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chief financial officer (cfo) (electricity and cable manufacturing)

chief financial officers

head of finance

Confidential

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 About Role:
 
 
 
 As the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for establishing and leading the financial function of our Bahrain operations as we expand into GCC. You will play a critical role in ensuring financial compliance, shaping commercial strategy, and managing local and regional financial operations. This is a high-impact leadership role for a commercially astute finance professional with experience in high-growth fintech or payments environments.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Strategic Finance &amp; Leadership
 
 
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 Develop and execute the financial strategy for the Bahrain business unit in alignment with global objectives.
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 Advise the leadership team on financial planning, funding, and investment decisions.
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 Build and lead a high-performing local finance team as the operation scales.
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 Financial Operations &amp; Reporting
 
 
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 Oversee all accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting functions.
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 Ensure compliance with Bahrain legal, and regulatory requirements (e.g. VAT, CBB reporting).
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 Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
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 Treasury &amp; Cash Flow
 
 
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 Manage working capital, cash flow, and liquidity planning for the Bahrain entity.
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 Optimize local banking relationships and FX exposure in a multi-currency environment.
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 Risk &amp; Controls
 
 
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 Establish financial controls and processes that support operational excellence and scalability.
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 Mitigate financial and regulatory risks through robust internal controls and audits.
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 Market Entry &amp; Expansion Support
 
 
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 Support entity setup, licensing, and registration with Bahrain regulatory authorities.
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 Conduct market analysis, cost modeling, and pricing support for local product offerings.
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 Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Compliance, Product, and Commercial teams to enable successful market penetration.
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 Preferred Qualifications &amp; Experience:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or professional accounting qualification (e.g. CPA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.
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 8&ndash;12 years of finance experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
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 Proven track record in fintech, payments, or financial services &ndash; ideally in emerging markets
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 Deep understanding of Bahrain financial, and regulatory frameworks.
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 Strong commercial acumen and business partnering capability.
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 Fluent in English and Arabic
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Head of Finance

SSC HR Solutions

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 Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
 
 
 
 
 Industrial Manufacturing | International Leadership Opportunity
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Middle East (primary base in Jeddah region)
 
 
 
 Relocation:
 
 Executive relocation support available
 
 
 
 Reporting to:
 
 Chief Executive Officer
 
 
 
 The Opportunity
 
 
 
 We are seeking a
 
 Chief Financial Officer
 
 to lead financial strategy, governance, and performance management for a large-scale
 
 industrial manufacturing group
 
 operating across multiple production sites.
 
 
 This role is open to
 
 internationally experienced finance leaders
 
 with strong backgrounds in
 
 manufacturing, listed-company standards, and complex industrial environments
 
 . Candidates from Europe, South Africa, and other developed industrial markets are encouraged to apply. Relocation support is available.
 
 
 The CFO will act as a
 
 strategic partner to the CEO and Board
 
 , driving financial discipline, transparency, and long-term value creation across the organization.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Financial Strategy &amp; Executive Leadership
 
 
 
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 Develop and execute the company's financial strategy to support growth, profitability, and sustainability
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 Lead long-term financial planning, scenario modelling, and capital allocation decisions
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 Provide strategic insights and recommendations to the CEO, Board, and executive leadership team
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 Drive financial transformation initiatives, including systems, policies, internal controls, and reporting frameworks
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Financial Reporting, Controls &amp; Compliance
 
 
 
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 Oversee accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with IFRS
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 Strengthen internal controls across procurement, inventory, manufacturing, logistics, sales, and cash management
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 Ensure compliance with governance, disclosure, and regulatory standards
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 Lead engagement with external auditors, advisors, and regulatory bodies
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Manufacturing &amp; Operational Finance (Cable / Electrical Products)
 
 
 
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 Lead industrial costing and margin analysis across complex manufacturing operations
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 Oversee raw-material cost visibility (copper, aluminium, polymers, steel, and consumables)
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 Monitor production KPIs including efficiency, yield, scrap, variances, and working capital
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 Partner with operations and commercial teams on pricing, product mix, profitability, and CAPEX decisions
 
 
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 Treasury, Liquidity &amp; Capital Structure
 
