head of data science

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)

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  <strong>
   JOB PURPOSE:
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   Set the strategic agenda for IT in Oman in conjunction with EXCO and Group colleagues. Manage all information technology needs for the business from preparing the local IT strategy, evaluating systems, to overseeing implementation of the systems, to ensure cost effective IT delivery. Identify, source, and implement local IT solutions that cannot be provided by Group as necessary.
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   Develop technology roadmaps, strong governance over IT operations, vendor management, regulatory compliance, and business relationship management.
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   Manage day-to-day operations of the Oman Branch IT to achieve timely, accurate, and uninterrupted delivery of IT services.
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   Manage the stakeholders&rsquo; relationship and expectations &ldquo;both locally within the country, within the OMAN region and within the group&rdquo; effectively ; this includes local Business , Information security, compliance, Data privacy, group technology , etc
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   This role assumes the position of the Head of IT- Oman, and is responsible for the smooth and efficient functioning of the FAB Oman Branch's IT operations by ensuring the effective management of the processes, systems and people required to design, develop, deliver, and improve technology services across the business
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   Oversee the day-to-day IT operations in accordance with IT policies and technology standards as FAB Group and local regulatory requirements.
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   Act as a single point of contact for the various business areas in Oman Branch to enhance customer experience, manage customer expectations and achieve customer satisfaction.
  </li>
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   Lead the development and execution of the IT strategy for FAB Oman, ensuring alignment with Group objectives and regulatory requirements.
  </li>
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   Drive digital transformation, innovation, and operational excellence to deliver business value and competitive advantage.
  </li>
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   Serve as the principal advisor to executive leadership on all technology matters, with full accountability for IT risk, compliance, and business continuity.
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   Champion a culture of high performance, agility, and continuous improvement across the IT function.
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  <strong>
   KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
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   IT Strategy
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 </p>
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  <li>
   Contribute to the development of technology strategies and roadmap in alignment with Head Office&rsquo;s global strategy in tandem with the needs of the branch.
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   Responsible to provide regular updates on Oman IT deliverables and progress of OMAN IT strategy and roadmap implementation .Propose or influence technology solution delivery based on business requirements, existing applications and latest technology trends.
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   Monitor developments or advancements in technology, assess their value-add potential and applicability for adoption by branch.
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   Partner with business/IT leadership team to develop and deliver IT strategies, technology innovation &amp; solutions that drive business and service excellence.
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   Act as an advisor to the business leadership team by providing solutions to support business needs, enhance branch efficiency and enrich customer experience.
  </li>
 </ul>
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   IT Operations
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 </p>
 <ul>
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   Ensure all the IT hardware and applications in OMAN branches are running/functioning well within the agreed SLA.
  </li>
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   Monitor all IT issues and ensure timely closure of these issues.
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   Conduct the IT assessments for all new or existing systems, where required and applicable
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   Manage and report all serious IT incidents, including providing root cause analysis and remedial actions to be taken.
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   Ensure all IT documentations are up to date
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   Ensure all IT activities including changes to existing systems and implementation of new systems/ processes are in compliance with HO Policy and local regulations.
  </li>
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   Support and undertake all disaster recovery activities for primary and DR sites conduicted by Head Office and/or branch
  </li>
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   Proper maintenance of a comprehensive inventory listing for all IT assets
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   Manage the OMAN IT vendors and responsible for the effective oversight of the technology service providers to FAB OMAN
  </li>
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   Leadership Management
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   Accountable for and have direct oversight over a team of IT employees, including those from outsource service providers
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   oversee resource allocation plan to ensure appropriate balance between tactical and strategic demands, staff development plan, staff appraisals and feedback.
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   Identify and develop key talent and ensure proper succession/back-up plan is in place
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   Oversee OMAN branches annual budget.
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   Manage and control the branch&rsquo;s annual IT budget and expenditure by ensuring proper costs recording, classification of costs, timely accruals and produce variance reporting.
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   Provide advice to Senior Management on all IT related laws, regulations and guidelines and their implications to the branch.
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   Provide resolution to Senior Management on all IT-related issues or problems.
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 </ul>
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   Information and Cyber Security
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 </p>
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  <li>
   Proactively address the external threat environment for emerging threats, data breaches, IT security breaches, and implement the appropriate courses of action, including timely patching for vulnerabilities
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   Manage and contain information security incidents and events to protect corporate IT assets, intellectual property, regulated data and the branch&rsquo;s reputation.
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 </ul>
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   IT Governance and Compliance
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   Accountable for all aspects of IT Governance, Risk Management and Compliance by ensuring there is adequate business and systems controls in place for addressing business/regulatory data and IT compliance, for CBOregulations/notices. This is in addition to ensuring adequate procedures/processes are in place for continuous monitoring of both internal and outsourced/managed services vendor environments.
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   Ensure compliance to IT polices, processes, Information security policy and local regulations
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  <li>
   Full ownership and accountability for IT audit, RCSA (Risk Profiles) and other 3rd assurance reviews and ensure risk remediation in timely manner
  </li>
 </ul>
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   Procurement and Project Management
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 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Accountable for procurement of all IT equipment upon consultation/direction from Head Office in Oman branch and ensure proper oversight on the technology procuremg in OMAN branches
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   Ensure all OMAN local IT initiatives are negiotiation with terms favourable to the branch and/or timely renewed prior to expiry of contracts
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   Ensure all change management activities are carried out orderly, including changes to existing systems and implementation of new systems / processes are in compliance with HO Policy and local regulations, testing have being conducted with results properly validated and documentation/training have been shared with staff
  </li>
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   Accountable for the overall successful delivery of projects by overseeing the delivery to ensure that IT solutions implemented fulfil branch&rsquo;s needs.
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 </ul>
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  <strong>
   QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE:
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   Master&rsquo;s or Bachelor&rsquo;s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or related qualification
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   Certification in Cloud , Project Management Professional (PMP), COBIT, CISSP and/or other relevant technical certifications will be an advantage
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   At least 12 years of relevant work experience in banking Business and technology services , IT infrastructure and operations, inclusive of at least 5 years&rsquo; experience in leading and managing employees.
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   Good track record in IT strategy development, solution design, programme and project delivery and service management.
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   Strong working knowledge in enterprise applications, technical infrastructure, web and mobile technologies and IT security.
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   Strong business process and analytical skills with the ability to assimilate information quickly and communicate complex requirements and issues clearly and concisely.
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   Good grasp of IT technologies, methodologies, architectures, and best practices.
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   Understanding and appreciation of new trends and shifts in technology, ability to evaluate these trends/shifts for IT infrastructure and operations and developing budgets/plans that align to long term business transformation.
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   Excellent interpersonal, communication (both oral and written), influencing and negotiation skills
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   Pro-active, dynamic, dedicated and responsible self-starter with strong customer orientation
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   Confident and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with multi-tasking capabilities
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   Strong knowledge and understanding of CBO regulations
  </li>
 </ul>
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Vice President, Head of Information Technology, Oman

