Thursday, April 18, 2013

Portfolio Analyst


Assess and review the Bank's Retail Lending Policy & Process (Scoring system) via planning and coordinating tasks and activities designed to accomplish business goals through effective resources management to meet existing customers needs, internal requirements of the bank and attract new customers.

· Maintains clear lines of communication with different areas of the bank, operates within the statutory regulations of the Central Bank of Kuwait and manages relationships with relevant internal divisions to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of workflow and business results.

· Recommends amendments to credit policy to increase profitability, improve asset quality as well as ensuring consistency of credit decisions.

· Recommends lending limits in line with Bank's or Banks policies to ensure compliance based on statistical analysis.

· Identifies weakness and gaps in the credit policy and reports them along with the recommendations to the RBD management for review and discussion.

· Develop short-term and long-term baseline goals and objectives for the scoring system by developing key metrics as performance standards and goals. Monitor and communicate metrics, modifying standards.

· Act as the main point of contact with the system vendor for system issues. Including the implementation of approved recommendations into the credit scoring system.

· Stay up to date on local, regional and international treads in credit policy, credit scoring, credit product segmentation, and NPL levels.

· Directly maintain credit policies, lending rules and other requirements within the credit scoring system. Including extracting various reports from the system as well as continuously validating that appropriate cutoff levels are producing credit decisions in line with the Bank's risk appetite and budgeted income targets.

· Directly manages and develops subordinate staff members, who report to the Portfolio Analyst.
Desired Candidate Profile

- Retail Credit Scoring Experience
- Excellent Analytical and Statistical Skills
- Provide Recommendations to: Improve Lending, Improve Process time, Credit Scoring ranges
- Retail Lending Process Experience
- Retail Credit Policy Experience
- Retail Credit Scoring System experience (FICO preferable)
- Report creation and management information generation (i.e. MIS)
- Retail Behavioral Scoring experience
- System programming experience

Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
Mrs. Rakhi T. Sachdeva - Recruitment Manager
LandLine:
0096522622757 Ext : 202
Website
http://www.career-hunters.com

Middle Office Manager


Middle Office Manager - Kuwait

Job Purpose:
The successful candidate will be responsible to supervise and ensure the effective reporting, measuring and monitoring of trading risk in addition to the improvement of risk reporting tools. This includes ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and Group policy in Middle Office activities.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:
Maintain and develop Group Middle Office common guidelines and procedures to ensure compliance with the Group Risk policies.
Ensure adherence to delegated authorities for approvals (e.g. limit exceptions, etc)
Provides independent approval and oversight for all manual system overrides (e.g. counterparty limits) and controls daily trade flow to minimize risk.
Ensure transactions traded by the Group Treasury are within approved trading limits and provides constant monitoring of the treasury activities.
Responsible for monitoring Group Treasury derivatives activity and ensures independent valuations are carried out regularly.
Constantly updates the quantitative models and indicators of exposure for use in Group Treasury and coordinates with Group Risk to ensure alignment.
Daily analysis on positions (even within limits) is conducted to monitor trends and identify trading irregularities and coordinates independent valuations and other analysis (including volatility of FX transactions, dealer errors, etc).
Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Economics, Finance or Statistics with some form of financial certification (CFA).
Strong capabilities in Excel/VBA (absolute prerequisite).
Knowledge of data related IT aspects are an advantage.
Minimum of 4 years work experience in Banking (including internships) with exposure to Treasury products and a proven track record of Middle Office activities.

http://www.florenceconsult.com/

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Req Software Development Manager


The Role:

•Manages software development to deliver new functionality or in-house systems requested by end-user to agreed standard and Quality.
•Ensures user requirements are clearly defined and properly analyzed prior to any development activity.
•Responsible for quality system designs and data structures to ensure flexibility, future growth and easy maintenance and support.
•Supervises development tasks assigned to Programmers and Analyst Programmers.
•Ensures that end-user is involved into the various stages of the development cycle to deliver a 100% acceptable solution to them.

