taxation, preferably with an auditing firm, with an exposure to the ME region taxation, and with supervisory experience and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to many levels of management
- High level of understanding across a broad range of tax related matters including compliance and corporate tax optimization
- High level of analytical and quantitative ability required to perform complex financial structuring and accounting and ad hoc reporting functions, including proficiency with computer-based modeling and analytic techniques
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required to effectively manage external professional resources in international tax and accounting areas; includes need to work effectively across multiple cultures and regulatory environments.
- Ability to develop and implement procedures, controls and policies for functional areas of responsibility
- Ability to travel within the ME region

                                                  


Reference: AC-119
Job Title: Financial Controller
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
Perform and Develop Accounting and Financial Data Analysis in Order to Ensure Effective Financial Data / Reporting Transparency, Accuracy and effective Control.

- Make sure that all book-keeping is in line with IAS and internal Policies / Guidelines
- Responsible for the Monthly Actual Financial Reporting: Controlling/Checking of Actual Financial Data; Reflecting Actual Financial Data on the Company’s Reporting Tool; Consolidation and Generating Reports; and Providing Commentary Based on Analysis of Variances (Actual Vs Budget/Prior Year)
- Responsible for the Monthly Financial Forecasting: Gathering Forecasted Financial Data from Various Departments; Reflecting Forecasted Financial Data on the Company’s Reporting Tool; Consolidation and Generating Reports; and Providing Commentary Based on Analysis of Variances (Forecast Vs Budget)
- Involve in the Budget Process in Gathering Data, Accomplishing Required Standard Budget Templates, Reflecting Budgeted Financial Data in the Company’s Reporting Tool, Consolidation and Generating Reports, and Ensure Compliance in Relation to the Budget Manual
- Prepare Monthly/Weekly Reports as Required by the Different Departments (Sales, Operations, Marketing, etc.) or as Required by the Area/Group/HQ through Standard Templates or Self-Prepared Templates
- Involve in Ad Hoc Projects Preparing Reports and Business Analysis
- Prepare and supervise all Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Cash, Banks, A/R, A/P, Provisions and Accruals
- Involve in the Yearly Strategic Business Plan Process
- Implementing & Automating Reports
- Deal with External Auditors and maintain a clean Audit report
- Handling Payroll, Income Tax and Social Security

Education and Skills Required:
- Higher Education Degree (CFA/CA/CPA/ACCA qualified preferable)
- 2-4 Years Working Experience preferably from Audit background
- Fluent English Skills
- Excellent Computer Skills (Proficient in MS Excel)
- SAP/R3 Experience Helpful
- Experienced to Work in a Senior Manager Environment


                                                  


Reference: AC-121
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
- Sorting invoices out, checking deals as per signed media schedule , agency fees, posting to accounting, accrual of deferred income and accrued revenue
- Checking deals as per media bookings, realization of cost, commissions in, free spots, posting to accounting, accrual for cost.
- Volume earned and Volume allowed from all aspects
- Payroll sheet and its subsidiaries, payment preparation and processing
- VAT in and VAT out calculations and reports, payment preparation and processing
- Formalities and procedures, payment preparation and processing
- Income tax on salaries
- Formalities and procedures, payment preparation and processing
- Reconciliation and payment preparation and processing
- Collection, Reconciliation and receipt preparation and processing
- Reconciliation and payment preparation and processing
- Reconciliation and processing

Experience and Education Required:
- 3-4 years of experience in Accounting
- Knowledge of the Lebanese Laws is an asset

                                                  

Administrative & Secretarial

Reference: AS-24
Job Title: Executive Assistant
Country: Lebanon
Gender: Female
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
- Extensive management of on-line diaries, booking appointments and arranging meetings, updates as required
- Ensure Executive/s get to meetings on time with appropriate documentation
- Acting as back up in managing other Executives’ and Principals’ diaries when their EAs are not available
- Handling and screening calls for Executive/s
- Taking and passing messages to Executive/s in a timely manner
- Organising conference calls as needed and maintaining call record for accounts purposes
- Monitoring Executives’ email inboxes when they are out of the office or at meetings and taking action as necessary
- Organising interview times as part of the Company's appraisal system for Executive's at appraisal time
- Organising business travel and accommodation bookings for Executive/s and occasionally for other client staff on relative projects
- Co-ordinating and preparing monthly expenses claims and fortnightly timesheet submissions for Executive/s and own expenses and timesheets by due dates
- Coordination of reimbursement of medical expenses for Executive/s and their families as part of the executive health scheme
- Maintain and build good working relationships with Executives’ clients and their assistants via phone and email communication
- Proofreading and finalising of documents when required i.e. presentations, proposals, letters
- Assisting Executive/s client team in copying of documents if needed
- Client database management and marketing assistance when needed.
- Keeping Executive/s own contacts databases up to date
- Assisting other EAs during busy periods
- Assisting with the organisation of the Company's events as needed including dinners and outside events
- Provide reception cover on an ad-hoc basis
- Personal errands as occasionally requested by Executive/s

Education and skills required:
- University degree
- Minimum of 3 years experience in a PA/EA role
- Experience with a professional services firm preferred
- Intermediate to advanced level on Excel, Word and Powerpoint
- Ability to use Microsoft Outlook
- Must possess good keyboard skills (at least 55wpm)