OQ Chemicals

<div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Title</b></div><div><b><br>
</b></div></div><div><div>Team Leader &ndash; IT Infrastructure &amp; Cloud</div></div><div><br>
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Function</b></div></div><div><br>
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Information &amp; Digital Services</div></div></div><div><br>
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<div><b>Stream</b></div></div><div><br>
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IDS &amp; Facility<br>
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<div><div><div><b>Location</b></div></div><div><br>
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Oman - Duqm</div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Budget control</b></div></div><div><br>
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*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*</div></div></div><div><br>
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<div><b>Reporting to</b></div></div><div><br>
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Head, IT Operation</div></div><div><br>
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Direct reports</b></div></div><div><br>
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TBD<br>
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<div><div><div><b>Job purpose</b></div><br>
<div><b>
</b></div><div>The Team Leader, IT Network &amp; Infrastructure is responsible for leading and governing IT Infrastructure, IT Network, and IT Service Desk functions, ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing enterprise IT services across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. The role drives availability, scalability, and disaster recovery readiness while ensuring efficient end-user support, seamless connectivity, and continuity of business-critical operations.</div><br>
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The position will act in accordance with the OQ8&rsquo;s Mission, Vision, Values &amp; Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani&rsquo;s government &amp; other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Infrastructure &amp; Cloud:</b></div>
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Lead the architecture, design, and operations of enterprise infrastructure across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments, ensuring scalability, security, high availability, and disaster recovery readiness.</div><br>
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<div><b>
Identity &amp; Security:</b></div>
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Oversee identity and access management (AD, Azure AD/Entra ID), ensuring secure, compliant access control and governance across all platforms.</div><br>
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Virtualization &amp; Data Center:</b></div>
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Manage compute, virtualization (VMware), storage, and data center technologies, including capacity planning, lifecycle management, and performance optimization.</div><br>
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Backup &amp; Disaster Recovery:</b></div>
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Ensure robust backup, recovery, and disaster recovery capabilities aligned with RPO/RTO targets, including regular testing and compliance with regulatory requirements.</div><br>
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Networking:</b></div>
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Oversee enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring resilient, secure, and high-performing connectivity across all environments.</div><br>
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Operating Systems &amp; Platforms:</b></div>
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Manage Windows and Linux environments, supporting performance, patching, and hybrid platforms including containers where applicable.</div><br>
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Service Desk &amp; IT Operations:</b></div>
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Lead IT Service Desk operations, ensuring efficient incident and request management, high service quality, SLA compliance, and a strong end-user experience.</div><br>
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Governance &amp; Vendor Management:</b></div>
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Act as the technical escalation point, manage vendors and service providers, define SLAs and operational models, and ensure successful delivery of infrastructure initiatives.</div></div></div><div><br>
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<div><b>Key interactions</b></div>
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Internal: Corporate Services and all OQ8 Functions</div>
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External: Staffing specialized Contractors, Vendors &amp; Suppliers</div></div></div><div><br>
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<div><b>Notable Working Conditions. </b>Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site.</div></div></div><div><br>
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<div><b>Education requirements</b></div></div><div><br>
<p>
Minimum Qualifications for this position is a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering - Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.</p></div></div><div><br>
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<div><b>Language</b></div></div><div><br>
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Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic - Native (desirable)<br>
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<div><div><div><b>Background and experience</b></div></div><div><br>
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Competencies and skills</b></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><br>
<ul>
<li>Minimum 10+ years in IT infrastructure within large enterprise setup. Experience in Oil &amp; Gas sector is good to have, or relevant Field</li>
<li>5+ years in a senior/lead role covering data centre, cloud/hybrid, identity, networking, virtualization, storage, and HA/DR ready environments.</li>
<li>Proven experience designing and operating highly available, resilient infrastructure aligned to RPO/RTO targets.</li>
<li>Hands on expertise in Microsoft AD/Azure AD, VMware, Azure IaaS, SAN/NAS/Tape, Networking, Windows &amp; Linux, and Enterprise Backup.</li>
<li>Experience leading teams, managing multiple vendors, and supporting 24&times;7 mission critical services.</li>
<li>IT Service Management Experience(ITIL-based): Applying basic ITIL processes (incident, request, change), to managing service performance and SLAs, and ultimately leading and optimizing end-to-end IT service delivery aligned with business objectives.</li></ul><br>
</div>
<div><p>Soft &amp; Leadership:
</p><ul><li>Strong people leadership and team management capability.</li>
<li>Clear, confident communication and stakeholder engagement across technical and business teams.</li>
<li>Strategic and analytical thinker with sound commercial awareness.</li>
<li>Ability to lead multiple initiatives in complex, 24&times;7 operational environments.</li>
<li>Strength in relationship building, cross‑functional collaboration, and vendor interaction.</li>
<li>Effective business and process analysis translating requirements into infrastructure outcomes.</li>
<li>Excellent problem‑solving, organization, and decision‑making skills under pressure.</li>
</ul>
<p>Core Competencies:
</p><ul><li>Strategic leadership</li>
<li> Strong in Building IT infrastructure.</li>
<li>High availability and disaster recovery mindset.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.</li>
<li>Ability to operate in complex enterprise and shared services environments.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.</li>
<li>Infrastructure project delivery and execution (planning, coordination, delivery).</li>
<li>Structured systems analysis and infrastructure design.</li>
<li>Data centre and advanced infrastructure technical depth.</li>
<li>Contract and vendor management (review, governance, delivery oversight).</li>
<li>Quality‑driven execution with adherence to IT best practices and accuracy.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Team Leader, IT Infrastructure & Cloud - OQ8