Responsibilities:

•Lead and manage software development projects, deliver high quality innovative software that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
•Facilitate detailed user requirements analysis to clearly understand requirements.
•Prepare systems design, impact assessment, interface requirements and estimate development timescale and resource requirements.
•Manage software development project. Create and execute project plans outlining realistic estimates for timescales and deliverables.
•Allocate work to development team and supervises them on their assigned tasks. Ensure that teams have appropriate product and technical specifications, direction, and resources to deliver products effectively.
•Monitor development progress, reviews and reports project progress, and escalate issues and risks.
•Ensures that detailed system documentation is prepared at all stages of software development, that include, user requirement specification, analysis, database and screen designs, programs and reports developed
•Conducts end-user reviews on a regular basis for feedbacks on the system being developed. Co-ordinates with other peers within Business systems development, for implementation of the system.
•Ensure that development standards are adhered to. Reviews application architecture; processes, database structures and screen designs for consistency and ease of use with users in mind.
•Provide leadership and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to their optimum performance levels and career development.
•Take Lead in training and transfer of product knowledge to application managers, technical and product training team to ensure successful implementation.
•Ensures that development versions are maintained properly and in accordance to company standards.

Skills and Experience:
•Strong analytical and technical skills and thorough understanding of SDLC
•Solid foundation in object-oriented software development
•Extensive practical knowledge of Oracle(Forms and Reports)
•Hands-on experience in Oracle Database, SQL, PL/SQL, ADF
•Degree in Engineering preferred
•Minimum 3 years experience in Systems Analysis and Design role; 2 years experience in a Supervisory role and total experience of 7 years+ in software development.
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Portfolio Analyst


Assess and review the Bank's Retail Lending Policy & Process (Scoring system) via planning and coordinating tasks and activities designed to accomplish business goals through effective resources management to meet existing customers needs, internal requirements of the bank and attract new customers.

· Maintains clear lines of communication with different areas of the bank, operates within the statutory regulations of the Central Bank of Kuwait and manages relationships with relevant internal divisions to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of workflow and business results.

· Recommends amendments to credit policy to increase profitability, improve asset quality as well as ensuring consistency of credit decisions.

· Recommends lending limits in line with Bank's or Banks policies to ensure compliance based on statistical analysis.

· Identifies weakness and gaps in the credit policy and reports them along with the recommendations to the RBD management for review and discussion.

· Develop short-term and long-term baseline goals and objectives for the scoring system by developing key metrics as performance standards and goals. Monitor and communicate metrics, modifying standards.

· Act as the main point of contact with the system vendor for system issues. Including the implementation of approved recommendations into the credit scoring system.

· Stay up to date on local, regional and international treads in credit policy, credit scoring, credit product segmentation, and NPL levels.

· Directly maintain credit policies, lending rules and other requirements within the credit scoring system. Including extracting various reports from the system as well as continuously validating that appropriate cutoff levels are producing credit decisions in line with the Bank's risk appetite and budgeted income targets.

· Directly manages and develops subordinate staff members, who report to the Portfolio Analyst.

Desired Candidate Profile

- Retail Credit Scoring Experience
- Excellent Analytical and Statistical Skills
- Provide Recommendations to: Improve Lending, Improve Process time, Credit Scoring ranges
- Retail Lending Process Experience
- Retail Credit Policy Experience
- Retail Credit Scoring System experience (FICO preferable)
- Report creation and management information generation (i.e. MIS)
- Retail Behavioral Scoring experience
- System programming experience
- XML language

Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
Mrs. Rakhi T. Sachdeva - Recruitment Manager
LandLine:
0096522622757 Ext : 202
Website
http://www.career-hunters.com

Friday, April 12, 2013

Business Analyst with experience in Banking Sector


• Gathering and Analyzing business requirements.
• Requirement Analysis, Test Planning , Test Case Preparation, Test Execution, Defect Reporting, Test Completion Report
• Verify test results in other integrated banking applications (Trade Finance, Loan Systems and Core Banking Solutions )
• Coordinating with the various departments within the bank for the execution of the test case/scenarios.
Desired Candidate Profile

• Should have a minimum 3 years experience in Core Banking.
• Strong knowledge in Retail, Trade Finance and Loan Management Modules is essential.
• Experience in Software Testing in the BFS Domain in the Middle East Regional is an advantage.
• The candidate will be required to join on short notice
• Good analytical and reporting skills.

Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
Srividhya - Manager - HR & Administration
Testhouse, IInd Floor, M-Squared Building, Technopark
Trivandrum
India
695581
LandLine:
+91 471 2700117
Fax:
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Website
http://www.testhouse.net

Legal Researcher


.Identifying and retrieving information necessary to support legal decision-making

· Finding primary sources of law or primary authority in a given jurisdiction (cases, statutes, regulations, etc.)

· Searching secondary authority (law reviews, legal dictionaries, legal treatises, & legal encyclopedias for background information about a legal topic)

· Accessing online legal research information, databases and libraries

· Searching non-legal sources for investigative or supporting information

· Keep up to date with legal news and developments

· Read legal opinions by judges to make sure you up to speed with changes in legislation or case law

· Provide required information to those responsible for the case

· Prepare research schedules so that work runs smoothly & deadlines are clear

· Analyses material to ascertain its trustworthiness

· Write reports, notes & maintain databases of all the research carried out

· Keep timely records, meeting minutes and other important information

· Reporting to the CEO
Desired Candidate Profile

- Law graduate.
- 3-6 years of experience in handling Kuwaiti Law matters.
- Proven ability in legal research and identification of important points.
- An eye for detail and for making connections.
- Clear communication skills in Arabic and English.
- At least two professional references

Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
Mrs. Rakhi T. Sachdeva - Recruitment Manager
LandLine:
0096522622757 Ext: 202
Website
http://www.career-hunters.com

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Assistant Marketing Manager at Neon Advertisers


A leading multinational firm in Middle East is looking for Assistant Marketing Manager for its offices all over the region.

The responsibilities include:
— Conducting consumer promotion business analysis and post-audit and post promotion analysis.
— Generating reports for Field Sales.
— Managing the development of website linked with the assigned brand.
— Using a variety of data sources to analyze relevant business situations and proactively recognize, evaluate, and address key business issues, drivers and growth opportunities.
— Planning and conducting researches for new and existing products,usage knowledge of consumers, competition and customers assessment, creation of business solutions, and providing ideas that support brand strategy.
— Maintains complete awareness of brand variables and is fully prepared to communicate status to management in ad-hoc meetings.
— Responsible for understanding and complying with applicable quality, environmental and safety regulations.

Company Profile
Neon Advertisers is a world-leading company that understands your needs and requirements and finds the best route to fulfill them. Neon Advertisers has been serving the needs of consumers since long ago. Today, Neon Advertisers is a world leader in delivering a wide and diverse range of products and services to consumers and businesses worldwide.

Planning Engineer


Sr . Planning Engineer
Responsibilities
Review asset group’s annual performance card; Prepare company balanced scorecard (BSC)
Formalize performance management system to set targets and periodic updates for reporting to various authorities .
Prepare monthly / quarterly / annual progress report in accordance with company guidelines & directives.
Prepare and update managers and senior managers annual Incentive Plans
Analyze performance of Joint operations; Highlight critical operational area, Key success factors and suggest alternatives
Check and verify data contained in various report such as monthly business outlook , quarterly performance review , project progress report etc. before forwarding to senior management .
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Engineering’s Discipline
Additional degree MBA is Preferable

Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
smita - Resource Executive
Chandivali
Mumbau
India
40000072
LandLine:
91-22-42459811/858

Saturday, April 6, 2013

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT at ASMACS

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT HAVING 0 TO 1 YEAR OF EXPERIENCE. EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND EXCELLENT KNOWLEDGE IN MS EXCEL REQUIRED.

