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Role Overview As a Business Operations Specialist, you will oversee and optimize enrollment conversion rates, managing financial aid distribution, strengthening accounts receivable and collections processes, and identifying opportunities to increase revenue and reduce costs.

What you’ll be doing:

Conversion Optimization: Analyze and improve the enrollment funnel to maximize student conversion rates.

Financial Aid Optimization: Oversee how financial aid is allocated and distributed, ensuring alignment with TKS’s mission while maintaining financial sustainability.

Revenue Systems: Optimize processes for accounts receivable, collections, and cash flow management.

Data & Insights: Track key revenue metrics and generate insights to guide decision-making.

What we’re looking for:

Experience: 6+ years of experience in revenue operations, business operations, finance, or related roles.

Analytical: strong with data, KPIs, and building insights into action.

Strong understanding of enrollment or sales funnels, conversion optimization, and revenue processes.

Next Steps:

Apply to the role.

We’ll reach out to you within 5 days to schedule an interview.

If you’re a good fit, you’ll get an offer!

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Job Description

GI is looking for a Business Operations Coordinator to support and streamline operations across multiple divisions, including manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, logistics, and software development. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring efficient workflows, optimizing processes, and enhancing collaboration across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and align operational activities across multiple divisions to improve efficiency.
• Support procurement and supply chain teams by tracking vendor performance, logistics, and inventory management.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to optimize processes and enhance cross-functional collaboration.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and generate reports to support decision-making.
• Assist in identifying operational bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure timely communication and coordination between departments and external stakeholders.
• Support leadership in implementing company policies, compliance measures, and operational best practices.
• Maintain accurate operational data and documentation for future reference.
• Assist teams in adopting new tools, technologies, and process improvements.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize business operations.
• High-level verbal and written communication skills for effective coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Experience in process optimization, workflow improvements, or business operations.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and process documentation.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, supply chain software, or project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in business operations, supply chain, procurement, or logistics.
• Experience in coordinating across multiple departments in a fast-paced environment.

Location:

• Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Job Description

GI is looking for a Business Operations Coordinator to support and streamline operations across multiple divisions, including manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, logistics, and software development. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring efficient workflows, optimizing processes, and enhancing collaboration across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and align operational activities across multiple divisions to improve efficiency.
• Support procurement and supply chain teams by tracking vendor performance, logistics, and inventory management.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to optimize processes and enhance cross-functional collaboration.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and generate reports to support decision-making.
• Assist in identifying operational bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure timely communication and coordination between departments and external stakeholders.
• Support leadership in implementing company policies, compliance measures, and operational best practices.
• Maintain accurate operational data and documentation for future reference.
• Assist teams in adopting new tools, technologies, and process improvements.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize business operations.
• High-level verbal and written communication skills for effective coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Experience in process optimization, workflow improvements, or business operations.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and process documentation.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, supply chain software, or project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in business operations, supply chain, procurement, or logistics.
• Experience in coordinating across multiple departments in a fast-paced environment.

Location:

• Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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The Role
Business Operations Manager – Protective Coating Join a leading company in the field of protective painting, sandblasting, and corrosion control with a robust workforce of 800 technicians delivering services on-site and offshore! Role Mission: Act as the lead account manager for a high priority industrial client, overseeing all operational execution at our service yard and the client’s facility. You will ensure service excellence, drive operational efficiency, and expand scope of services. Key Responsibilities: • Serve as the primary liaison for a major strategic industrial client. • Manage warehouse and site operations—from pipe intake to coating delivery—ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction. • Identify opportunities to upsell or cross sell additional services and negotiate contract extensions. • Monitor service delivery KPIs, financial performance, and drive margin improvement. • Ensure strict HSE compliance and adherence to SLA requirements. • Coordinate operations across logistics, quality, HSE, and finance teams.

Requirements
• 8+ years in account or operations management within industrial services, coatings, or oil & gas. • Experience managing large, strategic accounts or industrial client relationships. • Technical understanding of surface preparation, coatings, and yard-based logistics. • Strong commercial acumen and proven negotiation skills. • GCC operational experience preferred.

About the company
The Innovations Group has been operating within the UAE for close to 2 decades and is one of the market leaders in Employee Outsourcing & Recruitment services. We work across myriad industries servicing the private sector, government, banking & financial institutions and other SME's. As a pioneer in employee outsourcing, we currently have 11,000+ employees outsourced to our clients. We specialize in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions for diverse nationalities, skill sets & domain expertise.