                                                  


Reference: AS-25
Job Title: Office Administrator Associate
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 2 - 3 years
Description:
- Helps manager by providing full assistance in day-to-day activities, full secretarial functions, meeting arrangements (agenda points, conference room reservation, restaurants booking, etc).
- Assists the employees in ensuring a high level of communication and correspondence between the Rep Office and Headquarters.
- Coordinating travel procedures for the employees: booking flights and train tickets; making hotel reservations and conference service arrangements; arranging transfers and car rental services; providing visa support, preparing letters of invitation and making vacation requests.
- Processing travel information for reporting purposes; preparing and controlling travel payment documents for the Accounting department.
- Preparing & following up with all events that might take place in Lebanon from a meeting to a conference to a VIP visit.
- Initiate Purchase Requisitions, assist in solving the problems that might arise with Purchase orders, post GRs posting and follow up on all pending issues or invoices with the customer and the company
- Consolidate, coordinate and forward all administration issues connected to proper functioning of the office, local staff and organization.
- Follow office needs and orders the purchase of goods and materials necessary for the proper functioning of the office
- Prepares and processes bank and cash local payment statements and orders.
- Controls bank and cash accounts balances.
- Prepares properly weekly and monthly expenditure reports to the HQ abroad.

Experience and skills required:
- University degree in Business Administration/Linguistics
- Min. 2 years in administrative position
- Fluent English, Arabic. French is a plus. MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook

                                                  

Advertising & Media

Reference: AD-40
Job Title: Digital Account Director
Country: Saudi Arabia
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
- Driving revenue from their existing accounts.
- Ensuring that all clients receive a superior level of customer service from the agency.
- Ability to add value to client relationships through their understanding of digital marketing activities & experience.
- Responsible for taking briefs, estimating costs and timings, managing budgets, scheduling resources, project management, regular reporting to the client and the agency team.
- Write case studies for completed work.
- They will need to develop close working relationships with all other departments, including those not based within the agency.
- Working on new business pitches.

Experience and Skills Required:
- Experience in an established agency environment.
- Experience working on digital accounts.
- Working knowledge of acquisition disciplines used both on and offline. In particular knowledge of search engine marketing, affiliate marketing, web development and online advertising.
- Understanding of commercial reporting.
- Ability to work as an integrated part of the team, managing issues as they arise and fostering enthusiasm across the agency


                                                  


Reference: AD-41
Job Title: Senior Digital Account Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
- Driving revenue from their existing accounts.
- Ensuring that all clients receive a superior level of customer service from the agency.
- Ability to add value to client relationships through their understanding of digital marketing activities & experience.
- Responsible for taking briefs, estimating costs and timings, managing budgets, scheduling resources, project management, regular reporting to the client and the agency team.
- Write case studies for completed work.
- They will need to develop close working relationships with all other departments, including those not based within the agency.
- Working on new business pitches.

Experience and Skills Required:
- Experience in an established agency environment.
- Experience working on digital accounts.
- Working knowledge of acquisition disciplines used both on and offline. In particular knowledge of search engine marketing, affiliate marketing, web development and online advertising.
- Understanding of commercial reporting.
- Ability to work as an integrated part of the team, managing issues as they arise and fostering enthusiasm across the agency.


                                                  


Reference: AD-42
Job Title: Senior Digital Account Manager
Country: United Arab Emirates
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
- Driving revenue from their existing accounts.
- Ensuring that all clients receive a superior level of customer service from the agency.
- Ability to add value to client relationships through their understanding of digital marketing activities & experience.
- Responsible for taking briefs, estimating costs and timings, managing budgets, scheduling resources, project management, regular reporting to the client and the agency team.
- Write case studies for completed work.
- They will need to develop close working relationships with all other departments, including those not based within the agency.
- Working on new business pitches.

Experience and Skills Required:
- Experience in an established agency environment.
- Experience working on digital accounts.
- Working knowledge of acquisition disciplines used both on and offline. In particular knowledge of search engine marketing, affiliate marketing, web development and online advertising.
- Understanding of commercial reporting.
- Ability to work as an integrated part of the team, managing issues as they arise and fostering enthusiasm across the agency.


                                                  


Reference: AD-43
Job Title: Account Director - Banking Accounts
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
The role will be to direct and manage a profitable account, lead and motivate the team, help develop consistent advertising. Build an effective relationship with client and agency personnel.

- Inspire and motivate the team involved in the business across agency disciplines - creative, planning, media and production to ensure optimal output.
- Make strategic recommendations and presentations, advocate and inspire great advertising, on the assigned brands.
- Identify growth opportunities with existing clients and thus enhance both the agency and client business.
- Motivate and train the Account Manager to both develop the Account Manager’s skills and provide better service to the client.

