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Grant Thornton Bahrain

<div>
 
 Job Number: GRC Senior Consultant/ Assistant Manager
 
 
 
 
 Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
 
 
 
 
 Location: Bahrain
 
 
 
 
 Category: Technology Advisory
 
 
 
 Grant Thornton Bahrain is expanding their IT GRC practice and look to hire candidates at
 
 Senior Consultant and
 
 
 Consultant levels
 
 . As an integral member of the IT Advisory team, reporting to the responsibility of the GRC team is to carry out the engagements related to policy compliance, security requirements governance, as well as risk management.
 
 
 The ideal candidate will have knowledge of risk management, security and privacy practices and be an effective communicator, both written and verbal.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities include:
 
 
 
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 Lead and/or execute GRC engagements and IT audits.
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 Review and/or prepare project deliverables.
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 Point of contact for the client during the engagement execution.
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 Develop and participate in implementation of client initiatives focused on the reduction of technology risk, governance and compliance to policies and external regulatory compliance.
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 Evaluate business and IT risks.
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 Audit IT organizations, IT processes and IT systems against regulations, standards and good practices such as COBIT and ITIL.
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 Develop IT security standards, procedures, and controls to manage risks. Improve clients security positioning through process improvement, policy, automation, and the continuous evolution of capabilities.
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 Evaluation information security threats and their impact clients IT environment.
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 Support the senior team members, assist with the analysis of requirements and design of clients information security posture, as well as Legal, Regulatory and Scheme security requirements.
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 Support the senior team members in delivery of work streams for clients in compliance standards such as PCI DSS, ISO27001, EU GDPR and Bahrain PDPL and incident management disciplines.
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 Perform and investigate internal and external information security risk and exceptions assessments.
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 Assessing incidents, vulnerability management, scans, patching status, secure baselines, penetration test result, phishing, and social engineering tests and attacks.
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 Document and reporting control failures and gaps to stakeholders. Provides remediation guidance and prepares management reports to track remediation activities.
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 Stay current on best practices and technological advancements and acts as a technical resource for security assessment and regulatory compliance.
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 Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time based on the business requirements.
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 Knowledge of virtualization and cloud computing would be essential.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Skills:
 
 
 
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 Understanding of ISO 27001, PCI DSS, ITIL, ITSM, COBIT, ISO 3100, NIST standards and frameworks preferred.
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 For GRC role hands on experience on VA tools e.g., Nessus, Qualys etc would be an advantage.
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 Experience of risk management principles and associated methodologies
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 Ideally will have a CEH/ ISO 27001 ISMS/ ISO 22301 BCMS/ CISA/ COBIT/ CISM qualification.
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 Proven ability to make sound pragmatic decisions and judgements under tight timelines.
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 Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to influence and drive change in a collaborative way both internally and externally.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Essential requirements:
 
 
 
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 Consultant: 1+ years experience in IT Governance, Risk &amp; Compliance.
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 Senior Consultant: 3+ years experience in IT Governance, Risk &amp; Compliance.
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 Assistant Manager: 5+ years experience in IT Governance, Risk &amp; Compliance and must have team handling experience of atleast 1-2 years.
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 Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure atmosphere by being attentive and having a strong eye for details.
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 Exceptional client service along with the ability to develop excellent client relationships.
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 Good communication skills, both verbal and written (English is a must; Arabic will be a plus).
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 Candidates currently based in Bahrain are preferred.
 
