Qatar National Bank Group - Qatar

QNB2369 - Senior Events Officer ( Qatari National Only ) Business Unit: QNB - Qatar Division: Communications Department: Marketing & Communications Country: Qatar Closing Date: 24-Aug-2022 About QNB Established in 1964 as the country’s first Qatari-owned commercial bank, QNB Group has steadily grown to become the largest bank in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. QNB Group’s presence through its subsidiaries and associate companies extends to more than 31 countries across three continents providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of employees is more than 28,000 serving up to 20 million customers operating through 1,000 locations, with an ATM network of 4,300 machines. QNB has maintained its position as one of the highest rated regional banks from leading credit rating agencies including Standard & Poor’s (A), Moody’s (Aa3) and Fitch (A+). The Bank has also been the recipient of many awards from leading international specialised financial publications. Based on the Group’s consistent strong financial performance and its expanding international presence, QNB currently ranks as the most valuable bank brand in the Middle East and Africa, according to Brand Finance Magazine. QNB Group has an active community support program and sponsors various social, educational and sporting events. Role Summary: You will be responsible for conducting all event activities including the planning, organizing and controlling of Group events designed to improve the Group’s image and to create a key avenue to communicate core messages to various Group stakeholders. Role : Set, manage and control events related budgets to facilitate the delivery and execution of the communications strategy. Assist in supervising the creation of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for performance monitoring and quality measurement purposes and assist in monitoring their achievement on a periodic basis. Build and maintain relationships with event organizing agencies, caterers, contractors, audio visual concessionaires, etc. Work closely with internal and external event planning committee and client groups to define event goals , objectives and specific implementation plans that promote the organization brand Supervise venue reservations for QNB functions & direct in arranging receptions, luncheons, dinners and other special events hosted or organized by the Bank. Coordinate with relevant Group management to gather information and requirements in order to obtain accurate event specifications and to effectively plan the event process. Manage the operational and administrative functions to ensure specific projects are delivered efficiently. Maintain an up-to-date schedule of PR events, releases, sponsorships of upcoming events and conferences that QNB may be interested in. Collaborate with Retail & Corporate banking to provide suitable staff to manage any of QNB’s stands in different events and maintain updated lists of function venues and potential invitees for use in arranging events sponsored or hosted by the Bank. Communicating, maintaining and developing client / supplier relationships Represent and deliver service excellence that is keeping with the organization brand. Conduct Pre event analysis and onsite inspection and communication with delegates. Supervise facilities opening and closing before and after events and supervise the setup of chairs, tables, stages, decorations or other equipment. Ensure setup is in accordance with lease requirements and with safety standards and fire and health codes. Establish staff schedule, task assignment, and equipments allocation. Approve the design and room set-up diagrams as required; ensure that client needs with catering and audio-visual concessionaires, security and other requested services are met. Work with concerned Group Communication staff to develop brand, marketing tools and media coverage for event as required. Conduct post event analysis, budget recaps and participants feedback and incorporate learning into future plans. Identify areas for professional development of self and all direct reports, and act to enhance professional development of self and others. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferably in Communications and Public Relations. Minimum of 4 years experience in a major bank of which at least 2 years in a similar function. In addition you will have the following skills/knowledge: Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of media and industry analyst contacts. Strong coordination skills and the ability to work with various internal and external parties to ensure effective coordination of events. A high degree of initiative and the ability to work with a minimum of supervision. Detail-oriented and able to forecast what will be needed for each event; essentially a good planner. Well organized and accurate. Excellent negotiation skills and proven ability of problem solving. Demonstrate organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise workloads Resilient, with the ability to work to deadlines and maintain high levels of professionalism under pressure. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic (preferred). Note: you will be required to attach the following: 1. Resume / CV Apply for this Vacancy Back to search page