Perfume Unlimited LLC

<p><b>Company Profile:</b></p><p>A well-established luxury retail company operating in Oman, representing internationally renowned brands in perfumes, beauty, luxury gifts, and lifestyle products. The company operates multiple premium retail outlets across the Sultanate and is recognized as one of the leading luxury retail chains in Oman.</p><p><b>Engagement Type:</b></p><p>HR Manager</p><p><b>Role Overview:</b></p><p>We are seeking an experienced HR Consultant to review and realign the HR policies, procedures, and governance framework of the organization to ensure alignment with regional standards and best practices.</p><p>The consultant will work closely with the Group Head &ndash; HR based in Dubai (Regional Head Office) and will support the transformation and standardization of HR processes across Capital Stores operations in Oman.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Review current HR policies, SOPs, and employee lifecycle processes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Oman Labour Law and HR regulatory requirements.</li><li>Realign HR policies and procedures with regional HR standards applied across group companies.</li><li>Identify gaps in HR governance, compliance, and operational processes.</li><li>Develop updated HR policies, manuals, and SOP frameworks.</li><li>Provide advisory support to management on HR structure and best practices.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Extensive knowledge and practical experience with Oman Labour Law.</li><li>Proven experience as HR Consultant / HR Transformation Lead / Senior HR Manager.</li><li>Strong experience in HR policy development, HR governance, and compliance frameworks.</li><li>Prior experience in retail or luxury retail sector will be an advantage.</li><li>Ability to work on a project-based assignment in Muscat for 3&ndash;6 months.</li></ul><p><b>Reporting Line:</b></p><p>Reporting directly to the Group Head &ndash; HR (Regional Head Office &ndash; Dubai).</p><p><b>Preferred: </b>Omani nationality</p><p><b>Location: Muscat, Oman</b></p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: Up to RO1,000.000 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

