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Shield AI

<div><div><div>Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI&rsquo;s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.</div><div></div><div><br>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Shield AI:</b></h3>
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<div><p>Shield AI is a venture-backed defence technology company building the world&rsquo;s best AI pilot and next-generation autonomous aircraft. Founded in 2015, Shield AI&rsquo;s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. With a recent valuation of approximately $12.7B, Shield AI develops autonomy software, unmanned aircraft systems, and AI-enabled ISR capabilities that actively support defence and security operations worldwide.</p>
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<div><p>Shield AI works side-by-side with military and government customers to solve complex operational challenges in some of the world&rsquo;s most demanding environments. The company&rsquo;s products, including V-BAT, X-BAT, Hivemind autonomy software, and advanced mission systems are designed to deliver operational advantage while reducing risk to human operators.</p>
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<div><p>Shield AI believes the greatest victory requires no war.</p>
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<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description:</b></h3>
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<div><p>The Head of Business Development, Middle East serves as Shield AI&rsquo;s senior District leader, responsible for driving integrated District strategy, sales growth, and program sales execution across multiple priority markets (excluding Saudi Arabia). This role ensures successful and compliant execution of active deal programs, aligns cross-functional teams across countries, and serves as the primary interface with senior government, military, and industry stakeholders at both national and District levels.</p>
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<div><p>This position holds accountability for District pipeline growth and development, order intake, and long-term market expansion while driving alignment and execution across Country Business Development Leads throughout the District. As such, this person will retain a sales quota for their district comprised of territory manager quotas within that district as well as their own individual quota. Through strategic oversight and coordinated execution across markets, the Head of Business Development strengthens customer trust, scales operational impact, and accelerates the sustained growth of Shield AI&rsquo;s District presence. Additionally, this person will carry a sales quota for their assigned district.</p>
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</div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you'll do:</b></h3><div><div><div>
<ul><li>Serve as Shield AI&rsquo;s senior District representative across the Middle East, engaging senior military, government, and industry stakeholders while ensuring operational and regulatory compliance across activities in the district.</li>
<li>Develop and execute a unified District strategy aligned with priorities in Middle East integrating country-level efforts into coordinated campaigns across CENTCOM, the GCC (excluding Saudi Arabia), and bilateral frameworks.</li>
<li>Own district quota and sales performance, including pipeline development, forecast accuracy, order intake, and opportunity execution from shaping through close.</li>
<li>Provide strategic direction and coordination for Country Business Development Leads across the District, setting priorities, driving execution discipline, and aligning stakeholder engagement and market strategy.</li>
<li>District business growth across Shield AI&rsquo;s product portfolio, including V-BAT, X-BAT, ViDAR and Hivemind, ensuring alignment with product and regional leadership priorities.</li>
<li>Oversee cross-functional coordination across Business Development, Government Relations, Program Management, Legal, Contracts, PX, Marketing and Customer Operations to support successful capture, execution, and customer outcomes.</li>