qnb.sniperhire.net - 29 days ago - 4 years of experience

Qatar National Bank Group - Qatar

QNB2370 - Safety Officer ( Qatari National Only ) Business Unit: QNB - Qatar Division: General Services Department: General Services Country: Qatar Closing Date: 10-Aug-2022 About QNB Established in 1964 as the country’s first Qatari-owned commercial bank, QNB Group has steadily grown to become the largest bank in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. QNB Group’s presence through its subsidiaries and associate companies extends to more than 31 countries across three continents providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of employees is more than 28,000 serving up to 20 million customers operating through 1,000 locations, with an ATM network of 4,300 machines. QNB has maintained its position as one of the highest rated regional banks from leading credit rating agencies including Standard & Poor’s (A), Moody’s (Aa3) and Fitch (A+). The Bank has also been the recipient of many awards from leading international specialised financial publications. Based on the Group’s consistent strong financial performance and its expanding international presence, QNB currently ranks as the most valuable bank brand in the Middle East and Africa, according to Brand Finance Magazine. QNB Group has an active community support program and sponsors various social, educational and sporting events. Role Summary:: The incumbent will be responsible for assisting Safety team for implementing departmental safety program; makes inspections and conducts safety training; and performs related duties as required. job role: Manage the provision of safety services to all QNB departments, as and when required. Co-ordinate and manage the relationship with external safety companies Supervise routine, scheduled and emergency safety of all equipments & electrical/ mechanical systems which are necessary for efficient QNB operations. Prepare the safety program for each year (routine) for all electrical and mechanical equipments in all the Group premises. Coordinate with the Purchasing Department and the Stores Unit for the purchase and requisition of any safety equipments, safety guidelines flyers, as required. Receive higher approval of works where required and co-ordinate with the Purchasing Department to obtain quotes. Verify & ensure the record of all safety equipments delivered to Branches and monitor the maintenance cost accordingly. Conduct visit to bank premises & ensure compliance with all QNB security policies and procedures. Scrutinize all invoices for routine safety works, equipment & other maintenance works and forward them to concerned parties. Ensure that all safety requirements are maintained. Conduct regular visits to QNB premises to verify QA Security checklist, Civil defense regulations etc. Co-ordinate and monitor maintenance performed where external service providers are used. Maintain a good understanding of maintaining various equipment Develop good planning and co-ordination safety abilities. Ability to co-ordinate various complex projects at different locations simultaneously. Identify any areas for professional development of self and all direct reports, and act to enhance professional development of self and others. Qualifications: Minimum High School Diploma with Training certificates on Safety field. Minimum of 3 years Safety experience, Note: you will be required to attach the following: 1. Resume / CV Apply for this Vacancy Back to search page

qnb.sniperhire.net - 29 days ago - 3 years of experience

Qatar National Bank Group - Qatar

QNB1169 - Register your CV About QNB Established in 1964 as the country’s first Qatari-owned commercial bank, QNB Group has steadily grown to become the largest bank in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. QNB Group’s presence through its subsidiaries and associate companies extends to more than 31 countries across three continents providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of employees is more than 28,000 serving up to 20 million customers operating through 1,000 locations, with an ATM network of 4,300 machines. QNB has maintained its position as one of the highest rated regional banks from leading credit rating agencies including Standard & Poor’s (A), Moody’s (Aa3) and Fitch (A+). The Bank has also been the recipient of many awards from leading international specialised financial publications. Based on the Group’s consistent strong financial performance and its expanding international presence, QNB currently ranks as the most valuable bank brand in the Middle East and Africa, according to Brand Finance Magazine. QNB Group has an active community support program and sponsors various social, educational and sporting events. Working with us: At QNB we value talented individuals who have the skills, knowledge and behaviors to have a successful career in Banking. Working for QNB provides a wealth of learning and development opportunities in a truly global multicultural working environment. We recognize that candidates who want to work for QNB may not currently see a relevant vacancy that meets their needs. Therefore, we encourage you to register with us so we can review your CV. Future talent is important to QNB as we look to grow and develop further. Registering your CV with QNB: To register your CV with QNB, please complete the simple registration process. Please note by submitting your CV here, our Recruitment Team may contact you if your skills are suitable for upcoming roles. By submitting your CV or job application, you acknowledge that any personal or other information you supply to us may be used by QNB to assess, evaluate and check your suitability. You acknowledge that submitting your CV does not mean that you will be contacted for an interview or that you will be made an offer of employment. If you have not heard from our Recruitment Team within 15 working days, your CV does not meet the minimum requirements for QNB. However we will retain your CV on our candidate database for a period of 6 months for any future opportunity that matches your profile. QNB Requirements: Relevant work experience within the Banking sector would be advantageous Fluency in Arabic and English is essential Proficient computer skills Strong interpersonal skills Note: you will be required to attach the following: 1. Resume / CV Apply for this Vacancy Back to search page