Apply here
http://www.asmacsgroup.net/Contact.aspx

Assistant Manager


Following major responsibilities of Store Managers are to be shared (during store managers’ absence):
Ensuring Customer Satisfaction
Ensuring proper stock levels
Ensuring all events happen as per the Event calendar
Ensuring timely and error free Reports from the stores
Ensuring Stores administration and dealing with Staff issues
Generation and in depth discussion, review and taking corrective actions on the Following Reports:
Top Selling suppliers
Top selling special kit units.
Budgeted vs. actual sales
Daily Sales Report
Walk in and conversions etc.

Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
Sheetika - HR Coordinator
4th Ring Road,Alrai
Kuwait
Kuwait
85154

Friday, April 5, 2013

Principal


1. Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for behavior.

2. Manage, evaluate and supervise effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the school including instructional programs, extracurricular activities, and discipline systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, building maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, and emergency procedures.

3. Ensure compliance with all laws, board policies and civil regulations.

4. Establish the annual master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for students consistent with the school’s philosophy, mission statement and instructional goals.

5. Supervise the instructional programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes (teaching, as duties allow) on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.

6. Establish procedures for evaluation and selection of instructional materials and equipment, approving all recommendations.
Desired Candidate Profile

British National
10 – 15 years of Experince
Masters or Bachelors in Education
Keyword: Principal

Name/ Designation:
Ms. Rakhi T. Sachdeva - Recruitment Manager
LandLine:
0096522622757 Ext:202
Website
http://www.career-hunters.com

LEAD ENGINEER - Procurement (MEP / HVAC)


Dear Candidate,

Please be informed that we are looking for LEAD ENGINEER -Procurement (MEP) for Proposal Department & EPC team based at Kuwait having experience in handling procurement of HVAC, MEP items. Please find below the JD for review and looking for candidates having experience in leading an EPC companies for MEP Projects.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To plan, direct and coordinate the overall functioning of the Engineering services, & to ensure drawings conform to design requirements.

Experience : 15 Years+

Job Location : Kuwait

JOB OBJECTIVES

* To review and implement all procurement policies and procedures.

* To direct and monitor all personnel activities within procurement area including manpower forecasting, staff assignments and performance reviews .

* To oversee the coordination and development of procurement plans and specification between the Project and Engineering.

* To manage procurement teams, programs or functions, develop goals and objectives and ensure that staff has an appropriate understanding on the procurement activities.

* To represent procurement team in meetings with project engineers, suppliers to finalise the technical and commercial aspects of the order.

* To take leadership of and provide direction to procurement team and manage and ensure resolution of problems.



EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

* Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

* Team leadership, Conflict resolution, Communication Skills

* Project Management.. Report writing

* 15 years related work experience as Procurement Engineer handling HVAC, MEP projects, Project Management, Business and Administration.

Deepak Rundwal
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Global Migration - Middle East
Direct : +91 79 30114740
deepak.rundwal@imspeople.com
Keyword: Procurement, Purchase, SCM, Supply Chain, HVAC, MEP, Electromechanical, Electro Mechanical, EPC, Proposal, Procurement Engineer, Mechanical, Vendor, Management

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Brand Building Head


Department Overview
Gain, retain and maximize customers' span through analyzing the retail market, creating new attractive ideas, communicate the brands' unique values and positioning with all customers' classifications through various media channels in addition to create and enhance customer relationship by having strong database, responding about product or campaigns to gain customers satisfaction aligned with retail divisions' objectives and business needs, derive clear strategy for the category on consumer understanding, competitive dynamics and research results.


Position Overview
Work with principals brand buyers and local operations to develop customer-specific marketing plans and activities, own communications deployment and local amplification and managing launch and re-launch plans. Lead local country marketing coordinators ensuring local relevance of marketing activities within an agreed framework of processes. Define, manage and develop the On Time concept value proposition, expression and compliance across all channels. Execute expansion and development of the retail concept into other markets, channels or geographies. Set, develop and implement annual activity plan for On Time


Position Functions
Customer and Channel Marketing:
1. Develop and agree single 'Brand Key positioning' for divisions brands, review strategic work performed and develop advertising platform for the relevant brands including its presence on principals' campaigns.

2. Engage on brand positioning exercises, develop brand USP, Vision and Values, top 5 strategic thrusts and activity program for brands.