 
 
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 Manage liquidity planning, cash-flow forecasting, and banking relationships
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 Oversee treasury activities including trade finance, hedging, and foreign-exchange exposure
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 Optimize capital structure to support growth and capital-investment programs
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 Provide financial oversight on major supplier and long-term commercial contracts
 
 
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 Risk Management &amp; Governance
 
 
 
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 Embed enterprise-wide risk management covering financial, operational, and market risks
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 Strengthen internal audit readiness and remediation processes
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 Enhance governance frameworks, delegation of authority, and financial policies
 
 
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 Finance Systems &amp; Digital Transformation
 
 
 
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 Lead implementation and optimization of ERP, EPM, and finance systems
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 Ensure integration between finance, manufacturing, and operational data platforms
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 Drive automation, analytics, and management dashboards
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 Safeguard financial data integrity and compliance with data-protection regulations
 
 
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 Leadership &amp; Talent Development
 
 
 
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 Lead and develop high-performing finance teams across FP&amp;A, accounting, treasury, and costing
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 Build a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
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 Develop succession plans and strengthen finance capability across the organization
 
 
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 Key Success Measures
 
 
 
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 EBITDA and margin improvement
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 Cash conversion cycle optimization
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 Forecast accuracy and financial transparency
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 Cost control and margin discipline
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 Strength of governance and internal controls
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 Return on invested capital (ROIC)
 
 
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 Candidate Profile
 
 
 
 
 Experience &amp; Background
 
 
 
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 15+ years of senior finance experience, including executive leadership roles
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 Strong background in industrial manufacturing (cables, electrical products, metals, or similar sectors preferred)
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 Experience operating within listed-company standards or highly governed environments
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 Deep understanding of IFRS, industrial costing, treasury, and risk management
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 Proven ability to engage effectively with Boards, banks, auditors, and senior stakeholders
 
 
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 International Experience
 
 
 
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 Experience working in European, South African, or other internationally governed environments is highly valued
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 Comfortable operating in multicultural and cross-border settings
 
 
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 Education &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline
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 Professional certification required (CPA, ACCA, CA(SA), CMA, or CFA)
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 MBA or postgraduate qualification preferred
 
 
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 Why Join
 
 
 
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 Executive leadership role with Board-level influence
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 Exposure to large-scale, technically complex manufacturing operations
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 Opportunity to shape financial governance and operational performance
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 Competitive executive compensation and full international relocation support
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 Long-term leadership role in a stable, growth-oriented industrial organization
 
 
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 Working Environment
 
 
 
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 Office and manufacturing environments with regular engagement at plant level
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 High-impact role with senior leadership visibility
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 Travel across regional and international operations
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 </ul>
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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) (Electricity and Cable Manufacturing)

Ardent Advisory

<div>
 
 
 Head of Internal Audit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Bahrain
 
 
 
 Industry:
 
 Luxury Retail &amp; Manufacturing
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 Full-time | On-site
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Company
 
 
 A well-established luxury retail group in the GCC, operating a portfolio of high-end retail outlets, workshops, and corporate entities, is seeking a
 
 Head of Internal Audit
 
 to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls across the Group.
 
 
 The organization is known for its long-standing market presence, strong brand reputation, and commitment to operational excellence.
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 The Head of Internal Audit will lead the internal audit function and provide independent assurance to senior leadership. The role plays a critical part in evaluating financial integrity, operational efficiency, and risk exposure across retail, manufacturing, inventory, and corporate functions.
 
 
 This position offers significant visibility across the business and close interaction with executive management.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Audit &amp; Assurance
 
 
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 Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan across group entities
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 Conduct audits covering retail operations, inventory, cash handling, procurement, and financial reporting
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 Assess internal controls, governance frameworks, and compliance with policies and regulations
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 Risk &amp; Control
 
 
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 Identify enterprise risks, control gaps, and process inefficiencies
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 Recommend practical, value-adding improvements
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 Support fraud prevention, investigations, and control enhancements
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 Reporting &amp; Stakeholder Engagement
 
 
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 Prepare and present clear audit reports with actionable recommendations
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 Track remediation of audit findings to closure
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 Liaise with external auditors and advisors as required
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 Advisory &amp; Improvement
 
