Head of Business Excellence - -Dubai
Dubai -ContractHead of Business Excellence, 12 Month Contract, Dubai -, Urgent Requirement, Start No Later than 18.9.19 Your new company A multi-national, multi industry Group of companies require a Head of Business Excellence to be based in Dubai -, United Arab Emirates for a 12 month contract to permanent opportunity. Your new role To lead the design and realization phases of a number of Business Process Reengineering Transformation Programs to deliver significant, measurable and sustainable business improvement results. Leverage Lean Six Sigma and Lean Re-design best practice to drive targeted continuous improvement across IT as a key element of a Business Excellence Program Manage all communication activities to showcase Enterprise IT initiatives and successes with the wider organization The Head of Business Process Reengineering will be: Passionate about leading change and driving results through process improvements, especially through the utilization of Lean Six Sigma methodology and techniques. Actively contributing as part of a highly engaged team own and implement initiatives that improve operational processes all the way through sustained benefits realization to increase quality and value. A self-starter with an engaging leadership style, solid influencing and facilitation skills who will quickly develop relationships across the organization while contributing to a fun and collaborative work environment. What you'll need to succeed Bachelor degree in Engineering, Business or Science.PMP and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification (or equivalents).Masters an asset.8+ years hands-on experience in IT Leadership, Project Management, and Business Analysis5+ years of experience leading Lean Six Sigma BB projects and / or transformational projects / programsExperience in Operational/Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Communication and Change LeadershipStrategic and creative thinker who is exceptionally adept with quantitative analysisProven leadership, influencing and facilitation skills and business acumenResults-driven achiever who is able to grasp and communicate complex ideas clearlyEnergetic self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environmentExcellent oral and written communication and presentation skillsComfortable working with all levels of management across the organizationExperience working within and leading cross-functional teamsBroad strategic thinker, with clear vision and direction of change managementStrong customer focus and commitment to service excellenceExude a winning attitude, commitment to team goals and to winning through collaboration What you'll get in return In return you will recieve a competitive salary, medical insurance, visa and the opportunity to work on a contractual basis eventually being transferred onto the direct company payroll as a permanent member of staff. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #1017346
Live in Female Housekeeping Supervisor for VIP Villa - -Dubai
Dubai -The Role We are currently seeking for passionate and dynamic guest focused female Housekeeping professional who pride her selves on her ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to a private VIP Family. As a Housekeeping Supervisor you are responsible to provide professional and customer focused service to our guests, ensuring their stay will become a memorable experience and your role will include key responsibilities such as: •Assign tasks to the Housekeeping Supervisor and Room Attendants and show presence on the ‘floors’ •Check the maintenance of the equipment used by the employees and ensure that it is cleaned and stored correctly •Ensure the correct and economical use of cleaning agents and their safe storage and that the all day to day maintenance is reported promptly and followed up •Ensure that all vacuuming, polishing, carpet care, general cleaning is done in a professional manner and according to established schedules •Responsible for implementing training of all team members and ensure they understand the purpose of their role and standards required •Thorough knowledge of all the products and services provided by Housekeeping Requirements Skills Education, Qualifications & Experiences You should ideally have a degree in hospitality with previous experiences in the Housekeeping Department within a hotel. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, along with strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities are essentials. Knowledge & Competencies The ideal candidate will be a friendly, caring individual with good cross cultures sensitivity and a concern for quality and an eye for details. You demonstrate initiatives at all times and lead and support your subordinates by example and with a hands on approach. You will work well under pressure in a fast paced environment and enjoy working with a multi-cultural team and guests alike, while possessing following additional competencies: Understanding Hotel Operations Effective Communication Planning for Business Supervising People Understanding Differences Supervising Operations Teamwork Adaptability About the company IFFCO is a United Arab Emirates based business house, which manufactures and markets a well integrated range of mass-market consumer products. Our business segments are: Oils and Fats, Frozen foods, Commodities, Food and Beverage, Plastic & corrugated Packaging & Industrial Products, Logistics, Insurance, Advertising & Real Estate. IFFCO also manufactures related derivatives and intermediates associated with these business segments. Since its inception in 1975, IFFCO's history has been one of consistent and successful growth. This period has seen our transformation from a trading company to a highly successful, responsive and dynamic group of companies, which invest in building winning brands that continuously seek to create value for the consumer. IFFCO brands now enjoy the confidence and preference of consumers in over seventy country markets all over the world.