<li>Ensure successful execution of active district opportunities, maintaining accountability for performance, timelines, customer satisfaction, and long-term strategic growth.</li>
<li>Build and maintain a disciplined, data-driven district pipeline and stakeholder engagement strategy to support sustained growth and follow-on business opportunities.</li>
<li>Develop and manage district partnerships, resellers, and strategic industry relationships to expand market access and accelerate operational execution.</li>
<li>Identify and mitigate political, procurement, operational, and strategic risks across the district while providing executive visibility into performance, risks, and growth outlook.</li>
</ul></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required qualifications:</b></h3><div><div><div>
<ul><li>Typically requires 10+ years of experience in defence, military operations, business development, capture management, or international government relations.</li>
<li>Deep technical and operational understanding of Shield AI systems and technologies, including V-BAT, Hivemind, and X-BAT, with knowledge of operational employment concepts, payload integration, training, sustainment, and deployed operations.</li>
<li>Proven experience operating across multiple international markets within defence, aerospace, or national security environments, including navigating complex government procurement and stakeholder ecosystems.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to lead distributed, cross-functional teams and align senior stakeholders across multiple countries, cultures, and operational environments.</li>
<li>Strong executive presence with experience engaging senior military leadership, Ministries of Defence, U.S. Embassies/ODCs, CENTCOM/GCC stakeholders, and strategic industry partners in high-visibility environments.</li>
<li>Proven track record of driving pipeline development, capture strategy, and successful closure of complex, high-value defence opportunities.</li>
<li>Arabic and English language proficiency relevant to the assigned district.</li>
<li>Bachelor degree or relevant military education preferred.</li>
</ul></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred qualifications:</b></h3><div><div><div>
<ul><li>Prior district leadership experience across allied defence markets, including CENTCOM, Middle East, GCC, and/or other international government environments.</li>
<li>Existing relationships with CENTCOM/GCC, Ministries of Defence, senior military leadership, defence procurement organizations, and strategic industry stakeholders.</li>
<li>Experience leading international defence captures, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), or multinational procurement programs.</li>
<li>Operational understanding of ISR, autonomy, unmanned systems, AI-enabled capabilities, and modern defence technology employment concepts.</li>
<li>Experience managing district consultants, resellers, strategic partnerships, or industrial participation/offset initiatives.</li>
<li>Familiarity with CENTCOM/GCC operational frameworks, allied capability development, and district defence modernization priorities.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success operating in high-growth, fast-paced, and internationally distributed environments.</li>
<li>Ability to attain or existing relevant national security clearance.</li>
<li>Master&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field.</li>
</ul></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Why join Shield AI:</b></h3><div><div><div>
<ul><li>Help build the defining defence technology company of this century.</li>
<li>Work at the forefront of AI, autonomy, and next-generation defence systems.</li>
<li>Operate in a highly entrepreneurial and mission-driven environment.</li>
<li>Make a direct impact on international growth and strategic defence partnerships.</li>
<li>Collaborate with exceptional teams solving some of the world&rsquo;s most complex operational challenges.</li>
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Our international teammates receive a comprehensive total rewards package aligned to your country office location. For full details on compensation and benefits, please consult your talent acquisition partner.</div></div>
<div><div>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div></div></div>

