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CALO

<div>About Calo
Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We&rsquo;re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Legal Officer &amp; Data Protection Guardian to support our Legal Department in overseeing the legal aspects of the business, with a strong focus on data protection and regulatory compliance. As data protection risks and enforcement continue to increase, and as AI-related regulations evolve, you will ensure the company remains fully compliant across all countries in which we operate. This role involves working closely with Product and Engineering, along with all other day-to-day legal tasks, to embed compliance into our systems, including defining what data we collect, how it can be used or shared, and where explicit consumer consent is required. You will advise on lawful data handling practices, safeguard the company&rsquo;s reputation, and minimize legal and regulatory exposure in an increasingly complex data and AI landscape. 
Main Responsibilities<ul><li>
Support executives with accurate, timely legal advice across labor law, partnerships, international ventures, and corporate finance, with a primary focus on data protection and privacy compliance</li><li>
Monitor data protection and privacy laws on a weekly basis across all jurisdictions we operate in; assess regulatory changes and ensure required updates are implemented promptly</li><li>
Work closely with Engineering and Product to ensure compliance is built into the website and mobile app, including bi-weekly compliance checks to verify consent mechanisms, data collection practices, and disclosures</li><li>
Define and control data-protection processes, identifying gaps where reporting or controls are insufficient, and driving remediation</li><li>
Advise on consumer consent requirements, including what data requires explicit consent, what can be collected or shared, and applicable retention periods</li><li>
Assist with defining and maintaining internal governance and data-protection policies</li><li>
Collaborate with Legal Counsel and management to proactively identify legal risks and devise effective mitigation and defense strategies</li><li>
Research, assess, and evaluate legal and regulatory risk factors impacting business operations, with particular attention to data protection and emerging AI regulations</li><li>
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents, ensuring data-protection obligations are properly addressed; work in both Arabic and English</li><li>
Manage complex legal matters involving multiple stakeholders, ensuring alignment with regulatory and privacy requirements</li><li>
Provide clear explanations of legal and data-protection requirements to teams across the organization</li><li>
Conduct periodic compliance testing during slower operational periods to validate adherence to data-protection regulations</li><li>
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative changes and ensure company records are accurate, complete, and properly filed</li><li>
Perform all duties with integrity, accountability, and a strong sense of ownership over compliance outcomes</li></ul>
Ideal Candidate
Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law with one to two years of relevant work experience, preferably in a startup</li></ul>
Knowledge and competency<ul><li>
3-4 years of experience working with technology, data laws, and data protection regulations; hands-on internal implementation of data-protection frameworks is a strong plus</li><li>
Proven experience in ensuring policies are implemented correctly across the business</li><li>
Must have experience in contract drafting, reviewing, and negotiation, including commercial terms</li><li>
Must have experience with contracts and trademarks, with a strong background in commercial law</li><li>
Must have experience navigating GCC and UK data protection laws (e.g., PDPL, GDPR alignment concepts)</li><li>
Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law, procedures, and governance structures</li><li>
Strong awareness of how external regulatory, commercial, and market forces impact corporate decision-making</li><li>
Ability to analyze complex legal, regulatory, and business scenarios</li><li>
Ability to be a self-starter who handles conflict constructively and takes ownership to get work done with minimal supervision</li><li>
Fluent in written and spoken Arabic and English</li><li>
Strong research, drafting, and documentation skills, with attention to detail and follow-through</li><li>
Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment</li></ul>
Personality<ul><li>
Strong communicator</li><li>
High degree of professional ethics and integrity</li><li>
Pleasant personality</li></ul>
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Legal Officer & Data Protection Guardian

Calo Inc.

<div>
 
 About Calo
 
 
 
 Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We&rsquo;re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 We are looking for a Legal Officer &amp; Data Protection Guardian to support our Legal Department in overseeing the legal aspects of the business, with a strong focus on data protection and regulatory compliance. As data protection risks and enforcement continue to increase, and as AI-related regulations evolve, you will ensure the company remains fully compliant across all countries in which we operate. This role involves working closely with Product and Engineering, along with all other day-to-day legal tasks, to embed compliance into our systems, including defining what data we collect, how it can be used or shared, and where explicit consumer consent is required. You will advise on lawful data handling practices, safeguard the company&rsquo;s reputation, and minimize legal and regulatory exposure in an increasingly complex data and AI landscape.
 
