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Head of Contracts
Qatar Museums
Doha, Qatar
The Role
The Head of Contracts will   be   responsible   for   the   development, management   and monitoring of the contracting process making full use of all potential negotiating opportunities to maximise high quality, affordable care.
- Manage the Contract to ensure contract delivery in line with budget.
- Identify, monitor and manage risk associated with contracts and ensuring appropriate business controls, continuity and contingency plans are in place.
- Pro-actively look for ways to improve relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to achieve successful contract delivery.
- Develop appropriate methods of communication for internal and external stakeholders to ensure understanding and buy-in in order to deliver contractual requirements.
- Ensure all contractual documentation meets the standards required by internal and external inspection bodies and delivered in line with contractual requirements.
- Manage a contract change protocol process ensuring any changes to any agreements are in writing and endorsed by all relevant parties.
- Deliver agreed management reporting (to include performance, quality and financial matters).
Requirements
- In-depth understanding of Contract Management which will include drafting, negotiation and execution, tendering processes, and monitoring, reviewing and evaluation of contract compliance.
- Proficiency in utilizing and interpreting financial models and analyses.
- Experience in applying organizational standards when developing requests for proposals, negotiating terms and drafting contracts.
- Ability to systematically analyze complex problems, draw relevant conclusions and implement appropriate solutions.
- Strong verbal and written skills, and ability to convey complex information in a way that others can readily follow.
- Excellent negotiating and persuasive skills, both in one-on-one and group situations.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or related field preferred. (In some cases, an advanced degree may be desirable).
- With experience of 10-15 years.
- Preferably already residing in Qatar.
About the Company
The Qatar Museums, is in charge with the oversight and development of the national system of museums for the State of Qatar.
The QM was created in December 2005 to combine the resources of all museums in the country and to further develop their capacity for collection and preservation of historic objects.

Sales Officer | Qatar Airways | Doha
Qatar Airways
Qatar
The Role
You will be part of the QR Holidays team as Sales Officer.
In this role, you are responsible for achieving and exceeding QR Holidays assigned revenue target by creating maximum awareness of the QR Holidays products. You will diversify the business by supporting the development of sales strategies for QR Holidays. The strategies will focus on the inbound and outbound strategies, securing more corporate leisure business, development of MICE, engagement with Educational institutions, strategic alliances, direct web sales and promoting Qatar as a destination. You will utilise the customer database to identify and target sales segments to generate more sales.
You will prepare an effective weekly Sales Call Plan with accurate reporting and utilise a targeted sales approach to achieve your goals. You will monitor, analyse and measure Leisure sales and revenue for decision-making and strategy. You will participate in all sales activities planned by QRH management including trade shows, sales blitz, promotions, mall kiosks etc. You will maintain superior relationship with clients by providing unmatched quality service, support, information and guidance. You will develop strong interaction with respective market segments and build long term relationships with key individuals and organisations within the industry.Tobe successful in this role you will need a Bachelors Degree or equivalent with an accreditation in Marketing and Sales an advantage.  You will have Inbound and outbound sales management background. You will have a minimum of 4 years previous Sales experience within an airline or travel industry.  You will also have excellent knowledge of the local market.
You need to demonstrate proven knowledge of GDS's, Airline ticketing and selling experience within a pressurised target driven environment.  You will be fluent in English language skills (both written and spoken) with Arabic as an advantage.
Strong interaction with trade partners and corporate clients, and building long term relationships with key individuals and organizations within the industry, corporations and related organizations is essential.
Requirements
About the Company
Welcome to a world of growing opportunities.
Qatar Airways is the national carrier of the State of Qatar. Our global network now sees us flying to over 100 destinations worldwide and operating some of the youngest fleets in the sky. We are home to over 150 nationalities.
Our mission is to deliver Excellence in Everything We Do. For us, that means we focus on the customers who fly with us. We understand that our customers choose to fly with us because we care for them. We know that every time we fly, we carry the hopes and dreams of our customers. Similarly we consider the hopes and dreams of our people. Our success is due to our leadership and the employment of high quality people who will enjoy living and working in Doha, Qatar.
Qatar is a rising economic powerhouse and is fast establishing itself as one of the world’s newest and most vibrant hubs. Qatar prides itself on its technological advances as well as its educational and research facilities. It is rapidly becoming home to more expatriates and international businesses, as well as world-renowned 5-star hotels, spas and resorts. The city boasts the best in shopping, sports activities and has been host to many high profile international events.
As the Airline of the Year 2011 and the only 5-star airline in the Middle East, the opportunities for career diversity, professional development opportunities to further your careers within the organisation are almost limitless. We truly believe that life is a journey, not a destination; therefore we help our people to realise all that they can be.
Join one of the fastest growing airlines with an ever-expanding global network.
If you wish to find out more about the Qatar Airways Group of companies and what we have to offer, then please visit our website.

