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<p>Admin Assistant<br> </p><p>Al Hadeel Al Hasan Law Firm is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Admin Assistant to join our growing team.<br><br><br>• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field<br>• Previous experience in legal operations, legal administration, or within a law firm environment is preferred<br>• Proficiency in legal and task management systems is preferred<br>• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills<br>• High level of confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Access, as well as digital document management tools, including Google Workspace applications<br>• Strong written communication skills in English</p>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Rixos Baghdad is seeking an experienced and people-focused Director, People & Culture to lead our human resources strategy and foster a culture of excellence, engagement, and inclusivity. The Director will be responsible for the overall leadership of People & Culture operations, ensuring alignment with business goals, compliance with policies and labor laws, and the creation of a supportive, dynamic work environment that empowers our team members to thrive. Key Responsibilities: Strategic People & Culture Leadership : Develop and implement People & Culture strategies aligned with the organization s goals and values. Drive initiatives that promote employee engagement, talent development, and organizational success. Talent Acquisition : Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes to attract, hire, and retain top talent. Ensure a smooth and engaging candidate and onboarding experience. Employee Relations : Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and team members. Address employee concerns, resolve conflicts, and maintain a positive work environment through proactive communication and support. Learning & Development : Lead learning and development programs that support professional growth, leadership development, and succession planning. Foster a continuous learning culture. Performance Management : Implement and oversee performance appraisal systems. Support managers in setting goals, providing feedback, and developing action plans for employee development. Compensation & Benefits : Manage compensation and benefits strategies that are competitive, compliant, and aligned with employee needs. Conduct regular reviews to ensure fairness and market competitiveness. Compliance: Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and best practices. Stay updated on legal and regulatory changes and implement necessary adjustments. P&C Data & Reporting : Oversee HRIS and ensure accurate data management. Analyze P&C metrics to inform strategic decisions and prepare regular reports for executive leadership. Culture & Engagement : Champion initiatives that promote a strong organizational culture, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Lead employee engagement activities and wellness programs. Health & Safety : Partner with relevant departments to ensure safe working conditions and the implementation of health and safety policies</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"><b>Qualifications</b></p><p>Bachelor s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master s degree or HR certifications (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, CHRP) are an asset. Minimum of 8 years experience in Human Resources, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in the hospitality or service industry. In-depth knowledge of P&C best practices, labor laws, and regulatory requirements. Proven leadership and people management skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for people and service excellence. High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling confidential information. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and drive results.</p><p></p></section>
<p><h4>Company description</h4>
<p>Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the ‘All Inclusive, All Exclusive’ concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys and fun-filled kids and teens activities. Each Rixos property presents a unique experience inspired by local culture, global influences, and our Turkish heritage, all within a setting of unparalleled luxury.</p>
<h4>Job description</h4>
<p>Rixos Baghdad is seeking an experienced and people-focused Director, People & Culture to lead our human resources strategy and foster a culture of excellence, engagement, and inclusivity. The Director will be responsible for the overall leadership of People & Culture operations, ensuring alignment with business goals, compliance with policies and labor laws, and the creation of a supportive, dynamic work environment that empowers our team members to thrive.</p>
<h4>Key responsibilities:</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Strategic People & Culture Leadership:</strong> Develop and implement People & Culture strategies aligned with the organization’s goals and values. Drive initiatives that promote employee engagement, talent development, and organizational success.</li>
<li><strong>Talent Acquisition:</strong> Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes to attract, hire, and retain top talent. Ensure a smooth and engaging candidate and onboarding experience.</li>
<li><strong>Employee Relations:</strong> Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and team members. Address employee concerns, resolve conflicts, and maintain a positive work environment through proactive communication and support.</li>
<li><strong>Learning & Development:</strong> Lead learning and development programs that support professional growth, leadership development, and succession planning. Foster a continuous learning culture.</li>
<li><strong>Performance Management:</strong> Implement and oversee performance appraisal systems. Support managers in setting goals, providing feedback, and developing action plans for employee development.</li>
<li><strong>Compensation & Benefits:</strong> Manage compensation and benefits strategies that are competitive, compliant, and aligned with employee needs. Conduct regular reviews to ensure fairness and market competitiveness.</li>
<li><strong>Compliance:</strong> Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and best practices. Stay updated on legal and regulatory changes and implement necessary adjustments.</li>
<li><strong>P&C Data & Reporting:</strong> Oversee HRIS and ensure accurate data management. Analyze P&C metrics to inform strategic decisions and prepare regular reports for executive leadership.</li>
<li><strong>Culture & Engagement:</strong> Champion initiatives that promote a strong organizational culture, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Lead employee engagement activities and wellness programs.</li>
<li><strong>Health & Safety:</strong> Partner with relevant departments to ensure safe working conditions and the implementation of health and safety policies.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Qualifications</h4>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree or HR certifications (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, CHRP) are an asset.</li>
<li>Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Human Resources, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in the hospitality or service industry.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of P&C best practices, labor laws, and regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Proven leadership and people management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for people and service excellence.</li>
<li>High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling confidential information.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms.</li>
<li>Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and drive results.</li>
</ul></p><p></p>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Company Description Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the ALL Inclusive, ALL Exclusive concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys and fun-filled kids and teens activities. Each Rixos property presents a unique experience inspired by local culture, global influences, and our Turkish heritage, all within a setting of unparalleled luxury.</p><p>Job Description Rixos Baghdad is seeking an experienced and people-focused Director, People & Culture to lead our human resources strategy and foster a culture of excellence, engagement, and inclusivity. The Director will be responsible for the overall leadership of People & Culture operations, ensuring alignment with business goals, compliance with policies and labor laws, and the creation of a supportive, dynamic work environment that empowers our team members to thrive.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Strategic People & Culture Leadership : Develop and implement People & Culture strategies aligned with the organization s goals and values. Drive initiatives that promote employee engagement, talent development, and organizational success.</li><li>Talent Acquisition : Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes to attract, hire, and retain top talent. Ensure a smooth and engaging candidate and onboarding experience.</li><li>Employee Relations : Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and team members. Address employee concerns, resolve conflicts, and maintain a positive work environment through proactive communication and support.</li><li>Learning & Development : Lead learning and development programs that support professional growth, leadership development, and succession planning. Foster a continuous learning culture.</li><li>Performance Management : Implement and oversee performance appraisal systems. Support managers in setting goals, providing feedback, and developing action plans for employee development.