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
The Global Advisory - Business Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the Global Director team to strengthen and expand WSP's global advisory capability. The role will drive the establishment of a unified global operating model, ensuring seamless coordination, knowledge sharing, and alignment across regions.
This position will act as a strategic enabler - fostering collaboration with regional advisory leads, building robust operational platforms, and supporting the development of new service lines and toolkits. The incumbent will also contribute to shaping the future vision for Global Advisory, including defining structures, performance frameworks, and value propositions for teams worldwide.
Through close partnership with Global Finance, Marcoms, and leadership teams, the role will oversee commercial performance tracking, communications, and strategic initiatives such as digital enablement, benchmarking, and the creation of Centres of Excellence. Ultimately, the position will ensure that the Global Advisory function operates efficiently, consistently, and with strong visibility across all markets.
+ Support the Global Director, Advisory to drive further growth globally and build upon our impressive 10,500 FTE baseline, with teams already offering services across all our end markets and sectors
+ Build solid relationships with all Advisory Regional Leads and ensuring that all regions are actively supported to offer new services
+ Design and establish a new operating platform for Global Advisory, including CV and credential database and general knowledge sharing
+ Support the strategic focus areas to understand their baseline, vision, key account management and view of commoditised vs premium services
+ Create tool-kits that regions can use to launch new services, including methodology and approaches, templates, example deliverables etc;
+ Alongside Global Director, develop a vision for Global Advisory, the model for centralised versus de-centralised teams - global resource pooling versus regional pooling etc;
+ Conduct benchmarking assessments on Big 4 and other management consultancies
+ Design new employee value proposition for Global Advisory team members including recognition and reward mechanisms
+ Work alongside Global Finance, Planning & Accounting teams to track Global Advisory against budgeted commercial KPI's set by the Global Leadership Team
+ Drive the creation of centres of excellence for Global Advisory e.g. Economics Advisory, Digital Advisory etc; and set-up the required operating platforms accordingly
+ Actively look for opportunities to digitally enable teams e.g. proposal production, service provision etc;
+ Work with Global Marcoms to produce marketing and communications regarding the Global Advisory value proposition, showcase projects and teams to raise team profile internally and externally
+ Prepare communication materials for Global Director for Townhalls, Global Leadership Team Meetings and other external business briefings
+ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or a related discipline; a Master's degree is preferred.
+ 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a consulting or professional services environment.
+ Prior experience within a Big Four or leading management consultancy is highly desirable.
+ Proven track record in business operations, project management, or PMO functions, with the ability to oversee cross-regional initiatives.
+ Strong understanding of financial management, governance frameworks, and cross-functional coordination.
+ Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to engage and influence at executive levels.
+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and collaboration platforms such as SharePoint and Power BI.
+ Demonstrated ability to operate in a global, fast-paced environment, balancing strategic priorities with operational delivery.
Soft skills:
+ Excellent communication skills, ability to create strong concise messages and create powerful stories.
+ Strategic thinker, able to create a vision for the optimal operating models but also able implement.
+ Ability to influence rather than manage and direct, hence encourage global teams to think differently and utilise global benchmarks / world class ways of working.
+ Strong project management and coordination skills to extract and pull required information and data.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
**With us, you can. Apply today.**