Head of Business Development, Middle East (R5057)

Zayed University

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 The Opportunity
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 The Library &amp; Learning Commons Department is seeking an incumbent for the position of Administrative Officer to provide highly effective administrative and secretarial support to the department to ensure the Library and Learning Commons function efficiently. Oversees administrative needs of the Library and Learning Commons and coordinates inter-departmental meetings and activities; provides administrative assistance to senior management, librarians, archivist, and staff of the Library and Learning Commons at both campuses.
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 The Responsibilities
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   Assists in organizing and scheduling meetings/workshops, notifies attendees of location and timing, and takes minutes and attendance for file and distribution as appropriate.
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   Welcomes and liaises with students, faculty, staff and visitors on behalf of the Director. Listens to their concerns and decides if they need to see the director or if someone else better meets their needs. Recommends action as appropriate.
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   Distributes internal and external correspondence effectively and efficiently.
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   Develops and maintains electronic and paper files/folders and maintains appropriate office administration procedures.
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   Answers all general queries and instigates appropriate response systems accordingly.
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   Assists in organizing facilities and hospitality for Library and Learning Commons activities.
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   Distributes general circulars and maintains files of information appropriate for the effective and efficient operations of all units at both campuses
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   Orders stationery, supplies and equipment required by the library and the offices.
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   Obtains quotations from vendors of equipment and supplies, prepares the documents for approval by the Director, prepares the purchase requisitions and claim forms and passes all information to the Purchasing Department for further action.
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   Processes and keeps records of all invoices.
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   Tracks fund expenditure and maintain logs of use through Excel and advises the Library Director and Leadership Council about the status of the budget and expenditure (Professional Development Fund, Hotel and transport funds)
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   Maintains the Director&rsquo;s appointment calendar and reminds the Director of the appointments.
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   Supports librarians and Learning Commons partners by booking classrooms, coordinating special events and communicating with Learning Commons partners on matters relating to facilities and services in the Learning Commons.
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   Contributes to the Library Teams and the discussions about library policies and procedures to improve services.
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   Engages in the Public Services unit activities, including service desk duties, which may include evenings and weekends.
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   Liaisons with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate reporting functions as required.
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  </li>
 </ul>
 The Requirements
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   Must possess a minimum of a bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent combination of education, skills and a minimum of 2 years&rsquo; experience working in a customer-focused environment.
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   Must be able to multitask, as well as plan and organize events, office procedures and tracking systems.
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   Must be responsible, extremely reliable, and able to work independently.
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   Must be highly computer literate, including proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
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   Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
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  Other Essential Requirements
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   Ability to travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
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   Basic understanding of academic libraries&rsquo; functions and workflow.
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   Project-oriented with an ability to deliver results on time.
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   Excellent communication skills with people at all levels within an organization.
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   Multitasking skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
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   High degree of accuracy with good attention to detail.
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   Confidentiality, empathy, tact, and discretion when dealing with people.
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   Patience and sound judgment.
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   A high degree of cultural awareness is essential.
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   Work experience in an academic institution or library is an added advantage.
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   Fluency in Arabic/English (bilingual) preferable
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  Desired Or Preferred Requirements
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   Work experience in an academic institution or library is an added advantage.
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   Fluency in Arabic/English (bilingual) preferable
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 The Benefits
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 The University's benefits package is highly attractive, with competitive tax-free salaries in the UAE, cash housing, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children, and healthcare for the employee and the sponsored family members.
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 To Apply
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 In addition to completing the online application form, attach a cover letter, a current CV, and the names and contact details of three professional references.
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 While we appreciate all applications, you will be contacted only if selected for an interview.
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 For further inquiries, please contact Recruitment@zu.ac.ae
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Administrative Officer - Library & Learning Commons