</li><li>Compensation & Benefits : Manage compensation and benefits strategies that are competitive, compliant, and aligned with employee needs. Conduct regular reviews to ensure fairness and market competitiveness.</li><li>Compliance: Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and best practices. Stay updated on legal and regulatory changes and implement necessary adjustments.</li><li>P&C Data & Reporting : Oversee HRIS and ensure accurate data management. Analyze P&C metrics to inform strategic decisions and prepare regular reports for executive leadership.</li><li>Culture & Engagement : Champion initiatives that promote a strong organizational culture, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Lead employee engagement activities and wellness programs.</li><li>Health & Safety : Partner with relevant departments to ensure safe working conditions and the implementation of health and safety policies</li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree or HR certifications (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, CHRP) are an asset.</li><li>Minimum of 8 years experience in Human Resources, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in the hospitality or service industry.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of P&C best practices, labor laws, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Proven leadership and people management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for people and service excellence.</li><li>High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling confidential information.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms.</li><li>Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and drive results.</li></ul><p></p></section>
<p><h4>Company description</h4>
<p>Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the ‘All inclusive, All exclusive’ concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys, and fun-filled kids and teens activities. Each Rixos property presents a unique experience inspired by local culture, global influences, and our Turkish heritage, all within a setting of unparalleled luxury.</p>
<h4>Job description</h4>
<p>Manage and communicate cash flow related issues which includes the accurate and timely preparation of cash flow statements, management of receivables, payables, cash balances, control mechanisms, and timely deposits of all funds.<br>
All laws and fiscal regulations of the country of location (which affect financial matters of the hotel) must be complied with. This includes the responsibility for seeing that proper permits and licenses are obtained for such things as currency transfers.<br>
The safekeeping of all leases, contracts, and any other legal records and documents which may affect the financial status of the hotel.<br>
Signs, signifying the inspection and approval of all daily reports of operations, monthly reports, monthly trends of operations reports, monthly source of business report, and monthly auditor’s checklist reports.<br>
Monitor hotel revenues and expenses and ensure the accurate recording in accordance with internationally established guidelines.<br>
Investigate and critique variances to budget or to prior year and offer practical improvement methodologies to management.<br>
Monitor the capital planning process by assisting management with the calculation of return on capital improvements, gathering support and monitoring the bid process, and ensuring proper upkeep of the property by evaluating scope of work and specifications.<br>
Ensure hotels’ compliance on all regulatory licenses and permits, leases, contracts, legal agreements, and the proper execution of all operational taxes.<br>
Provide assistance to management in enforcing compliance on all these items.<br>
Analyze financial data and operations in order to assist and advise management in maintaining the hotels’ financial objectives. Ensure that all balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations, are reconciled on a timely basis.<br>
Embrace a continuous growth environment by actively assisting in recruiting, reviewing, and maintaining a diverse finance team.</p>
<h4>Qualifications</h4>
<p>Experience in the Middle East is required, with a preference for candidates who have experience specifically in Iraq.<br>
Degree in finance, accounting, or a related field and professional accounting qualification.<br>
Minimum 5 years experience at a managerial level that includes:</p>
<ul>
<li>Preparation, review, analysis, and presentation of management and statutory reporting.</li>
<li>Extensive knowledge of hotel internal controls.</li>
<li>Knowledge of budget process.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Additional information</h4>
<p>What awaits you...<br>
The opportunity to join an international, innovative, and fast-growing group, committed not only to building new hotels, but to creating a global brand.<br>
The ability to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.<br>
Be part of a team that is very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations with every opportunity.<br>
A competitive package and plenty of development opportunities.</p></p><p></p>
<p><h4>Duties:</h4>
<p>Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.</p>
<p>Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.</p>
<p>Serve as a structural and airport firefighter, first responder, and HAZMAT responder on a scheduled rotation.</p>
<p>Participate in fire and emergency services activities including: fire suppression, EMS, rescue, public assistance, fire investigation, fire prevention, pre-fire planning, fire company training, public education, clinical training, and routine maintenance of apparatus, equipment, and facilities.</p>
<p>Support emergency management functions as needed.</p>
<p>Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.</p>
<h4>Other Duties:</h4>
<p>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.</p>
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<p><h4>Duties:</h4>
<p>Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.</p>
<p>Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.</p>
<p>Serve as a structural and airport firefighter, first responder, and HAZMAT responder on a scheduled rotation.</p>
<p>Participate in fire and emergency services activities including: fire suppression, EMS, rescue, public assistance, fire investigation, fire prevention, pre-fire planning, fire company training, public education, clinical training, and routine maintenance of apparatus, equipment, and facilities.</p>
<p>Support emergency management functions as needed.</p>
<p>Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.</p>
<h4>Other Duties:</h4>
<p>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.</p>
<p>Duties, responsibilities, and activities</p><p></p>
<p><h4>Duties:</h4>
<p>Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.</p>
<p>Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.</p>
<p>Serve as a structural and airport firefighter, first responder, and HAZMAT responder on a scheduled rotation.</p>
<p>Participate in fire and emergency services activities including: fire suppression, EMS, rescue, public assistance, fire investigation, fire prevention, pre-fire planning, fire company training, public education, clinical training, and routine maintenance of apparatus, equipment, and facilities.</p>
<p>Support emergency management functions as needed.</p>
<p>Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.</p>
<h4>Other Duties:</h4>
<p>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.</p>
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<p>Remote Migration Agent Assistant / Interpreter – Iraq</p><p>We are seeking a reliable and professional <strong>Migration Agent Assistant / Interpreter</strong> based in Iraq to support an Australian migration practice with a growing Iraqi client base.</p><p>This is a <strong>remote position</strong> suitable for a candidate with strong communication, interpretation and administrative skills. The successful applicant will assist with communication between the Registered Migration Agent and clients in Iraq.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide interpretation during telephone, Zoom and online client consultations.</li><li>Translate client communications and documents between English and relevant local languages.</li><li>Communicate with clients to collect documents and information requested by the Migration Agent.</li><li>Assist clients in understanding document checklists, appointments and application procedures.</li><li>Follow up with clients regarding outstanding documents and information.</li><li>Organise client records and provide general administrative support.</li><li>Maintain strict confidentiality when handling personal and migration-related information.</li><li>Refer all legal and migration advice to the Registered Migration Agent.</li></ul><p>Essential Requirements</p><ul><li>Fluent written and spoken <strong>English and Arabic</strong>.</li></ul><p> </p>
<p><h4>Duties</h4>
<p>Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.<br>
Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.<br>
Provide a full range of general support services for the OMSS Departments under the direction and supervision of the OMSS Management.<br>
Perform all administrative and clerical services necessary in support of the OMSS Departments.<br>
Support the OMSS Departments with a full working knowledge of the Contractor/DoS contract.<br>
Prepare responses to questions and data requests.<br>
Record meeting minutes and host meetings as needed.<br>
Develop historical knowledge of the OMSS contract and read contract requirements and SOPs.<br>
Develop program support using MS Word, Excel, Access, Project, Outlook, and PowerPoint as necessary in order to facilitate tracking of personnel and project status requirements, data, and reports.<br>
Translate reports and conversations from Arabic to English and vice versa.<br>
