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communications project specialist

Alzayani Investments

Job Overview The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing a wide range of communication projects, ensuring they align with our strategic vision. This role is crucial for maintaining clear and effective communication across our diverse business units and with external stakeholders, helping to enhance our international competitive edge. Responsibilities<ul><li>Ensure a unified brand identity across all companies within the group.</li><li>Engage with internal marketing stakeholders to understand their strategies and challenges, coordinating efforts to achieve an aligned standard across the group.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with key marketing and public relations stakeholders to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.</li><li>Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and project success.</li><li>Track and assess the performance of communication campaigns, providing insightful reports and analyses to executive management.</li><li>Identify potential issues before they arise and make necessary changes to ensure organizational success.</li><li>Assess the user experiences across the group and provide reports to improve conditions.</li><li>Plan, organize, and manage projects at the group level, including setting objectives, schedules, required resources, and monitoring progress.</li><li>Work with the design team to produce content for various channels of the group.</li><li>Encourage participation in volunteer opportunities to enhance professional growth and network expansion.</li><li>Develop and implement communication strategies and initiatives.  </li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>A Bachelor's degree in Mass Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Management, or a related field.</li><li>Proven experience in a project management role, specifically within a communications or marketing environment.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic is highly advantageous.</li><li> Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>A proactive and detail-oriented approach to tasks, with strong problem-solving capabilities.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with project management software.</li></ul>

Communications Project Specialist

TARTEEB

Job BriefProject Management Specialist responsibilities include working closely with our Project Manager to prepare comprehensive action plan, resources, timeframes and budgets for the projects. Project Coordinator will perform various coordinating task, like schedule and risk management, along with administrative duties, like maintaining project documentation and handling financial queries. To succeed in this role, should have excellent time management and communication skills, as collaborating with clients and internal teams to deliver results on deadlines.Project Management Specialist&rsquo;s duties are to ensure that all projects are completed on time, within the budget and meet highly quality standards.Responsibilities&middot; Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and information.&middot; Break projects into workable actions and set timeframes&middot; Liaise with clients to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives.&middot; Make sure that clients&rsquo; needs are met as project evolve.&middot; Help prepare budgets&middot; Analyze risk and opportunities.&middot; Oversee project procurement management&middot; Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise.&middot; Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all stockholder.&middot; Work with Project Manager to eliminate difficulties.&middot; Use tools to monitor working hours, plans and expenditures.&middot; Get/Issue all necessary work permits and project approvals.&middot; Create and maintain comprehensive project closure documentation, plans and reports.&middot; Perform another task as assigned.Requirements&middot; Proven experience as a Project Coordinator or similar role.&middot; Experience in project management, from conception to delivery.&middot; An ability to prepare and interpret flowcharts, schedules and step-by-step action plans.&middot; Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management&middot; Strong client-facing and teamwork skills.&middot; Familiarity with risk management and quality assurance control.&middot; Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project and Microsoft Planner.&middot; Hands-on experience with project management tools (e.g. Basecamp or Trello)&middot; An ability to work to organizational deadlines&middot; BSC in Business management or related.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: BD300.000 - BD800.000 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Manama: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>

Project Manager for Events with at least 3 years of experience in event

MindFriend PRO

<div>
 
 Location:
 
 Hybrid (International)
 
 
 
 Travel:
 
 Frequent - Must be able to travel with 24 hours' notice
 
 
 
 Compensation:
 
 
 USD $200K
 
 
 + Bonus
 
 Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered
 
 
 We are seeking a highly disciplined, expert
 
 Senior Project Manager
 
 to serve as the primary strategic lead and communicator between our European clients and stakeholders across the GCC.
 
 
 This role requires a unique blend of high-level project management, geopolitical savvy, and extreme operational flexibility. You will be responsible for navigating complex government-related business environments and ensuring seamless execution of international initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 This position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise.
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered:
 
 
 
 
 Non-Negotiable Requirements
 
 
 
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 Complete fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)
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 Minimum Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
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 Minimum 5 years' proven experience as a Project Manager
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 Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and/or Saudi Arabia
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 Strong understanding of Middle East geopolitics and regional sensitivities
 </li>
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 Proven experience handling government-related or government-adjacent business in the Gulf region
 </li>
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 Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities
 </li>
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 Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts
 </li>
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 Able to travel internationally with 24 hours' notice
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 Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English
 </li>
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 Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Lead strategic projects between European clients and Gulf-based stakeholders
 </li>
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 Manage cross-border communications and stakeholder alignment
 </li>
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 Prepare high-level briefing papers, research notes, and strategic reports
 </li>
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 Navigate government processes and institutional protocols in the Gulf region
 </li>
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 Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with geopolitical realities
 </li>
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 Represent the organisation in senior meetings when required
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 
 Top-Tier Salary:
 
 (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.
 
 
 
 Full Expense Coverage:
 
 All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
 
 
 
 Hybrid Environment:
 
 A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.
 
 
 
 Professional Prestige:
 
 Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.
</div>

Arabic-Speaking Senior Government Affairs & Policy Advisor (Gulf)

Mind Friend PRO

<div>Location: Hybrid (International)
Travel: Frequent &ndash; Must be able to travel with 24 hours&rsquo; notice
Compensation: USD $200K + Bonus Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered
We are seeking a highly disciplined, expert Senior Project Manager to serve as the primary strategic lead and communicator between our European clients and stakeholders across the GCC.
This role requires a unique blend of high-level project management, geopolitical savvy, and extreme operational flexibility. You will be responsible for navigating complex government-related business environments and ensuring seamless execution of international initiatives.
This position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise. 
 
Requirements 
 
Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered:Non-Negotiable Requirements<ul><li>
Complete fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)
</li><li>Minimum Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (Master&rsquo;s preferred)
</li><li>Minimum 5 years&rsquo; proven experience as a Project Manager
</li><li>Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and/or Saudi Arabia
</li><li>Strong understanding of Middle East geopolitics and regional sensitivities
</li><li>Proven experience handling government-related or government-adjacent business in the Gulf region
</li><li>Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities
</li><li>Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts
</li><li>Able to travel internationally with 24 hours&rsquo; notice
</li><li>Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware
</li></ul>Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English.</li><li>
Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies.</li></ul>
Core Responsibilities<ul><li><ul><li>
Lead strategic projects between European clients and Gulf-based stakeholders
</li><li>Manage cross-border communications and stakeholder alignment
</li><li>Prepare high-level briefing papers, research notes, and strategic reports
</li><li>Navigate government processes and institutional protocols in the Gulf region
</li><li>Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with geopolitical realities
</li><li>Represent the organisation in senior meetings when required</li></ul></li></ul> 

Benefits 
Top-Tier Salary: (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.
Full Expense Coverage: All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
Hybrid Environment: A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.
Professional Prestige: Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.</div>

PayTech Group

<div>
 
 Job Title:
 
 Cards New Acquisition &amp; Sales Specialist
 
 
 
 Term:
 
 12 months
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Bahrain
 
 
 
 Division:
 
 Retail Banking/ Cards &amp; Payments
 
 
 
 Reports to:
 
 Head of Cards
 
 
 
 Relevant experience:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 10 - 15 Years Cards Sales
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 <li>
 Card Campaign Lauches
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 Process/Policy Revamp
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Mandatory requirements:
 
 
 
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 Experience of heading sales, launching campaigns, managing sales channels and acquisition for credit cards
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 Knowledge of cards (Debit, Credit and Prepaid) and key metrics
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT
 
 
 
 The Credit Card New Sales &amp; Acquisition Product Manager will drive growth of the issuers credit card portfolio in Bahrain through data-driven sales strategies, optimized acquisition funnels, targeted campaigns, distribution channel development, refined credit policies, and strong go-to-market execution.
 
 
 This role is responsible for increasing new-to-bank credit card sales, improving market share, and enhancing sales productivity, while collaborating with marketing, risk, analytics, and channel teams to deliver best-in-class acquisition performance.
 
 
 Key Activities
 
 
 
 Core Responsibilities And Accountabilities
 
 
 
 
 1. Acquisition Strategy &amp; Market Growth
 
 
 
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 Develop a comprehensive credit card new acquisition strategy, aligned with business goals and Bahrain market dynamics
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 Conduct structured market and competitive analysis to identify penetration opportunities, customer segments, and gaps in the current market landscape.
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 Define sales targets, growth levers, and acquisition KPIs across all channels.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 2. Data Analytics &amp; Performance Optimization
 
 
 
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 Use portfolio analytics, channel performance data, and conversion insights to identify growth bottlenecks, optimize funnel performance, and refine targeting models.
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 Work with analytics teams to develop performance dashboards, track sales conversion ratios, and monitor efficiency&mdash;consistent with data driven approaches seen in acquisition programs such as
 </li>
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 Translate insights into actionable recommendations for sales teams, credit, digital channels, and marketing.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 3. Campaign Planning &amp; Execution
 
