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The International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) is an international, non-profit agricultural research center established in 1999 through the visionary leadership of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) Fund, the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD), and the Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). ICBA is a unique applied agricultural research center in the world that is focused on marginal areas where an estimated 1.7 billion people live. It identifies, tests and introduces resource-efficient, climate-smart crops and technologies that are best suited to different regions affected by salinity, water scarcity and drought. Through its work, ICBA helps to improve food security and livelihoods for some of the poorest rural communities around the world. ICBA is an equal opportunity employer and appoints qualified staff regardless of race, creed, color, age, gender, religion or national origin. We demonstrate our commitment to each member of our team through a competitive benefits package designed to assist our employees to cover their needs and the needs of their immediate family members.

Job Summary

The Project Development Specialist position is a combined role that includes proposal development and host country special projects development and tracking, in addition to any assignment projects from the DG office.

The incumbent will support ICBA’s scientists and the Head of the Partnerships and Resource Mobilization (PRM) Unit in the preparation of project proposals that meet the requirements of ICBA’s prospective donors. Also, work closely with the DG in proposing new projects for the host country and track and report on development. Moreover, to lead special ICBA projects initiatives by the DG office.

Projects Development Component:

To manage ICBA host country (UAE) projects and ensure proper tracking, communication and progress on development. As well as, design and lead in consultation with the Director General, special initiatives in relation to the host country, Women, Youth engagements and COPs.

Job Responsibilities

• Participating in the planning of pitches and approaches;
• Researching the contexts in which the proposed projects will be implemented and reflecting relevant information in the grant application;
• Lead the implementation of special projects, such as the Conference of Parties (COPs), ensuring effective execution and timely delivery of project outcomes;
• Articulating clearly how ICBA’s proposed projects address donors’ objectives and national strategies; or the host country’s interest.
• Developing theories of change and/or logical frameworks;
• Providing input to partner/subcontractor selection;
• Developing project budgets, ensuring that all ICBA services are included as appropriate;
• Flagging to management when full-cost recovery cannot be achieved and proposing solutions;
• Ensuring that all grant applications are well written, concise, persuasive, and presented in a structured and easy to follow manner;
• Ensuring grant applications are compliant with ICBA’s and/or donors’ branding guidelines and making the best use of graphic design to enhance their presentation;
• Coordinating initiatives falling under the Directorate General's Office (DGO), including but not limited to initiatives focused on women and youth empowerment, by facilitating collaboration among stakeholders, managing project timelines, and monitoring progress;
• Working within time and cost constraints.
• Identifying grant opportunities using ICBA’s subscriptions and proactive online searches;
• Identify funding opportunities for ICBA special initiatives and projects in coordination with DGO.
• Propose and develop funding packages and guidelines for each special project.
• Managing the alert system for open calls for proposals within the ICBA intranet;
• Working closely with ICBA’s scientists and specialists to ensure that appropriate action is taken in response to these calls for proposals;
• Repositioning past proposals in response to new opportunities;
• Ensuring all grant and funding opportunities are addressed timely and professionally.
• Identifying strategic themes that address donors and funders objectives and ensuring they are incorporated into grant applications or special project proposals;
• Supporting the development of pricing models, a database for operational costs, and a repository of costing guidelines from major donors;
• Supporting internal and external capacity development in project proposal preparation and special projects;
• Attending relevant events to represent ICBA, and gather information on donor and partner interests;
• Performing any other tasks as assigned by the DGO and Head of PRM.

Qualifications and Experience

• University degree in development studies or a related field, preferably at Masters level
• A minimum of 5 years of proposal writing experience, preferably related to agriculture research and development
• Demonstrated ability to write technical scopes of work and develop budgets.
• Knowledge of the international agricultural and/or development arena with a focus on food, water, and nutrition security
• Excellent writing skills in English; Arabic an advantage
• Advanced computer literacy
• Strong Arabic and English communication, presentation and networking skills
• Ability to negotiate proposals and position the center as a priority.
• Ability to travel and represent ICBA locally and internationally.
• High level of management, monitoring and reporting skills
• Project Management and Development skills
• Strategic mindset, analytical skills, attention to detail
• Rapport and relationship building at organizational level
• Project management skills, problem solving, organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
• Results driven, innovative and able to work on own initiative

Other Skills and Competencies

• Strategic mindset, analytical skills, attention to detail
• Rapport and relationship building at organizational level
• Project management skills, problem solving, organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
• Results driven, innovative and able to work on own initiative

Post Date: 7 October 2024

Status: Open

Vacancy Type: Full-time

Closing Date:

Location: Dubai, UAE

Report To: Head of PRM and the Director General

Job Number: ICBA-DGO-

JOB PURPOSE

Manage the delivery of local and international projects in time, budget and quality

Manage and ensure efficient project delivery and execution as per Development Management guidelines and Aldar standards, including the coordination of external stakeholders and providers attending in the project

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to develop project timelines
• Collect input from Scheduling and quality and recommend realistic project plan and timeline
• Recommend design standards that ensure cost effectiveness and innovation in conjunction with Development Management
• Obtain approval from the related development and design head
• Coordinate with Development Management on defining the detailed project schedule and cost
• Work closely with Procurement to develop initial project cost estimates
• Challenge assumptions, raise flags and provide expertise to ensure realistic estimates
• Partner with development and design department to assess impact of any changes in design or plans on construction
• Support in developing mitigation and corrective actions once construction is underway
• Inform procurement on any changes in contractor’s scope of work, support procurement in negotiation of updated contract with contractors
• Monitor progress of project works, and develop a risk mitigation plan in case any issues arise
• Provide input on contractor and sub-contractor selection and scope-of work drafting based on inputs from Tendering
• Assess vendor performance, and draft a performance scorecard for all 3rd party service providers
• Manage consultant resources to ensure appropriate and optimal deployment
• Ensure contractors deliver services within scope of work (cost, quality, time)
• Provide contractors with detailed project schedules so that they are aware of critical milestones
• Maintain and update all project related documents, especially ones that are filled on-site
• Support in final handover to Asset Management department with all documents
• Responsible for safety and environmental compliance at project sites
• Provide input to Infrastructure and Government Relations department to obtain licenses and permits for construction, and anticipate any delays that might be caused
• Assist Audit and Accounting departments in audits and project accounting activities
• Provide input for setting up cross-functions SLAs, ensure compliance of the function with SLAs
• Contribute to the generation of lessons learned on all projects to prevent reoccurrence of the same risks on future projects
• Manage project portfolio within approved budget, schedule and quality in accordance with development guidelines and consistent with ALDAR/Government goals.
• Coordinate closely with internal and external stakeholders on all issues related to additional requests and modifications from the start of construction to the hand-over of developments to end users
• Manage all project activities related to infrastructure and ensure compliance with ALDAR requirements and authorities’ standards
• Monitor all project schedules and cash flows for adherence to original schedule and budget and ensure progress is accurately reported to management
• Identify deviations from plan and initiate mitigation actions to compensate for deviations in close alignment with Development Management
• Establish and improve network with Government entities for smooth processing of licenses and permits
• Manage project progress revenue (VOWD) in accordance with targets to achieve overall KPIs

Min of 14+ years of experience in project management oversight in a real estate company with annual revenue of at least AED 2 billion.

Min of 6+ years in a related managerial position

• Proven experience of managing construction for developments with CAPEX 4-6 billion AED.
• Strong knowledge and exposure to the GCC real estate market
• Proven expertise in contractor management having managed construction contracts worth at least AED 200 million

• HSE champion with a proven track record <2% safety incidents
• Excellent project management skills having managed construction projects of at least AED 100 million in value
• Ability to manage large teams of at least 50 people
• Ability to manage more than one project at a time; plan and execute tasks as per project schedule and budget
• Strong conflict resolution and management skills for resolving conflicts on the field

Overview

Join Our Team – Exciting Opportunity for a Catering Specialist! We are currently seeking a Catering Specialist to be part of our growing team. Preference will be given to UAE National candidates.

Responsible in providing 24/7 catering and logistics support to the team to ensure smooth operation of all flights and ensure seamless service to our Guests, in order to ensure 24 -hour support, the SCSO (Senior Catering Officer) is to operate on shift duty pattern to ensure required coverage.

• Responsible for preparing catering orders and forwarding the finalized orders to the catering agents at base and at outstations in coordination with the pursers, cabin crew as per the VIP customer profile.
• Responsible for acquiring and maintaining a database of menus and pricing from all destinations, so that required catering is planned according to the provided menu/ pricing.
• Responsible for preparing menus as per VIP profile.
• Follow-up on daily flight movement (i.e. AIMS) and coordinate with handlers/ caterers/ hotels/ restaurants at base and down-route.
• Liaise with appointed stakeholders/ vendors at base and down route (i.e. flower vendor, dry stores, commissary services, catering companies, hotels, restaurants, etc.) ensuring the required uplifts.
• Liaise with Flight Crew & Pursers and provide a copy of the flowers/ Dry Stores/ catering order planned for the flight.
• Coordinate with Sales, Crew Scheduling, Flight Operations & Ground Operations Logistics to ensure on-time performance of departing/ arriving Flights i.e. caterers and high-loaders/ cleaners/ etc.
• Follow-up with relevant stakeholders in case of diversions, delays, change in schedule or cancellations of a flights.
• Place catering and dry store orders for flights in UAE and outstation for Flight Crew and VIPs
• Update data base with flights information, details of the catering providers and status of the required services.
• Handle short notice flights, monitor flight progress, and ensure on time performance
• Manage changes in departure or arrival time in a timely manner in order to ensure OTP.
• Arrange Logistics, Transportation and Payment Method of catering from hotel to base and liaise with local handler for collection or for entry facilitation.

Job Title: Project Management Administrator

Location: Dubai, AE, 28442

Business Unit: Thermal Process Management

Posting Date: Sep 26, 2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a Project Technician to support our Project Engineering and Site Leadership. This role involves administrative and technical support across various project phases, including documentation, submittals, and job order package creation.