3. Resolve brand coherence and logic of brand portfolio, recommend final priority assortment based on thorough Qualitative Consumer research.

4. Set promotions budget and ensure the proper execution.

Communications Strategy and Contents:
1. Create annual requisite communication budget for brand, generate a proper brand activity plan, deliver consumer focused promos and tactical marketing activities.

2. Organize pitch for future creative and media buying agency.

3. Study and make recommendations on store lay-out for brands based on solid Shopper research, shopper journey analysis and priority categories.

4. Initiate proper Annual Digital Marketing plan for brands using expert digital media agency.

5. Prepare Digital Activation Briefing and pitch top 3 regional agencies.

6. Fine-tune and finalize the brand digital and social media strategy.

7. Check translation of advertising into local language and adapt to comply with local regulations.

Launch Management:
1. Develop and implement highly innovative 'Gifting' concept, based on in-store activation and CRM + online trigger points.

2. Help develop and contribute in the implementation of high profile cross-brand 'Loyalty Card' valid across fashion divisions.

Business Development & Brand Leadership:
1. Define and develop innovative concepts and consistency across all stores, channels, geographies.

2. Define integration of new technology in shop formats in-line with the strategy.

3. Continuously develop and follow up on implementation of visual, internal and external signage's and commercial guidelines.

4. Define and implement concept compliance process and tools.

5. Maintain VM and operations guidelines.

6. Develop and maintain operational standards, through establishing best customer service and selling practices, ensure store implementation by customer service analysis, mystery shopper surveys and sales reports.

7. Ensure promotions are implemented according to guidelines and that local/seasonal promotional opportunities are identified and maximized in accordance with marketing and operations manager.

8. Work towards reducing concept costs without compromising the concept expression and value proposition.

Operating Environment-
· 80% office work 20% out of office.
· Operate with multimedia channels such as videos, recordings, printings, photos graphic presentations.
Desired Candidate Profile

1. 5 years in same position or on the same level.
2. Proven skills in planning, analysis and team management.
3. 10-15 years' experience in marketing, event management, budgeting, branding, VM, designing, media & digital marketing with fashion retailers in Kuwait (GCC will be added value).
4. Competencies:
1.Core -
Trust .Service Quality .Teamwork .Communication
2.Functional -
Marketing & Sales .Design .POS Skills
3.Leadership -
Planning & Organizing .Analytical Thinking .Decision Making .Problem Solving .Time Management .Result Orientation
Keyword: 'brand marketing' 'marketing manager' 'brand manager'

Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
Ms. Ruchi Tara - Business Development Manager
LandLine:
22652575 EXT: 201
Website
http://www.career-hunters.com

Primary School Teacher


Exp: 4 - 6 yrs

- teaching all areas of the primary curriculum;

- taking responsibility for the progress of a class of primary-age pupils;

- organizing the classroom and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment;

- planning, preparing and presenting lessons that c
ater for the needs of the whole ability range within their class;

- motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation;

- maintaining discipline;

- preparing and marking work to facilitate positive pupil development;

- meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils' development;

- providing feedback to parents and careers on a pupil's progress at parents' evenings and other meetings;

- coordinating activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum, and supporting colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area;

- working with others to plan and coordinate work;

- keeping up to date with changes and developments in the structure of the curriculum;

- organizing and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening;

- liaising with colleagues and working flexibly, particularly in smaller schools;

- working with parents and school governors or School Boards to maximize their involvement in the school and the development of resources for the school;

- meeting with other professionals such as education welfare officers and educational psychologists, if required.
Desired Candidate Profile

4- 6 years of teaching experience

Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
Ms. Rakhi T. Sachdeva - Recruitment Manager
LandLine:
+96522622757 Ext : 202
Website
http://www.career-hunters.com

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Data Center operator


Hi,

We Crystal Solutions is an IT Recruitment Service into placing right people to right place.