Brand Manager
Al Mana
Qatar
The Role
Job Purpose: Leads the daily operations of all branches, conducts daily visits to all branches to ensure the operation is running smoothly, manages the profit & loss as well and make sure that all Head Of Operations are providing excellent quality of service.

Main Tasks:
• Conducts daily visits to all branches for checking / assessing the service & checks the image related to the outlet and provides feedback to HOO accordingly.
• Supports the operation when needed especially during high season or replace the HOO when needed.
• Handles customer complaints when needed and work on the statistical report plus action plans.
• Audits the weekly beverages cost received from the Cost Controller and coordinates with the Head Of Operations accordingly plus clarifications.
• Handles the weekly inventory related to all branches and takes necessary actions in case of variances.
• Manages, controls and fixes a preventive plan related to the weekly indicator received from the HR Department and takes necessary actions accordingly.
• Combines the monthly Menu engineering reports received from the HOO’s and sends it to Country Manager.
• Receives Operational Financial Analysis from HOO’s after sending it, Checks & Analyses clarifications and send it to Country Manager accordingly.
• Analysis sales activities of Summer Drinks / Features … and send feedback to management
• Works on the strategic part to achieve the company objectives.
• Coordinates with the Marketing Department regarding all activities conducted within the branch such as events, marketing campaign in terms of sales & volume and ensures the promotion materials are well settled.
• Coordinates with Executive Chefs concerning any new items / Menu.
• Leading the process of new menu items implementation in coordination with concerned department.
• Delegates tasks to HOO’s regarding Horeca and F & B events in order to check best F & B practices.
• Follows up and control all activities related to POS System in terms of Void, Promo, QSA…
• Conducts periodic meetings with HOO’s and related members to communicate any problematic issue or message related to the operation.
• Controls the yearly budget for all branches and makes sure each HOO is managing it adequately
• Combines business plans presented and received by Head Of Operations and send it to management for approval.
• In charge of all maintenance activities related to Malls, outlets…
• Audits all invoices related to stewards received from HOO’s
• In charge of all Machines related to bar.
• Approves the crockery purchasing orders sent by the HOO’S
• Approves the weekly schedule & leaves related to his direct reports.
• Handles the yearly performance appraisals related to his direct reports and plays the role of 3rd party when needed.
• In charge of controlling the manning and all other recruitment activities for all outlets.
• Coached and develops his direct reports continuously.
• In charge of handling all conflict resolution, Misconducts & Gross Misconducts actions.
• Other related tasks might be required from management.

Key Performance Indicators: All Branches
• Mystery shopper report (Part related to Floor )
• Labor Cost ( Related to OFA )
• Beverages Cost ( Related to OFA )
• Branch Sales Target
• Food & Beverages Safety Report
• Number of complaints ( Related to Floor )
Requirements
Job Competencies:
High Leadership skills, Problem solving skills, decision making skills, coaching skills, Conflict Management resolution, Negotiation skills, and details oriented skills

Job Requirements:
Previous solid experience in the Food & Beverages industry, minimum 10 years of experience.
Holds a BA degree in hospitality management or related field, master is a plus.
Fluent in English, computer skills, flexible, presentable & has values.
About the Company
Al Mana is one of the largest and most diversified groups in the region, operating over 55 companies in 8 countries and employing over 3500 personnel. Industries that we operate in include automotive distribution and services, real estate and investments, retail and luxury fashion, F&B, engineering, technology, media and entertainment. The group covers most areas of retail including luxury goods, beauty, fashion, home interiors, watches and jewellery. Operating over 300 outlets, Al Mana represents some of the largest and most successful brands in the world.