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
The Global Advisory - Business Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the Global Director team to strengthen and expand WSP's global advisory capability. The role will drive the establishment of a unified global operating model, ensuring seamless coordination, knowledge sharing, and alignment across regions.
This position will act as a strategic enabler - fostering collaboration with regional advisory leads, building robust operational platforms, and supporting the development of new service lines and toolkits. The incumbent will also contribute to shaping the future vision for Global Advisory, including defining structures, performance frameworks, and value propositions for teams worldwide.
Through close partnership with Global Finance, Marcoms, and leadership teams, the role will oversee commercial performance tracking, communications, and strategic initiatives such as digital enablement, benchmarking, and the creation of Centres of Excellence. Ultimately, the position will ensure that the Global Advisory function operates efficiently, consistently, and with strong visibility across all markets.
+ Support the Global Director, Advisory to drive further growth globally and build upon our impressive 10,500 FTE baseline, with teams already offering services across all our end markets and sectors
+ Build solid relationships with all Advisory Regional Leads and ensuring that all regions are actively supported to offer new services
+ Design and establish a new operating platform for Global Advisory, including CV and credential database and general knowledge sharing
+ Support the strategic focus areas to understand their baseline, vision, key account management and view of commoditised vs premium services
+ Create tool-kits that regions can use to launch new services, including methodology and approaches, templates, example deliverables etc;
+ Alongside Global Director, develop a vision for Global Advisory, the model for centralised versus de-centralised teams - global resource pooling versus regional pooling etc;
+ Conduct benchmarking assessments on Big 4 and other management consultancies
+ Design new employee value proposition for Global Advisory team members including recognition and reward mechanisms
+ Work alongside Global Finance, Planning & Accounting teams to track Global Advisory against budgeted commercial KPI's set by the Global Leadership Team
+ Drive the creation of centres of excellence for Global Advisory e.g. Economics Advisory, Digital Advisory etc; and set-up the required operating platforms accordingly
+ Actively look for opportunities to digitally enable teams e.g. proposal production, service provision etc;
+ Work with Global Marcoms to produce marketing and communications regarding the Global Advisory value proposition, showcase projects and teams to raise team profile internally and externally
+ Prepare communication materials for Global Director for Townhalls, Global Leadership Team Meetings and other external business briefings
+ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or a related discipline; a Master's degree is preferred.
+ 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a consulting or professional services environment.
+ Prior experience within a Big Four or leading management consultancy is highly desirable.
+ Proven track record in business operations, project management, or PMO functions, with the ability to oversee cross-regional initiatives.
+ Strong understanding of financial management, governance frameworks, and cross-functional coordination.
+ Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to engage and influence at executive levels.
+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and collaboration platforms such as SharePoint and Power BI.
+ Demonstrated ability to operate in a global, fast-paced environment, balancing strategic priorities with operational delivery.
Soft skills:
+ Excellent communication skills, ability to create strong concise messages and create powerful stories.
+ Strategic thinker, able to create a vision for the optimal operating models but also able implement.
+ Ability to influence rather than manage and direct, hence encourage global teams to think differently and utilise global benchmarks / world class ways of working.
+ Strong project management and coordination skills to extract and pull required information and data.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
**With us, you can. Apply today.**

Consultant to Develop a Strategic Plan to Upgrade ICBA's GenBank Operations

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 focused on marginal areas where an estimated 1.7 billion people live, helping to improve food security and livelihoods for some of the poorest rural communities around the world.

ICBA is seeking a qualified and experienced consultant to assist in the development of its strategic plan to upgrade its GenBank facility and operations. The selected consultant will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of this initiative.

Job Summary

ICBA's mission revolves around unlocking the genetic potential concealed within its GenBank facility, which boasts an extensive array of genetic resources. With over 16,000 accessions spanning more than 230 species, ICBA's GenBank collection emphasizes species exhibiting remarkable heat and salinity tolerance, as well as exceptional water use efficiency. The significance of this repository extends beyond scientific interest, as it plays a critical role in addressing the pressing challenges posed by climate change and global food security.

ICBA seeks to engage a qualified consultant to implement a comprehensive strategic plan for the GenBank facility. This initiative aims to assess the current status of the facility, prioritize species and traits, conduct a gap analysis, upgrade infrastructure, enhance data management and digitalization, foster collaboration and networking, establish research and breeding partnerships, conduct educational and outreach activities, outline a sustainability plan, and establish a robust monitoring and evaluation framework.