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 </ul>
</div>

IT - Governance, Risk, and Compliance Consultant (GRC)

Howard Lock Consulting Ltd

<div>
 
 Job Title:
 
 Head of IT Governance
 
 
 
 Salary
 
 : 4-5k BD a month
 
 
 
 Sector:
 
 Banking
 
 
 
 Role Type:
 
 Permanent
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Bahrain
 
 
 
 Job Ref:
 
 26025
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Statement &amp; Purpose:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Head &ndash; IT Ops Governance and Control will streamline and harmonize all processes and control measures across the technology landscape, ensure alignment with overarching business objectives, promote a cohesive approach across units with IT to ensure tight control, yet allow for agile delivery, in the most effective and efficient manner.
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 The role will ensure prioritization of tasks, compliance to standards and policies, define and disseminate service level agreements within Business Units at each entity and across entities for shared services and uniformity of process, procedures, and control measures.
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 The role will undertake the budgeting, project tracking for the technology deliverables and Operational expense control and monitoring including entity recharges and agreements on the specific contracts and share of each entity.
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 The role will closely work with Finance, Strategy, and PMO to ensure alignment and reporting consistency and information updates.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Objectives:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Functional Governance Framework which is aligned with the Group.
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 Documented Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with Business Units, subsidiaries and Group.
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 Functional Organization Structure with clear segregation of duties and no single points of failure
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 Published Governance Processes and Procedures in alignment with the Organizational policies and industry best practices.
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 Annual Technology Budgets (CAPEX and OPEX).
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 Published &ldquo;Key Performance Indicators&rdquo;
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Implement local control in line with group polices.
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 Ensure license compliance in line with group enterprise agreement. Share license utilization with Group
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 Coordinate and support the group in tracking the group and local SLA&rsquo;s and provide periodical reports for adherence and non-compliance.
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 Keep the Group updated on major incidents faced at the subsidiary level and impacts the Technology services.
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 Establish the Governance Framework and align with the Group establishing local controls (like CAB) in line with Group policies
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 Establish the Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with Business Units, subsidiaries and Group. Once agreed and established, ensure regular monitoring and adjustments are done to optimize the services and SLAs
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 Functional Organization Structure with clear segregation of duties and no single points of failure.
 </li>
 <li>
 Published Governance Processes and Procedures in alignment with the Organizational policies and industry best practices.
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 Annual Technology Budgets (CAPEX and OPEX).
 </li>
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 Published &ldquo;Key Performance Indicators&rdquo;.
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 Annual review and adjustment of organization structure covering roles and responsibilities to adapt the evolving landscape, organization strategic initiatives, directions and Group alignment.
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 Establish and regularly update Governance Processes and Procedures in alignment with the published policies, industry best practices and Group guidance.
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 Define, Manage, Maintain, Track and Report the technology budgets and expenses ensuring all expenses are complaint with the Expense Policy and payments are cleared within the terms as the agreements.
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 Define, Review, Track, and Report on the &ldquo;Key Performance Indicators&rdquo;.
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 Conducting regular &ldquo;Operational Risk Self Assessments&rdquo;. Track, Review, and take corrective actions for all recorded IT Risks.
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 Prepare and review IT resource capacity plans and take necessary actions to ensure the capacity is aligned with the IT workload covering both &ldquo;Business as Usual&rdquo; and &ldquo;Projects&rdquo;.
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 Manage vendor relationships and contracts ensuring regular reviews and assessments as per the Policies are completed including timely notifications for contract expiries and terminations.
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 Manage and Track asset inventory to ensure effective utilization of assets avoiding duplicate functionality by aligning with Architecture business objectives.
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 Keep the Group updated on major incidents faced and impacts on the Technology services.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum education level/discipline:
 
 
 
 
 
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 A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
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 Experience with ISO 27001 Certification or PCI-DSS Certification.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Required experience in terms of region/industry/business/function/role:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Requires a seasoned professional with a comprehensive background in the banking or financial services industry, adept in managing IT applications, development, infrastructure, and operations within the GCC region (preferred) and international one is accepted in a well reputed company and experienced in senior roles overseeing information technology architecture.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Required System Access:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Core Banking Systems
 
 : Read-only access for audit log reviews.
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 Incident Response Systems
 
 : Read Only Access to platforms for coordinating incident response and disaster recovery.
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 <li>
 