 
 
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 Design and execute acquisition campaigns across digital, in-branch, telesales, partnerships, and ecosystem channels, leveraging best practices from the region
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 Own campaign concept development, offers, messaging, targeting, channel mix, and performance tracking.
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 Partner with Marketing to produce collateral, landing pages, creatives, and content that elevate conversion rates.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 4. Channel Development &amp; Optimization
 
 
 
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 Drive performance across all acquisition channels&mdash;branches, telesales, digital, aggregator partners, merchant tie-ups, employer programs, and events.
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 Work with channel heads to define incentives, SLAs, performance metrics, and weekly review cadences.
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 Identify new channel opportunities (e.g., partnerships, lead-gen platforms, fintech enablers) and develop scalable onboarding models
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 5. Credit Policy &amp; Risk Alignment
 
 
 
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 Collaborate with Credit Risk to optimize acquisition credit policies without compromising portfolio quality&mdash; supporting faster approvals, improved eligibility frameworks, and targeted risk models.
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 Monitor approval rates, bad rates, and early delinquency trends to balance growth and risk.
 </li>
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 Lead policy A/B testing, segment-based thresholds, and pre-approved programs.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 6. Sales Enablement &amp; Training
 
 
 
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 Develop and deliver training programs for channel partners, acquisition teams, tele-sales, and branch staff&mdash; aligned with best practices highlighted in sales augmentation programs
 </li>
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 Build product knowledge modules, pitch decks, objection-handling guides, and refresher content to boost sales productivity.
 </li>
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 Ensure acquisition teams articulate USP, offers, and competitive advantages clearly.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 7. Marketing Communications &amp; Collateral
 
 
 
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 Work with Marketing to produce brochures, banners, digital assets, landing pages, email sequences, and SMS scripts that strengthen acquisition conversion.
 </li>
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 Ensure messaging accuracy, compliance, and alignment with product positioning&mdash;as reinforced by content governance roles seen in card teams.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 8. Cross-functional Leadership
 
 
 
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 Partner with Finance, Credit, Risk, Digital, IT, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure seamless implementation of acquisition initiatives&mdash;similar to multi-function coordination demonstrated in
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 Lead acquisition-focused projects, from ideation to execution and performance reviews.
 </li>
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 Ensure stakeholder alignment, consistent communication, and timely issue resolution.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Knowledge And Experience
 
 
 
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 Bachelors or Masters degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or related field.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of card payments, processing systems, and regulatory environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 10 to 15 years of proven experience in sales management, product development, portfolio management, and cross-functional collaboration.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Cards New Acquisitions & Sales Specialist

<div>
 
 Job Title:
 
 Cards Product Management Specialist
 
 
 
 Term:
 
 12 months
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Bahrain
 
 
 
 Division:
 
 Retail Banking/ Cards &amp; Payments
 
 
 
 Reports to:
 
 Head of Cards
 
 
 
 Relevant experience:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 10 - 15 Years Cards Product/Portfolio Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Card Product Launches
 </li>
 <li>
 Process/Policy Revamp
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Mandatory requirements:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience of product launches, CVP development, regulatory knowledge
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of cards (Debit, Credit and Prepaid) profitability and key metrics
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT
 
 
 
 The Cards Product Management Specialist is responsible for driving the strategic development, commercialization, and lifecycle management of card products. This includes overseeing product launches, optimizing portfolio performance, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The role is pivotal in enhancing customer engagement, profitability, and operational efficiency across the card business. The specialist will guide and support in executing strategies aimed at generating revenue through products in alignment with consumer banking strategy, with a focus on the whole of bank value which is not limited to Card Launches and ongoing product management.
 
