Sunday 17 February 2013

Director of Revenue - Al Marwa Rayhaan - Mecca - Saudi Arabia

You should ideally have a degree in the hospitality field with previous experience in a similar role for minimum two years within the Reservations / Revenue Department of a hotel. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills and strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential. Computer literacy and previous experience with Opera is a must.

As a Director of Revenue / Revenue Manager you are responsible to maximize revenue through room reservation by setting proactive selling strategies and action plans in order to achieve the budgeted revenue thereby maintaining a healthy business and your role will include key responsibilities such as:

•Design and implement a continuous pro-active, selling strategy and action plan, which will drive the optimization of hotel profits
•Have the foresight to capture any unexpected opportunities and implement recovery plans to counter act threats to business
•Oversee the maximization of revenues through the combined efforts of the Reservations, Sales & MICE Sales Departments.
•Assist Director of Sales & Marketing in the preparation of month end report
•Prepare necessary data required for revenue budgets and assist management team in preparing yearly budgets
•Ensure Rotana strategies and structure are met at all times

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Assistant Chief Steward - Al Marwa Rayhaan - Mecca - Saudi Arabia

You should ideally have a degree in hospitality with previous experiences in the Stewarding Department within a hotel. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, along with strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities are essentials. Due to country legal requirements, only Muslim Indonesian candidates can be considered. Knowledge & Competencies.

As an Assistant Chief Steward you are responsible to assist the Chief Steward to enforce the highest possible cleanliness and hygiene standards in all food processing facilities, as well as the operating equipment and your role will include key responsibilities such as:

•Concentrate on the physical operation of the department and be responsible for the smooth running of the whole operation
•Meet with each stewarding employee to give all necessary instructions according to the events of the day
•Check more specifically the proper use of chemicals and washing accessories
•Meet with the Chef on Duty to see what the special kitchen requirements are for the present day and the following one
•Meet with the Assistant Food & Beverage Manager or Outlet Manager to check their requirements for the day and the next day
•Take all necessary actions to reduce the loss of silverware / flatware
•Ensure that all food is returned to the kitchen
•Schedule preventive maintenance work and coordinate with Engineering

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Director of Sales - Al Marwa Rayhaan - Mecca - Saudi Arabia

You should be holding a bachelor degree in sales and be computer literate with effective and outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written. Due to country legal requirements, only Muslim Indonesian candidates can be considered.

As a Director of Sales you are responsible to monitor sales production and adjust sales activities to achieve planned goals within your region in order to deliver qualified leads and service existing accounts, whereby your role will include key responsibilities such as:

•Monitor sales production and adjust sales activities, account coverage and sales priorities as necessary to achieve plan goals
•Plan, establish goals and administer Outbound Sales Office function to deliver qualified leads and service existing accounts
•Develop active communication and close rapport with local authorities such as tourism board, convention bureau, airlines, Rotana area sales offices and other sources of sales information and support
•Assess group business to maximize contribution from available public space and generate room revenues whilst achieving banqueting budgets
•Develop annual sales department budget and execute the sales programs and activities within it, assisted by Superiors
•Identify sources of individual business and allocate the resources to develop relationships with them
•Ensure understanding of position requirements, goals and standards of performance of the sales department
•Review and finalize corporate section of the month end sales report prior to submitting it to the concerned

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Credit Officer of Risk Management - Client of Gulf Connexions - Manama - Bahrain

Job Description
Responsibilities:

Assist in Stress Testing. Review of direct equity investments and AFS investments. Report building for operational risks through RCSA and KRIs data. Analyse Moody’s rating data, rating books and rating presentations. Review of internal ratings of all loans and investments, including treasury AFS investments. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Minimum of 5 years of notable experience in handling credit risk in a Bank or Audit firm in the region. Preferably an Arab National with relative work experience in the region.  

Candidates who qualify for this position may kindly quote the Job Title in the subject of your email and send your CV as an attachment in MS Word Document format to benedict.santos@gulfconnexions.com Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Sales Manager - Client of Accor - Manama - Bahrain

Job Description
Overview:

The sales manager applies the sales strategy of his/her business unit in order to develop and retain the customer portfolios in his/her sector. Main Responsibilities: …Integrate, train and supervise a team of sales executives …Hold meetings with customers: key accounts, complex sales, training for sales executives …Initiate specific sales actions in the area, in line with the global action plan …Adjust the sales plan according to information received from operational staff …Analyse and check how the market is developing: monthly reporting, define new management charts, budget management. I am the main point of contact in sales for operational staff. I am responsible for achieving or exceeding the quantitative sales targets in my area. I ensure that the brands' commercial offers are respected and that everyone complies to all applicable standards. Skills / Qualities: Commercial know-how Good negotiation and persusasion skills Good interpersonal skills and an outgoing personality Teaching and motivational skills Good listening and communication skills Adaptable Thorough and well organised Excellent speaking skills Ability to manage multiple relationships and conflicting interests Awareness of the competitive environment of the area Education / Professional experience: Vocational diploma in sales, Business School 2 to 5 years' experience in "Business to Business" sales Experience in team management Good working knowledge of English. Sound IT skills

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Investment Manager - Client of Accor - Manama - Bahrain

Job Description
The ideal candidate will be familiar with entire investment cycle and will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating and screening potential investment opportunities in the GCC, Middle East and other regions. Responsibilities: Conduct required research for project on initial stage and prepare Information Memorandum and other marketing materials for new projects. Communicate with financial institutions and act on behalf of the clients to negotiate financing for different investments. Develop network with corporate and financial institutions and manage due diligence process with external advisors. Build, maintain and present financial models for the investment team and analyze potential projects. Manage and follow up with projects post acquisition to ensure positive returns and timely exit. Requirements: Bachelor’s in Finance, Banking, Investment Management or equivalent, though a professional degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking or Investment Management will be an added advantage. Minimum of 6 years of experience in related investment environment ideally in a financial institution in the GCC. Strong knowledge of financial products and a proven track record in identifying, developing and maintaining new businesses. Ability to frequently travel to handle deals.

Candidates who qualify for this position may kindly quote the Job Title in the subject of your email and send your CV as an attachment in MS Word Document format to mariam.ad@gulfconnexions.com Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Traffic Modellers - Parsons Corporation - Doha - Qatar

Job Description
Performs conventional and moderately-complex engineering assignments, applying engineering techniques and analyses within a discipline. The Engineer at this level is proficient in the utilization of standard engineering theories and practices, and Company procedures.
 This position requires a self-motivated individual who possesses the ability to successfully complete traffic engineering assignments and problem solve complex traffic operational issues.
 Carrying out demand forecasting and transport model analysis required to assist with the traffic impact studies.
 Reviewing and checking traffic study reports and impact analysis reports prepared by consultants and contractors for various road and development projects.
 Work closely with related teams and develop traffic congestion management plans by providing data and technical support as needed
 Provides input and technical guidance to CAD Designer/Drafters, Designers working on the same project.
 Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Desired Candidate Profile
Degree in Civil / Traffic Engineering with minimum 5 years experience in traffic operations and analysis of various traffic projects preferably in Gulf region.
 A strong understanding of transport modelling, demand forecast and multi-modal methodologies.
 Must have experience with Traffic Impact Studies, Traffic Operational Analysis, Pavement Marking and Signing.
 Must have thorough working knowledge with traffic analysis tools such as SYNCHRO, VISUM, VISSUM, VISSIM, HCS, CORSIM and other traffic engineering – modeling software.
 Must have excellent written and oral communications skills in English.

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