Currently we are having openings for Data Center operators with 2+ years of Experience in Kuwait

Please find the detailed job description as below.
Company : Leading IT Company in Gulf
Location: Kuwait
Designation :Datacenter operator
Experience: 3+ Year
Education: B.S. or equivalent degree preferably in Computer Engineering from a recognized university is a must
Nationality: Any



Skills:

a. Monitoring of all systems through dedicated consoles & reporting of errors,
problems etc to the concerned staff.
b. Follow IT Operations pre-defined procedures & schedule to administer the
target systems.
c. Oversee the operation of computer hardware systems, ensuring that these
machines are used as efficiently and securely as possible.
d. Must maintain logbooks or operating records for each job run and list any
events, such as malfunctions, that occur during their shift's.
e. Must perform and monitor routine tasks, managing the backup systems, cycling
tapes or other media, fillingand maintaining printers, running batch jobs.
f. Operators Should assist System administrators and programmers in testing and
debugging of new systems and programs prior to their becoming production
environments.
g. Must completely adhere to CSK's set of ITSU policy & procedures in daily
operations.
h. Must maintain Data Center access records.
i. Must document all tasks &procedures related to system operations.
j. liaison with Vendors for scheduled Maintenance, upgrades, replacements &
troubleshooting issues related to systems within the Data center.
k. Must effectively interact and communicate independently, have strong analytical skills,
respond to problem situations with others, be able to work and be able to recognize and

EDUCATIONAL / TECHNICAL QULAIFICATIONS
Operators
· Diploma(ComputersI Electronics)
· Knowledge of Windows I UnixIMainframe systems desirable.
· Three(3} or more years of Experiences as Computer Operator.
. Microsoft Office Skills highly desirable.



If you are interested please send us your updated resume in word format to network4@crysol.com immediately.

Please forward this mail to your friends and colleagues who are into the same field.

Send your CV with following details as below:
Current Salary :
Expected Salary:
IT Experience :
Joining Period :
willingness to travel :
Do you possess valid Passport:
Immediate Contact number:
Residence number:

You can also chat with us at crysol.net04@gmail.com for further discussion.


Thanks and regards
Janice Lobo
Team Lead
Crystal Solutions Pvt.. Ltd.
Leading International Recruitment Service Provider
Mumbai,India
Land Line: 0091-22-67179700 (30 Lines)
Email ID:janice@crysol.com

Offices: India Singapore US & UAE
Desired Candidate Profile

Skills:

a. Monitoring of all systems through dedicated consoles & reporting of errors,
problems etc to the concerned staff.
b. Follow IT Operations pre-defined procedures & schedule to administer the
target systems.
c. Oversee the operation of computer hardware systems, ensuring that these
machines are used as efficiently and securely as possible.
d. Must maintain logbooks or operating records for each job run and list any
events, such as malfunctions, that occur during their shift's.
e. Must perform and monitor routine tasks, managing the backup systems, cycling
tapes or other media, fillingand maintaining printers, running batch jobs.
f. Operators Should assist System administrators and programmers in testing and
debugging of new systems and programs prior to their becoming production
environments.
g. Must completely adhere to CSK's set of ITSU policy & procedures in daily
operations.
h. Must maintain Data Center access records.
i. Must document all tasks &procedures related to system operations.
j. liaison with Vendors for scheduled Maintenance, upgrades, replacements &
troubleshooting issues related to systems within the Data center.
k. Must effectively interact and communicate independently, have strong analytical skills,
respond to problem situations with others, be able to work and be able to recognize and

EDUCATIONAL / TECHNICAL QULAIFICATIONS
Operators
· Diploma(ComputersI Electronics)
· Knowledge of Windows I UnixIMainframe systems desirable.
· Three(3} or more years of Experiences as Computer Operator.
. Microsoft Office Skills highly desirable.

Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
Janice Lobo - Team Lead
Website
http://www.crysol.com

Proposals Manager (Fabrication)


MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To assume overall responsibility for managing, co-ordinating and administering of the Company proposal effort on all selected proposals, from the BID/NO BID approval cycle through to submittal of the BID to the Client, incorporating the pre-bid stages of definition, planning, conceptual engineering, procurement, construction and start-up, including operation and maintenance requirements, risk assessment, estimating and interpretation and clarification with others on contractual, commercial and technical terms and conditions and required deliverables in compliance with the RFP. To include all negotiations, jointly with the Tendering Manager.
Desired Candidate Profile

JOB OBJECTIVES

1. To organise staff and lead KN team to ensure proposal targets are achieved and met in conformance with the RFP requirements.
2. To coordinate with Contracts, in reviewing the prime contract documents and data, develop risk profiles and establishes plans, schedule and budgets for proposal obligations and review the technical input.
3. To take the lead in co-ordinating the planning and execution of the work with organisations such as Operation, Engineering, Procurement, Project Controls, Construction, Commissioning and other services to achieve a compliant Proposal.
4. To initiate and direct the planning and development of the Preliminary Project Execution Plan (PPEP), scope definition, project procedures, budgets, and project schedules.
5. To review Proposal Summary and lead the presentation of the Proposal to KN senior management for their review and approval.
6. To ensure that all Client’s contacts, including major correspondence and working relationships between KN and the Client, is maintained throughout the duration of the proposal. Monitors and controls all contractual commitments to ensure that all work is being performed in accordance with the RFP, specifications, drawings and “terms and conditions” of the RFP.
7. To review procurement strategy to ensure compatibility with proposal project plans, schedules, and budget.
8. To conducts periodic proposal and Client’s meetings to review progress and discuss issues. To ensure the project teams resolve problems involving co-ordination, schedule and the setting of priorities.
9. To prepare or direct the preparation of progress and special reports to KN management.
10. To provide, on behalf of KN, for the administration of consultants providing engineering services, construction services, materials, or equipment for the proposal.
11. To oversees the preparation of the Project Summary and “back-up” for KN management.
12. To assist in the training of new proposal/project managers through both formal training courses and on-the-job training.
13. To promote the management concept of Continuous Improvement (CI) among all members of the project team.
14. To promote and practices team building across the project.

Skills

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential:

 A Bachelors Degree in Mehcanical Engineering
 Leadership & Supervision
 Business Management
 Strong negotiations skills
 Strong commercial flair
 Tendering, proposal and contract development
 Codes and Practices
 Planning
 Knowledge of Approval cycle
 Knowledge of construction, engineering and procurement and other project-related activities, including their interfaces and interdependencies. Broad knowledge of industry standards
 Understands and interfaces with BD and assists with presentation to Clients
 Ability to plan, organise, lead, and monitor a wide variety of team efforts to their successful completion
 Understands and practices leadership principles. Ability to be people sensitive, to promote an open and informal communication environment, to develop mutual trust and teamwork, and to facilitate employee self-development
 Solid background and expertise on EPC Projects - specifically on Oil/Gas, Utility and/or Infrastructure type Projects
 Will have been involved with all aspects of Project Management, including assignments in Engineering, Construction and Operations all at Senior Management Levels
 Extensive progressive work experience, including management preferably in project, engineering and construction management
 15 to 20 Years of Work Experience as a multi discipline Engineer/Project Manager with experience in EPC Project Management, Tendering and contracts, Business Admin and Management

ABJ FABRICATION WORK SHOP

Education, Skills and Experience

Essential:

 In depth knowledge of fabrication norms for various shop related fabrication activities like Pressure Vessels, Piping, Skids, Pipe Supports, Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs) and Evaporators.

 Should be familiar with ASME/European and other international Codes and Standards.

Education

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering


Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
Mirza Abbas - Assistant Superintendent (HR)
LandLine:
+965 22259000 - 4038

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Brand Building Head


Department Overview
Gain, retain and maximize customers' span through analyzing the retail market, creating new attractive ideas, communicate the brands' unique values and positioning with all customers' classifications through various media channels in addition to create and enhance customer relationship by having strong database, responding about product or campaigns to gain customers satisfaction aligned with retail divisions' objectives and business needs, derive clear strategy for the category on consumer understanding, competitive dynamics and research results.