Education and Skills Required:
- 2 years minimum as an Account Director.
- Experience working on Banking Clients and brands
- Strong English, French and Arabic languages
- Local experience and strong contacts in the market (preferably multinational client experience)

                                                  

Engineering & Technical

Reference: EN-83
Job Title: CTO - Technical Director
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Responsible for providing the leadership, direction, and the development of the Technical Department supporting all aspects of the services rendered, current deployed network, as well as the design, analysis and optimization for new market growth.
- Promote a strong dependable team environment through strong leadership and the effective use of hiring, mentoring, coaching, and skills development; in order to ensure that RF network and RF team skills are aligned with strategy objectives

Main Duties:
- Conduct Yearly Budget Planning analysis as per the company's objectives and Sales department previsions. Oversee and provide input into the budget cycle to ensure capital efficiency throughout design, planning and implementation.
- Responsible for RFP, RFQ preparations and negotiations with suppliers regarding all Wireless equipments, power supply and backup systems, site installation accessories and lightning protection and grounding systems products.
- Set the criteria for Suppliers Selection and Evaluation.
- Conducting field trials on suppliers’ new products and new technologies prior to their introduction in the network
- Set Diagnostic measures to monitor and control the performance and drivers of performance of the RF department and the RF Network in order to signal when unusual events are occurring that require immediate attention; respond proactively and take preventive measures to re-align the activity with the set objectives.
- Issue monthly reports and analysis on network KPIs.
- Assist the executive team in the review of the Balanced Scorecard and ensure that the RF department activity is aligned with the company strategy
- Document and update RF department Internal Activity Procedures and standards and ensure the department activity follow those procedures.
- Follow up on technology evolution and ensure that the right technology is selected for the company’s portfolio of services.
- Recruit, Develop, and Retain high performing team, in developing individual goal setting, performance management, and coaching.

Experience and Skills Required:
- Master of Science degree in Electrical or Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics or Science.
- An MBA degree is a plus.
- 10+ years of relevant experience in wireless RF engineering; including 5 or more years experience in a management or supervisory role.
- Experience in the direct management of engineering personnel above the level of general supervisory tasks. This includes experience with hiring, performance management and employee goal setting.
- Commercial experience in producing detailed business proposals and must demonstrate fluency with accurate time accounting, project cost accounting and cost control, subcontracting and overall business activities associated with commercial engineering activities.


                                                  


Reference: EN-84
Job Title: Project Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Establish and execute project work plans
- Revise and amend existing projects to meet changing needs and requirements
- Identify resources needed, time-frame, and budget
- Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
- Analyze project's profitability, revenue, and utilization

Experience and Skills Required:
- BS degree in Business Management, Engineering; MBA is a plus
- 5 - 7 years of experience in planning, organizing, and projects implementation

                                                  


Reference: EN-85
Job Title: General Services Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Follow-up on corrective maintenance requests issued from restaurants in terms of contacting maintenance supplier till completion of maintenance work.
- Ensure proper records are kept relating to all machinery and Equipment in the branches.
- To periodically inspect all equipment and buildings.
- Schedules all A/C and heating systems.
- Coordinates ,supervises and inspects the work related to electrical, plumbing and mechanical in all branches.
- Carry out general restaurants’ inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Follow up on the maintenance requests submitted from all branches.
- Control and administer all maintenance contracts upon issuing and renewal from supplying companies.
- Check the fire and emergency safety features in the branches to ensure their functionality when needed
- Implement systems to save energy & resources and to minimise wastage and costs.
- Supervise the daily operation and maintenance of building, electrical and mechanical services, water features, fixtures, furnitures and equipment.
- Oversee water treatment programs
- Prepare technical data, building, project work, alterations and repairs for properties.
- Provide an updated report on all completed and planned tasks for each month
- Report any maintenance defects to an immediate manager.
- Supervises the operation of all equipments as per the operating guidelines.
- Comply with statutory and legal requirements for fire, health and safety, hygiene, licensing and employment.
- Supervises all emergency repaires to all technical equipment, general fitting, welding and machining.
- Undertake any other responsibility assigned by his/her Direct Supervisor.
- Implement systems to save energy & resources and to minimise wastage and costs
- Oversee the general cost control aspects of maintenance and ensure appropriate standards are met
- Oversee expenses are in line with departmental budgeting, capital plan and projets.

Education and Skills Required:
- Technical Degress
- Knowledge of budgeting and financial administration
- Knowledge in appliance maintenance and repairs
- Knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, heating, ventilation and electrical systems
- English and Arabic, French is a plus

                                                  


Reference: EN-86
Job Title: Cost Controller and Planner
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Provides the Project Managers with needed information for estimating and budgeting, risk management, interpretation of project information
- Supports project teams to ensure that costs are controlled and are within budget, and that the cost of the project is maintained from inception to completion
- Identifies changes that will increase efficiency and value of the project
- Prepares and presents cost engineering information to management
- Prepares Project Controls screens and detailed internal manpower by utilizing plans for discipline of project
- Works closely with Contract Administrators to agree on contract budgets, progress payments, valuations of contract variations and compensation, and contract financial close-out.
- Calculates and validates the incurred costs of materials, contracts and labour, and prepares costs supported by appropriate documentation.
- Implements needed requirements for cost recording, reporting, and analyzing standards, programs. Performs monitoring and control functions.
- Assists in developing specific project codes of accounts and records modifications and revisions.
- Defines data sources for data acquisition, and collects required data for a specific discipline
- Project evaluation. Study the cost effect of requested change orders
- Review the program of work together with progress reports and estimates the cash flow requirements
- Performance review and cash flow statement on operational activities
- Creates quantity measurement systems for changes
- Prepare periodic reports when requested