Manager - Change Management/People Advisory - -Dubai
Dubai -Acuity are currently looking for experienced candidates to further develop their Change Management / People Advisory discipline within the Management Consultancy Service Line to both support future growth and lead the delivery of projects across the MEA region. Technical Responsibilities As a Senior Consultant your responsibilities include: Onsite delivery of engagements Support the Project Manager in delivering quality deliverables for our clients Support in stakeholder engagement and presentations to clients ssist in the development of tools and template to support successful delivery Support in any business development activities including the preparation of bids, pricing and content development Manage Junior Consultants and assign tasks accordingly Leading workstreams / deliverables with oversight from Senior Management SNC Lavalin's Atkins business is one of the largest multidisciplinary, multi sector engineering design consultancies in the world and is part of the SNC Lavalin Group. As one of the worlds most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies with a leading track record in the defence sector, Atkins are ideally placed to respond to this market. We have a broad establishment and proud, 50 year history throughout the Middle East region. Acuity is the advisory business from the Atkins Group. We help clients with big infrastructure and energy ambitions to deliver them successfully. Combining deep business acumen with the engineering expertise of Atkins, we offer seamless, end-to-end advisory services that build greater value, and ever rewarding partnerships. Acuity advisory services help clients achieve genuine benefits from their investment and change programmes. We advise at senior levels on complex business problems, but we also take a hands-on role, to ensure the solutions aren't just conceived, they are delivered. Our ethos is to stand side-by-side with our clients until the real-world benefits of their investment and change programmes are realised. Key Requirements The ideal candidate should be someone who has worked in a Change Management / Management Consultancy capacity preferably with a Big Four Consultancy or Global strategy houses or international management consultancies in the Middle East region. Candidates should have between three to six years experience in a relevant field but most of all be flexible to work on multiple engagement and in multiple countries. Acuity is enjoying steady growth in region and is looking to increase headcount by 50% in the next six months with Change Management / People Advisory being a key focus area. The role is based in region and will require travel throughout the GCC. The candidate will be exposed to several industry sectors i.e. Transport & Aviation, Governmental, Energy, Oil & Gas and Cities & Urban Infrastructure and will work alongside experienced Senior Management Consultants and Technical Specialists from our Group. Basic & Technical Competencies The basic & technical competencies include: Shall be degree qualified + Three (3) to six (6) years of relevant experience in Change Management / People Advisory or a relevant position with transferable skills Strong analytical, organizational, multi-tasking, presentation, communication, and problem-solving skills Strong Experience in Change Management / People Advisory competencies Change Management Strategy & Planning Stakeholder Engagement & Communications Business Adoption & Integration Support Organizational Design Organizational Integration Benefits Realization & Sustainable Performance People Transition and Workforce Effectiveness Manpower Planning Job Descriptions / Levelling Competency Assessments & Role Mapping Leadership Coaching & Career Pathing HR Processes/ Policies/ Procedures HR Technology Planning and Organizational agility: Accurately scopes length and difficulty of projects, setting realistically aggressive objectives and goals. Compensates for roadblocks and looks ahead to see impact on dependent activities. Excellent communication skills written and spoken English is essential (Arabic preferred) Core Behaviours Demonstrate drive, enthusiasm and commitment to projects while projecting a professional image Excellent planning and organisation skills Able to make decisions, act on own initiative and operate in a proactive manner with a positive attitude Self-motivated and determined to pursue continuous improvement, which is essential to processes & procedures development Function confidently and competently within client environment and has a positive impact on clients perception of Acuity Consistently achieves high quality standards and requires limited direction and supervision Shows flexibility in tasks and location, and deals well with ambiguity Understands when to ask for support and using the correct channels Rewards and Benefits We offer an excellent package which includes: A competitive tax-free salary Accommodation allowance Transportation allowance 22 days annual leave (based on a 5-day working week) Medical and life insurance cover Company gratuity scheme Discretionary bonus scheme Annual flight allowance to point of origin Employee Assistance Program 24-hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants