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The Quality Assurance Officer (QAO) will support and execute the Quality Assurance strategy within the aviation maintenance site as directed by the GAL QA Manager and/or Aviation Directorate in accordance with AFAD Technical Affairs Directorate regulations to ensure contractual requirements are being maintained. The QAO will also capture the defined aviation QA Key Performance Indicator(s) (KPI’s) data and report this information to the relevant maintenance program management team and the QA Manager to monitor the overall health of the aviation maintenance program.

1. Responsible for supporting the aviation maintenance site auditing scheduled as defined in the GAL maintenance contract.
2. Assist the QA Manager in meeting and ensuring compliance to the documented quality management system auditing requirements and its processes.
3. Assist in the development of the relevant quality assurance KPI(s) to measure and monitor the aviation maintenance programs performance.
4. Carry out compliance audits for both GAL as required at both headquarters and/or the maintenance sites and performs root cause analysis as required for corrective actions and support maintenance in continual improvement of the overall quality management system.
5. Performs statistical analysis, data analysis and monthly reporting to the management team.
6. Oversees and monitors the development and implementation of the continual improvement program in collaboration with the management team.
7. Recommends changes to the documented quality management system based on experience and data analysis through monthly information.
8. Maintains a professional standard and practices in all aspects of the quality program and its services and be familiar with military organizations, regulations, procedures and their chain of command.
9. Maintains familiarization and ability to comprehend and understand various engineering specifications, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) drawings and/or repair specifications of aircraft related components and/or parts.
10. Must be able to travel between maintenance sites and headquarters.

Reporting Relationship : Director of the Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE)

Expected Starting Date: For immediate hire

Job Status: Full-time

Application Deadline: The position is open until filled

Located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, and following the successful launch of The Africa Institute in 2018, Global Studies University was established in 2023 as a non-profit institution for higher education by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah.Read more .

This position reports to the Director of the Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE). The objective of the Academic Quality Assurance Officer is to support OIE’s efforts in all related business and operational functions to ensure quality assurance and monitor performance at GSU. The Quality Assurance Officer will assist in monitoring progress in matters related to quality assurance and enhancement of GSU’s progress in areas of teaching, research, and knowledge production, with the objective to facilitate the best learning environment for faculty and graduate students, and most importantly to ensure that the institute achieves the highest ranking possible within the global educational ranking systems. The overall charge is to provide support through the development of a mechanism for collecting data on the institute’s progress. One of the main objectives of the office is to enhance the institute’s ranking according to the international standards of research and teaching institutions. Through OIE and GSU processes, the QA and enhancement officer works to establish and conduct ongoing evaluations through feedback from faculty, students, and staff, leading to constant improvement and maintenance of academic standards. The goal is to demonstrate to all stakeholders the high quality of teaching, learning, research, and publishing output of its faculty and graduate students, and to make sure they meet the standards and expectations according to the best practices in global peer institutions. This will be achieved by developing risk-based institutional and subject-for-review processes.

The prospective candidate for the position should have background and long-term experience and understanding of the Academic Quality framework, including enhancement and assurance (QE&A) mechanisms; and a commitment to promoting and developing the consistency of the institute’s engagement with quality processes to enhance the student learning experience and faculty research output.

• To work on issues related to national regulation and assessment of teaching quality, student progress, and graduates’ future employment
• To coordinate external reviews of academic quality and standards as assigned
• To assist in the design and implementation of a model of continuous academic review to promptly identify and address challenges to the student experience, student progress, and graduate outcomes
• To ensure that the institute meets the expectations for the UAE-CAA Higher Education
• To manage the periodic review of the academic quality and standards
• To manage the approval processes for new academic developments as assigned
• Provide academic data analysis: report grades, exam results, and attendance
• Develops accurate information and reports for OIE to provide the Office of the Chancellor and assist in maintaining standards of performance of the institute including underachieving students
• Assist with strategic planning and monitoring of performance management in sync with CAA requirements as assigned
• To work on accreditation compliance reporting and timelines
• To work on a periodical benchmarking exercise to compare GSU to similar local, regional and international peer institutions by collecting relevant external data for purposes of benchmarking different academic and administrative functions and processes
• To prepare, review and work on submission of accreditation reports and requirements to the CAA and other accreditation bodies.
• To collaborate effectively with the Student Administration team, Academic Registration Office, and with Departments and their administrators
• Perform all other functions as assigned by the Director of OIE

• Master’s degree in a relevant field

• Requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in academic affairs, preferably, within a higher education institution
• Previous experience in data management capacity within higher education
• Experience in managing and developing data systems
• Experience in producing accurate data for reporting and assessment
• Experience in university ranking systems
• Creating and maintaining data capture and data entry templates
• Strong organizational skills, coupled with the ability to take initiative and work with limited supervision
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills, and demonstrated competency in interacting with people at all levels of the organization
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multicultural environment, to handle pressure with a positive attitude, and to meet deadlines in a demanding work environment
• Ability to keep up to date on relevant policies and procedures in line with the duties identified in the job description
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with a preference for proficiency in Arabic
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• The ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality

If you are interested, kindly send an email with your CV and a Cover Letter to the following email: . Please mention the position you are applying for in the subject line.

*Salary and further compensation commensurate with degree and experience. Benefits package includes health insurance, housing, and transportation, children’s school fees allowances subject to coordination of benefits.

*The Africa Institute (GSU) is committed to fair employment practices and encourages women and men of all national, ethnic, and religious backgrounds to apply and join our expanding team. UAE nationals are encouraged to apply.

*We anticipate a high number of applications and will do our best to respond to any queries. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted in the first instance.

Located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, and following the successful launch of The Africa Institute in 2018, Global Studies University was established in 2023 as a non-profit institution for higher education by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah.

This position reports to the Director of the Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE). The objective of the Academic Quality Assurance Officer is to support OIE’s efforts in all related business and operational functions to ensure quality assurance and monitor performance at GSU. The Quality Assurance Officer will assist in monitoring progress in matters related to quality assurance and enhancement of GSU’s progress in areas of teaching, research, and knowledge production, with the objective to facilitate the best learning environment for faculty and graduate students, and most importantly to ensure that the institute achieves the highest ranking possible within the global educational ranking systems. The overall charge is to provide support through the development of a mechanism for collecting data on the institute’s progress. One of the main objectives of the office is to enhance the institute’s ranking according to the international standards of research and teaching institutions. Through OIE and GSU processes, the QA and enhancement officer works to establish and conduct ongoing evaluations through feedback from faculty, students, and staff, leading to constant improvement and maintenance of academic standards.

The prospective candidate for the position should have background and long-term experience and understanding of the Academic Quality framework, including enhancement and assurance (QE&A) mechanisms; and a commitment to promoting and developing the consistency of the institute’s engagement with quality processes to enhance the student learning experience and faculty research output.

• To work on issues related to national regulation and assessment of teaching quality, student progress, and graduates’ future employment
• To coordinate external reviews of academic quality and standards as assigned
• To assist in the design and implementation of a model of continuous academic review to promptly identify and address challenges to the student experience, student progress, and graduate outcomes
• To ensure that the institute meets the expectations for the UAE-CAA Higher Education
• To manage the periodic review of the academic quality and standards
• To manage the approval processes for new academic developments as assigned
• Provide academic data analysis: report grades, exam results, and attendance
• Develop accurate information and reports for OIE to provide the Office of the Chancellor and assist in maintaining standards of performance of the institute including underachieving students
• Assist with strategic planning and monitoring of performance management in sync with CAA requirements as assigned
• To work on accreditation compliance reporting and timelines
• To work on a periodical benchmarking exercise to compare GSU to similar local, regional and international peer institutions by collecting relevant external data for purposes of benchmarking different academic and administrative functions and processes
• To prepare, review and work on submission of accreditation reports and requirements to the CAA and other accreditation bodies
• To collaborate effectively with the Student Administration team, Academic Registration Office, and with Departments and their administrators
• Perform all other functions as assigned by the Director of OIE

• Master’s degree in a relevant field

• Requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in academic affairs, preferably within a higher education institution
• Previous experience in data management capacity within higher education
• Experience in managing and developing data systems
• Experience in producing accurate data for reporting and assessment
• Experience in university ranking systems
• Creating and maintaining data capture and data entry templates
• Strong organizational skills, coupled with the ability to take initiative and work with limited supervision
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills, and demonstrated competency in interacting with people at all levels of the organization
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multicultural environment, to handle pressure with a positive attitude, and to meet deadlines in a demanding work environment
• Ability to keep up to date on relevant policies and procedures in line with the duties identified in the job description
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with a preference for proficiency in Arabic
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• The ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality

If you are interested, kindly send an email with your CV and a Cover Letter to the following email: Please mention the position you are applying for in the subject line.

The Quality Assurance Officer will be responsible for ensuring that all communication between agents and clients meets the company’s high standards of service, compliance, and professionalism. This role involves monitoring interactions, ensuring accurate lead management, handling customer feedback, and improving overall customer satisfaction. The position also requires effective handling of client complaints, resolution management, and reporting on all findings to the necessary managerial staff.

Call Monitoring & Evaluation:

• Conduct daily random quality checks on calls between agents and clients, ensuring that conversations meet the company’s standards and regulations.
• Ensure agents follow the correct procedures for lead management and escalate any deviations to the appropriate parties, including the line manager and department director.

Lead Management:

• Review all "junked" or discarded leads to verify the client's disinterest in investment, buying, or selling.
• Reassign leads that qualify as potential opportunities back to agents based on instructions from the CEO or head of sales.

Net Promoter Score (NPS) and Feedback:

• Conduct NPS calls with clients to rate their satisfaction with services (on a 0-10 scale) and record all feedback into the CRM system.
• Analyze NPS results and provide reports to management for action and improvement planning.

Client Feedback Management:

• Oversee Google reviews and other client feedback on service platforms. Respond to reviews professionally and ensure follow-up actions are taken to resolve issues or improve services.
• Manage and maintain a positive online presence by addressing negative reviews and ensuring constructive engagement with clients.

Custom Call Checks:

• Perform additional call quality checks as requested by the line manager or department manager, focusing on specific campaigns, agents, or types of interactions.
• Handle all incoming client complaints, ensuring a resolution is achieved within 24 hours.
• Create and maintain detailed incident reports for each complaint to track issues, resolutions, and patterns that may require further investigation or process improvement.

Reporting & Data Analysis:

• Generate comprehensive quality assurance reports that highlight call performance, NPS trends, lead handling efficiency, and client feedback trends.
• Provide actionable insights and suggestions for continuous improvement to the management team.
• Work closely with sales, customer service, and management teams to ensure all procedures are followed, and all client interactions are of the highest quality.
• Assist in training new agents based on identified areas of improvement from call monitoring and feedback collection.

Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in quality assurance, particularly within customer service or sales environments.
• Proven track record of conducting professional calls, campaign management, and handling customer feedback.

Skills:

• Strong English verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients and internal teams.
• Proficient in reporting, data analysis, and incident documentation.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and online feedback platforms (e.g., Google Reviews).
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for data reporting and analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on customer satisfaction.

• Experience in the real estate or sales industry.
• Familiarity with NPS methodology and feedback analysis.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards related to sales and customer communication.

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Food Technologist/ Safety | Retail | Marks & Spencer | UAE

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Job Purpose: The Food Technologist is responsible for ensuring that all food products, facilities, and processes comply with Marks & Spencer (M&S) standards as well as quality checks and review for the food products. The role focuses on food safety governance, compliance, and continuous improvement

What you will do:

Description of Accountability:

• Take ownership of driving KPI improvements as reported in quarterly governance reviews (KPIs include but are not limited to complaints, store and depot audit results, and product testing results).
• Drive labelling compliance across the market in line with M&S and local regulations.
• Conduct horizon scanning to monitor and evaluate changes in food safety regulations impacting local manufacturing and ensure timely adaptation.
• Own and maintain food safety compliance across hospitality operations, including Product Process Guidelines (PPGs), cleaning procedures, and allergen management.
• Ensure local facilities meet both M&S and local food safety requirements in consultation with Technical Services Leads (TSL) and Food Technologists.
• Oversee operational processes to guarantee compliance with all in-country food safety regulations

Required Skills to be successful:

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Proactive in identifying risks and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with strong cross-functional working skills.

What equips you for the role:

• Degree/Diploma in Food Technology, Food Science, Microbiology, or related field.
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, or compliance within retail, hospitality, or FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of local food safety regulations and international best practices.
• Experience in audits, compliance management, and regulatory liaison.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and build relationships across multiple stakeholders.

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Zahrawi Group is a leading company in the GCC Healthcare Industry with its presence in UAE, KSA, Qatar, Bahrain, & Oman markets. The company supplies and distributes high-quality products and services to Hospitals, Clinics, Laboratories, & Analytical Industries.

The incumbent is accountable to help establish quality control mechanisms, identify risks and define relevant risk mitigation strategies. They are also responsible for developing and implementing project standards and frameworks to ensure that its objectives are met.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Quality Assurance:

• Monitor all Cold Products from point of receiving until delivery of products to customers along with Data Logger results within the set temperature limits.
• Examine the packing of goods from the cold storage and monitor the Data Logger Report to ensure consistency.
• Check the quality of the vehicles, warehouse cleanliness, temperature control mechanism, storage conditions and validity of goods on shelves on a regular basis.
• Ensure all Zahrawi Cold Vans/Delivery Vehicles, Data Loggers are calibrated regularly and update the temperature mapping of the Warehouse.
• Ensure all required licenses and registrations as well as calibration renewals are updated before their expiry dates.
• Review all technical and quality agreements with suppliers and customers on a regular basis.

