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Health Insurance Product Development Analyst page is loaded# Health Insurance Product Development Analystremote type: On-sitelocations: Dubai, United Arab Emiratestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: **The Position:**Provide advanced professional input to Product Development, Client Solutions and Proposition assignments/projects to ensure our organisation becomes an undisputed partner of choice to the people we serve, and maximize our growth strategy for Cigna Middle East and Africa Responsible for refreshing existing core products and propositions that will help drive incremental growth, as well as introduce new products and enhancements to propositions that are compliant and competitive within target market(s) and segments. Responsible for the growth and development of other team members**Main Duties/Responsibilities:*** Key contributor and advisor to the Head of Product & Solution Strategy and Vendor Management with the development of regionally appropriate, compliant and competitive products and propositions for all of Cigna MEA (Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Lebanon, Africa) and segments (Top-Tier, Mid-Tier, ‘local/domestic’) for both Group and Individual, in line with our Simple, Affordable and Predictable strategy and executing our business strategic priorities.* Lead Local Product forum with internal stakeholders, creating governance, gathering feedback to inform team priorities and planning and to communicate team strategies and updates* Lead strategic business priorities to execute on business goals and objectives* Influence and lead on departmental priorities to ensure their execution to further enable our growth and earnings targets* Be agile on ad-hoc business priorities eg New product or operating model requirements for a strategic new business client* Reacting to any regulatory market change, displaying agility and adaptability, whilst continuing to execute on the business strategic priorities.* Representing the Product & Solution Strategy Team in Steer Co meetings, clearly articulating the progress and mapping out recommendations with a well thought out analytical approach while being open and candid on any risks.* Lead Global (Cignalinks) projects, being the conduit between the local and global teams, sharing the required local regulatory requirements globally and being instrumental in determining the appropriate operating models based on both global and local capabilities and requirements* Training, developing and leading other members of the Product & solution Strategy team* Partner with internal teams (Sales, Client Management, Underwriting, Actuary, IT and Operations) impacted in the product development process to collectively design, develop and launch new product initiatives.* Support the product roadmap priorities and ensure continued alignment to achieving our growth strategy* Project management responsibility for new product development initiatives, when a project manager is not allocated, working in an Agile environment* Communicate and work with peers in the product team to knowledge share* Understand and leverage partnership strengths and capabilities to support growth within the markets* Evaluate product portfolio status on an annual basis* Provide updates to the Head of Product for reporting to senior management* Report project status, resource utilization and ability to recommend changes to improve the team’s overall effectiveness* Opportunity to work in a dynamic and agile team, working on strategic projects across the propositions team, including individual and health services segments**Qualifications/Experience Required:*** Bachelors Degree preferred; MBA or Masters Degree or equivalent experience* Minimum 2-3 years experience/knowledge of domestic and expatriate healthcare products and services, preferably within Sales, Operations, Product or Marketing, and preferably with knowledge of group propositions.* Excellent written and oral communication skills* Experience of project management preferred**Competencies:*** Manages Ambiguity* Nimble Learning* Drives Results* Courage* Communicates effectively* Collaborates**About Cigna Healthcare**Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.*Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.**If* *you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: for support. Do not email for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.* #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Retail and Product Development Manager to lead the design, development, and distribution of merchandise and souvenirs across sports, fashion, lifestyle, and entertainment sectors. This role requires a blend of creative product vision and retail management, working closely with IP holders to develop merchandise that resonates with target markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Development: Manage end-to-end product development, collaborating with IP holders to create merchandise aligned with brand standards and market trends.
• Retail & Distribution Support: Oversee multi-channel strategies for B2B, B2C, and DTC, ensuring efficient inventory and distribution management across channels.
• Sourcing & Supply Chain Optimization: Coordinate with suppliers to secure quality materials, monitor logistics, and optimize cost and lead times.
• Market Analysis & Trend Monitoring: Conduct market research to identify trends and innovation opportunities, informing product development decisions.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with design, procurement, and marketing teams to execute product launches and drive market engagement.

Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in product development, retail, or a related field in sports, fashion, lifestyle, or entertainment.
• Proven expertise in managing full product cycles and collaborating with IP holders.
• Familiarity with multi-channel retail strategies, supply chain logistics, and sustainable sourcing.
• Preferred Skills: Experience in retail technologies and e-commerce platforms. Arabic language proficiency is an advantage

Location: Dubai

Employment Type: Full-time

Apply now to join our dynamic team and shape the future of branded merchandise

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Overview

Job Objective: As a Research & Development Engineer in the Trucks Division, you will design, develop, and test innovative automotive technologies to enhance vehicle performance, safety, and efficiency. You will contribute to strategic R&D initiatives, collaborate across departments, and ensure the successful implementation of new technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Review vendor specifications and collaborate with suppliers to ensure components meet design and performance requirements.
• Monitor industry trends, customer needs, and competitors to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Collect, analyze, and organize data to support strategic R&D initiatives and decision making.
• Conduct feasibility studies and supplier comparisons with detailed product information.
• Manage R&D projects, track progress, and ensure deliverables align with schedules.
• Coordinate communication across departments (Production, QA, Design) and suppliers for sourcing, evaluations, and technical updates.
• Work with design engineers to improve components based on test results and performance data.
• Perform and monitor fitment and durability testing under various conditions to validate functionality and reliability.
• Maintain organized records and prepare clear technical reports for stakeholders.

Desired Candidate Profile

Academic Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Expertise in design development and strategic project planning.
• Knowledge of bid assessment, cost analysis, product approval, and regulatory compliance (homologation).
• Ability to lead teams and coordinate effectively with suppliers and clients.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.

Experience:

• 1–2 years of experience in vehicle design, development, or automotive R&D.
• Innovative mindset and ability to improve vehicle technologies.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under tight schedules.