qnb.sniperhire.net - 11 days ago

Islamic Development Bank - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Note: The following internship term will be online. Interns will not be required to report to the office. IsDB has a variety of opportunities that will provide you with a unique experience and challenge working in the development banking. An internship with IsDB is an excellent way to gain practical work experience, learn about your prospective career, and network with professionals from all over the world. Most importantly the IsDB internship gives you the opportunity to help others achieve acceptable standards of living and social conditions. The purpose of the IsDB Internship is to provide students from colleges, universities and similar academic institutions with the opportunity to engage in an active learning environment and obtain practical experience to complement their academic learning. For Internship, the applicant should: Be a full-time Bachelors or Masters student from an accredited university/college. A Minimum grade average: B+ according to the American academic system or 3 out of 4 GPA. Good according to the Arabic education system. Lower Second Class Honours according to the British system. Assez Bien according to the French system. Have an official request from the university/college specifying the need for internship and endorsed by the university registrar/ graduate council. Have good command of the English language (written and verbal). Have no previous internship at IsDB and its affiliates. For Co-Op, the applicant should: Be a full-time a Bachelors or Masters student from an accredited university/college. A Minimum grade average: B+ according to the American academic system or 3 out of 4 grades. Good according to the Arabic education system. Lower Second Class Honours according to the British system. Assez Bien according to the French system. Have an official request from the University specifying the need for the Co-Op. Have good command of the English language (written and verbal). Be able to conduct a 10-15 minute presentation about their experience at IsDB and what they have learned. Have no previous Co-Op experience at IsDB and its affiliates. The Program accepts both local and international applicants. Local Applicants: They are the applicants who hold national id or residence permit of the host country. International Applicants: They are the applicants who are pursuing their studies outside the host country and hold a residence permit or do not require a visa to the host country. Travel/Transportation, housing, medical and accommodation not provided. Internship: A learning opportunity provided to full-time Bachelor and post-grad students with a maximum of 3 (three) months.