HR Manager

Pure planet

<p><b>Job Description: Head Barista (Specialty Coffee Shop &amp; Caf&eacute; Concept)</b></p><p><b>Position Summary</b></p><p>The Head Barista is responsible for leading all coffee and beverage operations, ensuring exceptional beverage quality, consistency, service excellence, and adherence to company standards. The role oversees bar operations, coffee preparation, beverage development, team training, equipment management, inventory control, and customer experience.</p><p>The ideal candidate must have strong specialty coffee knowledge, advanced barista skills, experience in caf&eacute; operations, and the ability to lead and develop a professional bar team.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>Coffee &amp; Beverage Operations</b></p><ul><li>Lead daily bar operations and ensure smooth beverage production.</li><li>Prepare and oversee the preparation of:</li><li>Specialty coffee beverages</li><li>Espresso-based drinks</li><li>Filter coffee</li><li>Cold coffee beverages</li><li>Signature drinks</li><li>Non-coffee beverages</li><li>Smoothies and other caf&eacute; beverages</li><li>Ensure all beverages meet company recipes, standards, and presentation requirements.</li><li>Maintain consistency in taste, quality, and service speed.</li></ul><p><b>Coffee Quality Management</b></p><ul><li>Monitor coffee quality from grinding, extraction, brewing, and final serving.</li><li>Perform daily espresso calibration and grinder adjustment.</li><li>Ensure proper coffee extraction parameters are maintained.</li><li>Monitor:</li><li>Coffee dose</li><li>Grind size</li><li>Extraction time</li><li>Yield</li><li>Beverage temperature</li><li>Conduct regular quality checks and tasting sessions.</li><li>Maintain coffee standards across all shifts.</li></ul><p><b>Menu Development &amp; Beverage Innovation</b></p><ul><li>Develop new coffee and beverage recipes.</li><li>Create seasonal drinks and promotional beverages.</li><li>Improve beverage presentation and customer experience.</li><li>Standardize recipes, preparation methods, and serving procedures.</li><li>Maintain beverage recipe cards and SOP documentation.</li></ul><p><b>Bar Team Leadership &amp; Training</b></p><ul><li>Lead, train, and develop baristas to achieve company standards.</li><li>Conduct coffee training and skills improvement sessions.</li><li>Create barista training programs and assessment procedures.</li><li>Monitor staff performance and provide coaching.</li><li>Prepare bar schedules and assign daily responsibilities.</li></ul><p><b>Customer Experience</b></p><ul><li>Ensure excellent guest interaction and hospitality standards.</li><li>Handle customer feedback related to beverages professionally.</li><li>Promote coffee knowledge and create a premium caf&eacute; experience.</li><li>Support upselling and product recommendations.</li></ul><p><b>Inventory &amp; Cost Control</b></p><ul><li>Monitor coffee, beverage, and bar supplies inventory.</li><li>Coordinate with Store Keeper and Procurement Team for ordering requirements.</li><li>Control usage of:</li><li>Coffee beans</li><li>Milk products</li><li>Syrups</li><li>Powders</li><li>Tea products</li><li>Beverage ingredients</li><li>Packaging materials</li><li>Minimize beverage waste and maintain proper portion control.</li><li>Conduct regular stock checks and reconciliation.</li></ul><p><b>Bar Equipment Management</b></p><ul><li>Ensure proper operation and maintenance of:</li><li>Espresso machines</li><li>Coffee grinders</li><li>Brewing equipment</li><li>Blenders</li><li>Beverage machines</li><li>Water filtration systems</li><li>Perform daily cleaning and maintenance checks.</li><li>Coordinate preventive maintenance and report equipment issues.</li></ul><p><b>Food Safety &amp; Hygiene Compliance</b></p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with HACCP, hygiene, and sanitation standards.</li><li>Maintain clean and organized bar stations.</li><li>Ensure proper storage and labeling of beverage ingredients.</li><li>Monitor milk handling and temperature control.</li><li>Maintain cleaning schedules for coffee equipment.