 GRC Tools
 
 : Read-only access to manage governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) processes.
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 <li>
 
 Procurement System
 
 : Reviewer and Approver role to review budgets and approve requests (PO, Invoices) including the Dashboards related to expenses, orders, and payments.
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 OSR Management System
 
 : Reviewer and Approver role review and approve the OSR onboarding and renewal requests.
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 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Head of IT Governance - Permanent – Bahrain – Job Ref: 26025

KPMG Bahrain

<div>
 
 
 Who are we?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KPMG in Bahrain employs over 350 professionals and partners. We provide our clients with a suite of locally supported Audit, Tax, and Advisory services. We recruit the best and brightest from around the world, and currently have a workforce that represents over 20 countries working across our teams. We also pride ourselves on our capabilities to attract, nurture, and empower talent from our communities locally.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Team
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KPMG's Advisory practice is one of the largest Advisory businesses worldwide and a major growth area for our organization. Our services are focused on the finance function, and we work with clients in identifying and tackling their challenges in growth, governance, and performance. Our Advisory teams support businesses as they restructure and expand, whether organically or by acquisition. We help them to become more efficient and provide support as they adapt to the challenges posed by a rapidly changing business environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 The Risk Consulting practice&rsquo;s key services are:
 
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 Corporate governance advisory
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 Compliance advisory
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 Financial risk management
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 Internal audit
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 Forensics
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 Quality assurance review
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 Process review
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Primary Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Ability to undertake the following types of engagement
 
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 Risk-based internal audits;
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 Process reviews;
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 Cost improvement reviews;
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 Compliance reviews;
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 Corporate governance advisory;
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 Enterprise risk management; and
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 Quality assurance reviews
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 The Individual
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum qualifications &amp; experience:
 
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 A recognized degree in Accounting/ Finance/ Business or related disciplines.
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 A professional qualification, e.g., ICAEW, ACCA, CPA and/or Masters/ CIA and/or CISA qualifications (an advantage)
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 A minimum of 1-8 years&rsquo; internal audit experience gained in a large audit and /or consulting firm, or a leading commercial organization.
 </li>
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 Required to be fluent in both Arabic and English, written and spoken.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why joining KPMG is beneficial for you:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 It is more than a career opportunity! It is a chance to join a high-performing team that delivers a broad range of solutions to clients across different industries.
 
 
 
 
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 We&rsquo;re fully committed to developing a lifelong learning culture.
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 We recognize potential, nurture talent, and reward high performance.
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 We offer tax-free income.
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 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Internal Auditor