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.</p>
<h4>Required</h4>
<p><strong>Minimum acceptable experience level:</strong> Five (5) years’ experience in an administrative role in a professional office environment.</p>
<p><strong>Knowledge, skills, and abilities:</strong><br>
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.<br>
Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.<br>
Excellent organizational and time management skills.<br>
Expert computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.<br>
Ability to comprehend contractual language, SOPs, and policies.<br>
Ability to accurately record meeting minutes and communicate via English writing.<br>
Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.</p>
<p><strong>Education:</strong> A high school diploma or GED.</p>
<p><strong>Licenses and certifications:</strong> None.</p>
<p><strong>Security vetting:</strong> Must obtain a favorable RSO Certification as required by the position. Must maintain eligibility at the required security level for the duration of the contract.</p>
<p><strong>Language skills:</strong> Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures.</p>
<p><strong>Medical:</strong> Favorable passage of a drug screen and physical examination.</p>
<h4>Desired</h4>
<p>Relevant administrative type experience.<br>
Previous U.S. embassy experience is highly desirable.<br>
Experience working with Amentum and U.S. Department of State programs.<br>
General knowledge of OMSS trades and their general practices (carpentry, custodial, electrical, housekeeping, etc.).</p>
<h4>Other knowledge, skills and abilities</h4>
<p>Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at a diplomatic facility.<br>
Experience providing excellent customer services.<br>
Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.<br>
Must have the ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.</p></p><p></p>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><br><b>DUTIES:<br></b><br>Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.<br><br>Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals.<br><br>Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.<br><br>Ensures data accuracy and update of equipment inventory database.<br><br>Ensure that related data processing activities meet the requirements.<br><br>Process excess turn-in documentation for all controlled and non-controlled excess equipment and materials.<br><br>Review, reconcile, adjust and process all inventory transactions.<br><br>Process Survey Reports for all missing equipment.<br><br>Process and coordinate Equipment Transfers.<br><br>Perform positive verbal and written communication skills with all internal and external<br><br>customers.<br><br>Assist in a broad scope of direct and indirect support activities involving customer owned<br><br>equipment as necessary to complete assigned tasks.<br><br>Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.<br><b><br>REQUIRED</b>:<br><br>Minimum Acceptable Experience Level: Minimum of 3 years experience supporting a DOD or DOS program Exposure, at least two (2) years of international experience.<br><br>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:<br><br>Prior proven experience in Property Disposal operations with Defense Reutilization<br><br>Management Operations (DRMO), Hazmat experience.<br><br>Experience operating heavy equipment to include up to a 30K Forklift, Extended reach<br><br>Forklift, Material Handler, Grappler (Excavator), Front End Loader and Material Shredders.<br><br>Experience with cutting torches to include Plasma cutters.<br><br>Commitment to maintaining a high performance team which delivers customer service excellence.<br><br>Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract<br><br>responsibilities at an overseas facility.<br><br>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.<br><br>Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.<br><br>Excellent organizational and time management skills.<br><br>Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.<br><br>Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.<br><br>Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.<br><br>Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.<br><br>Education: A high school diploma or GED (General Education Diploma).<br><br>Passport, Licenses and Certifications:<br><br>As part of pre-contingency requirements, by the time the visa process starts , candidates must possess a valid passport with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration date with 8 blank pages.<br><br>Valid drivers license<br><br>Security Vetting: Already possess a US Government issued security clearance or be able to obtain a favorable US Government clearance prior to being hired is required for the position. Must maintain eligibility at the required certification or clearance level for the duration of the contract.<br><br>Language Skills: Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures.<br><br>Medical: Successfully complete and pass the medical and drug examinations as required by Amentum and our customer for deployment to Iraq. Must maintain physical and drug requirements for duration of deployment.<br><b><br>DESIRED</b>:<br><br>Previous out of home country experience and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions are a plus.<br><br>Department of State experience.<br><br>Five to seven years of international experience in challenging locations, preferably working in the Middle East, with a working knowledge of customs and cultural differences.<br><br>Experience working with Amentum.<br><b><br>OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:<br></b><br>Knowledge of the principles and processes involved in Quality Control Management.<br><br>Successful management of multiple sites in geographically dispersed locations.<br><br>Ability to collect, analyze and summarize data and to prepare clear and concise reports.<br><br>Experience in effectively dealing with international and headquarters staff, and sensitivity to other cultures.<br><br>Exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.<br><br>Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and administrative details in a fast paced and constantly changing environment. Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.<br></div></section>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><br><b>Job Description<br></b>The Operations Manager will be based at one of the three Amentum sites in Iraq and serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for taking ownership of all site operational responsibilities to include directing the daily performance of the organization, planning, scheduling and training processes to meet the requirements of the contract. This position will report to the OMSS Program Manager. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.<br><br><b>DUTIES:<br></b><br>Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.<br><br>Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals.<br><br>Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.<br><br>Act as the Program Manager s principle operations representative.<br><br>Responsible for the management of all O&M functions, including ensuring there are qualified personnel to meet staffing requirements, and the central planning, coordination, control, and actual performance of these functions.<br><br>Manage the O&M and other assigned functions on site to ensure overall contract performance, which requires getting information to and from critical operating/supporting elements and directing/coordinating actions to ensure resources are fully utilized to properly perform the mission.<br><br>Monitor system readiness, identify problem areas, and respond to mission requirements to perform contract requirements.<br><br>Direct and monitor the preventive maintenance program; accept, process, coordinate, and assign work orders, projects, and large task assignments.<br><br>Control resources; monitor staff proficiency and qualifications; monitor staff endurance; monitor the locations and activities of assets; and coordinate the flow of information to and from O&M staff.<br><br>Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.<br><b><br>REQUIRED</b>:<br><br>Minimum Acceptable Experience Level:<br><br>Ten (10) years O&M experience compatible with program requirements.<br><br>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:<br><br>Demonstrated working knowledge of Operations and Maintenance activities for a small plant, overseas, or military facility.<br><br>Demonstrated ability to manage required staff.<br><br>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.<br><br>Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.<br><br>Excellent organizational and time management skills.<br><br>Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.<br><br>Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.<br><br>Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.<br><br>Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.<br><br>Education: A high school diploma or GED. A Bachelor s Degree in Business Management, Political Science, Organizational Effectiveness or similar discipline leading to a broad management background is preferred.<br><br>Passport, Licenses and Certifications: As part of pre-contingency requirements, by the time the visa process starts , candidates must possess a valid passport of with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration date with 8 blank pages. Valid drivers license.<br><br>Security Vetting: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.<br><br>Language Skills: Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures.<br><br>Medical: Successfully complete and pass the medical and dental examinations as required by Amentum and our customer for deployment to Iraq. Must maintain physical and dental requirements for duration of deployment.<br></div></section>