Rosewood Hotel Group

<div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General Information</b></h3></div><p><br>
</p></div><div><div><div><div>Country/Region
</div><div>United Arab Emirates
</div></div><div><div>Province/City
</div><div>Abu Dhabi
</div></div><div><div>Hiring Entity
</div><div>Rosewood Abu Dhabi
</div></div><div><div>Department
</div><div>Engineering
</div></div><div><div>Job Type
</div><div>Part-time
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h3></div><p><br>
</p></div><div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>OUR PURPOSE AND CULTURE</b></h2><p></p><p><br>
We are driven to create a future where people and place enrich one another. We are wholly committed to rooting ourselves more deeply in every place we are in while setting new benchmarks for positive impact.</p><p>
As a pioneering collective with a common purpose, we curate extraordinary moments and honor the soul of every place along our journey. At Rosewood Hotel Group, we answer The Calling. Together, we Make the Place.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
THE TEAM</b></h2><p></p><p><br>
The Engineering team plays a critical role in maintaining the safety, functionality, and exceptional standards of Rosewood Abu Dhabi. Working closely with Engineering leadership, Procurement, Finance, Security, and external vendors, the team ensures that hotel facilities, systems, inventory, and maintenance programs operate efficiently and effectively. Reporting directly to the Director of Engineering, the Engineering Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative, inventory, procurement, and coordination support that enables the department to deliver seamless operations and service excellence.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
YOUR ROLE</b></h2><p></p><p><br>
As Engineering Administrative Assistant, you will be the organizational hub of the Engineering department, supporting daily operations through efficient administration, inventory control, vendor coordination, reporting, and financial tracking. Your attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities will help ensure the smooth operation of engineering processes, compliance requirements, maintenance programs, and procurement activities. By providing proactive support to the Director of Engineering and the wider team, you will contribute directly to operational efficiency, asset management, and the overall success of the hotel.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
HOW YOU&rsquo;LL MAKE THE PLACE</b></h2><br>
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Coordinate departmental administration, including correspondence, reports, meeting arrangements, presentations, records management, and departmental communications.</li><li>
Manage inventory and procurement processes, including receiving deliveries, verifying invoices, maintaining inventory records, and coordinating with vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective supply of materials.</li><li>
Support the Director of Engineering with budgeting, forecasting, contract administration, purchase orders, accrual reporting, and departmental financial tracking.</li><li>
Maintain accurate departmental records, including preventive maintenance schedules, annual leave tracking, duty rosters, banquet event requirements, and operational documentation.</li><li>
Liaise with internal departments, external suppliers, contractors, and service providers to support engineering operations and resolve administrative issues efficiently.</li><li>
Prepare departmental reports, meeting minutes, sustainability and net-zero reporting updates, and performance tracking documentation.</li><li>
Monitor open purchase orders, annual maintenance contracts, cash expenses, and project documentation to ensure compliance with company procedures and deadlines.</li><li>
Support a safe and compliant working environment by following hotel policies, participating in safety initiatives, and assisting with emergency preparedness and departmental compliance requirements.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
COULD THIS BE YOU?</b></h2><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
You have experience supporting engineering, facilities, maintenance, or hotel operations in an administrative or coordinator capacity within a luxury hospitality environment.</li><li>
You are highly organized and thrive in managing multiple priorities, deadlines, records, and administrative processes with exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>
You possess strong administrative and coordination skills, with the ability to prepare reports, manage documentation, and maintain accurate records.</li><li>
You are confident working with Microsoft Office applications and can efficiently produce spreadsheets, presentations, reports, and correspondence.</li><li>
You communicate professionally and effectively with colleagues, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>
You demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to supporting operational excellence.</li><li>
You are comfortable handling inventory, procurement, invoicing, and financial tracking processes while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.</li><li>
You are fluent in English, both written and spoken, and enjoy working collaboratively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
OUR BENEFITS</b></h2><p></p><p><br>
As part of our team, you&rsquo;ll enjoy a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your wellbeing, professional growth, and life beyond work. This includes medical coverage, retirement benefits, paid time off, complimentary room nights, learning and development opportunities, global career opportunities, and industry-leading paid parental leave supporting eligible associates across all paths to parenthood.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU</b></h2><p></p><p><br>
At Rosewood Hotel Group, your voice is heard &ndash; and valued. We&rsquo;re a community that encourages associates to be themselves, not fit into a fixed culture, and this philosophy shines through in our commitments to reflect and honor the history, culture and geography of our destinations. We&rsquo;re not only committed to building and nurturing genuine, long-lasting relationships but to transforming them &ndash; and our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) strategy helps put these principles into practice.</p></div>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h3></div><p><br>
</p></div><div><div><div><div><p>Located on Al Maryah Island at the core of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s new Central Business District (CBD), Rosewood Abu Dhabi is a five-star luxury hotel inspired by the glistening Arabian Gulf, reflecting the history, architecture, and culture of Abu Dhabi. You will discover spacious guest rooms, fine dining, and world-class amenities married to stunning views.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Engineering Administrative Assistant - UAEN