Education and Skills Required:
- Degree in Engineering At least 5 years experience of project management and cost controls together with a working knowledge of the project lifecycle and its associated interfaces
- Knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and acceptance work processes
- Strong analytical skills and oral and written communication skills
- Computer literate, experienced with Microsoft and corporate systems
- Knowledge of Primavera or equivalent

                                                  


Reference: EN-87
Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Prepares tender and contractual documents related to the bills of quantities and specifications
- Shall advise the P.M. during the contract period in order to ensure the contractor/s compliance with the conditions of contract and specifically on matters related to payment provision and methods of measurements
- Shall take and check site measurements when necessary
- Review the contract bills of quantities and update the BOQ in accordance with the information gathered by the QS personnel from sites and available drawings an order to update the budgets
- Review contractor’s interim and final requests for payments,
- Review, check and approve the project final account prior to the PM signature
- Advises on procurement strategy
- Evaluation and analysis of Bids
- Provides advise on contractual claims
- Analyses outcomes and writes detailed progress reports

Education and Skills Required:
- Degree in Engineering /Architect
- At least 5years experience in quantity surveying, with experience in multidisciplinary projects
- Knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, Tender documents including specifications, construction, and bill of quantity preparation, analysis and review
- Strong analytical skills and oral and written communication skills
- Computer literate, experienced with Microsoft and corporate systems
- MS or Primavera knowledge is a plus


                                                  


Reference: EN-88
Job Title: Construction Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Liaise with management, sub-contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
- Extensive experience in scheduling the different phases of work and coordination between the different sub-contractors
- Schedule the project on a professional basis and budget time requirements to meet deadlines
- Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports
- Should have experience in purchasing construction materials and inspecting them
- Schedule the construction work on a daily basis using preferred construction methods

Education and Skills Required:
- Degree in Civil Engineering
- 5 to 10 years’ experience in construction of residential buildings
- Knowledge of construction engineering, procurement, contracts, negotiation, preparation of payment certificates and bill of quantity, and claim review
- Knowledge of local market conditions, material suppliers, contractors and sub-contractors
- Strong analytical skills and oral and written communication skills
- Computer literate, experienced with Microsoft and corporate systems
- MS or Primavera knowledge is a plus


                                                  

Hotels & Restaurants

Reference: HP-18
Job Title: Restaurant Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
Responsible for the entire Restaurant Service activities as per the Hotel standards and policies.

- Manages the day-to-day operation of the Restaurant including mise-en-place and service during all shifts making sure that proper delegation is done during his absence.
- Trains his staff in a manner that they are all good sales people and they know all the menus and specialties.
- Keeps the F&B director updated with the guests’ comments and requests.
- Knows his product and specialties for a better service and always taking into consideration guests satisfaction.
- Responsible for the administrative tasks of the Restaurant concerning schedule, attendance, Discipline and employee performance.
- Controls on an on-going basis the level of Service standards.
- Conducts training, coaching and takes disciplinary actions to ensure the appropriate staff productivity and efficiency.
- Assists the Director of Food & Beverage in developing training plans.
- Implements and controls the policies and regulations related to staff health and safety, Grooming, service and Hygiene.
- Supervises, coordinates and directs the prompt, efficient and courteous service to ensure that standards are met.
- Assists the Director of Food & Beverage in setting outlet goals and developing strategies.
- Controls the stocks of all beverages, materials and equipment and ensures that service requirements are met.
- Monitors and controls all operating equipment for the Restaurant.
- Conducts weekly and special events briefings’ for the restaurant employees.
- Maintains inventory control procedures.
- Ensures proper and professional service to guests.
- To execute hotel programs and policies to ensure compliance with the Hotel methods of work, control, standards, policies and procedures as in the Food & Beverage manual.
- Participates in all departmental meetings.
- Responsible for maintaining the High standard of Food, Beverage & service competitive and to contribute to the hotels profitability.
- To assist in exercising strict control on the Restaurant P&L, to achieve the budget revenue and profit
- To assure compliance with the Hotel and Local Governmental standards for receiving, handling and storage of all goods once in his areas of control.
- To coordinate all stewarding issues related to the Restaurant.
- Performs any other duties which maybe allocated from time to time.

Education and Skills required:
- English is a must
- University degree

                                                  


Reference: HP-19
Job Title: Country Operation Director
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Develop the Restaurant Division's strategy in alignment with the company’s overall strategy.
- Participate in the development of the company’s overall strategy.
- Approve and consolidate the annual budgets of the company-owned outlets in the Restaurant Operations Division.
- Direct the development of policies and procedures for Restaurant Operations in collaboration with the Organizational Development Unit and the Quality Control Department.
- Participate in the decision-making on key strategic management matters within the scope of the Management Committee.
- Participate in the creation of innovative recipes and in the continuous update of the menu within the scope of the Product Development Committee.
- Ensure testing of new menus, recipes and methods in pilot restaurant(s) before roll-out to franchisees and other company-owned restaurants.
- Develop the budget of operations division, oversee the financial performance of the network of company-owned restaurants through review of periodic financial statements and reports and ensure achieving the budget.
- Oversee the performance of the network of company-owned restaurants in terms of customer satisfaction in coordination with the Marketing & Communications Division.
- Oversee the performance of the network of company-owned restaurants in terms of quality through the restaurant operations review conducted by the Quality Control Department, and devise action plan.
- Responsible of the menu engineering.
- Plan and follow on restaurant expansion according to pre-set schedule
- Report periodically on the status and progress of the Restaurant Operations Division to the Managing Director.
- Stay up-to-date of the latest developments in the Restaurant Operations field.