Personal Assistant to Project Director
QDVC
Doha, Qatar
The Role
QDVC is a local contracting company founded in April 2007 with a joint venture between Qatari Diar 51%, and VINCI Construction 49%.

The LRT is a 33 km turnkey tramway project located in Lusail – Doha – Qatar.

The LRT Consortium is a venture between QDVC and Alstom contracted by Qatar Rail Corporation to deliver the Light Rail Transit tramway Project. Each Partner is responsible to design, build, commission and handover its part of LRT

We seek highly motivated and experienced candidates to support the Project Director in the day-to-day administrative requirements on LRT Project.

Principal Accountability & Responsibility:

Calendar management, meeting and appointments
- Manage and maintain the Project Director’s calendar and be able to prioritize and monitor any schedule/diary conflicts
- Plan and schedule meetings and appointments for both internal and external meetings, conferences and business travel
- Update the Project Director of upcoming deadlines for both internal & external commitments and engagements

Internal and external office communications
- To attend and prepare minutes and records of various Weekly/ Monthly meetings (Project Management & Technical meetings). To distribute the minutes of meeting on a timely basis and to follow up actions when relevant. To prepare the next meeting by collecting and providing relevant materials.
- Arrange for distribution of correspondences on a timely basis
- Follow-up on incoming and outgoing correspondences with Employer, Internal memos (Project Partners). Review the applicability and priority of correspondences, reports and other documents and to highlight any urgent correspondence
- Filter information, communication and taking appropriate action by escalating or redirecting based on the Project Director’s direction in order to manage his time efficiently
- Coordinate meetings, discussions and appointments including preparation of materials for discussion and other amenities

Record keeping and File Management
- Maintain and control an accurate and complete record of Project documents and correspondences in Dymadoc – Correspondence Database
- Manage an organized filing system for efficient data retrieval. Ensure that the necessary documents such as records of correspondences, memos, minutes of meetings, project papers, reference materials and data/ information back-up are readily accessible when required
- Manage and maintain the Project Director’s contacts database and to ensure that it is up-to-date

Reporting and Monitoring
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of documents, reports, papers and presentations for upcoming meetings/ appointments
- Develop and maintain periodic reporting for the Project Director’s office as and when required

Office Management
- Leadership for the Secretarial/ Administrative/ Document Control staff of the Project by monitoring the procedures/ providing guidelines to ensure that it is relevant to the operational needs
- Maintain overall knowledge of Project by attending site visits and keep abreast of the project development
- Manage and enhance relationships with the relevant internal & external Project partners, associates and any other relevant organizations/ bodies
- Maintain a flow of information to colleagues and other co-employees while maintaining confidentiality or sensitive information and interact professionally with all levels of management, staff, business associates, partners and the Employer representatives at all times
- Undertake other important ad-hoc assignments and entrusted responsibilities that may arise due to work contingencies
Requirements
- Possess a Bachelor Degree/ Diploma in Secretarial Science, Management, Mass Communication or relevant qualifications
- At least 10 years of working experience in performing secretarial duties with a minimum of 5 years at senior management level, preferably in the construction industry
- Proven secretarial experience, preferably as a Senior Executive specializing in Secretarial/ Personal Assistant or its equivalent

Key Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent in business writing and communication skills (verbal and written) in English. Knowledge of French or Arabic is an added advantage
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with a high level of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Possess a mature disposition
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced working environment
- Strong initiative and ability to work under pressure
- Possess impeccable attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and interact effectively with all levels and a good team player
About the Company
QDVC is a Qatari Shareholding Company incorporated under the Law of Qatar.
The Company received Commercial Registration in April 2007.
The percentages held by each shareholders of the company are as follows:
51% by Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, incorporated in Qatar and acting as the Qatari partner; and
49% by VINCI Construction GrandsProjets, incorporated in France and acting as the non-Qatari Partner.
The scope of the company is general contracting and construction work, along with any associated services related to large selected Design and Build projects, either public or private for which it can bring clear and strong added value.