 
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 Provide advisory input on new initiatives, systems, and business changes
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 Support continuous improvement of internal controls and governance practices
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 Requirements
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
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 8+ years of internal audit or risk experience
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 Background in retail, luxury, manufacturing, or inventory-intensive businesses
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 Professional certification (CIA, ACCA, CPA, CA)
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 Strong commercial awareness, integrity, and independence
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 Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
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 What&rsquo;s on offer
 
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 Senior leadership exposure within a reputable GCC-based group
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 Broad operational and financial scope
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 Long-term role with influence and impact
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 Competitive package aligned with seniority
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Head of Internal Audit

CCL Global

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 CCL are collaborating with a client based in Bahrain to recruit a Head of Asset Management to oversee and manage the financial, and operational performance of the company&rsquo;s growing portfolio of infrastructure assets. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in PPP (Public-Private Partnership) projects, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to optimize value creation across multiple assets and sectors.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role will be responsible for overseeing the lifecycle performance their projects across multiple infrastructure sectors, ensuring proper governance, risk management, compliance, and long-term sustainability in alignment with the company&rsquo;s strategic objectives. The role would also include developing and mentoring a team of asset managers, to monitor the financial and operational performance of the projects, with the aim to enhance value for shareholders through suitable optimisations.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Strategic Asset Management
 
 
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 Develop and implement the companies asset management strategy to maximize value, performance, and return on investments.
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 Lead portfolio planning, monitoring, and performance optimization across all assets.
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 Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management and the board for IRR protection and enhancement
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Construction and Transaction Oversight
 
 
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 Oversee the performance and compliance of PPP assets, ensuring adherence to concession agreements and regulatory frameworks.
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 Manage relationships with government stakeholders, regulators, and SPVs in PPP structures.
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 Construction oversight to manage project timelines and construction cost Interface with IE and lenders during construction
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Operational Management
 
 
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 Monitor concession compliance regularly
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 Monitor financial, technical, and operational KPIs across the PPP lifecycle (development, construction, operations).
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 Oversight of O&amp;M contractors against KPIs and benchmarking cost efficiency
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Commercial &amp; Financial Management
 
 
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 Oversee financial models, budgets, forecasts, and long-term projections for all assets.
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 Support the sponsor team in financial closure activities and take handover of the project from the development team
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 Monitor lender/ covenant compliance, Suggest refinancing opportunities during operational phase.
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 Lead and manage contractual claims, compensation events, and dispute avoidance strategies with EPC contractors and authorities
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 Concession expiry and extension strategy
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Performance Monitoring &amp; Reporting
 
 
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 Establish structured reporting frameworks for asset performance, risk, commercial updates, and financial health.
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 Present periodic asset performance reports to leadership, Board, and partners.
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 Drive data-driven decision-making to enhance asset value and mitigate risks.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Governance &amp; Compliance
 
 
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 Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, audit processes, and company policies.
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 Lead risk management strategies across the asset portfolio.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Stakeholder &amp; Relationship Management
 
 
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 Serve as key point of contact with joint venture partners, government entities, lenders, contractors, and O&amp;M providers.
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 Manage JV agreements and update the management on a timely basis
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 Drive strong communication and collaboration with internal departments including finance, legal, business development, and operations.
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 Distribution policy and dividend planning
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 Team Leadership
 
 
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 Build, mentor, and guide an asset management team with strong analytical and operational capabilities.
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 Foster a high-performance culture aligned with our clients core values.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience &amp; Qualifications:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; Master&rsquo;s preferred.
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 10&ndash;15+ years of experience in asset management, project finance, or PPP projects within infrastructure, utilities, or related sectors.
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 Proven track record managing assets under PPP frameworks (e.g., BOO, BOOT, DBFO).
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 At least one full PPP lifecycle exposure (construction &rarr; steady-state operations)
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 Direct interaction with lenders and authorities, not just advisors
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 Strong understanding of concession agreements, financial structuring, O&amp;M performance, and risk management.
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 Experience working with government entities, regulators, or multilateral institutions is a strong advantage.
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 Excellent analytical, commercial, and communication skills.
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 Leadership experience with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
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 </ul>
 