</li></ul><p><b>Reporting &amp; Administration</b></p><ul><li>Prepare daily bar reports and operational updates.</li><li>Monitor beverage sales performance.</li><li>Analyze popular and slow-moving beverages.</li><li>Maintain beverage recipes, SOPs, and training records.</li><li>Coordinate with Operations and Management regarding improvements.</li></ul><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Barista certification or specialty coffee training preferred.</li><li>Minimum <b>4&ndash;5 years of experience</b> as a Barista, Senior Barista, or Head Barista.</li><li>Experience in:</li><li>Specialty coffee shops</li><li>Premium caf&eacute;s</li><li>Bakery caf&eacute;s</li><li>Restaurant beverage operations</li></ul><p><b>Mandatory Knowledge &amp; SkillsSpecialty Coffee Expertise</b></p><p>Strong knowledge of:</p><ul><li>Coffee origins and varieties</li><li>Coffee roasting basics</li><li>Espresso preparation</li><li>Brewing methods</li><li>Coffee extraction principles</li><li>Grinder calibration</li><li>Milk steaming and latte art</li><li>Coffee tasting and sensory evaluation</li></ul><p><b>Beverage Knowledge</b></p><p>Knowledge of:</p><ul><li>Hot coffee beverages</li><li>Cold coffee beverages</li><li>Signature drinks</li><li>Mocktails</li><li>Tea preparation</li><li>Smoothies</li><li>Seasonal beverage development</li><li>Beverage costing</li></ul><p><b>Bar Operations</b></p><ul><li>Bar workflow management</li><li>Recipe standardization</li><li>Beverage quality control</li><li>Cost control</li><li>Inventory management</li><li>Team training</li><li>Customer service standards</li></ul><p><b>Systems Knowledge (Mandatory)</b></p><p>Must have knowledge of:</p><ul><li>POS Systems</li><li>POS Back Office Systems</li><li>ERP Systems (Odoo, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)</li><li>Inventory Management Systems</li><li>Recipe &amp; Costing Systems</li></ul><p>Ability to:</p><ul><li>Review beverage sales reports</li><li>Monitor product consumption</li><li>Support inventory control</li><li>Maintain beverage records</li><li>Analyze beverage performance</li></ul><p><b>Microsoft Office Skills</b></p><ul><li><b>Microsoft Excel:</b> Beverage costing, inventory tracking, sales analysis, and reports.</li><li><b>Microsoft Word:</b> SOPs, recipes, and training documentation.</li><li><b>Microsoft Outlook:</b> Professional communication.</li><li><b>Microsoft PowerPoint:</b> Basic presentations and training materials.</li></ul><p><b>Additional Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Strong leadership and communication skills.</li><li>Passion for specialty coffee and hospitality.</li><li>Ability to train and develop barista teams.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure during peak hours.</li><li>Flexible to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.</li><li>Physically fit to stand for extended periods.</li></ul><p><b>Core Competencies</b></p><ul><li>Coffee Expertise &amp; Passion</li><li>Beverage Quality Management</li><li>Team Leadership</li><li>Training &amp; Development</li><li>Customer Experience Focus</li><li>Cost Awareness</li><li>Operational Excellence</li><li>Problem Solving</li><li>Attention to Detail</li><li>Creativity &amp; Innovation</li><li>Professional Communication</li></ul><p><b>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)</b></p><ul><li>Beverage Quality &amp; Consistency</li><li>Customer Satisfaction</li><li>Beverage Sales Performance</li><li>Coffee Waste Reduction</li><li>Beverage Cost Percentage</li><li>Recipe Compliance</li><li>Bar Cleanliness &amp; Organization</li><li>Equipment Maintenance Compliance</li><li>Barista Training Completion</li><li>Service Speed &amp; Accuracy</li><li>Inventory Accuracy</li></ul><p>This job description is suitable for a <b>Head Barista managing a specialty coffee shop, bakery caf&eacute;, and premium beverage operation</b>, responsible for coffee excellence, beverage innovation, team leadership, and maintaining world-class caf&eacute; standards.</p><p>Pay: RO1.000 - RO2.000 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Head Barista