Senior Project Manager
Blake Anderson
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Role
My client a major international contractor has an urgent opening for a Senior Project Manager for a major Metro Project in Saudi Arabia.

Summary

- Plans, directs and coordinates activities of construction projects to ensure the goals or objectives of these projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
- Coordinate logistics and schedules among multiple activities on site.
- Establishes work plan and multi-disciplinary staffing for each phase of project
- Directs and coordinates activities of subcontractors.
- Serves as a representative at meetings, presentations and relative to assigned the project.
- Identifies causes for revisions to project and the impact of such changes
Requirements
The successful candidate must fulfill the following criteria:

- minimum of 25 years’ experience in international contracting companies.
- minimum of 7 years experience on major metro projects.
- must have successfully completed at least one major metro project
About the Company
Blake Anderson is a boutique consultancy based in the UK, with a satellite office in Dubai. Specialising in Technical and Construction Recruitment, Blake Anderson provides a superior service to clients and candidates within the construction and technical sectors.
We concentrate on placing professionals throughout the world, focusing mainly on the Middle East and Asia, drawing on both the global and local markets for highly qualified professionals. In order to attract the best talent, we invest in various high-end advertising mediums.
With a database of 1,000‘s of candidates, our experienced consultants have a wealth of recruitment knowledge and have a consultative approach at all times, ensuring a second to none service.

Physiotherapist
Fawzia Sultan Rehabilitation Institute (FSRI)
Kuwait, Kuwait
The Role
The FSRI is the premier physiotherapy clinic in Kuwait city which has been growing since it opened in 2006. The clinic now has a staff of 40 comprised of physiotherapy, speech therapy, psychology and primary care.
We are looking for a full time senior physiotherapist to join our growing team.
Requirements
The successful applicant will have:

Advanced manual therapy training (Part B or equivalent)
Acupuncture, or dry needling certification
Strong therapeutic exercise training
Strong collaborative skills
Able to work independently with a complex case load
Interest in program development and marketing services
Interest or some experience in management
About the Company
As the only rehabilitation institute of its kind in Kuwait, Fawzia Sultan Rehabilitation Institute FSRI has a lot to be proud of. Our multi-disciplinary team works together to find the best integrated treatment solutions for our patients.

Personal Assistant/Secretary
Chateau Building Materials, Behzad Group
Bahrain
The Role
- Manage daily/ weekly agenda and arrange new meetings and appointments of the General Manager.
- Ensure deadlines / presentations and other duties of the executive office are carried out seamlessly.
- Prepare/ Edit/ Disseminate correspondence, memos forms, presentation etc.
- Develop and maintain a filing system for easy reference relevant to projects undertaken by the Office of the General Manager
- Make /Manage/ Book Travel arrangements
- Handles enquiries /calls pertaining to the office of the General Manager
- File and update contact informations and important projects relevant to the operations of the Office of the General Manager
- Perform additional duties that maybe assigned from time to time
Requirements
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook et. al.)
- Ability to multi-task and time management capability is strongly needed
- Must be Well-versed in writing often draft correspondence, speeches, presentations etc.
- Excellent organizational skills, verbal communication and listening skills
- Must be Fluent in Arabic and English Language
- Minimum of 4 years experienced in the same field supporting higher Management
- Fast Learner, Reliable, Efficient and can work with minimal supervision
- Bachelor Degree Holder preferably
- Can join immediately and willing to relocate to Bahrain.
About the Company
The latest addition to the Group based in the UAE and focused primarily on dealing with the growing project market in Abu Dhabi and the UAE as whole.
This business is project focused with offices staff and showroom displays in the center of Abu Dhabi.
The local team deal with major developers and specifiers and offer a wide range of the company’s products with technical and purchasing support from Bahrain.