Zain

<div>About the Role 
The role is responsible for auditing Zain Bahrain's IT, technology, and business processes to ensure systems and operations comply with established standards and controls. This includes reviewing and analyzing telecommunication services, billing, contracts, and usage to verify accuracy, identify discrepancies, and drive cost efficiency, while ensuring compliance with internal policies and vendor agreements.
What We Need From You 
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
IT &amp; Technology Audit Governance</h3><ul><li>
Support the development and documentation of IT and technology-related internal audit policies, procedures, and frameworks in line with best practices and Group standards.</li><li>
Review contracts, tariffs, and service-level agreements (SLAs) to verify billing accuracy.</li><li>
Identify billing discrepancies, overcharges, unused services, and potential cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>
Assist in evaluating governance models to enhance operational efficiency, control effectiveness, and compliance across IT and telecom operations.</li><li>
Conduct assessments of IT and technology systems to evaluate internal controls and identify potential risks.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Internal Audit Execution</h3><ul><li>
Execute internal audit engagements in IT, telecom, and technology areas in line with approved audit plans and Group standards.</li><li>
Perform testing of controls and document audit findings.</li><li>
Assist in evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of IT and technology controls.</li><li>
Prepare working papers and support the development of audit reports with clear observations and recommendations.</li><li>
Collaborate with IT, Finance, Procurement, and vendors to gather required audit information.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Risk Management &amp; Security Compliance</h3><ul><li>
Identify IT and technology-related risks, threats, and vulnerabilities.</li><li>
Support the development of mitigation actions and follow up on implementation.</li><li>
Ensure adherence to Information Security Management System (ISMS) policies and procedures during audit activities.</li><li>
Promote awareness of ISMS requirements within audit scope.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Vendor &amp; Stakeholder Support</h3><ul><li>
Support vendor assessments, including quality control and quality assurance reviews.</li><li>
Review vendor compliance with contracts, SLAs, and internal policies.</li><li>
Assist in monitoring vendor performance and identifying associated risks.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Regulatory, Environmental &amp; OHS Compliance</h3><ul><li>
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and Zain Group policies during audit activities.</li><li>
Support adherence to Occupational Health &amp; Safety (OHS) requirements.</li><li>
Identify and report any OHS risks or non-compliance observed during audits.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
General Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>
Maintain proper documentation of audit work and ensure accuracy of records.</li><li>
Stay updated on IT audit practices, telecom trends, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>
Perform other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Qualification and Experience<ul><li> 
Bachelor's degree in fields of Telecom Engineering, MIS, IT or relevant field of study.</li><li>
CISA required.</li><li>
5 plus years of experience in IT &amp; telecom audit, or technology risk management.</li><li>
Experience working within telecom is preferred.</li></ul>
Skills and Knowledge<ul><li> 
Strong understanding of IT controls, telecom systems, and internal audit methodologies.</li><li>
Strong analytical and risk assessment skills</li><li>
Stakeholder engagement and communication skills</li><li>
Report writing and presentation skills</li><li>
High ethical standards and confidentiality</li><li>
Ability to work across Group and OpCo structures</li></ul></div>

Zain Bahrain

<div>
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 The role is responsible for auditing Zain Bahrain&rsquo;s IT, technology, and business processes to ensure systems and operations comply with established standards and controls. This includes reviewing and analyzing telecommunication services, billing, contracts, and usage to verify accuracy, identify discrepancies, and drive cost efficiency, while ensuring compliance with internal policies and vendor agreements.
 
 
 What We Need From You
 
 
 
 IT &amp; Technology Audit Governance
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the development and documentation of IT and technology-related internal audit policies, procedures, and frameworks in line with best practices and Group standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review contracts, tariffs, and service-level agreements (SLAs) to verify billing accuracy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify billing discrepancies, overcharges, unused services, and potential cost-saving opportunities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in evaluating governance models to enhance operational efficiency, control effectiveness, and compliance across IT and telecom operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct assessments of IT and technology systems to evaluate internal controls and identify potential risks.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Internal Audit Execution
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Execute internal audit engagements in IT, telecom, and technology areas in line with approved audit plans and Group standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform testing of controls and document audit findings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of IT and technology controls.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare working papers and support the development of audit reports with clear observations and recommendations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with IT, Finance, Procurement, and vendors to gather required audit information.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Risk Management &amp; Security Compliance
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Identify IT and technology-related risks, threats, and vulnerabilities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the development of mitigation actions and follow up on implementation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure adherence to Information Security Management System (ISMS) policies and procedures during audit activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote awareness of ISMS requirements within audit scope.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Vendor &amp; Stakeholder Support
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support vendor assessments, including quality control and quality assurance reviews.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review vendor compliance with contracts, SLAs, and internal policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in monitoring vendor performance and identifying associated risks.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Regulatory, Environmental &amp; OHS Compliance
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and Zain Group policies during audit activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support adherence to Occupational Health &amp; Safety (OHS) requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify and report any OHS risks or non-compliance observed during audits.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 General Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Maintain proper documentation of audit work and ensure accuracy of records.
 </li>
 <li>
 Stay updated on IT audit practices, telecom trends, and regulatory requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform other related duties as assigned.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Qualification and Experience
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in fields of Telecom Engineering, MIS, IT or relevant field of study.
 </li>
 <li>
 CISA required.
 </li>
 <li>
 5 plus years of experience in IT &amp; telecom audit, or technology risk management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working within telecom is preferred.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Skills and Knowledge
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of IT controls, telecom systems, and internal audit methodologies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and risk assessment skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Stakeholder engagement and communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Report writing and presentation skills
 </li>
 <li>
 High ethical standards and confidentiality
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work across Group and OpCo structures
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities and those who may require reasonable accommodations to perform their duties. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace and to ensuring that all employees are supported to succeed.
 