Job Responsibilities

1. Assessment of Current Status
   • Conduct a thorough assessment of the GenBank operations, including facilities, infrastructure, storage conditions, operations model/practices, data management systems, and human capital.
   • Identify gaps and areas that require improvement.
   • Evaluate the effectiveness of the genebank's conservation and utilization strategies, considering factors such as genetic diversity, seed viability, and documentation.
   • Provide recommendations for improving infrastructure, capacity building, and resource allocation to ensure the long-term sustainability of the genebank.
2. Prioritization of Species and Traits
   • Prioritize species and traits that align with current agricultural and environmental challenges in marginal environments.
   • Focus on food and feed crop species for cash or food security with potential for improving high nutrition, heat and salinity tolerance, and water use efficiency.
3. Gap Analysis
   • Identify missing genetic resources that complement the existing collection.
   • Focus on species or traits of high value for addressing current and future challenges.
   • Evaluate the legal status and compliance with the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture of ICBA’s collection.
4. Collaboration and Networking
   • Propose potential collaborations with research institutions, agricultural organizations, and stakeholders.
   • Propose a plan for sharing genetic resources, exchanging knowledge, and working collectively on broader challenges.
   • Analyze the genebank's role in supporting regional and global agricultural research and development goals.
5. Research and Breeding Partnerships
   • Identify potential partnerships with plant breeders and researchers to develop new varieties with improved traits.
   • Propose a plan for the adoption of these traits in crops.
6. Educational and Outreach Activities
   • Develop an agenda for workshops, seminars, and training sessions to raise awareness about genetic resources.
   • Develop a plan to engage the scientific community and the general public in the importance of genetic resources and their applications.
7. Long-Term Sustainability
   • Develop a sustainability plan outlining funding and management strategies.
   • Diversify funding sources and explore partnerships with public and private entities.
8. Monitoring and Evaluation
   • Propose a plan for regularly monitoring the impact of investments and initiatives.
   • Propose a plan to evaluate the success of breeding programs and the facility's contribution to addressing challenges.
   • Identify opportunities for collaboration and partnerships to enhance the genebank's impact and reach.
9. Strategic Plan Development
   • Develop a comprehensive strategic plan outlining key objectives, priorities, and action steps for the future development and management of the GenBank facility.

Qualifications and Experience

• Extensive experience in genetic resource management and crop improvement.
• Demonstrated success in managing similar projects.
• Relevant academic qualifications (PhD) in plant breeding, agriculture, or related fields.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proposal Submission

Interested consultants should submit a proposal that includes:

• A cover letter expressing interest and understanding of the assignment.
• Detailed methodology and approach to address the scope of work.
• An itemized budget, including all anticipated costs.
• A work plan outlining key milestones and timelines.
• Curriculum vitae or company profile.
• References or examples of previous relevant work.

Post Date: 17 October 2023

Status: Closed

Vacancy Type: Consultancy

Closing Date:

Location: ICBA and Remote

Report To: ICBA

Job Number: NA

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We are looking for an organized and proactive Operations Management Coordinator to manage daily office operations, support the COO, and coordinate cross-department tasks.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage the COO’s calendar, meetings, travel, and records.
2. Prepare and distribute reports, presentations, and documents with departments.
3. Organize and maintain files for correspondence, project documents, and financials.
4. Act as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders (consultants, contractors, vendors, authorities).
5. Track and organize project documents (tenders, contracts, schedules, etc.) to ensure they are up-to-date and accessible.
6. Handle confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications:

1. 3+ years of experience in Document Control, Executive Assistant, or Coordinator roles in construction.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
3. Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
4. Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently.

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This is a remote position.

Key Responsibilities:

Bid Management: Manage the end-to-end bid process, from opportunity identification to proposal submission, for large-scale IT projects in the banking sector. Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the client's requirements, preferences, and evaluation criteria. Collaborate with the sales team, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to develop winning bid strategies and proposals. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry best practices. Sales Operations: Develop and maintain sales performance metrics, dashboards, and reports to track sales progress, pipeline growth, and conversion rates. Analyze sales data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Provide sales forecasting, pipeline management, and opportunity qualification support to the sales team. Develop and maintain sales playbooks, sales enablement materials, and other sales tools to support the sales team. Work with legal team for formation of agreements and contracts. Sales Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute sales strategies to pursue new business opportunities in the banking sector. Conduct market research and competitor analysis to stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices. Collaborate with the sales team to develop account plans, sales plans, and opportunity plans. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with the sales team, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication. Provide regular updates on bid progress, sales performance, and market trends to senior management and other stakeholders. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders. Requirements

Requirements:

Education:  Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. Experience:  3-5 years of experience in bid management, sales operations, or a related field, preferably in the IT industry with a focus on banking. Skills: Strong understanding of the IT industry, banking domain, and sales operations. Excellent bid management, sales strategy, and planning skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with CRM systems, such as Salesforce.com, is a plus. Personal Qualities: Results-driven and motivated individual with a strong desire to succeed. Strong team player with excellent collaboration and communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Benefits Attractive Salary packages: AED 10,000 - AED 15,000 + NAFIS Benefist required by law