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<p><span>Near East Foundation (NEF)</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Title: </span>Director of Programs and Operations – Iraq</span></p><br>
<p><span><span>Unit: </span>Senior Management<span><br>Reports to: </span>Interim Country Director / Chief operation Officer<span><br>Duty Station: </span>Iraq<span><br>Travel: </span>Frequent travel within Iraq as required</span></p><br> <p><span>Position Description</span></p><br> <p><span>The Director of Programs and Operations – Iraq is a senior national leadership position responsible for the day-to-day management, coordination, and oversight of NEF’s programs and operations across Iraq. The role will support the effective implementation of NEF’s portfolio while ensuring strong operational systems, donor compliance, partnership management, and coordination with national and local stakeholders.</span></p><br> <p><span>Working under the supervision of the Interim Country Director/Chief operation Officer and in close coordination with regional and global support teams, the Director of Programs and Operations will provide leadership to program and operational teams in Iraq and contribute to strengthening NEF’s locally led presence, partnerships, and institutional positioning in the country.</span></p><br> <p><span>The position will play a key role in ensuring continuity, quality implementation, operational oversight, and relationship management with local authorities, partners, and coordination structures, while supporting the gradual transition toward strengthened localized leadership and sustainable country operations.</span></p><br> <p><span>Key Responsibilities</span></p><br> <p><span>Program Oversight and Coordination:</span></p><br> <ul>
<li><span>Oversee the day-to-day implementation of NEF programs and projects across Iraq, ensuring activities are delivered effectively, on time, and in compliance with donor and organizational requirements.</span></li>
<li><span>Support coordination between program, finance, procurement, logistics, MEAL, and administrative teams to ensure smooth project implementation.</span></li>
<li><span>Monitor project progress, implementation challenges, and operational risks, and support timely problem-solving and adaptive management.</span></li>
<li><span>Ensure project workplans, implementation targets, reporting timelines, and operational priorities are regularly monitored and updated.</span></li>
<li><span>Support the quality and consistency of program implementation across different geographic locations and partnerships.</span></li>
<li><span>Contribute to internal coordination and planning processes related to Iraq operations and programming.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Operations and Compliance: </span></p><br> <ul>
<li><span>Oversee country-level operational functions and ensure compliance with NEF internal policies, donor regulations, and relevant Iraqi legal and administrative requirements.</span></li>
<li><span>Support procurement planning and oversee procurement and logistics processes in coordination with relevant teams.</span></li>
<li><span>Ensure appropriate management and utilization of project assets, offices, and operational resources.</span></li>
<li><span>Coordinate with finance teams on budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, operational forecasting, and financial compliance.</span></li>
<li><span>Support risk management, safety, security, and duty of care measures for staff, offices, and operations.</span></li>
<li><span>Ensure operational documentation, approvals, and filing systems are maintained in line with donor and organizational standards.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Grants and Partnership Management:</span></p><br> <ul>
<li><span>Support the effective management of grants, contracts, donor compliance requirements, and reporting processes.</span></li>
<li><span>Oversee timely preparation and review of internal and donor reports in coordination with program and support teams.</span></li>
<li><span>Maintain close coordination with national NGOs, civil society organizations, local institutions, and implementing partners.</span></li>
<li><span>Support partnership management processes, including coordination, follow-up, monitoring, and capacity strengthening where needed.</span></li>
<li><span>Coordinate with relevant Iraqi authorities, including DNGO and other applicable governmental entities, to support operational compliance and maintain required approvals and registrations.</span></li>
<li><span>Support communication and coordination with donors, working groups, and coordination forums in alignment with NEF leadership guidance.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Representation and External Coordination:</span></p><br> <ul>
<li><span>Represent NEF in meetings, coordination platforms, technical working groups, and stakeholder engagements at the national and governorate levels, as delegated.</span></li>
<li><span>Maintain professional working relationships with governmental stakeholders, donors, local authorities, civil society actors, UN agencies, and private sector partners.</span></li>
<li><span>Support the identification of operational and programmatic opportunities that contribute to the continuity and sustainability of NEF’s Iraq portfolio.</span></li>
<li><span>Contribute to maintaining NEF’s positive institutional presence and partnerships across Iraq.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Staff Management and Team Leadership</span></p><br> <ul>
<li><span>Supervise and support program and operations staff in Iraq and promote effective coordination and teamwork across departments.</span></li>
<li><span>Support staff performance management processes, including work planning, objective setting, follow-up, mentoring, and regular feedback.</span></li>
<li><span>Foster a collaborative, accountable, respectful, and solutions-oriented working environment.</span></li>
<li><span>Coordinate with HR and senior management on recruitment, onboarding, staffing needs, and staff well-being.</span></li>
<li><span>Promote safeguarding, inclusion, staff care, and professional conduct across all teams and operations.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Qualifications and Experience</span><br></p><br> <ul>
<li><span>University degree in business administration, international development, management, social sciences, or a related field.</span></li>
<li><span>Minimum 7–10 years of relevant professional experience in program and operations management within humanitarian, development, or recovery contexts.</span></li>
<li><span>Strong experience managing operations, grants, compliance, procurement, administration, and multi-sector projects.</span></li>
<li><span>Demonstrated experience working with international NGOs, donors, local partners, and governmental stakeholders in Iraq.</span></li>
<li><span>Good understanding of the Iraqi operational, administrative, and regulatory environment, including coordination with DNGO and relevant authorities.</span></li>
<li><span>Experience managing teams and coordinating across multiple departments and geographic locations.</span></li>
<li><span>Strong organizational, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.</span></li>
<li><span>Fluency in Arabic and professional working proficiency in English required.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Preferred Qualifications</span></p><br> <ul>
<li><span>Previous experience in senior management or deputy leadership roles within Iraq.</span></li>
<li><span>Experience working in complex and multi-governorate operational environments.</span></li>
<li><span>Familiarity with donor-funded programming, compliance requirements, and partnership management.</span></li>
<li><span>Experience supporting localization, institutional strengthening, and capacity development initiatives.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span><span>NEF will accept applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline will be on May 28, 2026</span>.</span></p><br> <p><span><span><span>To apply</span></span><span>:</span></span></p><br> <p><span>Please apply by submitting the following documents:</span><br></p><br>
<ol>
<li><span><span>Cover letter outlining relevant experience and skills based on the requirements outlined above;</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Curriculum Vitae;</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>List of three references (including one from current, or most recent, employer).</span></span></li>
</ol> <p><span><span>Applicants are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Near East Foundation by visiting the NEF website at </span>www.neareast.org<span>.</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>The Near East Foundation promotes Equal Opportunities for all applicants seeking employment and NEF employees.</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>Females are strongly encouraged to apply.</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>Pre-employment Checks</span></span></p><br> <p><span>Any Employment with the Near East Foundation will be subject to the following checks prior to start date:</span></p><br> <ul>
<li><span><span>A satisfactory Restricted Party Screening;</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Receipt of satisfactory references;</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Proof of eligibility to work in the national location for this role.</span></span></li>