Education and Skills Required:
- Bachelor degree in Hospitality Management
- Advanced knowledge of the Restaurant Business
- MBA is a plus
- 10 years of relevant experience
- Fluency in English and Arabic; French is a plus


                                                  


Reference: HP-20
Job Title: Hygiene Officer
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
- Implement knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards.
- Implement sanitation controls in all related departments.
- Conduct regular spot checks on food items received for temperature abuse.
- Ensure hotel policies are administered fairly and disciplinary documentation completed.
- Knowledgeable to decision and problem solving skills.
- Inspect food and transport equipment
- Will be responsible for coordinating in the development of food safety program with the support of the Group Hygiene Officer.
- As a HACCP team leader he/she has to ensure that all the related staff is well aware about the food safety requirements and basic food hygiene.
- Lead the team in the implementation of HACCP system development, monitoring and documentation of HACCP systems.
- To assist in developing the HACCP Pre-requisites and to do daily monitoring.
- To conduct the HACCP internal audit of the food handling practices and HACCP system.
- To visit the suppliers and to carry out the suppliers audits to mutually benefit each other.
- Communication between departments about HACCP implementation and corrective action and follow-up if any correction action is necessary.
- To keep and update all the related records about HACCP and Hygiene.
- To coordinate monthly food safety meeting and minutes and document the monthly food safety report.
- HACCP Coordinator will report and meet periodically with the Group Hygiene Officer.
- Understands the technology or equipment used for preparation, practical aspects of food preparation and the flow process.
- Ensure compliance with all municipality and health department regulations.
- Inspect all suppliers for approved vendors.
- Conduct regular meetings with Kitchen/Stewarding/F&B Outlets & Engineering
- Ensure that regular on-going communication is happening to create awareness of hygiene
- Conduct regular training with regards to hygiene.
- Perform other duties to meet good hygiene standards.
- To observe that the grooming standards are in place for Kitchen/Stewarding/F&B Staff

Education and Skills Required:
- College Degree/PG in hotel management or health or science background
- English language
- Previous experience in Hotel, F&B, Hygiene
- 3 to 6 years of relevant experience

                                                  

IT & MIS

Reference: IT-72
Job Title: IT Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Responsible for the provision of IT infrastructure services including desktop applications, area networks, IT security and telecommunications.
- Manages installation, tests and maintains the hardware and software (existing and newly purchased).
- Links the different offices (local and regional) in the most consistent and cost efficient way.
- Safeguards the group‘s data in the best secure environment; by developing and maintaining a disaster recovery plan.
- Oversees troubleshooting and all help desk activities at a local and regional level.
- Overlook and support the ERP on a regional basis
- Set up the yearly budget for the IT needs of each Business Units of the Group in coordination with the Management; and in charge of the proper implementation of these budgets.
- Defines resources and schedule for all projects/programs implementation.
- Recommends on IT best practices and procedures by presenting related special studies; and optimize them to lower total cost of ownership and reduce capital expenses.
- Manages the IT department including staff appraisals, disciplining and career development.
- Maintains knowledge on current technology by reading technology periodicals, evaluating new technologies and attending trade-shows, technical seminars and training sessions.

Education and Skills Required:
- BS, Masters (MSCE, MCP certificates are a plus) Major: Computer Sciences/ Computer Engineering/ Information Science/ Management Information Systems/ Software Engineering
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the IT field; with regional exposure
- Experience in international ERP systems is a must
- Thorough knowledge of advanced concepts and operating principles of data communications and of Management Information Systems functions (hardware and software)



                                                  


Reference: IT-73
Job Title: Search Engine Optimization Specialist
Country: United Arab Emirates
Gender: Male
Experience: 2 - 3 years
Description:
- Keeping up with the latest techniques
- Work closely with colleagues to test different search engine marketing and web site design ideas to improve search engine optimization for clients sites.
- Review and analyze web sites, through detailed written documentation, identifying areas for improvement and change relative to SEO.
- Recommend content to include strategic key phrase placement within compelling copy that maximizes opportunities for indexing, ranking, click-through, and conversion.
- Create original content while including necessary keywords, titles and descriptions to improve the performance of a site.

Experience and Skills Required:
- Knowledge of: HTML, CSS, and other common programming languages are necessary.
- 1-3 Years of web experience desired.


                                                  


Reference: IT-74
Job Title: Social Networking Strategist
Country: United Arab Emirates
Experience: Not required
Description:
- Develop social media strategies, coordinating with stakeholders across the Company to ensure its effectiveness and encouraging adoption of relevant social media techniques into the corporate culture and into all of the company’s products and services
- Plan social media campaigns, ensuring customer engagement and supporting monetization
- Develop and manage a program to effectively start and develop partnerships with identified high valued Company customers
- Develop analytics reports and utilize different listening platforms
- Set strategic recommendations
- Oversee the management of a Blogger outreach program and ensure the maintenance of an active brand ambassador network to spread the word about the Company
- Monitor trends in online community tools, trends and applications
- Monitor the competition and be aware of market changes and developments

Knowledge and skills Required:
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and their respective participants (Facebook, Digg, Youtube, Twitter, Flickr etc.) and how they can be deployed in different scenarios
- Knowledge of blogging ecosystem relevant to the Company’s field
- Experience leading projects to successful deployment
- Have a good knowledge of principles of SEO and PR

                                                  


Reference: IT-75
Job Title: Portal Manager/Online Producer
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
We are looking for an online professional to help to drive business results for Microsoft.com. We think across products, and audience groups to provide a truly One-Microsoft perspective to the users. Ideal candidates demonstrate programming and project management skills as well as a copy writing experience.