• Manage document control functions including submittals, receipts, and final record book creation.
• Maintain logs for all incoming and outgoing transmittals.
• Organize and track client documents such as specifications and drawings.
• Prepare documentation for third-party inspections.
• Provide support to Project Engineers and Project Managers throughout project lifecycles.
• Enter sales orders for engineered projects.
• Maintain design, production, and shipment schedules in ERP systems.
• Create job order packages including bill of materials and man-hour verification.
• Scan and archive returned job order packages from production.
• Assist in final project close-out activities.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2–5 years of customer service or technical support experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and MS Office Suite.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Full-time position with occasional extended hours based on operational needs.
• On-site role in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery and production processes.

• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Needs to be able to communicate and function within Saudi Arabia.
• Ability to communicate with diverse mix of nationalities coming to Saudi preferred.

• Basic computer skills required such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to be trained and operate within CSI Ametek ERP system.

• Highly motivated individual willing to take on additional responsibilities and duties under a challenging and compressed schedules.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information.

We are seeking an experienced PMO Lead to oversee the Project Management Office (PMO) for our operations in UG UAE. The role is responsible for ensuring cost-effective project delivery that meets client requirements, on time and within budget, while leading and developing the project management team.

• Project Delivery & Governance – Oversee the initiation and execution of all projects, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Act as Senior Project Manager on select projects while guiding and supporting other Project Managers.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Review and approve project schedules, budgets, execution plans, and progress reports.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Monitor project issues and risks, ensuring timely resolution and effective mitigation measures.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Ensure effective project monitoring, control, and compliance with company processes and standards.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Promote a culture of change management and continuous improvement across all project activities.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Ensure timely and accurate preparation of project and financial reports.
• Leadership & Team Development – Lead, mentor, and develop the Project Management Team to achieve high performance and operational excellence.
• Leadership & Team Development – Set clear performance objectives, conduct quarterly reviews, and resolve non-performance issues promptly.
• Leadership & Team Development – Assess training and career development needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Leadership & Team Development – Monitor workloads across the team to ensure schedules and deliverables are not impacted.
• Stakeholder Communication – Ensure Project Managers maintain effective communication with internal teams and external clients.
• Stakeholder Communication – Prepare and deliver clear progress and activity reports for senior management and clients.
• Stakeholder Communication – Consult and collaborate with stakeholders to align project specifications and expectations.
• Compliance, Ethics & Safety – Uphold company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements in line with the Unique Hydra Quality & Safety Manual.
• Compliance, Ethics & Safety – Lead by example in maintaining high ethical standards, corporate governance, and professional conduct.
• Compliance, Ethics & Safety – Ensure compliance with QSHE, ISO standards, and foster a ZERO HARM safety culture.
• Compliance, Ethics & Safety – Exercise authority to stop work if unsafe conditions are observed and report to HSE or management.

Academic Qualification: Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering and Project Management.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of proven experience in Project Management, including at least 5 years in a Lead or Senior PM capacity.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects within budget and schedule constraints.
• Strong track record of leading project teams and ensuring successful delivery of client specifications.

Core Skills & Competencies

• People Management – Ability to lead, mentor, and develop project management teams.
• Project Engineering & Project Management Expertise – Skilled in planning, execution, and monitoring of projects across multiple disciplines.
• Leadership & Delegation – Capable of driving performance, assigning responsibilities effectively, and building a high-performing culture.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills – Outstanding ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders, present proposals, and influence decisions.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking – Strong ability to resolve complex project issues and make data-driven decisions.
• Collaboration & Team Development – Promotes teamwork, empathy, and a collaborative work environment.
• Organizational Skills – Adept at managing multiple priorities, maintaining focus under pressure, and ensuring timely project delivery.
• Integrity & Professionalism – Demonstrates high ethical standards and commitment to quality and safety.

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Our client is a leading real estate construction, development and project management entity, serving clients across three continents for over two decades with operations in Egypt and Saudi Arabia, now establishing their new office in the UAE.

• Reputation & image management for senior leadership and the wider group.
• Social media strategy & build-up to strengthen visibility across platforms.
• Elite networking & memberships - securing representation across clubs, forums, and cultural platforms (e.g. Tiger 21, Gatsby, socio-art circles, business clubs).
• Events & gatherings - designing and delivering high-profile events and exclusive forums.
• Marketing leadership - integrating PR with strategic marketing to reinforce both personal and corporate brand positioning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers.
• Act as the main point of contact for all external communications and media inquiries.
• Monitor media coverage and report on the effectiveness of PR campaigns.
• Manage crisis cstrategies to safeguard the company's reputation.
• Stay updated on market trends and industry developments to inform PR strategies.

A successful Public Relations Manager should have:

• A degree in public relations, communications, or a related field.
• Experience in managing public relations campaigns
• Strong media relations and networking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in using PR tools and monitoring software.
• An understanding of brand positioning and reputation management.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a marketing and agency environment.