</ul> <p><span><span>NEF's strength is its people.</span> Our team is our fuel to achieving the innovation, quality programming, community focus, mutual trust, sustainability, and learning needed to realize our mission. To help our team thrive, we support a working structure that prioritizes flexibility, personal commitments, and staff well-being while promoting a work culture of teamwork, collaboration, respect, integrity, and excellence.</span></p><br> <p><span><span>As an international organization, we value a truly diverse workforce and prioritize a culture of inclusivity and belonging</span>. We strive to create a high-achieving work environment informed by different cultures, perspectives, and experiences. With a commitment to diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion in all we do, our aim is to ensure that people feel heard, protected, and empowered to contribute to NEF's mission from day one.</span></p><br> </div>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>1. HR Operations & Administration: Handle all employee life cycle transactions including onboarding, transfers, promotions, and offboarding. Prepare employment contracts, HR letters, and official correspondence. Maintain and update employee records in HR systems and personnel files. Ensure timely and accurate data entry in HRIS and document management systems.</p><p>2. Employee Support & Services: Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to policies, procedures, and benefits. Support the resolution of employee concerns by providing timely and accurate information. Facilitate employee onboarding and ensure smooth integration into the organization. Coordinate exit procedures including clearance, final settlement, and exit interviews.</p><p>3. Attendance & Leave Management: Monitor attendance records and validate data with timesheets or biometric systems. Process leave applications and ensure compliance with internal policies and labor laws. Support payroll with accurate data related to absences, leaves, and deductions.</p><p>4. Compliance & Reporting: Ensure all HR transactions comply with internal controls and legal requirements. Prepare periodic reports on headcount, turnover, leaves, and other HR metrics. Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.</p><p>5. Managing and overseeing Tax and Social Security processes: Calculating, reviewing, and reconciling Social Security contributions and tax deductions, ensuring alignment with payroll records and approved data. Preparing and submitting monthly Tax and Social Security reports, declarations, and related documentation, while ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines and financial obligations. Coordinating with relevant authorities and stakeholders, and managing all related procedures, reconciliations, inquiries, and compliance requirements to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. 1-3 years of experience in employee services, HR administration, or operations. Solid understanding of labor laws and HR policies. Experience working with HRIS and document management systems is a plus.</p><p></p></section>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Rixos Baghdad is seeking a highly organized and strategic Purchasing Manager to lead the procurement department. The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for managing the hotel s procurement activities, sourcing quality goods and services, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring that all purchasing activities are cost-effective and align with the hotel's operational requirements. This role plays a critical part in maintaining efficient supply chain operations, managing vendor relationships, and contributing to the hotel's financial performance.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><p>Procurement Strategy : Develop, implement, and manage the hotel s procurement strategy to ensure the sourcing of high-quality goods and services at competitive prices while maintaining alignment with the hotel s operational needs and budget.</p><p>Supplier Management : Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services while monitoring supplier performance.</p><p>Purchasing Operations : Oversee the entire purchasing process, from requisition and purchase order issuance to vendor payment and reconciliation, ensuring timely procurement of all items.</p><p>Cost Control : Negotiate prices and contract terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness and budget adherence while maintaining product quality.</p><p>Inventory Management : Monitor and control inventory levels to ensure an adequate supply of goods without overstocking, ensuring smooth hotel operations and preventing shortages.</p><p>Quality Assurance : Ensure that all purchased goods meet the hotel s quality standards and comply with internal specifications. Conduct regular inspections and quality checks on deliveries.</p><p>Budget Compliance : Work closely with the finance team to develop and manage the procurement budget, ensuring cost control and reporting any variances to senior management.</p><p>Market Analysis : Stay informed on market trends, pricing, and new suppliers to ensure the hotel is sourcing the most efficient, cost-effective, and innovative solutions available.</p><p>Team Management : Lead and mentor the purchasing team, ensuring that staff are trained, motivated, and equipped to carry out their roles effectively.</p><p>Sustainability Initiatives : Implement sustainable procurement practices, sourcing environmentally friendly and ethically produced products, and aligning with the hotel s broader ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals.</p><p>Compliance & Documentation : Ensure all procurement activities adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry best practices. Maintain accurate records of all procurement transactions, including contracts, purchase orders, and supplier communications.</p><p>Cross-Departmental Collaboration : Collaborate with various departments, including Finance, Operations, F&B, and Housekeeping, to understand their needs and ensure timely and accurate procurement of goods and services.</p><p>Reporting & Analysis : Provide regular reports on procurement performance, cost savings, and vendor relations to senior management. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement efficiency and cost management.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"><b>Educational Background :</b> Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.<br><b>Experience :</b> Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role, preferably within the hospitality industry.<br><b>Technical Skills :</b> Proficiency in procurement software, Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel), and hotel management systems (such as Opera or Micros).<br><b>Negotiation Skills :</b> Strong negotiation skills with a proven ability to secure favorable terms and pricing from suppliers while ensuring quality standards are maintained.<br><b>Leadership & Team Management :</b> Proven experience in managing and developing a team, with the ability to motivate and guide staff to achieve departmental goals.<br><b>Cost Management :</b> Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage procurement budgets, track expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities.<br><b>Attention to Detail :</b> High level of attention to detail in managing procurement documentation, supplier agreements, and inventory management.<br><b>Problem-solving :</b> Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to address and resolve procurement issues such as delayed deliveries, product discrepancies, or vendor disputes.<br><b>Communication Skills :</b> Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and other departments.<br><b>Time Management :</b> Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.<br><b>Sustainability Awareness :</b> Understanding of sustainable procurement practices, with the ability to integrate environmentally friendly products and services into purchasing decisions.</p></section>
<p><h4>Company description</h4>
<p>Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.</p>
<p>Take the opportunity to become a Heartist® and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.</p>
<h4>Job description</h4>
<p>We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of People & Culture to join our hotel in Baghdad, Iraq. In this pivotal leadership role, you will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive human resources strategies that foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing organizational culture. You will partner with executive leadership to align people initiatives with business objectives while championing employee engagement, talent development, and organizational excellence.</p>
<ul>
<li>Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive HR policies, procedures, and standards aligned with local Iraqi labor laws, industry best practices, and organizational values</li>
<li>Lead talent acquisition and recruitment initiatives, including interviewing, assessing, and evaluating prospective employees at all organizational levels</li>
<li>Design and implement competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent while ensuring market competitiveness</li>
<li>Oversee payroll administration, benefits management, legal compliance, and employment law adherence across the organization</li>
<li>Conduct performance management reviews and provide coaching to address performance issues with professionalism and empathy</li>
<li>Develop and execute training and development programs that build employee capabilities and support career progression</li>
<li>Create and maintain succession plans for middle and senior management positions in collaboration with department heads and executive leadership</li>
<li>Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture through employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and social and recreational activities</li>
<li>Manage employee relations, including grievance resolution, disciplinary procedures, and labor organization communications with transparency and fairness</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with local health, safety, and occupational regulations specific to Baghdad and Iraq</li>