ISO Implementation:

• Create and coordinate a Quality Manual and SOPs with the Warehouse Operation, QA & RA Manager and process owners.
• Review regularly Zahrawi’s ISO Quality Manual in coordination with the Warehouse Operation, QA & RA Manager.
• File the proper forms related to each SOP on a regular basis.
• Ensure compliance and strict adherence to the ISO Quality Manual.

Warehouse Operations:

• Conduct Semi-annual Internal Audit to the Warehouse.
• Lead the Supplier Audit/Dubai Municipality Health and Safety Audit.
• Ensure all the SOPs are strictly adhered to in the Warehouse.
• Report all observed mistakes in delivery (delays, returns, double orders, wrong orders, batch/expiry differences).
• Conduct at least two agency stock checks/month and report the results vis-à-vis expiries, lot details vs. quantity on NetSuite.
• Ensure compliance with Corporate Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards.
• Conduct daily audit reports to help reduce the returned orders with relevant errors to a minimum compared to the previous years reported figures.

Product Quality Check:

• Ensure that a sample of each batch of products is secured from the WH Assistants and provide the samples along with a progress report and supplier invoice to the Warehouse Operation, QA & RA Manager for MOH release approval.
• Compile all Quality Inspection Forms prepared by the Sr. Driver & Fleet Coordinator and prepare a monthly report.
• Generate a discrepancy report to the Warehouse Operation, QA & RA Manager for MOH release approval for any late findings (excess, damaged or expired goods) in the shipment.

Warehouse Quality Check:

• Ensure that the Warehouse & Service Room are kept clean and organized.
• Ensure that the temperature control mechanism and hygiene standards are maintained in the Warehouse.
• Ensure a quick and accurate release of shipments from MOH to avoid any delays in transporting the products to the customer.
• Ensure that all stock areas are segregated properly into: Dispatching, Receiving, Returns, Hold and Expired and that no mix-up could happen at any time.

Inventory Check:

• Prepare a report of expired/near expiry goods (within 3 months) and submit it to the Warehouse Operation, QA & RA Manager.
• Coordinate with the WH Assistants to transfer all expired/near expiry products to the designated area.
• Update on Netsuite the new location of each product once it has been moved.
• Coordinate with the Principal companies along with the Sales team and Sales Coordinators for further action on the expired/near expiry products.
• Supervise the goods disposal process and secure MOH and Municipality approvals for destruction.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree - Preferably in Pharmacy.
• Candidate should be willing to move to Company Visa.
• Candidate should be based in the UAE.
• Experience: 2 - 6 years of experience within a similar field.
• Job Specific Skills: Quality Assurance, ISO implementation/audits.

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As a Quality Manager of 145 and CAMO for Fujairah Aviation Academy and CAMO of FJR Private Flight, you shall report to the General Manager for the following duties:

1. The Quality Assurance is responsible for establishing and maintaining an independent quality system to monitor compliance with GCAA requirements.
2. He is responsible for the development and implementation of a quality audit program in which compliance with all maintenance procedures is reviewed at regular intervals, in relation to each type of aircraft (or component) maintained. Any observed non-compliances or poor standards will be brought to the attention of the person concerned via his manager.
3. The Quality Assurance has direct access to the Accountable Manager in the event of any reported discrepancy not being adequately attended to by the relevant person, or in respect of any disagreement over the nature of a discrepancy.
4. With specific reference to the CAR 145 approval, the Quality Assurance is responsible for:
1. Assessing sub-contractors for extension of the quality system, and maintaining the expertise necessary to be able to do so, to the satisfaction of GCAA.
2. Assessing external specialist services required to be used by the company in the performance of maintenance.
3. Assessing suppliers of new and used components, and materials, for satisfactory product quality in relation to the needs of the FujAA AMO.
4. Preparing standard practices and procedures for use within the organization, derived from approved sources, and keeping them up to date.
5. Coordinating all communications with GCAA.
6. Responsible for ensuring that staff records are raised and maintained as required by CAR 145 in support of staff authorized to issue all levels of certification. This will include ensuring the competence of Company personnel involved in maintenance and that they are appropriately trained for their certifying responsibilities including recurrent training.
7. Controlling the issue or withdrawal of approval of certifying staff and maintaining a register of personnel qualifications and terms of inspection authorization as required by CAR 145.
5. Acting as the organization’s primary contact with the GCAA. He may deal directly with the GCAA on any matter concerning the Company CAR 145 Approval.
6. Carrying out external audits for all academy subcontractors.

• Engineering Degree and / or AME Diploma
• AME License or ICAO Type – II Basic License is preferable.
• GCAA Post holder approval, in the past, is preferable.
• Minimum 10 Years of Aviation Experience in AMO/CAMO including 05 years relevant experience of which at least 02 years should be from the aeronautical industry in an appropriate position/managerial post.