Global Green Growth Institute

<div>
 <strong>
  Location:
 </strong>
 Oman
 <br/>
 <strong>
  City:
 </strong>
 Salalah
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Contract Type:
 </strong>
 Staff
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Grade:
 </strong>
 G7
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Salary scale:
 </strong>
 Country Scale
 <br/>
 <br/>
 End date of appointment
 <br/>
 <br/>
 24 months
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Deadline:
 </strong>
 11/08/2026
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job Reference:
 </strong>
 New-RP26-46
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 <em>
  Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9)
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </em>
 INTRODUCTION TO GGGI
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 The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 In the Sultanate of Oman, GGGI has partnered with the Government through the leadership of the Environment Authority (EA) to develop the "Accelerating Resilience and Innovation for Sustainable Ecosystems management" (ARISE) Program. The ARISE Program is a USD 100 million initiative spanning six years, designed to deliver climate action, ecosystem restoration, and economic growth through Nature-based Solutions (NbS) integrated into the Bioeconomy and Sustainable Special Economic Zones (SSEZs). The program ultimately targets the restoration of 30,000 hectares of land, an estimated 750,000 tCO2e/year in greenhouse gas emission reductions, and the creation of over 1,000 green jobs. The implementation of the ARISE Program is structured around two phases. Phase 1 will cover 2 years, and Phase 2 will be over 4 years. The funding has been approved for Phase 1.
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 <strong>
  Position Summary
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Based in Salalah, in Dhofar Governorate, Oman, the Senior Associate, Data Analytics &ndash; Data Collection Mechanism (&ldquo;Senior Associate&rdquo;) supports the implementation and operation of the data process is a foundational technical role responsible for designing, building, and operationalizing the data infrastructure that underpins the entire ARISE Program's evidence base. Reporting to the ARISE Program Lead and working in close coordination with the MEL &amp; Data Officer, this position contributes to maintaining a reliable and centralized data repository to support monitoring, reporting, and program decision-making.
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 This role focuses on supporting data management processes &mdash; including assisting with data collection workflows, maintaining data pipelines, integrating multiple data sources (field surveys, GIS, GHG inventories, socio-economic datasets), and supporting data quality and consistency. The Senior Associate works closely with the MEL &amp; Data Officer to support how data is collected, stored, processed, and made accessible for program use.
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 PURPOSE
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   Support the implement and operation of the ARISE Program's Data Collection Mechanism (DCM), contributing to centralized, quality-controlled data repository that serves all three program pillars
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   Assist in maintaining data pipelines that ingest field survey data, remote sensing/GIS outputs, GHG emissions data, and socio-economic indicators from multiple sources.
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   Support data quality protocols, including validation chekcs, and audit trails to ensure the integrity and traceability of all program data from source to report.
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   Assist in developing and maintaining interactive data dashboards and visualizations for the Program Steering Committee (PSC), Program Management Committee (PMC), and M&amp;E reporting requirements.
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   Support collaborate with government stakeholders (Environment Authority, NCSI, Oman Zero Carbon Center) to align the DCM with national data standards, MRV frameworks, and the national GHG inventory.
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   Coordinate with internal teamsto ensure that data collection, validation, and reporting process are aligned with program requirements
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   Support engagement with Omani government stakeholders,including the Environment Authority (EA), the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), and the Dhofar Municipality, to negotiate data-sharing agreements and align data collection protocols with national systems.
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   Liaise with academic and research institutionsincluding the Dhofar University Biodiversity Research Center (BRC), to integrate third-party data streams and validate field data.
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   Collaborate with the Regional MEL Senior Officer (MENA) to align the DCM with GGGI's organizational data standards, PCM guidelines, and GHG accounting methodologies.
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 ENGAGEMENT
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   Coordinate with internal teams to ensure that data collection, validation, and reporting process are aligned with program requirements
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   Support engagement with Omani government stakeholders, including the Environment Authority (EA), the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), and the Dhofar Municipality, to negotiate data-sharing agreements and align data collection protocols with national systems.
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   Liaise with academic and research institution sincluding the Dhofar University Biodiversity Research Center (BRC), to integrate third-party data streams and validate field data.
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   Collaborate with the Regional MEL Senior Officer (MENA) to align the DCM with GGGI's organizational data standards, PCM guidelines, and GHG accounting methodologies.
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   Support the setup and ongoing operation of the ARISE Data Collection Mechanism (DCM) , including assisting with data structure organization, , database updates, , and access supports.
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   Assist in coordinating data-sharing arrangement with key data-providing institutions (government agencies, research centers, line ministries) to support access to secondary data sources.