<li>Prepare and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and monthly reporting on talent and culture metrics</li>
<li>Participate in management meetings to review progress toward business plan goals and contribute to strategic planning</li>
<li>Act as an internal consultant, providing guidance on HR matters and supporting managers in resolving workplace challenges</li>
<li>Maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive HR matters and employee information</li>
<li>Lead the HR team through recruitment, selection, performance management, and continuous professional development</li>
</ul>
<h4>Qualifications</h4>
<ul>
<li>Minimum 5 years of management experience in human resources or related organizational development roles</li>
<li>Proven expertise in HR administration, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and performance management</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of Iraqi labor laws, occupational safety and health legislation, and local employment practices</li>
<li>Excellent communication, listening, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to create and maintain a positive, inclusive working environment</li>
<li>Strong analytical and data-driven mindset with ability to interpret HR metrics and trends</li>
<li>Exceptional time management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities</li>
<li>Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams</li>
<li>Self-driven, resilient, and adaptable to changing business needs</li>
<li>Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity</li>
<li>Ability to maintain complete professionalism and confidentiality in all HR matters</li>
<li>Flexibility to work beyond standard business hours when required</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Domain expertise:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Strategic HR planning and organizational development</li>
<li>Talent acquisition and recruitment</li>
<li>Compensation and benefits administration</li>
<li>Performance management and employee development</li>
<li>Succession planning and leadership development</li>
<li>Employee engagement and culture building</li>
<li>Change management</li>
<li>Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives</li>
<li>Budget management and financial acumen</li>
<li>Stakeholder management at executive level</li>
<li>Grievance and disciplinary management</li>
</ul></p><p></p>
<p><h4>Duties</h4>
<p>Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.</p>
<p>Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals.</p>
<p>Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.</p>
<p>Ensure data accuracy and update of equipment inventory database.</p>
<p>Ensure that related data processing activities meet the requirements.</p>
<p>Process excess turn-in documentation for all controlled and non-controlled excess equipment and materials.</p>
<p>Review, reconcile, adjust and process all inventory transactions.</p>
<p>Process Survey Reports for all missing equipment.</p>
<p>Process and coordinate equipment transfers.</p>
<p>Perform positive verbal and written communication skills with all internal and external customers.</p>
<p>Assist in a broad scope of direct and indirect support activities involving customer owned equipment as necessary to complete assigned tasks.</p>
<p>Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.</p>
<h4>Required</h4>
<p><strong>Minimum acceptable experience level:</strong> Minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting a DOD or DOS program exposure, at least two (2) years’ of international experience.</p>
<p><strong>Knowledge, skills, and abilities:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Prior proven experience in property disposal operations with Defense Reutilization Management Operations (DRMO), Hazmat experience.</li>
<li>Experience operating heavy equipment to include up to a 30K forklift, extended reach forklift, material handler, grappler (excavator), front end loader and material shredders.</li>
<li>Experience with cutting torches to include plasma cutters.</li>
<li>Commitment to maintaining a high performance team which delivers customer service excellence.</li>
<li>Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at an overseas facility.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.</li>
<li>Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational and time management skills.</li>
<li>Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.</li>
<li>Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.</li>
<li>Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.</li>
<li>Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Education:</strong> A high school diploma or GED (General Education Diploma).</p>
<p><strong>Passport, licenses and certifications:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>As part of pre-contingency requirements, by the time the visa process starts, candidates must possess a valid passport with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration date with 8 blank pages.</li>
<li>Valid drivers’ license.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Security vetting:</strong> Already possess a US Government issued security clearance or be able to obtain a favorable US Government clearance prior to being hired is required for the position. Must maintain eligibility at the required certification or clearance level for the duration of the contract.</p>
<p><strong>Language skills:</strong> Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures.</p>
<p><strong>Medical:</strong> Successfully complete and pass the medical and drug examinations as required by the employer and customer for deployment to Iraq. Must maintain physical and drug requirements for duration of deployment.</p>
<h4>Desired</h4>
<ul>
<li>Previous out of home country experience and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions are a plus.</li>
<li>Department of State experience.</li>
<li>Five to seven years’ of international experience in challenging locations, preferably working in the Middle East, with a working knowledge of customs and cultural differences.</li>
<li>Experience working with the employer.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Other knowledge, skills and abilities</h4>
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of the principles and processes involved in Quality Control Management.</li>
<li>Successful management of multiple sites in geographically dispersed locations.</li>
<li>Ability to collect, analyze and summarize data and to prepare clear and concise reports.</li>
<li>Experience in effectively dealing with international and headquarters staff, and sensitivity to other cultures.</li>
<li>Exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and administrative details in a fast paced and constantly changing environment.</li>
<li>Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.</li>
</ul></p><p></p>
<div ><p ><strong><span ></span></strong></p><div ><p ><strong><span >YOU TACKLE FOR QUALITY AND GREAT SERVICE. THIS WILL IMPROVE THE LIFE OF OUR CUSTOMERS.</span></strong><span ></span></p><p ><span > </span></p><p ><span >Would you like to become part of the world's most international company in the world?</span></p><p ><span >A company that pioneered cross-border express delivery in 1969 and is now active in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. Do you want to be part of a company that connects people worldwide? And the more people we connect, the better life will be on our planet.</span></p><p ><span > <br> Join our team and discover how an international network that's focused on service, quality and sustainability, is able to connect people and improve lives through the power of global trade. And not just for our customers, but for every member of our team too. To learn more about our culture, motivated people and our purpose, please visit www.dpdhl.jobs/express <br> </span></p><p ><span >Do you want to make a difference? Then come to our "Insanely Customer Centric" Team and become a Certified International Specialist!</span></p><p ><span > </span></p><p ><strong><span ></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span ></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span >Overall Role Purpose </span></strong></p><p ><span ></span></p><p ><span >The Country Manager has overall accountability for the short- and long-term plans that ensure long-term success and profitability of the company.</span></p><p ><span >This will be achieved by building a strong functional team that has the appropriate direction and leadership to ensure that the strategic and operating plans are developed and implemented according to local regional and global strategic direction.</span></p><p ><strong><span ></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span ><br></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span >Your Tasks:</span></strong><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Service:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To enable and manage the achievement of service performance that meets or exceeds customer expectations and differentiates DHL from the competitors.</span></li><li><span >To ensure regional and global service standards are met or exceeded.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Customer Relations:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To liaise with key and strategically important customers at the appropriate level to ensure customer retention, development and growth of new business.</span></li><li><span >To be sensitive to emerging customers and market requirements.</span></li><li><span >To ensure the improvement of Customer Satisfaction over time through customer service initiatives and strategies delivering best-in-class service</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Representation:</span></strong></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" ></p><ul><li><span >To create, maintain and develop a favorable DHL image with its various influential audiences such as NGOs, partners, industry bodies and governments to facilitate the company's growth and development.