- Work closely with the team members in Beirut and the HQ in Dubai, whole range of departments from strategy to studio, in order to achieve and improve measurable outcomes through online marketing activities in more than 12 countries.
- Responsible for the maintenance, development, strategic and ongoing day-to-day management of Microsoft online properties and campaign web sites with specific responsibility for several portals.
- Responsible for the accomplishment of projects (both MEA wide and country specific) from content conception to execution. Within the project management and beyond, you will be the responsible contact to drive customer experience on certain pages/portals (tbd) within Microsoft.com infrastructure by ensuring high quality information architecture and content.
- Responsible for ensuring the web sites are up-to-date with specified editorial and promotional content, ensuring projects and campaigns are delivered on time and on budget, ensuring the operational stability of the technology & infrastructure, managing the day-to-day localization requirements for the websites and managing third party, corporate and local content and marketing requirements. The Producer will need to manage all aspects of managing a website and deploying content, from validation of the briefing to production, testing and launch and then ongoing maintenance and optimization.
- Proactively develop/execute project, programming plans and schedules, realistic delivery timetables
- Assist in developing business and marketing strategies for the web sites.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
- Ensure the accuracy and quality of content on the websites.
- Ensure the technology and infrastructure meet and exceeds perational specifications.
- Continuously and proactively evaluate the operation of the websites and provide recommendations on enhancements and improvements to more quickly and cost effectively exploit new and innovative opportunities.
- Thrives in and can drive results in a complex, multi-site, multi-stakeholder publishing environment; loves the creativity, energy, and enthusiasm of a fast, collaborative, innovative team.
- Major responsibilities will be to implement the day-to-day site presentation, layout and updates for the relevant websites along with the development of new content, new features within new marketing and promotional activity.
- Deep understanding of digital marketing practices including: Web, video, social media, blog, wiki, digital events, digital advertising, syndication, RSS, newsletter/email, click-to-chat/talk, widget/gadget/app, pod/vod-cast, SEA, SEO, & others.
- Schedule and execute the localization of corporate produced content and campaigns for the owned portal and others.
- Maintain the monthly reports and online scorecards to report and optimize the performance of online properties, marketing campaigns and other online functionality.
- Administer and operate the relevant Content Management Systems.
- Analyze and identify content frameworks, information architectures, wireframes and user interfaces across all of our client’s sites and tailor content to the relevant audience.
- Schedule and produce relevant editorial, promotional and marketing content for always-on web sites.
- Assist to project manage the total production workflow of new website enhancements, new content, new campaigns and new functionality from conception, specification, implementation and deployment onto the websites.
- Assist in creating, develop and execute a portal process from the information architecture process to the maintenance briefing process, including definition of do’s and don’t’s
- Work with the Technical Lead to maintain relevant and up to date documentation on the web site and supporting systems (technical).
- Plan, program and co-ordinate activity, content, site maintenance and development of the owned portal, work with the Hub Lead and the Client Servicing team to manage the prioritization and assignment of relevant resources and projects.
- Where necessary, modify existing processes and implement new streamlined processes, which maximize efficiencies and ensure all projects, resources and activity are monitored and delivered in the most cost effective fashion.
- Ensure the operational integrity of the websites, applications and infrastructure.

Education and Skills Required:
- IT or Telecommunications Degree
- Very good command of English, French is a plus.

                                                  

Sales & Marketing

Reference: SM-154
Job Title: Marketing Business Developer
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
- Establish and execute project work plans
- Revise and amend existing projects to meet changing needs and requirements
- Identify resources needed, time-frame, and budget
- Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
- Analyze project's profitability, revenue, and utilization

Experience and Skills Required:
- BA degree in Marketing & Advertising; Business Management , or any other related field
- 4 - 6 years of experience

                                                  


Reference: SM-155
Job Title: Marketing Communication Officer
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Description:
- Coordinate the design, production, and writing of marketing material
- Analyze effectiveness of marketing material
- Manage allocation of resources and budget for producing marketing material
- Assist with concept development and layout for design of marketing material

Experience and Skills Required:
- BA degree in Marketing & Advertising; MA degree is a plus
- 4 - 6 years of experience in Marketing and advertising; preferably advertising agency



                                                  