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   Supporting the maintenance of a centralized data repository that integrates: (a) primary field survey data from KAP studies and ecological assessments, (b) secondary data from government records and national statistics, (c) GIS spatial data layers, (d) GHG emissions data, and (e) socio-economic indicators.
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   Support data quality assurance processes, including validation rules, outlier detection, missing data handling, and version control, ensuring that all data entering the repository is documented and traceable.
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   Support the development and updating of data dashboards (using Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent) to provide real-time visibility into program performance indicators for internal and reporting purposes.
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   Support the MEL &amp; Data Officer in producing program reports, including Annual End-Of-Year-Results (EOYR) reports, donor progress reports, and impact case studies, by preparing cleaned and organized datasets.
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   Maintain document all DCM processes, including data dictionaries, workflow, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support continuity and knowledge transfer.
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   Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in data science, statistics, computer science, information management, environmental science, or a related quantitative field.
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   Preffered at least 5 years of professional experience in data management, database design, data engineering, or data analysis for international development, climate, or environmental projects.
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   Experience supporting data collection, validation, organization, and reporting processes within development, climate, or environmental programs is desirable
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   Demonstrated proficiency in at least one programming language for data analysis (Python, R) and experience with SQL for database querying and management.
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   Experience designing and implementing ETL pipelines and working with data integration tools.
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   Proven experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) and dashboard development.
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   Experience working with GIS data and spatial analysis tools (QGIS, ArcGIS, or Python/R spatial libraries) is highly desirable.
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   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Working proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable for stakeholder engagement in Dhofar.
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   Good understanding of data management concepts, including data organization, validation, quality control, and reporting support.
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   Ability to support data collection mechanisms and maintain datasets in line with established program requirements.
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   Ability to coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support data collection, validation, and information sharing.
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   Strong attention to detail, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across datasets.
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   Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks within defined timelines.
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   Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify data issues and support practical solutions.
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   Ability to prepare clear datasets, basic reports, and data visualizations to support program monitoring.
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   Good documentation skills, including maintaining data dictionaries and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
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   Understand and actively support GGGI's mission, vision and values.
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   Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.
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   Excel at problem solving, ask questions and seek support when needed, share information and knowledge with others both internally and externally.
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   Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport and resolve conflict easily.
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   Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity.
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 WORKING CONDITIONS
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 The Senior Associate, Data Analytics &ndash; DCM is an G7NAT grade level in GGGI's national salary scale, details of which can be found in the GGGI Staff Rules on GGGI's website. In addition, GGGI provides 27 days of annual leave, flexible work arrangements and contribution towards private health insurance that covers dental and vision. The appointment is for 24 months, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and budget availability.
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 GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse life-cycle challenges and assist Staff members to achieve a better balance between work commitments and personal and family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity and well-being of Staff members.
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 For more information on GGGI's terms and conditions (allowances, health care, education etc.) please familiarize yourself with GGGI's Rules and Regulations at: https://gggi.org/policy-documents/
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 Child protection &ndash; GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI's Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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   Child protection &ndash; GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI&rsquo;s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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Senior Associate, Data Analytics - Data collection Mechanism