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Business Performance & Result</span></strong></p><p ></p><ul><li><span >To ensure that the annual business plan including revenue, cash flow, profit and service levels are met, and corrective action is taken to rectify any negative variance.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Direction & Leadership:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >Determine local Country/ Country Group short- and long-term strategies and market approach within overall regional context.</span></li><li><span >To provide strong leadership to ensure agreed strategies and goals are communicated and effectively implemented.</span></li><li><span >To contribute to regional direction, ensuring that local environmental factors are taken into consideration in the setting of regional strategies and policies.</span></li><li><span >To regularly and actively chair the Senior Management Team.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Group Participation:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To ensure close co-ordination of strategic activities with Solutions and Intercontinental business as well as GCS.</span></li><li><span >To actively promote exchange of expertise and communication with other DHL and DPWN units</span></li><li><span >To promote and participate in cross-BU activities and leverages synergies with other DPWN divisions</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Commercial:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the development of new business and maintenance of existing business in line with the Region’s profitability and growth targets.</span></li><li><span >To ensure revenue yield enhancement and market share growth through the development and implementation of pricing and marketing plans.</span></li><li><span >To ensure sales strategies and enabling tactics, drive both acquisition and retention of revenue throughout the DBU, Regular and Local Advantage revenue channels.</span></li><li><span >To actively monitor the market, ensuring full awareness of competitors’ strategies and actions.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Operations:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the provision of the fastest, most reliable and secure global door-to-door express transport service in the market in the most cost-effective manner.</span></li><li><span >To ensure the planning and implementation of strategies to improve service and transit time performance whilst managing costs.</span></li><li><span >To manage the effective implementation and use of appropriate technology in all sections of the service chain, in order to enhance service and improve productivity.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Information Services:</span></strong></p><p ></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the provision of professional and stage-of-the-art Information Services, enabling the business to obtain competitive advantage.</span></li></ul><p ><strong><span >Human Resources:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the provision of HR advice and services that drive and reinforce DHL’s culture and business strategies.</span></li><li><span >To ensure the provision of a supportive working environment suitable to achieving business objectives</span></li><li><span >To implement and drive regional and local recognition and reward programs.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Business Planning:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To develop annual business plans that support the agreed strategies, improve market share and service levels, as well as meeting the expected financial contribution levels to the network.</span></li><li><span >To continually review and improve business processes to improve productivity and add value to DHL services.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Financial Management:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the financial wellbeing of the company from a legal, statutory and DHL management perspective.</span></li><li><span >To set, review, and implement capital and revenue budgets.</span></li><li><span >To ensure that cost control programmes are effectively implemented to manage unit costs.</span></li><li><span >To improve liquidity through good capital and debtor management</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Change Management:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To develop and implement change projects based on technological and industry change directions/trends.</span></li><li><span >To drive and implement local integration (Note significant project may take a few years)</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Administration:</span></strong></p><p ></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the provision of suitable facilities and fleet in compliance with local statutory requirements in a cost-effective manner.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Organization Climate:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To develop an organizational culture that nurtures and encourages service excellence, quality and a ‘can do’ mindset.</span></li><li><span >To manage the improvement of Employee Satisfaction over time and work towards positioning as an employer of choice.</span></li><li><span >Create a culture of change and continuous improvement to achieve long-term success.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >People Management:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >Determine organization structure, roles and responsibility and performance targets for the function.</span></li><li><span >Develop a culture of quality, service excellence (for internal customers), flexibility and cost consciousness.</span></li><li><span >Develop team spirit and multitasking capabilities within the team.</span></li><li><span >Plan, organize and direct an efficient and effective function.</span></li><li><span >Develop IKOs/KPIs with team members and monitor individual performance.</span></li><li><span >Responsible for complying with talent management and performance process.</span></li><li><span >Manage the allocation of appropriate resources and commitment of staff to the achievement of Global, Regional and Country objectives and targets.</span></li></ul><div><font face="Delivery, sans-serif"><span ><br></span></font></div><p ><strong><span ></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span >Your Profile:</span></strong><span ></span></p><ul><li><span >5 to 7 years DHL experience managing large teams of people. In addition to prior experience in at least two core DHL functions at a senior level.</span></li><li><span >Good knowledge of Iraq Market.</span></li><li><span >Broad understanding of all functional aspects of the business and prior experience managing a complete profit and loss entity.</span></li><li><span >High degree of commercial and business acumen and an understanding of the external economic environment and how this may affect DHL's short- and long-term planning</span></li><li><span >Languages: high level of proficiency in </span><span >French, Arabic and English.</span></li><li><span >Highly proficient communication skills, spoken and written.</span></li><li><span >Solid background in the Air Express or Logistics industry.</span></li><li><span >Commercial awareness of the transportation industry, aviation and regulatory issues.</span></li><li><span >Negotiation experience.</span></li><li><span >Presentation skills.</span></li><li><span >Software skills (Microsoft applications, internet user skills, etc).</span></li><li><span >Ability and willingness to travel.</span></li><li><span >Experience in managing significant change programs and working within a matrix environment.</span></li><li><span >Experience of networking among local businesses, government and community leaders.</span></li><li><span >International business experience, working and living in multicultural and multi-racial environments.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><span ></span></p><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span ><br></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span >Our Offer:</span></strong></p><p ></p><ul><li><span >Strong career support in an international environment.</span></li><li>Great culture and colleagues.</li><li>Multifarious benefit program.</li></ul><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span ></span></p><p ><span >Do you see a personal challenge in these versatile and responsible tasks? Then apply now!</span></p><p ><span > </span></p><p ><strong><span >We look forward to receiving your application!</span></strong></p></div></div><br><br>
<p><h4>Duties</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.</strong></li>
<li>Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.</li>
<li>Provide oversight of all material handling and heavy equipment support operations.</li>
<li>Primary responsibilities will be the safety and professional operations of a daily multi-national workforce and ensuring that all work requests are completed.</li>
<li>Schedule daily work assignments of personnel.</li>
<li>Review work orders and support requests to determine safety requirements, permitting, and equipment needs.</li>
<li>Manage all work order activity to ensure that all work is properly documented and submitted for recording.</li>
<li>Provide reports and data - both required and ad hoc.</li>
<li>Ensure adequate supplies and materials are ordered for department.</li>
<li>Ensure personnel are properly trained in equipment operation.</li>
<li>Monitor and evaluate performance of personnel.</li>
<li>Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Required</h4>