Aldar Academies

<div><p>Aldar Education is currently seeking a Director - Managed Schools (ADNOC) to support our growing family of managed schools in the UAE, commencing immediately.
</p><p>The Director &ndash; Managed Schools (ADNOC) will be fully responsible for effectively leading all school improvement strategies, marketing, and enrolment activities of the managed schools and have commercial and education line management of all managed schools. The incumbent will continuously strive to exceed internal &amp; external customer expectations, capitalizing the economic profit and return on capital investment, while embracing the Aldar Education Core Values.
</p><p>Aldar Education is the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, we provide inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities, Aldar Education aims to be your employer of choice. We educate over 34,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders and employees across the group.
</p><p>Working collaboratively, our purpose is to empower the next generation to shape our future, directly supporting the educational goals of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s government. Today, Aldar Education&rsquo;s efforts are guided by the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to build a sustainable knowledge-based economy through premium education.<br>
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We are a &ldquo;Great Place To Work&rdquo; and currently employ over 1,400 teachers to deliver the English National Curriculum, the highly regarded American Massachusetts State Curriculum, and the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme all with an international dimension.
</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading school group.</p></div>
<br><div><p><b>Minimum Qualifications
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree.
</li><li>Master&rsquo;s in Education or Education Leadership or NPQH or similar professional qualification.
</li></ul><p><b>Minimum Experience
</b></p><ul><li>At least 15 years of experience in education.
</li><li>A minimum of 5 years of school-based leadership experience at Principal or Head Teacher level. Or, a minimum of 5 years in an education group leadership position.
</li></ul><p><b>Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skill
</b></p><ul><li>Fluent English communication skills, written and oral
</li><li>Attention to detail with diligent follow up, and able to execute in a timely manner.
</li><li>Skilled in multi-tasking and handling pressure.
</li><li>Organizational ability, of self and others.
</li><li>Forethought and forward planning (particularly as this relates to local Government compliance matters).
</li><li>Strong ability to foster working environment that promotes trust, equality and fairness.
</li><li>Capable of influencing people and talented in networking with cultural sensitivity.
</li><li>Good interpersonal skills.
</li><li>Strong drive in the achievement of objectives
</li><li>Great innovative thinking ability.
</li><li>Demonstrates commitment and encourages employee engagement.
</li><li>Strong and consistent supervisory skills.
</li><li>Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
</li>Strong commercial acumen.<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>WHAT WE OFFER:
</b></p><p>Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 34,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.
</p><p>Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.
</p><p>Aldar Education is keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenges and opportunities that we have to offer.
</p><p>This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.
</p><p><b>Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.</b></p></div>
<br><div><p><b>Main Duties
</b></p><ul><li>Provide robust and intellectual leadership, vision, and strategic direction to achieve the highest levels of performance and ensure a culture of continuous improvement across all key areas.
</li><li>Lead and support managed schools in order to build capacity and capability towards meeting current and future challenges in line with company priorities.
</li><li>Foster highly effective relationships with other members of the team responsible for central functions, (such as HR; Finance; Marketing; Enrolments and IT, etc) in meeting identified key objectives.
</li><li>Work alongside the Director of Education and other members of the Executive Leadership Team in the delivery of the company&rsquo;s stated outcomes against a clearly defined set of performance indicators and standards.
</li><li>Work alongside the Director of Education and the Executive Leadership Team to deliver the education strategy, mission and vision for managed schools. Through direct reports, ensure schools are aligned and articulate the identified strategic direction and build a shared sense of vision and purpose for all schools and their communities.
</li><li>To support and advise HQ departments and School Principals on efficient and effective school operation processes, strategy and development and any other duties as required by the Director of Education
</li></ul><p><b>Educational Leadership
</b></p><ul><li>Inspire and support direct reports in the delivery of high standards of student achievement, increased student progress, school inspection increases using available data to drive improvement.
</li><li>Support Leadership and other senior staff to shape the strategic direction, guiding the delivery of specified educational goals and directives for managed schools.
</li><li>Provide quality assurance of all strategic documents such as schools strategic improvement/development plans and self-evaluations, taking appropriate action as required.
</li><li>Lead in the effective implementation (and ongoing review) of learning and assessment frameworks that use benchmarking and value-add data, to monitor and report student progress and achievement.
</li><li>Quality assure curriculum offers and champion new educational thinking and educational initiatives in conjunction with the Senior Executive team and schools.
</li><li>Support Principals in the most appropriate educational strategies ensuring equity of educational outcomes to enrich the school as a learning environment for its students, families and the wider community.
</li><li>To provide effective, innovative and professional leadership and direction for Principals and other staff coaching, mentoring and talent managment to achieve the best outcomes for children.
</li>Provide support and guidance in relation to inspection planning, preparation and quality assuring the SEF. (School self evaluation form)<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Relationship Management
</b></p><ul><li>Promote and represent the company effectively and positively to all internal and external stakeholders and seek opportunities to expand its role across the UAE and globally.
</li><li>Represent the company at school functions, interacting with parents in a professional and collaborative manner to build trust in the company and strong community relations.
</li><li>Develop strong relationships with education authorities and other government entities in order to establish and maintain a positive reputation that enhances the company&rsquo;s standing.
</li>Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with other members of the Leadership Team and other colleagues at HQ to ensure a positive and collegial working environment that enables the company&rsquo;s goals to be met.<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>People Responsibilities, Leadership &amp; Management
</b></p><ul><li>Support the leadership teams and schools to draft, deliver and update relevant plans as required and undertake monitoring, evaluation and reporting of progress within Aldar Education managed schools.
</li><li>Connect and share good practice within and across the school network to raise standards.
</li><li>Identify and implement strategies to raise standards of teaching and learning, including the creation of experts to support recommendations.
</li><li>Plan and deliver effective training and development programmes which meet identified needs within the schools.
</li><li>Support appropriate staff in the development and implementation of strategic planning and ensure, regular reviews and monitors the strategic plan and targets in each of the schools.</li></ul></div>