Reference: SM-156
Job Title: Marketing Manager Levant
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Responsible for the development of consistent through-the-line programs and the overall consumer and trade channel planning for the Levant market focusing on Lebanon. - Will work in close collaboration with the heads of Portfolio, Brand & Trade Strategy and C&TM Operations in order to ensure translation of defined strategies and objectives into plans, programs, KPI’s effectiveness.
- Oversee the translation of portfolio, brand and trade strategies into detailed marketing plans in line with business objectives and KPI’s.
- Manage the development and planning of Through the Line communication platforms and challenge creative thinking; ensure creative media buy with a competitive advantage and an objective to develop winning propositions.
- Develop the company’s business with all trade channels based on their priorities.
- Develop optimal channel strategy for an improved brand distribution, visibility, awareness, image and equity.
- Ensure compliance with local legislation and with the company's operations/marketing standards.
- Determine the need for promotional/advertising materials within the assigned territory and ensure timely & cost efficient availability, including PGA’s and print materials.
- Work closely with distributor for a deeper understanding of the market and trade dynamics.
- In liaison with the distributor and sales director, recommend and implement appropriate training and development programs for the sales & merchandising force to meet current and future growth requirements.
- In coordination with the Director Sales, assist with the control and management of the sales operation, delivering sales and distribution targets according to operating plan.
- Maintain awareness of all legislative and socio-economic developments and trends to capitalize on opportunities and negate threats.

Experience and Skills required:
- B. A. in Marketing, Business Administration
- Minimum 5 years experience in marketing, preferably with Multinational companies in the Middle East region


                                                  


Reference: SM-157
Job Title: Corporate Sales Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Establish the sales strategic plan for effective sales development and performance, in light of the company's strategy
- Manage and organize the Sales department's activities efficiently in order to achieve the assigned objectives
- Develop and establish policies/processes and set objectives to manage the department operations
- Analyze and study the market trends. Develop, organize & monitor the preparation, issuance & delivery of sales materials
- Review and analyze customer's complaints and conduct surveys to measure the efficiency of performance and the customer satisfaction

Experience and Skills Required:
- BA degree in Business Management, Sales & Marketing; MBA is a plus
- 7 - 10 years of experience of which at least 6 years as a Sales Manager

                                                  


Reference: SM-158
Job Title: Retail Sales Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Manage and organize the Sales activities efficiently in order to achieve the assigned objectives
- Supervise and follow up the day to day operation to ensure proper performance and customer satisfaction.
- Ensure sales and financial targets are communicated and achieved
- Analyze the sales figures and related resources in order to take the proper measures
- Initiate analysis of any problem encountered, develop the corrective and preventive actions and monitor its implementation.

Experience and Skills Required:
- BA degree in Business Management, Sales & Marketing; MBA is a plus
- 8 - 15 years of experience in a similar domain

                                                  


Reference: SM-159
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Country: Lebanon
Experience: 2 - 3 years
Description:
Take a lead role, in close coordination with the Markcoms Sr. Manager, to develop the department’s strategies and plans including:
- Support in the development of the marketing communications strategy for the region for the fiscal year
- Lead the production of marketing communications plans catered to each practice and function
- Produce marketing plans for large-scale marketing activities and events
- Produce a markcoms plan for the alumni and drive the initiatives
- Develop a plan to promote internal communications
- Develop a plan to support the marketing needs of a corporate social responsibility strategy for the firm in the region
- Support on ad hoc communications requests that arise
- Take lead on data analysis and formulating key messages based on findings in developing plans and presentations
- Implement key performance indicators to monitor and measure impact
- Conceptualize and oversee the production of marketing materials to support markcoms initiatives and practice requests
- Supervise the firm's graphic design needs including coordination with internal and external designers and agencies

Leads the firm's external communications efforts including:
- Propose the content for the alumni newsletter and manage the production for each issue
- Compile articles for the alumni newsletter
- Compile content for the website
- Propose upgrades for the website and work with internal and external designers on implementation.

Leads the firm's internal communications efforts including:
- Draft welcome and introductory notes on behalf of the regional MD or partners for internal communications purposes
- Compile articles for the internal newsletter
- Compile articles for the intranet
- Provide copywriting support in internal campaigns
- Write and direct the production of special communications projects, eg., client letters, invitations, alumni communications, etc.

Experience Required:
- Minimum 3 years in communications or marketing position


                                                  


Reference: SM-160
Job Title: Marketing Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
Manage a post harvest / Storage grading and packing operation for fruits and vegetables.

Minimum qualifications require scientific education or training in refrigeration technology, including CA, as well as considerable management experience in post-harvest, handling, storage, grading, packing and packaging of temperate zone fruits, with emphasis on apple.

Arabic is a must.


                                                  


Reference: SM-161
Job Title: General Sales Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
Ensures that sales fundamentals are executed with excellence in the market and hence achieves volume targets on a monthly basis

- Provides leadership for the sales organization by accepting personal responsibility for sales activities and establishing high standards consistent with company principles.
- Define monthly and yearly sales strategies designed to identify new clients, win new business and develop existing ones
- Achieves volume growth in line with agreed forecasts.
- Ensures that weighted coverage is optimized across Lebanon.
- Achieves in-store presence as measured by shelving, distribution, pricing, and display.
- Ensures that promotions of key and high potential brands are displayed in high traffic areas.
- Provides accurate sales forecast for every brand to optimize pipeline management. Updates sales forecast on a monthly basis.
- Has a strong working relationship with the key decision makers of his top customers.
- Ensures that correct on-the-job training and appraisal systems are in place for all positions.
- Develops group sales structure compatible with customer and business needs.
- Maintains accurate records for the appropriate measurement and analysis of the business.
- Manages training workshops for salespeople designed to build the appropriate skill levels.
- Works within agreed upon budget
- Maintains pricing stability in the market.
- Promotes written and verbal guidance to his sales representatives.
- Understands the trade dynamics by visiting key customers and going to the field.
- Looks at management reports and understand the company’s strengths, weaknesses and opportunities.
- Sets the right expectations for his people.
- Deals professionally with suppliers on a win win basis.
- Works well with the company’s marketing department and ensures that the company’s objectives are met
- Develops a strong relationship with the marketing, finance and warehouse heads of department.