<p>Minimum acceptable experience level: Two (2) years’ experience with horizontal earthwork and material handling equipment including forklifts, cranes, loaders, bulldozers, skid steers, and semi-tractor trucks.</p>
<h4>Knowledge, skills, and abilities:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Good time management skills and able to multi-task using various types of cranes and rigging gear.</li>
<li>Knowledge of proper loading techniques and forklift weight capacities.</li>
<li>Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, bend, stoop, and climb in and around construction type equipment and work in adverse climatic conditions.</li>
<li>Ability to coordinate and complete basic Transportation Movement Request (TMR).</li>
<li>Prior experience in working with a multi-national workforce.</li>
<li>Ability to extract information to produce reports.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate with a wide variety of colleagues and customers.</li>
<li>Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at an overseas facility.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.</li>
<li>Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational and time management skills.</li>
<li>Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.</li>
<li>Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.</li>
<li>Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.</li>
<li>Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Education:</strong> A high school diploma or GED.</p>
<p><strong>Passport, licenses and certifications:</strong> As part of pre-contingency requirements, by the time the visa process starts, candidates must possess a valid passport with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration date with 8 blank pages. Valid drivers’ license from home of record.</p>
<p><strong>Security vetting:</strong> Already possess a US Government issued security clearance or Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) or be able to obtain a favorable MRPT certification or US Government clearance prior to being hired is required for the position. Must maintain eligibility at the required certification or clearance level for the duration of the contract.</p>
<p><strong>Language skills:</strong> Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures.</p>
<p><strong>Medical:</strong> Successfully complete and pass the medical and dental examinations as required by Amentum and our customer for deployment to Iraq. Must maintain physical and dental requirements for duration of deployment.</p>
<h4>Desired</h4>
<ul>
<li>Relevant overseas contract experience.</li>
<li>Previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions are a plus.</li>
<li>Experience working with Amentum.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Other responsibilities</h4>
<p><strong>Safety</strong> - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.</p>
<p><strong>Quality</strong> - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.</p>
<p><strong>Procedure compliance</strong> - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.</p>
<h4>Working and living conditions</h4>
<p>This position may be located in a war zone, in an environment with harsh and dangerous working and living conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert-like environment. Temperatures can reach 120-130 degrees Fahrenheit / 50-55 degrees Celsius during the summer months. Employees must be willing and able to perform regular job requirements in this austere, extreme environment, as well as willing and able to deploy to Iraq for extended periods.</p>
<p>Work schedules are a minimum of 6 days per week and 10 hours per day, while some jobs have higher daily and weekly minimums. Employees must be willing and able to perform physical activities including, but not limited to, heavy lifting and moving of items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum; climbing in and out of equipment; crawling; and working outdoors. This includes being able to lift and carry 40 pounds of personal protective equipment for extended periods of time and being capable of running and ‘duck & cover’ during emergencies without putting oneself or others at risk.</p></p><p></p>
<p><h4>Duties</h4>
<p>Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.</p>
<p>Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals.</p>
<p>Development and updating of the operations plan and maintenance program on a monthly basis.</p>
<p>Record keeping for site data including as-builts, O&M manuals, commissioning documentation, design drawings, material and equipment cut sheets, etc.</p>
<p>Develop and maintain the MSDS program and provide access as specified for all EC personnel.</p>
<p>Develop, implement, and enforce a comprehensive safety program for all O&M Contractor staff, including periodic inspections and training programs.</p>
<p>Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.</p>
<p>Review and maintain current information manuals for building operations and repair services and maintain accurate equipment and personnel records.</p>
<p>Act as the Program Manager’s principal operations representative.</p>
<p>Responsible for the management of all O&M functions, including ensuring there are qualified personnel to meet staffing requirements, and the central planning, coordination, control, and actual performance of these functions.</p>
<p>Manage the O&M and other assigned functions on site to ensure overall contract performance, which requires getting information to and from critical operating/supporting elements and directing/coordinating actions to ensure resources are fully utilized to properly perform the mission.</p>
<p>Monitor system readiness, identify problem areas, and respond to mission requirements to perform contract requirements.</p>
<p>Direct and monitor the preventive maintenance program; accept, process, coordinate, and assign work orders, projects, and large task assignments.</p>
<p>Control resources; monitor staff proficiency and qualifications; monitor staff endurance; monitor the location and activities of assets; and coordinate the flow of information to and from O&M staff.</p>
<p>Perform additional duties and projects assigned.</p>
<h4>Required</h4>
<p><strong>Minimum acceptable experience level:</strong></p>
<p>Minimum of 15 years’ experience in operations and maintenance services, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in large facilities.</p>
<p><strong>Knowledge, skills and abilities:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrated working knowledge of operations and maintenance activities for a small plant, overseas, or military facility.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to manage required staff.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.</li>
<li>Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational and time management skills.</li>
<li>Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.</li>
<li>Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.</li>
<li>Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.</li>
<li>Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Education:</strong> A high school diploma or GED. A bachelor’s degree in business management, project management or similar discipline leading to a broad management background is preferred.</p>
<p><strong>Passport, licenses and certifications:</strong> As part of pre-contingency requirements, by the time the visa process starts, candidates must possess a valid passport with a minimum of 18 months remaining until the expiration date with 8 blank pages. Valid drivers’ license.</p>
<p><strong>Security vetting:</strong> Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain Secret Clearance.</p>
<p><strong>Language skills:</strong> Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures.</p>
<p><strong>Medical:</strong> Successfully complete and pass the medical and dental examinations as required by Amentum and our customer for deployment to Iraq. Must maintain physical and dental requirements for duration of deployment.</p>
<h4>Desired</h4>
<ul>
<li>Relevant experience, skills and knowledge of electrical, mechanical/HVAC, power generation, water systems for a large facility are strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Relevant overseas operations management experience.</li>
<li>Previous out of home country experience and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions are a plus.</li>
<li>Experience working with Amentum.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Other responsibilities</h4>
<p><strong>Safety</strong> - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.</p>
<p><strong>Quality</strong> - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.</p>
<p><strong>Procedure compliance</strong> - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.</p>
<h4>Working and living conditions</h4>
<p>This position may be located in a war zone, in an environment with harsh and dangerous working and living conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert-like environment. Temperatures can reach 120-130 degrees Fahrenheit/50-55 degrees Celsius during the summer months. Employees must be willing and able to perform regular job requirements in this austere, extreme environment, as well as willing and able to deploy to Iraq for extended periods.</p>
<p>Work schedules are a minimum of 6 days per week and 10 hours per day, while some jobs have higher daily and weekly minimums. Employees must be willing and able to perform physical activities including, but not limited to, heavy lifting and moving of items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum; climbing in and out of equipment; crawling; and working outdoors.</p>
<p>This includes being able to lift and carry 40 pounds of personal protective equipment for extended periods of time and being capable of running and ‘duck & cover’ during emergencies without putting oneself or others at risk.</p></p><p></p>