Director - Managed Schools - ADNOC Schools

ICEYE

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Role highlights:</b></h2><ul><li><p><b>
Program Manager</b></p></li><li><p>
Location: United Arab Emirates</p></li><li><p>
Department: Missions Line of Business</p></li><li><p>
Reports to: Program Director</p></li><li><p>
Employment type: Permanent
</p></li><li><p>Workplace model: Hybrid</p></li><li><p>
Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)</p></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Why this role matters:</b></h2><p>
Deliver complex Satellite Mission programs end-to-end, ensuring customer success, on-time execution, and scalable delivery excellence.</p><p>
You will ensure the full lifecycle of customer missions - from contract execution through delivery - acting as the central orchestrator across engineering, product, operations, and commercial teams. Your role is to ensure programs deliver against commitments while building strong, trusted customer relationships.</p><p>
This role directly contributes to ICEYE&rsquo;s ambition to become the leading provider of space-based ISR infrastructure by scaling reliable, high-impact mission delivery globally.</p><p>
The role will be based in the UAE (ideally around Abu Dhabi) at the ICEYE facility. Travel to Espoo (Finland) and customer sites is required.</p><div><br>
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Who We Are</b></h2><p><br>
ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.</p><div></div><p><br>
ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.</p><div></div><p><br>
ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.</p><div></div><p><br>
Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Your day-to-day responsibilities</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of satellite mission programs, ensuring schedules, budgets, performance objectives, and quality requirements are consistently achieved.</p></li><li><p>
Build and maintain strong customer relationships through proactive communication, effective issue resolution, and reliable program execution that supports customer satisfaction and repeat business.</p></li><li><p>
Develop and maintain integrated program plans that align stakeholders, resources, budgets, and milestones, enabling efficient delivery and effective financial control.</p></li><li><p>
Proactively identify, manage, and mitigate program risks, dependencies, and escalations to minimize disruption and maintain delivery commitments.</p></li><li><p>
Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive alignment, remove bottlenecks, and accelerate mission execution while improving delivery efficiency and predictability.</p></li><li><p>
Provide timely and accurate program reporting, dashboards, and governance updates to enable informed decision-making, early intervention, and effective stakeholder management.<br>
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</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What we&rsquo;re looking for</b></h2><p><b>
Must haves:</b></p><ul><li><p>
5&ndash;10 years&rsquo; experience delivering complex, multi-stakeholder programs in advanced technology environments (e.g. space, defence, telecom, automotive, IT)</p></li><li><p>
Strong customer-facing capability, including managing senior stakeholders and complex requirements</p></li><li><p>
Proven leadership of cross-functional teams to deliver aligned outcomes</p></li><li><p>
Expertise in end-to-end program management (planning, execution, governance across scope, schedule, budget, and risk)</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in uncertain environments</p></li><li><p>
Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences</p></li><li><p>
Degree in business, engineering, or a related field</p></li><li><p>
Must have or be able to get UAE residence</p></li></ul><div></div><p><b><br>
Nice to haves:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Experience in Earth Observation (EO), SAR, or remote sensing</p></li><li><p>
Background in complex systems or product development environments</p></li><li><p>
Experience working with government or defence customers</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge of hardware, software, or embedded systems development</p></li><li><p>
Advanced degree (Master&rsquo;s) or relevant certifications (e.g. PMP, PgMP)</p></li></ul><div><br>
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Application Process</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Initial screening call with Talent Attraction</p></li><li><p>
Hiring Manager interview with Mission Program Director</p></li><li><p>
Case Study &amp; Interview with Sr Program Manager</p></li><li><p>
Final interview with SVP Missions
</p></li><li><p>References</p></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Working at ICEYE</b></h2><p>
At ICEYE, you&rsquo;ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
How We Work (Our Values)</b></h2><p><b>
Make the impossible possible</b>: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.</p><ul><li><p><b>
Be curious</b>: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the &ldquo;why&rdquo; behind decisions.</p></li><li><p><b>
See the big picture: </b>Stay close to what&rsquo;s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.</p></li><li><p><b>
Drive effective teamwork:</b> Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.</p></li><li><p><b>
Act as one team: </b>We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.</p></li><li><p><b>
Have fun</b>: What we do matters&mdash;and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.</p></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h2><p>
Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.</p><div><br>
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion</b></h2><p>
We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.</p><p>
We&rsquo;re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us&mdash;we&rsquo;ll do our best to help.</p><p>
Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.</p></div>