Experience and Skills Required:
- Bachelor degree in business or marketing - MBA is a plus
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience

                                                  

Senior Management

Reference: MG-55
Job Title: General Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- Implementing Group strategy & balanced score card
- Strategic and important customer & channel relationships
- Sales team guidance and support
- Public relations with MoT/TRA
- Pursue Group accounts receivables
- Follow up on Group Logistics issues
- Follow up on monthly and quarterly payments to Government and Banks (MoT, VAT, NSSF, BDL, etc.)
- Follow up on other projects assigned by CEO
- Provides recommendations to CEO of appropriate day to day operations/ appropriate technologies and trends to follow / appropriate vendor selection/ etc...
- Supports motivation of employees in organization of products / programs and operations.
- Ensures staff have sufficient and up-to-date information. Looks to the future for change opportunities. Interfaces between organization and Corporate customers
- Achieves maximum efficiency and profit objectives
- Recommends yearly budget for CEO approval and prudently manages organization’s resources within those budgets guidelines according to current laws and regulations.
- Establishes and maintain strong relationships with profit and non-profit corporate entities necessary for ensuring the company’s continued growth.
- Ensures smooth and proper communication with the MOT and TRA and keeps all the time the CEO informed about such outcomes. Ensures the renewals of the licenses in a timely manner. Endeavors to enhance licensed frequencies needed for the provision of new services. Recommends to the CEO the application to new licenses that the MOT and TRA may open up for, in order to maintain the company in a competitive status.
- Plans, develops, organizes, directs and evaluates the fiscal function and performance.
- Takes ownership of Group Accounts Receivables plans and keep them to the minimum possible.
- Assists in implementing and enforcing policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the corporation
- Provides continual improvement of the budgeting process
- Optimizes the handling of bank relationships
- Acts as an advisor from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the company may enter.
- Respects all Company’s rules and procedures as well as ensuring control and implementation of revenue assurance policy in the Company.
- Issues regular reports to the CEO, including but not limited to the following reports:
*Balanced Score Card
*Financial Statements
*Monthly Company Health Report

Experience and Skills Required:
- MBA or Masters, Administration / Telecommunications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Leadership position in Telecommunication company
- Technical knowledge of broadband technologies, in specific, WiMAX, HSPA, LTE, fiber optic, ADSL and other backbone and access technologies.)


                                                  


Reference: MG-56
Job Title: General Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
Position requires an individual with a sound education in horticultural science, preferably in fruit crops production and / or post – harvest handling.
An M.S. degree is preferred but not required.
The candidate should also have considerable experience in orchard management and fruit handling, particularly with apples.

Arabic is a must


                                                  


Reference: MG-57
Job Title: Corporate Affairs Middle East Manager
Country: Lebanon
Experience: above 5 years
Description:
- The incumbent will be responsible to anticipate, assess, and communicate to management changes in operating environment and build Corporate Affairs capacity in the Middle East
- Establish stakeholder mapping and identify engagement strategy with them
- Act in conformity with the company’s Guidelines and code of conduct
- Develop market related regulatory positions based on the company's global approach of these issues
- Integrate the Corporate Affairs Objectives into Markets Business strategy
- Establish clear objectives and performance criteria for Public Relations Consultants or any agency or consultant hired to support the function
- Best practice sharing with other markets Corporate Affairs Professionals.
- In charge of the company's media and communication issues in the markets managed by the Middle East team.
- Anticipate and assess changes to the company’s Operating Environment which create commercial risk and competitive opportunity.
- Ensure anticipated changes are communicated to the market management and the Regional Corporate Affairs Vice President.
- Share local experience with other market Corporate Affairs’ heads through regular meetings or conference calls to enrich global knowledge, benefit from best practices and contribute to global initiatives.
- Build a Corporate Affairs capacity in Middle East according to management needs and priorities and based on available resources.
- Work with the GM of the Middle East market and functional counterparts to develop programs through which the Operating Environment will be shaped or influenced to minimize commercial risk and secure competitive advantage in the market
- Establish, where applicable, political, regulatory, and media stakeholders mapping which identify the groups or individuals who influence and shape public and government policy and opinion.
- Develop, or work with functional counterparts to develop market related positions and views regarding public issues which have significant impact on the company’s operating environment and share them with markets management and sub-region
- Develop political, regulatory, and media engagement strategies to ensure that the company’s positions and views are presented in a fair and accurate manner to adequate stakeholders
- Establish clear performance criteria and objectives for all Public Relations consultants / and or agencies engaged by the company in Middle East markets.
- Ensure that Public Relations strategies are aligned with the company’s business goals and performance objectives and compliant to its code of conduct and global positions.

Experience and Skills Required:
- Bachelor degree preferably in Law, or political sciences, or Media & Communication, or Business Administration
- 3 years professional experience in Corporate Affairs or 3 years commercial experience as a Line Manager or Head of Business Function preferably in a regulated industry. Middle East experience is a must.