 
 
 About Application Process
 
 
 
 If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Resume/CV
 </li>
 <li>
 Passport-size photograph
 </li>
 <li>
 Highest Education Qualification
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

ZAIN2276 - Internal Auditor

Bapco Energies

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Position Overview:
 
 
 
 Provides legal support to Bapco Energies&rsquo; business entities, ensuring compliance with governance frameworks and managing legal risks. Responsibilities include drafting/reviewing contracts, preparing legal memos, handling claims and litigation, and maintaining governance documentation under the guidance of the Group SVP BE Entities.
 
 
 Delivers accurate legal advice on operational matters across all Strategic Business Units (SBUs), including Bapco Refining, Upstream, Gas, Gas Expansion, Tazweed, BE Ventures, and their subsidiaries.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Legal Advisory for Strategic Decisions Provide timely and accurate legal advice to departments and management to support strategic decisions and prevent disputes across jurisdictions.
 </li>
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 Stakeholder Coordination Manage relationships and workflows with internal stakeholders, especially Procurement, to oversee contracting and procurement activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Risk Management &amp; Claims Negotiation Implement legal strategies and negotiate complex claims with third parties to mitigate risks, with guidance from the Group SVP when needed.
 </li>
 <li>
 High-Value Contract Oversight Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of major contracts, ensuring legal compliance and risk management under internal policies and laws.
 </li>
 <li>
 Legal Document Review Oversee the preparation and review of legal correspondence and documentation to ensure compliance with laws and internal standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Agreement Negotiation &amp; Risk Analysis Manage the negotiation and review of various legal agreements, analyzing risk profiles to protect the company&rsquo;s interests.
 </li>
 <li>
 Government Correspondence Management Ensure timely drafting and review of communications with the Bahrain Tender Board and other authorities to avoid operational delays.
 </li>
 <li>
 Company Formation &amp; Compliance Support Assist with formations, restructurings, and governance for SBUs and subsidiaries, including legal documentation and regulatory coordination.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contractual Solutions &amp; Settlements Develop and negotiate contracts and settlements to resolve legal matters in the company&rsquo;s best interest.
 </li>
 <li>
 External Counsel Coordination Work with external legal advisors to manage disputes, obtain opinions, and support strategic legal planning under SVP guidance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Legal Research &amp; Training Conduct legal research, monitor law changes, and provide training and briefings to enhance legal knowledge and compliance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Legal Templates &amp; Risk Mitigation Maintain and update standard legal documents and templates, advising on risk management and liability reduction.
 </li>
 <li>
 Policy &amp; Procedure Review Review and develop internal policies and procedures, preparing new documents where gaps exist.
 </li>
 <li>
 Process Compliance &amp; Improvement Monitor internal processes for legal compliance and propose enhancements to improve efficiency and adherence.
 </li>
 <li>
 Task Prioritization &amp; Review Ensure timely task allocation and prioritization of critical matters to support uninterrupted operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate Governance &amp; Records Advise on governance matters and manage legal operations, including organized record-keeping and tracking of pending issues.
 </li>
 <li>
 Team Supervision &amp; Development Supervise Legal Associates, provide mentoring and training, and participate in internal committees to support professional growth.
 </li>
 <li>
 Legal Department Support &amp; KPI Development Assist the Legal Department with governance reporting, prepare documentation for senior management, and propose suitable KPIs for the function.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law, or related field
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 5+ years of experience in corporate and commercial law, which include governance, or supporting role in management of legal department with a law firm or a in-house legal department with a company with international clients/customers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in an Oil and Gas Company in a legal capacity or in a law firm handling Oil and Gas work is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience handling legal issues in the fields of corporate, commercial, construction, procurement, HR, contracts, litigation, dispute resolution, real estate, engineering disputes, copyrights &amp; patents, and/or other legal areas
 </li>
 <li>
 UK qualified or equivalent in Bahrain, US or other jurisdictions
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent command of written and spoken English. Working knowledge of Arabic preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of legal and corporate governance frameworks for business entities
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 Bapco Energies operates a portfolio spanning the entire energy value chain in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The portfolio includes wholly-owned subsidiaries and specialized operating companies. Together, these companies drive Bapco Energies' mission to power the next generation.
 
 
 
 About The Team
 
 
 
 The integrated Company leading the energy transition in the Kingdom of Bahrain, powering the next generation.
</div>

Senior Associate - Bapco Energies Entities

Propel Consult

Job Title: Credit &amp; Risk Manager Department: Risk Management Department Location: Head Office - Kingdom of Bahrain Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Job PurposeTo lead and manage the company&rsquo;s enterprise risk and credit risk framework, ensuring prudent lending practices, portfolio quality, regulatory compliance, and alignment with the requirements of CBB. The role is responsible for safeguarding asset quality, optimizing risk-adjusted returns, and maintaining a strong risk culture across the company.Responsibilities<ul><li>Risk Management Framework</li></ul>&middot; Develop, implement, and maintain enterprise-wide risk management policies and frameworks.&middot; Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate key risks including credit, liquidity, operational, compliance, and reputational risks.&middot; Maintain risk appetite statements and risk tolerance limits approved by the Board.&middot; Prepare periodic risk reports to Management and Board Committees.<ul><li>Credit Risk Management</li></ul>&middot; Oversee underwriting standards, credit approval processes, and lending controls.&middot; Review and approve credit proposals within delegated authority.&middot; Ensure sound borrower assessment, affordability checks, collateral coverage, and covenant monitoring.&middot; Monitor concentration risk, sector exposure, and large obligor limits.<ul><li>Portfolio Monitoring &amp; Collections Oversight</li></ul>&middot; Track portfolio performance including arrears, delinquency, NPLs, restructuring, and recoveries.&middot; Recommend corrective actions to improve collections and reduce defaults.&middot; Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis on loan portfolio.<ul><li>Regulatory Compliance &amp; Governance</li></ul>&middot; Ensure compliance with CBB rules, prudential requirements, and governance standards.&middot; Coordinate risk-related regulatory returns, ICAAP/Capital assessments, and audit responses.&middot; Liaise with Internal Audit, Compliance, and External Auditors.<ul><li>Strategic Support</li></ul>&middot; Provide independent risk opinions on new products, partnerships, and strategic initiatives.&middot; Support growth while maintaining acceptable risk-adjusted profitability.Requirements &middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Banking, Accounting, Risk Management, or related field.&middot; Master&rsquo;s degree / MBA preferred.&middot; Professional certifications desirable: FRM, PRM, CFA, ACCA, CPA.&middot; Minimum 7-10 years&rsquo; experience in risk management / credit risk within banks or financing companies.&middot; Strong knowledge of CBB regulations, especially Volume 5.&middot; Experience in SME, corporate, consumer, and secured lending preferred.Work Location: In person

Credit and Risk Manager

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IT - Governance, Risk, and Compliance Consultant (GRC)

Head of IT Governance - Permanent – Bahrain – Job Ref: 26025

Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor

ZAIN2276 - Internal Auditor

Senior Associate - Bapco Energies Entities

Credit and Risk Manager