UAE National_Asst Mgr-Business Process Trans - -Dubai
Dubai -No two days are the same at Al-Futtaim, no matter what role you have. Our work is driven by the desire to make a difference and to have a meaningful impact with the goal of enriching everyday lives. Take our engaging and supportive work environment and couple it with a company culture that recognises and rewards quality performance, and what do you get? The chance to push the limits every single day. As a humble family business that started on the banks of the Dubai - Creek in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim has expanded to a presence in 31 countries, a portfolio of over 200 companies, and 42,000 employees. You’ll find us in industries ranging from automotive and retail, to finance and real estate, and connecting people with international names like Lexus, Ikea, Robinsons, and Adidas. Our team is proudly multicultural and multinational because that kind of diverse representation gives us the global mindset to grow and impact the people, markets, and trends around us. Come join us to live well, work better, and be the best. ROLE PURPOSE: The purpose of the job is to support and monitor automation and digital transformation projects under supervision of the Manager OPEX to ensure successful systems developments, UAT, rollout and trainings and to actively contribute towards improved business processes and efficiency across multiple business units. RESOURCE COMPLEXITY: Financial Dimensions:Impact on revenue-generating opportunities for automation and digital transformation projects across the business verticals of Al Futtaim Finance (captive financial services and brokerage) and Insurance with circa 120 employees and contribution of c. AED 100mn Automotive income. KEY ROLE SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES: Project Management Monitor automation and digitization (A&D) projects to ensure new development/change supports business requirements Contribute to the planning and development of A&D projects Support the coordination and management of A&D projects Support all automation and digital transformation initiatives Diligently track automation and digitalization projects throughout each milestone to measure progress Ensure risk mitigating actions are in place, managed, and escalated as appropriate Coordination and Communication with Stakeholders Communicate with stakeholders regarding project needs and goals. Understand business need and requirement and transform them into IT system designing automation solutions Ensure that any changes / enhancements to existing projects are passed on to the relevant parties Keep all stakeholders informed of time, plan and progress in a timely manner Chase up outstanding/overdue actions to help maintain the pace with resolution of queries Operational Organize, attend and participate in stakeholder meetings, document and follow up on important actions/decisions from meetings Prepare necessary presentation materials for meetings Support in UAT, preparation and review of test cases, reporting of defects and preparation of test reports and validation of result. Verify the automation output, comparing it to the requirements, and provide feedback for approval or rejection Support the automation and digitalization initiatives already implemented. Completing administrative tasks assigned by the Project Manager in an efficient and timely manner ensuring delivery accountability is in place across the projects Documentation of Process and Procedures Follow project governance in all projects in totality Document SOP changes based on system enhancements or automation and digitization initiatives Review preliminary process information and process documents Perform gap analysis for different processes and document them along with the “As-Is” vs “To-Be” state, thereby explore opportunities for process improvement / re-engineering Develop support documentation including risk logs and requirement specifications Proactively manage the risk register and risk process within the project. Management Reporting Create MIS of automation and digitalization initiatives for a variety of business audiences using standard templates on a timely basis Collate information and prepare routine as well as ad hoc reports as per management requirement Streamline and harmonize operational and management reporting Maintain, manage and document all project reports and statements Timely update project status in AFF Project Portfolio PERSON SPECIFIC: Education: Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field Minimum Experience and Knowledge: 3+ years’ experience in business process modelling, analysis and functional design, writing business and process documentation, system/data analysis and data integration 2+ years’ experience of working in a project or change management environment Experience in project managing consumer finance products is highly desirable Job-Specific/Technical Skills required to complete the tasks: Knowledge of project management terminology, tools and techniques Professional knowledge of MS Office Ability to keep track of multiple project schedules and change requests, repeated follow up for timely resolution Proven ability to recognize issues and develop business solutions Experience in utilizing computer technology used for communication, data gathering, application testing and reporting Good communication and interpersonal skills with an aptitude for communicating complex technical issues to both peers and non-technical co-workers Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified would be an advantage Behavioural Competencies: Analytical Problem-Solving Skills Communication Continuous Learning Customer Focused Planning and Organizing Team Player We’re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish. Before you click “apply”: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate why this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.