Program Manager - UAE

New York University

<div>Position Summary:
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Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks to appoint a Director of Faculty &amp; Curriculum reporting to Vice Provost, Executive &amp; Professional Education.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Director, Faculty and Curriculum is a pivotal leadership role within NYU Abu Dhabi, responsible for the end-to-end design, development, and quality assurance of high-impact academic and professional programs. The incumbent serves as the primary architect for a diverse portfolio ranging from traditional degree programs to innovative executive education, stackable professional micro credentials, and certificates. By bridging the gap between pedagogical theory and practical application, this position ensures that all curricula meet the rigorous academic standards of both NYU New York and NYU Abu Dhabi while remaining responsive to the evolving needs of the global and regional workforce.</div><div></div><div><br>
The role focuses on establishing robust curriculum maps that align granular learning outcomes with core academic credentials and professional competencies. Furthermore, the Senior Curriculum Designer leads the digital transformation of learning by overseeing online course design, implementing sophisticated course design matrices, and managing the technical construction of course shells. This position is essential in navigating the complex internal and external approval processes, ensuring that every program achieves the necessary accreditation and quality benchmarks required by NYU and UAE regulatory bodies.</div><div></div><div><br>
In addition, this position is responsible for identifying and leading program development initiatives in close collaboration with NYUAD and NYU New York faculty, providing faculty-centered program development oversight, and serving as a primary bridge between academic faculty affairs and the design and delivery of executive and professional education programs.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Job Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li>
Curriculum Architecture &amp; Learning Outcomes</li><li>
Together with faculty, lead, design and define comprehensive learning outcomes for degree programs, executive education, and stackable professional micro-credentials that align across the subject areas and delivery formats</li><li>
Create &ldquo;stackable&rdquo; pathways from non-degree certificates into credit-bearing degree programs</li><li>
Ensure academic quality of the outcomes</li><li>
Creating and maintaining Faculty Partnerships across NYU and NYUAD</li><li>
Responsible for vetting faculty qualifications and fit for specific programs, coordinating with academic deans and faculty affairs offices to establish formal roles for contributing faculty, and ensuring faculty contributors adhere to program development timelines, quality standards, and institutional expectations</li><li>
Identify, recruit, and partner with NYU and NYUAD faculty to serve as Program Directors in credit and non-credit programs</li><li>
Lead and provide oversight of faculty driven curriculum development, serve as the primary liaison between departments, schools and clients and institutional program design teams</li><li>
Academic Quality Assurance &amp; Approvals Guide and manage internal NYU and NYUAD approval processes alongside external UAE academic regulatory submissions</li><li>
Design and implement quality assurance frameworks tailored to each program's requirements</li><li>
Implement strategic program evaluations that track program performance; lead scheduled curriculum reviews to maintain academic relevance, regulatory compliance, and scholarly rigor</li><li>
Oversee the production of all required documentation &mdash; including program proposals, course syllabi, and supporting materials &mdash; needed to secure institutional approvals</li><li>
Online Portfolio</li><li>
Lead the development of online and hybrid courses, utilizing design matrices such as Quality Matters, to ensure pedagogical consistency across digital platforms</li><li>
Train faculty on digital delivery tools and engagement strategies</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications:
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Required Education</b></div><ul><li>
Master's Degree (MA/MS/M.Ed) in Instructional Design, Curriculum and Instruction Higher Education Administration, or a closely related field</li><li>
Advanced certification in Instructional Design or Online Learning (e.g., Quality Matters, OLC)</li><li>
Expertise in Learning Management Systems (Brightspace, Canvas) and Curriculum Mapping software</li></ul><div><b>
Required Experience</b></div><ul><li>
10+ years of experience in curriculum design, instructional design, or academic affairs within a higher education setting. Proven track record of designing executive education, micro credentials, and traditional degree programs</li><li>
Deep knowledge of pedagogical theories and adult learning principles (Andragogy)</li><li>
Advanced skill in developing course design matrices and curriculum maps</li><li>
Comprehensive understanding of the US and international accreditation standards</li><li>
Strong project management skills and the ability to lead cross-functional faculty teams</li></ul><div><b>
Preferred Education</b></div><ul><li>
Doctoral Degree or Ed.D. in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a relevant disciplinary field</li><li>
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent. Certification in Quality Assurance auditing for Higher Education.</li></ul><div><b>
Preferred Experience</b></div><ul><li>
Familiarity with the specific educational landscape and regulatory requirements of the UAE/GCC region</li><li>
Ability to use data analytics to track learning outcome attainment and program success</li><li>
Fluency in digital media production for educational content</li><li>
Arabic language skills</li></ul>
Additional Information:
<div>
NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.</div></div>