Position Overview
Work with principals brand buyers and local operations to develop customer-specific marketing plans and activities, own communications deployment and local amplification and managing launch and re-launch plans. Lead local country marketing coordinators ensuring local relevance of marketing activities within an agreed framework of processes. Define, manage and develop the On Time concept value proposition, expression and compliance across all channels. Execute expansion and development of the retail concept into other markets, channels or geographies. Set, develop and implement annual activity plan for On Time


Position Functions
Customer and Channel Marketing:
1. Develop and agree single 'Brand Key positioning' for divisions brands, review strategic work performed and develop advertising platform for the relevant brands including its presence on principals' campaigns.

2. Engage on brand positioning exercises, develop brand USP, Vision and Values, top 5 strategic thrusts and activity program for brands.

3. Resolve brand coherence and logic of brand portfolio, recommend final priority assortment based on thorough Qualitative Consumer research.

4. Set promotions budget and ensure the proper execution.

Communications Strategy and Contents:
1. Create annual requisite communication budget for brand, generate a proper brand activity plan, deliver consumer focused promos and tactical marketing activities.

2. Organize pitch for future creative and media buying agency.

3. Study and make recommendations on store lay-out for brands based on solid Shopper research, shopper journey analysis and priority categories.

4. Initiate proper Annual Digital Marketing plan for brands using expert digital media agency.

5. Prepare Digital Activation Briefing and pitch top 3 regional agencies.

6. Fine-tune and finalize the brand digital and social media strategy.

7. Check translation of advertising into local language and adapt to comply with local regulations.

Launch Management:
1. Develop and implement highly innovative 'Gifting' concept, based on in-store activation and CRM + online trigger points.

2. Help develop and contribute in the implementation of high profile cross-brand 'Loyalty Card' valid across fashion divisions.

Business Development & Brand Leadership:
1. Define and develop innovative concepts and consistency across all stores, channels, geographies.

2. Define integration of new technology in shop formats in-line with the strategy.

3. Continuously develop and follow up on implementation of visual, internal and external signage's and commercial guidelines.

4. Define and implement concept compliance process and tools.

5. Maintain VM and operations guidelines.

6. Develop and maintain operational standards, through establishing best customer service and selling practices, ensure store implementation by customer service analysis, mystery shopper surveys and sales reports.

7. Ensure promotions are implemented according to guidelines and that local/seasonal promotional opportunities are identified and maximized in accordance with marketing and operations manager.

8. Work towards reducing concept costs without compromising the concept expression and value proposition.

Operating Environment-
· 80% office work 20% out of office.
· Operate with multimedia channels such as videos, recordings, printings, photos graphic presentations.
Desired Candidate Profile

1. 5 years in same position or on the same level.
2. Proven skills in planning, analysis and team management.
3. 10-15 years' experience in marketing, event management, budgeting, branding, VM, designing, media & digital marketing with fashion retailers in Kuwait (GCC will be added value).
4. Competencies:
1.Core -
Trust .Service Quality .Teamwork .Communication
2.Functional -
Marketing & Sales .Design .POS Skills
3.Leadership -
Planning & Organizing .Analytical Thinking .Decision Making .Problem Solving .Time Management .Result Orientation
Keyword: 'brand marketing' 'marketing manager' 'brand manager'

Contact Details
Name/ Designation:
Ms. Ruchi Tara - Business Development Manager
LandLine:
22652575 EXT: 201
Website
http://www.career-hunters.com

Unit Head - Estimation (Roads, Bridges, Buildings & Infrastructure)


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Unit Head - Estimation (Roads, Bridges, Buildings & Infrastructure)

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience in Estimation for Roads & Infrastructure projects.
Preferred Arab national (Bi-lingual); Non-Arab CVs can be accepted.
Priority for Kuwait based candidates
With GCC experience in reputable Construction Companies.
Good Computer Skills (MS Office)
Excellent Supervisory, Leadership & Team Building Skills

Deepak Rundwal
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Global Migration - Middle East
Direct : +91 79 30114740
deepak.rundwal@imspeople.com