Teacher of Psychology & Sociology - Fortes Education-Dubai
Dubai -About us: Imagine schools with a variety of educational pathways where the skills of achievement, such as literacy, critical thinking, numeracy, discipline and work ethic are taught alongside the skills of wellbeing, such as confidence, contentment, kindness, gratitude, health, and love. Welcome to Fortes Education, Dubai -. We have been delivering high quality education provision to young people for over two decades. Our Positive Education schools foster active engagement in learning and activities. We celebrate positive emotions and accomplishments, encourage students to cultivate fulfilling relationships with others and to seek meaning and purpose in their own lives Judged by the Dubai - School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) as a ‘Very Good’ School in our 3rd year of operation, we set high standards and expectations for each pupil in academics and in co-curricular participation. Our high-impact learning programme lays a strong foundation that develops each pupil’s multiple intelligences through a broad range of activities in and out of the classroom. Our commitment is to provide a premium world-class “positive” education, which empowers our pupils to become innovative thinkers, socially confident life-long learners, having growth mindsets and character strengths, to flourish in an ever -changing world. We present an exciting opportunity to join our all through school and to play an important part in our journey to “outstanding”. Sunmarke School, Dubai - is one of our flag-ship schools, located at a prime location in Jumeirah Village Triangle. Sunmarke offers a fantastic range of pathways for students including the NCE, GCSE/IGCSE, ‘A’ Levels, BTEC and the IB Diploma and Career Related Programmes. About you: Due to our continued growth, we seek to appoint outstanding Psychology & Sociology Teachers to join our team in August 2020. We are looking for certain qualities: · Skilled in the best global educational practices · Committed to developing and inspiring every pupil, to believe that they can and will succeed · Able to teach through the “multiple intelligences”, to develop the whole child · Tech-savvy, fluent in using APPs and technology extend and enrich each pupil’s learning experience · Outstanding role models who embody our core values · Passionate about providing enriched learning opportunities for children in and out of the classroom. · Excellent communicators who can ignite a passion for learning in our students · Able to make a significant contribution to our extra-curricular activities (ECA) programme and to wider campus life · Strong academic back-ground, work-ethic, well-organised having excellent interpersonal skills · This opportunity will include teaching the subject at Key Stage 3, GCSE and A’ Level · Dynamic, enthusiastic and well-qualified holding as a minimum, a B.Ed. or a B.A & PGCE and QTS. Aspiring Middle Leaders - Pastoral or Curriculum are encouraged to apply indicating your interest in potential middle leadership positions. When applying please indicate your: · Specialism in a Subject Area; · Past MLT experience As a BSO accredited school, NQTs are welcome to apply. The years of teaching at our school in Dubai -, is recognized for your QTS certification. Our Offer: · Excellent tax-free salary · Furnished Accommodation · Baggage Allowance · Medical Insurance for self · Annual Air-Ticket and paid vacations · State-of-the art facilities and amenities in a newly built campus in a prime location in Dubai - · An enthusiastic learning community of students, teachers, parents and Board members, who are dedicated to maximise student achievement for each and every child, and to create positive learning opportunities in and out of the classroom · Working within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues · Excellent professional development · Working in Dubai -, one of the world’s most sought after work and travel destinations Application Process: If you have the passion, energy and commitment to drive accelerated outcomes for young people, we would welcome your application. In return, you will join a rapidly evolving organisation that can offer you a central role within our future growth plans. Application Closing Date: 20th November 2019 Appointment Start Date: Mid-Aug 2020 Fortes Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a satisfactory International Child Protection Certificate, plus resident country Police checks.