isdb.jobs - 17 days ago - Full time

Islamic Development Bank - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is the strategic talent pipeline for the professional career in the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) Group. The Program is designed for outstanding young graduates who can significantly help the IDB Group to carry out its mission and attain its objectives. This Program enables each Young Professional (YP) to receive extensive exposure and experience of the IDB Group’s various activities through job rotations in different departments. Participants will initially spend two weeks Orientation stage in HRMD. Then, 27 months in Foundation stage which will be split into three rotations of 9 months each in IDB Group departments. Participants will also benefit from a coaching/mentoring arrangement and a wide range of relevant training and developmental opportunities. Upon successful program completion, the participant will gradually climb up the professional grades in the IDB Group. Prospective candidates for the YPP must fulfill the following minimum requirements: Holds a Bachelor degree in development, education, economics, finance, accounting, business administration, engineering, information technology and law or any other specializations relevant to the work of the Bank from highly reputed Universities or international centers of excellence. Outstanding academic record. The indicators of high grades shall be based on education system of each country or region. The following grades from different education systems shall form a baseline for candidate’s eligibility for the YP program: GPA 3.5 on the scale of 4 or equivalent for any other system ‘A’ Grade according to regional systems following ABC grading ‘Excellent’ (ممتاز) in Arab, Russian or any other region’s system following such grading system Bien in French and Francophone systems. 2nd Class Upper Honors in British system Shall be a citizen of an IDB member country; applicants from Muslim communities of non-member countries may be admitted Age not more than 32 years at the time of interviews. May be allowed to attend interviews if they are under the age requirement at the date of application. No working experience is required. However, experience shall be considered favourably Applicants in the following categories shall be considered as Priority candidates subject to their meeting entry requirements: a) Professionals with experience in a field directly related to the IDB Group's activities particularly experience working in global organizations b) Under-represented nationalities from IDB member countries c) Master's degree or its equivalent or Ph.D d) Good command of Arabic or either English or French provided he/she is able to work in English. Progression Activities Foundation Stage Two weeks Orientation at HRMD Three department rotations of 9 months duration each The objective of this stage is to develop/strengthen the foundation of YPs with required competencies, knowledge and skills needed in the IDB Group, so that they could succeed professionally Integration Stage YPs shall be confirmed in one of the departments subject to meeting requirements Assigned a 3 to 6 months graduation project YPs are expected to be in this stage between 1 year to 2 years before considered for graduation The integrated YPs shall be exposed to LeadDP (Leadership Development Program) YPs to be fully integrated with the IDB’s operations and culture Graduation HRMD shall ensure that the YP is ready for the professional role Direct placement on the grade of the position for which he/she was selected Successful YPs awarded Certificate of Graduation Your application SHALL NOT be considered if any of the requirements below are not adhered to. Please make sure that you answer all questions completely. Note that you must answer all questions marked by *, as they are required fields. Your application will not be accepted in case these fields are not completed. Provide the most current contact information which is valid for a period of one year. In case your contact information changes during the selection process, please email us the updated data. Ensure that you have correctly spelled your e-mail address, since this will be our main method of communication with you concerning your candidacy. Remember to enter your complete phone number (country code + city code + number). After you answer all questions, you MUST attach your detailed curriculum vitae (CV) or resume in English to be considered. Required attachments: Transcripts for Bachelor Degree with GPA scores clearly displayed Transcripts for Masters & PhD, with GPA scores where applicable Recent passport-sized photograph Basic Salary : Internationally competitive tax free salary based on education and experience of the YPs. COLA : Cost of living allowance as per the management’s decision. Transportation Allowance : Lump sum monthly payment besides basic salary. Spouse Allowance : 5% of basic salary if the spouse is not working. Housing Allowance : To a certain maximum limit. Children Education Allowance : 75% of the actual costs of education to a prescribed limit. Air Tickets : Granted for home leave Dependency Allowance : A maximum of 5 dependents. Medical Coverage : Medical treatment for staff members and their dependents Leave : 24 working days leave for new staff members during one year in addition to 10 days casual leave to attend emergencies. YPs are only allowed to consume a maximum of 10 days annual leave once in each rotation. Staff Retirement Plan : Co-contribution. Group Personnel Accident Insuranc e Medical Treatment Fund for Retirees : The IDB offers staff members the opportunity to participate in a medical treatment fund for retirement on a cost sharing basis. Relocation Travel Installation Allowance Relocation Shipment Car Financing Note: The above benefits are subject to the prevailing rules & regulations of the Bank.

isdb.jobs - 16 days ago

Islamic Development Bank - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Ensure soundness and integrity of IDB’s financial statements by formulating and implementing effective accounting and audit policies in line with various international accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Oversee the preparation of financial statements of the bank and trust funds. Account Management • Oversee implementation of operational procedures to meet accounting, reporting and disclosure requirements of international accounting standards and AAOIFI. • Facilitate periodic internal and external (Financial/COSO) audits of OCR. • Review financial statements related to special funds. • Manage the Chart of Accounts of the funds under management of FCD. • Take charge of project assets reconciliation and project revenue accruals. • Manage sukuk issuance process from the accounting side as well as working with external auditors on comfort letters and related documentation • Manage monthly/quarterly and yearly closing of books of accounts and prepare financial statements of IDB-OCR. • Provide support to the Middle Office in analyzing the impact of currency management on Fx gains/losses. Financial Analysis • Provide first line support in analyzing income statement and balance sheet variances periodically • Technically lead research and analysis on relevant areas such as IFRS/AAOIFI accounting standards. Policies & Procedures • Develop statutory audit and accounting policies of IDB and make necessary recommendations to ensure compliance with latest AAOIFI and IFSB standards. • Periodically review the internal control mechanism and corporate governance guidelines of IDB and recommend necessary improvements to ensure assets are safeguarded and liabilities properly managed. • Manage ICFR COSO Compliance and Accounting Policy update projects • Provide technical guidance on interpretation of policies and procedures, relevant AAOIFI and IFRS pronouncements and legislative regulations applicable for the division. • Interpret complex disclosure requirements as per latest standards to ensure conformance with necessary audit requirements while preparing financial statements. • Technically lead the integration of division’s policies and procedures with SAP and Misys systems. • Prepare cut-off financial statements and facilitate release of the Comfort letter in connection with the Sukuk Issuance. Liaise with the external auditors. • Facilitate release of CFO certificate to the Lawyers/JLMs in connection with the Sukuk Issuance. • Act as a Super User for new SAP/MiSys or other related systems implementation and provide first line of support to other members of the division. Reporting & Communication • Oversee the inclusion of relevant information in the annual report based on the financial analysis performed by division staff members. • Oversee the preparation of periodic and ad-hoc reports as requested by management. Academic and Professional Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related field is required, master's degree is preferred. • Certification in CA, CMA, ACCA or CPA. • Certification in Islamic Finance/Accounting is preferred. • Minimum 10 years' experience in finance and accounting. • Minimum 3 years of Managerial experience. • Advanced SAP experience. • Ability to adapt to changing business circumstances to maintain effective performance of complex. • Ability to draw actionable steps from IDB overall strategy. • High degree of confidentiality and protection of sensitive information. • Ability to maintain a rational and objective demeanor when faced with stressful or emotional situations. • Ability to carry out performance evaluations at sub-complex and direct report level. • Plans and prioritizes work tasks appropriately. • Influence others using rational arguments. Identify basis for compromise and reaches agreement. • Ability to identify risks and implement necessary mitigation measures. • Consistently works to a high standard and looks for ways to improve current working practices and processes for the benefit of customers and the company. English ( Mandatory ) Arabic ( Preferred ) French ( Preferred )

isdb.jobs - 16 days ago - 10 years of experience

Islamic Development Bank - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Finance Department Technically Reporting to Lead Investment Specialist & ALM and Administratively Reporting to Senior Manager, Finance - Identifying, evaluating, obtaining approvals and executing investments related to ICIEC liquidity management. - Applying policies & guidelines designed to minimize risk and optimize returns for ICIEC’s liquidity investments. - Supporting liquidity management including funding and investment activities, financial analysis, bank relationship management, foreign exchange operations, etc. for the treasury investment function of the Corporation. - Day-to-day operational cash and investment management, portfolio monitoring and reporting. Core Responsibilities Cash management, cash flow forecasting and investment of excess funds. Due diligence for treasury investments (Sukuk, trade finance syndications, real estate, equities, etc.) Analyses of foreign exchange risk and hedge strategies. Financial risk management relating to treasury operations. Placing transaction orders & Execution (using treasury operations system). Assists with written and dashboard reporting for the board and Management. Investment Management Identifies new investment opportunities. Undertakes detailed due diligence on potential investment opportunities using financial modelling, investment financial risks analysis, expected returns, mitigants, etc. while ensuring adherence to investment policy and risk guidelines. Follows-up with Dealing room/Finance for execution, settlement and reconciliation of outgoing and incoming payments relating to investment accounts. Ensuring complete documentation for investment such as deposits with banks, sukuk issues, money markets for Islamic transactions/instruments, short term paper securities etc. to generate the most profitable returns for ICIEC. Cash Management Implements efficient cash monitoring, management and reporting. Prepares monthly cash flow forecast with recommendations. Coordinates with Finance division for treasury-related accounts reconciliation, including administrative bank account management. Monitors compliance with the Liquidity Policy, Investment strategy and Guidelines and proposes rebalancing transactions. Minimizes lost investment income due to operational errors, investment transaction delays, early termination of investment positions, etc. Share Capital Coordinates with Finance division regarding maintaining updated positions related to Share Capital subscriptions and prepares related reports as requested by member countries. Coordination & Communication Engages actively and cultivates relationships with industry players including analysts, banks, fund managers, etc. Coordinates with IsDB Treasury Department & Middle Office regarding updates to investment instruments, limits, ratings, reporting, etc. Coordinates with ICIEC business departments to better understand and continuously update cash requirements planning through system reports or manual data inputs. Understands credit rating agencies methodologies, liquidity and investment risk perceptions, and support preparation of all rating agencies documentation and annual review requirements. Facilitates and coordinate all Investment Committee investment proposal ‘approvals by circulation’ and feedback from RMD & GLC on Treasury investment proposals. Coordinates with the Senior Dealer and manages all administrative processes for fund management and counterparty relations. Operational excellence support Coordinates with ICIEC business departments regarding cash flow requirements and cash planning and proposes enhancements to streamline and enhance efficiency of the communication and reporting processes. Ensures effective implementation and adherence to policies, procedures and guidelines. Keeps abreast of latest developments, regulations and best practices in treasury and investment management. Implements process improvements to increase efficiency, effectiveness and compliance of investment operations. Provides necessary input for preparation of Treasury budgets, strategy and business plans, and monitor actual investment income and expenditure against the approved budget. JOB REQUIREMENTS Field of Study Degree in business/economics, finance, accounting, or any other related field Master’s in finance/Investments (preferred). Academic Qualifications and Relevant Experience Qualification Level High School Diploma Bachelor’s Degree Master’s Degree Doctorate Experience N/A 5-8 years 2 years N/A Nature of Experience Similar work experience in Investment houses or other financial institutions. Professional Certifications CFA (preferred) Business Language Skills Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic. Knowledge of French is an added advantage. Key Performance Indicators Compliance with the Liquidity Policy, Investment Strategy & Guidelines Quality of due diligence proposals and effectiveness of cash management recommendations Accuracy of cash flow planning and forecasting and minimizing idle cash. Quality and timeliness of delivery of assigned tasks

isdb.jobs - 8 days ago - 5-8 years of experience

Islamic Development Bank - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

This role is responsible for organizing and coordinating the General Manager's activities to facilitate efficient and smooth functioning on a day-to-day basis. This will involve providing the administrative and secretarial support required and serving as the custodian for all documentation being handled in the department/office. Develop the Weekly Appointments Chart to capture the General Manager's key commitments and schedule for the upcoming week and circulate with the ITFC Staff. Update the Weekly Meetings Chart daily to reflect modifications/cancellations, as needed. Coordinate and follow up on all matters of importance resulting from and addressed to the director, with relevant parties internally, to solicit the required information on time. Maintain a database of all relevant stakeholders and their contact details to coordinate the director's correspondences and appointments. Make arrangements for the director's work-related travels, overseeing travel bookings and hotel reservations as well as the Per Diem requirements before undertaking work-related travel. Maintain the director's Leave Plans by updating the calendar accordingly. Assist the General Manager in settling expense claims during the ITFC business mission. Manage all correspondences related to the mission in a timely and efficient manner. Provide administrative support for the department/office visitors by ensuring that the right stakeholders and administrators are notified on time. Liaise with stakeholders in the IDB offices to coordinate appointments and solicit information when required. Bachelors / Graduate Degree Prior experience in corporate and Islamic banking set up Prior experience in a secretarial role is preferred English is compulsory Arabic/French is preferable Minimum 3 years of experience