 
 Key Activities
 
 
 
 Core Responsibilities And Accountabilities
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Lead the design and rollout of innovative card products tailored to market needs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Define product value propositions (CVPs) and pricing strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, operations, compliance) to ensure successful product launches
 </li>
 <li>
 Guide and support in executing strategies aimed at generating revenue through products in alignment with consumer banking strategy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Supports the commercialization of new products and launch of new products and solutions, by recommending pricing, providing sales tools and training the sales team to ensure knowledge transfer resulting in successful sales in partnership with acquisitions
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the client in profit and growth for cards, including revenue, credit costs, and direct/allocated costs.
 </li>
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 Manage product management for cards, audit, compliance matters, and complaints support.
 </li>
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 Provide guidance and support to client-facing professionals and sales teams to solve complex client needs through products.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support sales teams with training, tools, and product knowledge to drive acquisition and usage.
 </li>
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 Recommend promotional campaigns and tactical plans to boost card performance
 </li>
 <li>
 Supports monitoring of product performance, post roll-out and helps resolve product or sales issues to ensure continuous product improvement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support in delivery of large programs for clients from initiation to benefit realization
 </li>
 <li>
 Successful execution of projects across different clients / businesses, identifying and mitigating risks, solving issues, developing plans and ensuring they are implemented in line with agreed timescales, budgets and quality criteria, including examples of re-aligning scope and objectives during a program to ensure maximum value extraction
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop strong bonds with clients that endure beyond a particular assignment, serves as a go-to resource for client staff, is sought out for knowledge of industry and firm
 </li>
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 Identify new business opportunities to support clients with companys solutions
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage integration with card processing systems, switches, and vendors.
 </li>
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 Provide technical support for card applications and resolve operational issues
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure seamless delivery of regulatory changes and compliance adherence
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 KPIs
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Sales and Acquisition growth
 </li>
 <li>
 Spend, ENR and Revenue growth from card products
 </li>
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 Number of successful cards launches and time to market
 </li>
 <li>
 Reduction in credit costs and profitability optimization
 </li>
 <li>
 Successful execution of marketing campaigns
 </li>
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 Customer satisfaction and superior customer experience
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 <li>
 Timely and effective product roll-out and commercialization
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Knowledge And Experience
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Bachelors or Masters degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or related field.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of card payments, processing systems, and regulatory environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 10 to 15 years of proven experience in product development, portfolio management, and cross-functional collaboration.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Cards Product Management Specialist

CALO

<div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">About Calo (more here)</h4>
Calo is an app providing personalized meal plans for busy people through nutritional algorithms, built with love by chefs, nutritionists, and software engineers.
Launched in Bahrain in 2019, we have since expanded to 7 countries, delivered millions of meals to our customers, and are now expanding our mission of making healthy easy to retail and other verticals.
We're on a noble mission to make healthy easy. We think this is one of the most important problems to tackle in our world today. We have global ambitions - no small thinking here.<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Role Overview</h4>
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Events &amp; Workplace Specialist to join our People &amp; Culture Team in Bahrain, leading efforts to maintain and elevate Calo&rsquo;s work environment. This role will focus specifically on enhancing the experience of the office. The ideal candidate is passionate about creating positive experiences, has an interest in project management, and thrives under pressure with a creative flair. A strong sense of humor and meme literacy is a plus!<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Main Responsibilities</h4><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Office Management</h4><ul><li>
Oversee overall office operations, including maintenance, merch, supply management, and equipment purchasing</li><li>
Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts with service providers</li><li>
Track and maintain office assets, ensuring employees received equipment within allocated budgets</li><li>
Monitor and manage office budgets, providing accurate and timely reporting</li><li>
Coordinate office layout, ensuring that the office is clean and a good representation of Calo brand and values</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Employee Experience</h4><ul><li>
Lead employee engagement initiatives including social events, birthdays, pop-ups and celebrations</li><li>
Assist in the onboarding process for new hires and provide general support to visitors</li><li>
Design and manage merch for Calo employees</li><li>
Support onboarding and offboarding processes</li><li>
Collaborate with the People Partner team on various initiatives and special projects</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Ideal Candidate</h4><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Qualifications</h4><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, or any related field</li><li>
Fresh graduates or 1 year of experience in a related field</li><li>
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Knowledge and Competency</h4><ul><li>
Culture development</li><li>
Employee wellness and well-being</li><li>
Events and initiatives</li><li>
Experienced in on-boarding/off-boarding</li><li>
Experienced in managing budgets &amp; office finances</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Personality</h4><ul><li>
Strong communicator and will voice opinions in constructive ways</li><li>
People-oriented, finds joy and happiness in making people&rsquo;s lives better</li><li>
Approachable personality and able to communicate with empathy and patience</li><li>
Anticipate and identify people's needs without people asking</li><li>
Strong problem-solving skills and collaborative attitude</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Ready to Join?</h4>
If this role excites you, and you see yourself matching at least 85% of the criteria above, what are you waiting for? Yalla, let&rsquo;s gooo!</div>

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