Thawani Pay

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   THE ROLE
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   We are looking for a Senior QA/QC Engineer to join our quality engineering team and play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and security of Thawani's fintech products across mobile, web, and API layers.
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   This is a hands-on role for an experienced quality engineer who is strong in both manual and automation testing, enjoys building and maintaining robust test frameworks, and thrives on solving complex quality challenges in a highly secure, regulated domain. You'll work closely with Product Owners, Developers, and DevOps to embed quality throughout the development lifecycle.
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   Beyond executing tests, you'll define test strategies, review requirements and designs for testability, mentor junior QA engineers, and champion quality engineering standards across the team. You will report directly to the QA Team Lead and work alongside a small, highly collaborative engineering team focused on delivering secure, scalable fintech solutions.
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   WHAT YOU'LL DO
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases for mobile, web, and API testing.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Perform manual testing across functional, regression, integration, exploratory, usability, and edge-case scenarios.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Build and maintain automated test suites for mobile (iOS and Android), web, and RESTful/SOAP APIs.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop and maintain scalable, reusable automation frameworks using tools such as Appium, Selenium, Playwright or Cypress, and REST Assured or Postman.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and fast feedback.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Validate fintech business flows including digital wallets, QR payments, transfers, bill payments, card tokenization, and insurance services.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Analyze business requirements and UI/UX designs, and review them for testability, completeness, and edge cases.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Identify, document, track, and verify defects across development, testing, UAT, and production environments.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Contribute to security and performance testing to ensure applications meet fintech-grade standards.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Leverage AI-assisted testing tools to accelerate test case generation, test data creation, and defect analysis while maintaining high quality.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mentor junior QA engineers, review test artifacts, and help maintain quality engineering standards across the team.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Participate in technical discussions, estimation, release readiness reviews, and continuous improvement of QA processes.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Participate in technical interviews and QA exercises during the hiring process.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Stay current with emerging testing tools, automation frameworks, AI-assisted testing practices, and industry best practices.
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   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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   Testing &amp; Quality
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong experience in both manual and automation testing across mobile, web, and API layers.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Solid understanding of QA methodologies, the software testing lifecycle (STLC), and test design techniques.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience testing native and cross-platform mobile applications on both iOS and Android.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience testing web applications across browsers, resolutions, and devices.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong experience in API testing, including functional, contract, and negative testing.
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   Automation
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hands-on experience with mobile automation tools such as Appium.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hands-on experience with web automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright, or Cypress.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience automating API tests using tools such as REST Assured, Postman, or similar.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proficiency in at least one programming language used for test automation (e.g., Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or C#).
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
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   Tools &amp; Practices
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira, TestRail, Zephyr, or Xray.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong understanding of Git workflows and collaborative development.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience working with multiple application environments (Development, UAT, Production).
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Familiarity with AI-assisted testing tools and how to apply them to improve QA productivity.
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   Education &amp; Experience
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4+ years of QA/QC experience covering both manual and automation testing.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience mentoring QA engineers and contributing to quality standards.
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   Soft Skills
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail abilities.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Demonstrated ownership mindset and ability to take initiative.
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   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience testing in finance, e-commerce, or other high-security and regulated domains.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter, k6, or Gatling.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience with security testing concepts and the OWASP Top 10.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Familiarity with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber or SpecFlow.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience working within Agile development teams.
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ISTQB certification or equivalent.
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   NICE TO HAVE
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   &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Familiarity with AI-assisted software development and testing practices.
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   WHY JOIN THAWANI TECHNOLOGIES
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   At Thawani, you'll have the opportunity to work on products that are transforming digital payments across Oman and the GCC.
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   You'll join a collaborative engineering team where your ideas matter, your technical expertise is valued, and you'll have the opportunity to influence products used by thousands of customers every day.
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   We foster a culture of continuous learning, ownership, innovation, and engineering excellence while encouraging our teams to explore modern technologies and improve the way we build software.
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   If you're passionate about quality engineering, fintech, and building automation that safeguards products used by thousands of customers, we'd love to hear from you.
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Senior QA/QC Engineer

Holden Grant

<p><b>Location:</b> Muscat, Oman<br/><b>Nationality:</b> Omani Nationals Only<br/><b>Experience:</b> Minimum 3 years in IT &amp; Enterprise Sales</p><p>Job Summary</p><p>Our client, one of the world's leading IT companies, is looking for an experienced <b>IT &amp; Enterprise Sales Executive</b> to join their team in Muscat. The ideal candidate should have a proven background in IT sales, strong business development skills, and experience working with enterprise customers.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Identify and develop new business opportunities within the enterprise sector.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.</li><li>Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable IT solutions.</li><li>Manage the complete sales cycle from lead generation to deal closure.</li><li>Prepare proposals, quotations, and sales presentations.</li><li>Meet and exceed assigned sales targets.</li><li>Work closely with technical and pre-sales teams to deliver the right solutions.</li><li>Maintain an updated sales pipeline and provide regular sales reports.</li><li>Keep up to date with market trends and competitor activities.</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Omani National (Mandatory).</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum <b>3 years of experience</b> in IT and Enterprise Sales.</li><li>Experience selling IT solutions such as cloud services, cybersecurity, networking, infrastructure, software, or managed services.</li><li>Proven ability to achieve sales targets and develop new business.</li><li>Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.</li><li>Good relationship management and customer service skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools.</li><li>Valid Omani driving license is an advantage.</li></ul><p>Preferred Skills</p><ul><li>Enterprise account management.</li><li>Business development and solution selling.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Are you an Omani National?</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

IT and Enterprise Sales Executive (Omani Nationals Only)

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