isdb.jobs - 23 days ago - 3 years of experience

Islamic Development Bank - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

The role holder is responsible for leading strategic and tactical planning, development, evaluation and coordination of financial operations for ICIEC. The role holder is responsible for ensuring that Corporate strategy and objectives are cascaded into the performance plans of all departments and functions in ICIEC, guiding business decisions through financial planning, accurate and complete accounting in compliance with regulatory provisions, timely reporting and interpretation of financial information and establishing sound internal control procedures. Also, the role holder is responsible for the development and implementation of the Treasury and Investment strategies as well as assessing, monitoring, planning and managing the efficient utilization of cash in a manner consistent with the objectives of the Corporation. Strategic Responsibilities Contributes to the development of ICIEC’s strategy and contributes to the overall process of management and corporate decision making along with other members of the Management Team. Directs and manages the Department mandates, providing leadership and facilitating work processes in order to achieve high performance standards. Leads and monitors change in the Department providing guidance and support, necessary for continuous improvement. Ensures compliance with organizational policies, procedures and quality standards in the Department. Business Planning & Budgeting Advises the CEO in developing the overall Business Plan and Investment Strategy in consultation with Heads of Departments and ensure that these are in line with Corporate strategic plans and operating objectives. Leads the development and execution of the Corporate strategies and business plans of the ICIEC and ensure that they are reflected in the ICIEC Financial Model. Directs, controls and monitors the financial & accounting strategy and planning for ICIEC, conferring with the CEO and other Heads of Departments and formulate and implement short and long-term goals, policies and procedures for effective operations. Oversees the development of budgets, short and long-term financial forecasts and related operating budgets for ICIEC and Departments. Sets up Corporate performance evaluation parameters and periodic reporting on performance against Corporate KPI’s. Monitors the actual performance of the departments against the budgets and ensures preparation of periodic MIS reports on the same for Senior Management to review. Studies, analyzes and reports on trends and supports the business on opportunities for expansion by way of preparing financial projections and scenarios. Financial Planning Provides active support in developing and implementing organizational strategies by contributing financial and accounting information, analysis, recommendations and provides financial advice on business strategies. Leads the budget planning activity for ICIEC and sets the framework for annual business planning and budgeting, timelines, frequency etc. based on inputs derived from identification of demand, revenue and cost drivers and ensures alignment with the strategic plan. Reviews overall budgets, mid-year and annual forecasts and cost accounting processes for ICIEC based on inputs derived from past performance and the strategic direction of the organization and ensures disbursement of budget is in adherence to established financial plan. Financial Control Establishes framework and processes for efficient and effective management of Corporation’s finances through all necessary financial controls, systems and processes and ensures accuracy and integrity of the Corporation’s financial records. Directs the preparation and analysis of all financial reports, including income statements, balance sheet and cash flow statements in accordance with financial accounting standards for Islamic Financial Institutions and International Accounting Standards. Establishes and ensures a robust control and governance environment in line with regulatory requirements and consistent with ICIEC’s internal policies and ensures statutory compliances of all systems, processes and accounting practices. Monitors cost distribution and exercises necessary budgetary controls on all costs incurred through internal and external business operations, ensuring that they comply with the drawn budgets. Creates an effective control mechanism to ensure that the disbursal process is carried in accordance with the approved terms and conditions. Oversees implementation of Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) and quality standards to establish problem resolution expectations and timeframes. Supervises the delivery of requested information to auditors and managers relationship with the auditors. Treasury and Investment Creates a framework for cash management and investment management for ICIEC and directs the corporation’s cash flow management and ensures company cash flow is adequate to allow it to operate effectively. Directs the Corporation's fund management and ensures that the corporation’s funds are utilized optimally and the bank outstanding is within the limits assigned. Provides consultation to Senior Management on upper tier financial issues such as ideal capital structure, cash management practice, capital funding and investment strategy etc. Recommends critical decisions about management of funds for ICIEC based on targets and budgets ensuring maintenance of required liquidity and monitoring the asset and liability position in line with the risk management and investment guidelines. Directs and guides all investment activities in avenues such as deposits, bonds, structured investments, funds, etc. to ensure efficient management of ICIEC’s funds in compliance with the Investment Policy & Plan, the Corporate Governance and the Corporate’s strategic objectives. Liaise with investment institutions, investment brokers, banks and financial institutions for investment purposes to achieve the stated goals and objectives in an efficient manner. Field of Study Finance and Investment Academic Qualifications and Relevant Experience Qualification Level High School Diploma Bachelor’s Degree Master’s Degree Doctorate Experience 17-20 years 15 years 12 years Prior experience in leading Finance, Treasury with deep technical experience in financial, investment and accounting operations from Financial Institutions with minimum of 7 years, preferably from the industry of the Insurance of investment, Export credit and trade finance. Relevant certifications such as CPA / CA / CFA / CTB are mandatory