Director of Faculty and Curriculum - Office of Executive Education

Abu Dhabi ports

<div><p>Support the Director Treasury in the day-to-day management of AD Ports Group treasury functions to ensure that the company's cash flow, liquidity, and risk management needs are met.</p></div>
<br><p></p><div><ul>Responsibilities: Core Responsibilities:<br>
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Analyze and monitor AD Ports Group day-to-day financial activities such as cash requirement, potential risks, liquidity and cash flow.<br>
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Maintain a relationship with local and foreign financial Institutions to support company&rsquo;s cash management operations.<br>
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Document transactions, update ledgers and financials database and assist bank guarantees ensuring to adhere to Abu Dhabi Ports Group policies and guidelines.<br>
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Support in bank arrangements, account opening and account structure changes such as opening/closing of accounts and addition/deletion of authorized signatories.<br>
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Prepare AD Ports Group financial forecasts such as revenue, expenses, and loan estimations and identify potential risks along with the mitigation plans.<br>
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Prepare management reports reflecting treasury operations, financial accounting records, credit agreements, risk strategies and cash flow analysis.</li></ul></div>
<br><p></p><div><div><div><div><p><div><div><div><div><ul><li><p>Qualifications: Educational and Technical Qualifications:<br>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or any relevant. Master&rsquo;s degree is a plus.<br>
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Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) is a plus<br>
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Language Skills:<br>
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Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage<br>
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Years of Experience:<br>
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A minimum of 1-4 years of experience in a similar role<br>
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Nature of Experience:<br>
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Knowledge of accounting and Treasury principles<br>
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Sharp attention to detail<br>
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Excellent communication and presentation skills<br>
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Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other financial software<br>
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Experience working with government agencies<br>
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Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation<br>
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Track record for solving complex problems, designing creative strategies, and delivering significant impact.</p></li></ul></div></div></div></div></p></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Analyst -Treasury

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