Head of Sales - -Dubai
Dubai -The Role Head of Sales - LEGOLAND Dubai - Hotel Building Fun Join the team of the first LEGOLAND Park in the Middle East and help us create amazing experiences for families from around the world. At LEGOLAND Dubai - we rely everyday on our Model Citizens (employees) in meeting our ultimate goal of bringing the LEGO® values of creativity, imagination, learning, quality and fun to life and deliver truly memorable experiences to our guests. With over 40 interactive rides, live shows and attractions you will be able to find a diverse range of career opportunities in one of the most unique and stimulating work environments you could imagine. Come and work where work is PLAY. At LEGOLAND we make every child a HERO! Play Your Part The Head of Hotel Sales will work closely with the Sales & Marketing Director and Hotel Director in planning and executing the hotel sales strategy through which they will deliver sales and revenue targets. Main Responsibilities : - Create and build on an account base for the hotel - Explore all sales opportunities and products of the hotel - Actively sell to new, and regular clients going forward, inline with the overall sales strategy - Establish key client relationships with Destination Management Companies, Wholesaler and Tour Operator and maintain contact on a regular basis through sales calls and client meetings - Meet with clients to understand their needs and requirements - Host bookers for show round & at F&B outlet/s to engage B2B clients with the hotel and their direct contacts in the hotel (Team from Reservation / Sales / Front Office) - Closely liaise with Revenue team in securing business / bookings - Evaluate and feedback regarding all sales and marketing activities - Travel when required in order to exploit and develop potential business and engage new business partner to the hotel Business Impact / Results: - Work with Sales & Marketing Director and Hotel Director in monitoring and analyzing sales mix, in comparison with overall hotel goals and strategy - Monitor and analyze business performance, and feedback into the sales strategy - Track competitor activity and report on key findings and trends - Analyze and use sales and marketing data - To effectively utilize sales budget Creativity: - Understand and relate to the dynamic nature of the hotel industry - Explore and develop Park related elements which can be combined with packages and products - Plan and develop a "show around" tour of the hotel along with the appropriate literature and information which sets the basic standards for all show rounds including other departments - Assist and input into the development of new products and services - Input ideas and information into sales collateral Requirements Communication: - Be attentive to, anticipate and fulfill guest needs - Maintain and demonstrate a high level of knowledge to enhance the guest's experience - Display and demonstrate a "service" attitude - Act upon all guest feedback to resolve any complaints and improve guest satisfaction Decision Making and Autonomy: - Analysis of information and making recommendations based on those - Working closely in a team with Sales & Marketing Director, Hotel Director and Revenue Manager in setting up preferred rates and offering special packages / deals / promotions and offers where appropriate Applied Knowledge and Specialist Skills: - Effective communication skills - Impact and influencing skills - Effective management of the annual budget and expenditure - Effective use of department resources - Take appropriate action to produce positive business results - Stock control of all sales and marketing collateral Managing Resources: - Effective management of the annual budget and expenditure - Effective use of department resources - Take appropriate action to produce positive business results - Stock control of all sales and marketing collateral Complexity and Problem Solving: - Creative ideas for delivery of guest satisfaction, operational and sales targets - effectively utilising park and hotel facilities and services to create a unique offering - Working with operational park and hotel teams to ensure thorough understanding of the operation and appreciation of each aspect of the business and what it delivers to our guests. Health & Safety : Managers/Supervisors are responsible for all aspects of Health, Safety & Security within their department, in line with the Group Policy (HS001). In particular, they must ensure that risk assessments have been carried out, that safe working procedures are in place for all work activities and that all employees under their management are aware of the Group Health, Safety and Security Policy and their obligations under it. They must ensure that safe working practices are monitored, and that risk assessments and procedures are reviewed regularly. Where incidents do occur, they must ensure that they are investigated appropriately and that where necessary, corrective action is taken to ensure that such incidents are not repeated. Are You a Star? In order to be qualified for this role you should possess the below criteria: - Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience - Extensive Dubai - / UAE market knowledge for inbound tourism; - Excellent business relation and key contacts of Tour Operators, Destination Companies and Wholesaler. - Proven track record of developing new partnerships focused on driving a measurable increase in hotel bookings / performance. The Best Part of The Story We offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; housing allowance, comprehensive medical coverage, life and accident insurance and other generous allowances. We also care about your career development supported by Learning opportunities for those seeking a long-term future in the Company. About the company Dubai - Parks and Resorts offers new heights in experiential entertainment through an inspired concept that brings the best of the east and the west in the entertainment industry. Conceived and developed by Meraas Holding, Dubai - Parks and Resorts articulates the Dubai - leaderships vision of positioning the emirate as a compelling global tourist destination. The first phase of Dubai - Parks and Resorts will comprise three theme parks: motiongate Dubai -, Bollywood Parks Dubai -, and LEGOLAND Dubai -. The development will also feature Riverland - a grand entrance plaza and Lapita, a family themed hotel. The first phase is scheduled for completion in 2016. Ground work commenced on site in February 2014