isdb.jobs - 20 days ago - 15-20 years of experience

Islamic Development Bank - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

The role delivers technical support services for ITFC users, supporting the technology infrastructure setup of regional offices and disaster recovery activities. He evaluates appropriate technologies, infrastructure equipment, and ensures continuous connectivity between the Headquarters and regional offices for both systems and networks. He supervises and actively participate in the delivery of customer support and help desk services, while ensuring that the computer networks/systems of ITFC run smoothly and problems are properly diagnosed and resolved in a timely fashion. He evaluates technical bids and purchases, and actively coordinates with vendors for the procurement of software and hardware equipment and manages service contracts. Supervise technical support and help desk activities relating to ICT infrastructure, computers, system software and hardware; streamlines the receipt and logging of service requests in the automated request management system; distributes work assignments and monitor progress. Interact with end users to analyse and determine the nature of problems, conducting root cause analysis for resolving reported issues in a timely fashion. Supervise the deployment, configuration and maintenance of ICT infrastructure and systems. Coordinate issues appropriately (internal/external) and research alternative solutions where appropriate, maintaining liaison with the Bank’s IT Department on various technical issues. Conduct end-user training for various technologies and tools. Brief management on the status of current incidents and resolution efforts. Survey the technical requirement and supervise the setup of regional offices in terms of technical infrastructure, connectivity, and various technology solutions, such as video conferencing. Participating in cross-functional teams and activities in order to assist with ICT related projects. Assist in UAT activities for deploying new systems and applications, and support the roll-out activities. Survey and evaluate new technologies, providing advice on new acquisitions. Provides full range of technical assistance and administration activities for operating systems, servers, active directory, SharePoint, email system, collaboration and content management, etc. Implements and maintains security controls; verifies the effectiveness of security controls in place; maintains accurate access control lists including rights and privileges. Participates in the security incident response activities; assists in the planning, implementing, and maintaining security controls. Acts as the focal point for the Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity implementation project Maintain the IT asset life cycle management, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, support, and retirement & disposal of assets. Prepare the specification of new equipment, and supervise the overall procurement cycle. Prepare maintenance contracts, and ensure that all IT equipment are covered and have valid warranties. Maintain stocks of equipment, consumables and other supplies. Maintain records of software licences, and ensure they are promptly renewed Prepare and maintain the annual budget for required hardware, software and maintenance contracts. Prepare RFPs and manage vendor interactions including bidding process and contracting Prepare and process payments to vendors, contractors and suppliers. Attend daily/weekly meetings as requested or required. Prepare and present regular progress reports on activities. Maintain a thorough understanding of IT Services' organization and service offerings in order to identify how best to address end user technology needs and incidents. Review IT publications and online materials to remain up-to-date with current and future technologies emerging in the industry. A university degree in IT / Computer Science related discipline. Programming Skills – Intermediate Project Management Skills - Basic Business Relationship Management - Intermediate Problem Solving and Incident Management - Advanced Knowledge of Information Security - Intermediate Hardware Knowledge - Advanced Management of Vendors / Alliances - Intermediate System Design & Development - Intermediate Knowledge of ERP packages - Intermediate Knowledge of Database Management and Networking – Intermediate Troubleshooting Windows Clients, Microsoft Office & 365 (Cloud) / Windows Server Administration / SSL Certification / Symantec Endpoint Protection / Administering Networking Equipment / VPN / VDI / Microsoft Active Directory / Virtualization Technologies / TCP/IP Network Protocol / Communication Systems, such as Skype for Business, Zoom, WebEx, etc. / Basic SharePoint administration & content management / Administration & Troubleshooting of Printers, Copiers and Scanners / Administration of File Storage / Service Desk ticketing and support / Acronis Administration. English is compulsory Arabic is preferable 4-6 years of experience in the field of IT technical support/help desk operations.

isdb.jobs - 16 days ago - 4-6 years of experience