 
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Head of Asset Management

Housing Bank

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 Key Roles &amp; Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Reporting to the Head of Corporate Banking, prepare credit proposals and annual reviews in collaboration with the RMs by conducting financial analysis, risk assessments, proposing proper financing structures and submitting credit recommendation.
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 Support the Head of Corporate Banking in portfolio analysis and preparing feasibility studies.
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 Support Senior Corporate RMs in coordinating with the concerned departments regarding syndicated loans.
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 Participate in preparing reviews related to the segmentation of economic sector caps, target market criteria, risk appetite etc.
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 Perform ad hoc assignments assigned by the direct manager.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Requirements
 
 
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 Practical knowledge of credit standards.
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 Practical knowledge of the relevant Central Bank of Bahrain regulations.
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 Practical knowledge of the relevant legal frameworks in Bahrain.
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 Bachelor's degree in Business or any related field
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 At least 8 years of experience in a banking field in a similar role.
 </li>
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 Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Nationality:
 
 
 
 Only Bahrainis and expats currently working in the Bahraini banking sector may apply
 
</div>

Corporate Credit Analysis - Senior Officer / HBTF Bahrain

Converge

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 Head of Farm | Manama, Bahrain
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What This Role Is About
 
 
 
 We are looking for a Head of Farm, based in Manama, to lead farm operations for a leading regional dairy company.
 
 
 
 
 
 You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day farm management, ensuring high-quality milk production, animal health, feed management, and operational efficiency.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role is ideal for a seasoned farm management professional with extensive experience in dairy operations, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to drive performance, sustainability, and productivity.
 
 
 
 
 
 You will lead a team of farm managers and staff, implement best practices in herd management, optimize production processes, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
 
 
 
 
 
 Your ability to combine operational excellence with strategic planning will be central to maintaining and growing the farm&rsquo;s productivity and profitability.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Client&rsquo;s Definition of the Ideal Fit
 
 
 
 
 
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 10&ndash;15 years of experience in farm management, preferably within the dairy sector.
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 Strong knowledge of herd health, milk production, feed and nutrition management, and farm operations.
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 Proven experience leading teams and driving operational performance.
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 Familiarity with modern farm technologies and dairy production systems.
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 Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.
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 Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
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 Experience in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and sustainability practices.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 This opportunity offers the chance to lead farm operations, enhance production efficiency, and make a significant impact within a leading regional dairy company in Bahrain.
 
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Head of Farm

Eathai restaurant

Job Title: Marketing ManagerReports to: CEO / Operations ManagerDepartment: MarketingLocation: Head Office (with branch visits when needed)Job PurposeThe Marketing Manager is responsible for building brand awareness, increasing customer traffic, and driving sales across all outlets and concepts. They will design and implement marketing strategies, manage social media and digital presence, coordinate campaigns, and analyze performance to ensure ROI.Key ResponsibilitiesBrand &amp; Strategy<ul><li>Develop and execute marketing plans</li><li>Maintain brand consistency across all platforms (English &amp; Arabic).</li><li>Identify growth opportunities in new markets.</li></ul>Digital &amp; Social Media<ul><li>Manage content strategy for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and other platforms.</li><li>Coordinate photography, videography, and influencer campaigns.</li><li>Monitor engagement, respond to comments, and build community.</li></ul>Campaigns &amp; Promotions<ul><li>Plan and execute promotions, seasonal offers, and events.</li><li>Collaborate with Operations Manager and Head Chef on new product launches.</li><li>Track and report campaign results.</li></ul>Market Research &amp; Analytics<ul><li>Analyze competitors and industry trends.</li><li>Monitor sales data and link it with marketing performance.</li><li>Provide monthly reports on ROI, customer acquisition, and engagement metrics.</li></ul>Team &amp; Collaboration<ul><li>Supervise marketing officers/assistants.</li><li>Work closely with Operations, HR, and Accounting teams.</li><li>Coordinate with external agencies when required.</li></ul>Interested candidates please share CV to Hr@eathaibh.com mentioning job title &quot; Marketing Manager&quot;Job Type: Full-time

Marketing Manager

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