Experience: 1 - 3 yrs. | Opening: 1
Education: Bachelor of Technology/Engineering, Any Graduation
Nationality: Any Nationality
Industry Type: Automotive / Automobile / Auto Accessories
Functional Area: R&D / Research & Development Sep 16,2025

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Manager- Research & Development - IMDU - R&D Administration Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30 PM

About Us

GRIFFCO Foods results from the strategic partnership between two companies Griffith foods and IFFCO that are purely driven by purpose and over 100 years of a solid family-based culture. It combines Griffith Food’s global reach, innovation expertise and core capabilities with IFFCO’s deep-rooted heritage and outstanding infrastructure in the region.

GRIFFCO Foods is the only food service partner that provides you with expert, sustainable food solutions with extreme agility for businesses that desire insight oriented, culinary inspired innovation across the GCC, the Levant region, Egypt and Pakistan because they need the support of a global agile product development partner to keep them future ready in an era of fast changing trends and preferences.

Our Purpose At GRIFFCO Foods our purpose defines who we are, what we do, and why we exist, highlighting what makes us distinct and authentic in the marketplace. GRIFFCO Foods exists to collaboratively create best-in-class sustainable products and solutions that are globally local, harnessing centuries of product development expertise with the speed, agility, and precision required to deliver future-ready innovation

Join Our Family When you join GRIFFCO Foods, you are not only joining our family, you are joining a community of change-makers. At GRIFFCO Foods, you are encouraged and empowered to make meaningful contributions and discover innovative solutions.

GRIFFCO Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicant because of the following actual or perceived characteristic: race, colour, religion, gender identity, age national origin, physical and mental disability. Equal opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefits programs, trainings, promotion, transfer, layoff, recall and termination.

Major Duties &Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development of the product pipeline with current and future customers, understanding their needs and challenges creating solutions that drive mutual value.
• Grow and transform the product portfolio meeting nutrition and sustainability criteria
• ‘Hands on’ development of products with customers.
• Build a fully engaged local R&D team with standalone, fit for Purpose Food science and R&D capabilities incl but not exclusive to raw materials, culinary center and pilot scale assets.
• Unlock value through our existing regional and global portfolio of products (lifting and launching.)
• Support the end to end creation of value streams in the key markets
• Build and leverage a strong network of partners across the specified region and globe, utilizing Griffith Foods internal networks, existing external partners and creating new ones in an ecosystem approach.
• Understand the regulatory constraints and engage with internal and external partners to manage compliance.
• Support the set-up of manufacturing and co-manufacturing in the selected countries

Problem Solving/Decision Making:

• Working in a highly ambiguous environment, creative problem solver, capable of navigating complex challenges.
• Works with independence, exercising ingenuity and judgement in the approach to and accomplishment of tasks.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum Degree in Food Science/Technology, Chemistry or similar.
• Proven management and leadership experience at senior level.
• Language: English is a must
• Experience in technical development of savoury products, including protein and snacks.
• Experience of working in country and internationally.
• Current awareness of local and global flavour trends, culinary trends, and new technology in food applications;
• People Leadership and team development, remote Line management would be a benefit.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• A creative problem solver across the value chain (from raw materials to customer scale up)
• End to end product leadership, from culinary through to scale up (manufacture).
• High level learning agility
• Drive for results
• Dealing with ambiguity.
• Business acumen
• Ideally with B to B or food service experience.
• Priority setting
• Project management
• Benchtop development, with an eagerness and proven ability to be hands on.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Griffith Foods believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. Griffith Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of the following actual or perceived characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, AIDS or HIV status, order of protection status, marital status, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspect of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefit programs, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

In carrying out our commitment to equal employment opportunity, Griffith Foods will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship, safety, and/or health risk. Applicants and employees requiring reasonable accommodations must notify Human Resources.

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WIF 2023 Academic Research Conference on Investment in Sustainable Development

As a unique international policy and research hub, UNCTAD is delighted to announce the Academic Research Conference on Investment in Sustainable Development at WIF 2023, organized in partnership with the IHEID Centre for Finance and Development, UNU-WIDER, CEPR and NYU Abu Dhabi. To be held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on 16–17 October 2023 during the World Investment Forum 2023 (16–18 October 2023).

The WIF 2023 Academic Research Conference aims to provide a platform for discussions, as well as to integrate research and ideas from leading scholars, researchers, executives from global companies and senior policymakers.

The conference will consist of several thematic sessions over 2 days, a high-level opening session, and a forward-looking closing panel. Leading scholars will run the discussions in core sessions of the WIF, with the objective of creating synergies between academics, and the multi- stakeholder community.

We welcome applications from economists, finance experts, political scientists, international business scholars working on theoretical and empirical areas related to the topic of 'Investment in Sustainable Development'. Work on a wide range of investment and development-related topics is welcome. These include, but are not limited to:

• Investment in the energy transition
• Debt and climate change
• FDI and women empowerment
• Investment and food security
• Inequality and growth

Contributions from emerging scholars who are underrepresented in these fields are highly encouraged. Selected funding (for travel) for scholars without other sources of funding will be possibly available.

Since the first WIF in 2008, the World Investment Forum has become the largest global platform for high-level dialogue and action on investment for development and now encompasses more than 100 events on topics spanning the full sustainable investment value chain, from green finance in capital markets to on-the-ground investment facilitation. The last WIF held in 2021 which gathered more than 8,000 participants from 177 countries, also featured a multifaceted academic track. The 2021 edition provided a platform for active interaction among key stakeholders including senior policymakers, academics, CEOs of global companies, heads of investment promotion agencies, and representatives of civil society.

Geneva Graduate Institute’s Centre for Finance and Development

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