 
 Main Responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support executives with accurate, timely legal advice across labor law, partnerships, international ventures, and corporate finance, with a primary focus on data protection and privacy compliance
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor data protection and privacy laws on a weekly basis across all jurisdictions we operate in; assess regulatory changes and ensure required updates are implemented promptly
 </li>
 <li>
 Work closely with Engineering and Product to ensure compliance is built into the website and mobile app, including bi-weekly compliance checks to verify consent mechanisms, data collection practices, and disclosures
 </li>
 <li>
 Define and control data-protection processes, identifying gaps where reporting or controls are insufficient, and driving remediation
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on consumer consent requirements, including what data requires explicit consent, what can be collected or shared, and applicable retention periods
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist with defining and maintaining internal governance and data-protection policies
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with Legal Counsel and management to proactively identify legal risks and devise effective mitigation and defense strategies
 </li>
 <li>
 Research, assess, and evaluate legal and regulatory risk factors impacting business operations, with particular attention to data protection and emerging AI regulations
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents, ensuring data-protection obligations are properly addressed; work in both Arabic and English
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage complex legal matters involving multiple stakeholders, ensuring alignment with regulatory and privacy requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide clear explanations of legal and data-protection requirements to teams across the organization
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct periodic compliance testing during slower operational periods to validate adherence to data-protection regulations
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative changes and ensure company records are accurate, complete, and properly filed
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform all duties with integrity, accountability, and a strong sense of ownership over compliance outcomes
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Ideal Candidate
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law with one to two years of relevant work experience, preferably in a startup
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Knowledge and competency
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 3-4 years of experience working with technology, data laws, and data protection regulations; hands-on internal implementation of data-protection frameworks is a strong plus
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience in ensuring policies are implemented correctly across the business
 </li>
 <li>
 Must have experience in contract drafting, reviewing, and negotiation, including commercial terms
 </li>
 <li>
 Must have experience with contracts and trademarks, with a strong background in commercial law
 </li>
 <li>
 Must have experience navigating GCC and UK data protection laws (e.g., PDPL, GDPR alignment concepts)
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law, procedures, and governance structures
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong awareness of how external regulatory, commercial, and market forces impact corporate decision-making
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to analyze complex legal, regulatory, and business scenarios
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to be a self-starter who handles conflict constructively and takes ownership to get work done with minimal supervision
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent in written and spoken Arabic and English
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong research, drafting, and documentation skills, with attention to detail and follow-through
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Personality
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong communicator
 </li>
 <li>
 High degree of professional ethics and integrity
 </li>
 <li>
 Pleasant personality
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
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Kuwait Finance House

<div>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Performing the Data Governance Maturity Assessment: Conduct a detailed evaluation of the organization&rsquo;s current data governance capabilities and progress using a recognized maturity model.
 </li>
 <li>
 High-Level and Low-Level Designs: Based on the assessment findings, develop comprehensive designs that address the Data Governance capabilities following the Group Data Governance Policy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Design Output: Translate the assessment and design outputs into a comprehensive, actionable roadmap in collaboration with stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Developing and Maintaining Data Governance Policies &amp; Procedures: The data governance Officer is responsible for developing, documenting, and implementing data governance policies and procedures. These policies and procedures should cover areas such as data definitions, data quality standards, data security, data retention, and data privacy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Overseeing Data Management Processes: The data governance Officer is responsible for ensuring that data management processes are effective, efficient, and in line with the organization&rsquo;s policies and procedures. This includes data collection, data storage, data processing, data analysis, and data dissemination.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensuring Data Quality: The data governance Officer is responsible for ensuring that data quality standards are met, and data is accurate, complete, and consistent. This includes conducting data quality assessments, developing data quality metrics, and monitoring data quality performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Facilitating Data Access &amp; Sharing: The data governance Officer is responsible for facilitating data access and sharing across the organization. This includes working with data owners and stakeholders to ensure that data is shared in a manner that is secure, consistent, and complies with regulations and policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Managing Data Privacy &amp; Security: The data governance Officer is responsible for ensuring that data privacy and security policies are in place and that the organization is in compliance with data protection regulations. This includes implementing data security measures, conducting security audits, and responding to security incidents.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor or Master's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or Information Management.
 </li>
 <li>
 One or more certification such as CDMP, CIPP, DGSP, CISA, CIP.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of industry leading data quality, data lineage, data catalog and reference data practices.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of data governance practices, business and technology issues related to management of enterprise information assets (DAMA-DMBOK).
 </li>
 <li>
 Profound understanding of data warehousing, data modelling, and data governance tools (Azure, MS Purview, SQL, Python).
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of data related government regulatory requirements and emerging trends and issues (GDPR, PDPL).
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated consulting skills, with change management concepts and strategies, including communication, culture change and performance measurement system design.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of risk data architecture and technology solutions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 5-10 years of experience in a major financial services organization, with explicit medium to large-scale data governance, data quality and project management experience.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
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Data Governance Officer

GIG Gulf

<div>
 
 
 Who we are
 
 
 
 GIG Gulf (a Fairfax company) is part of the Gulf Insurance Group (GIG), the #1 largest regional composite insurer in the Middle East and North Africa, with presence in 12 markets including the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, and Turkey. GIG Group reported consolidated assets of US$ 4.01 billion and $84 million net profit for the year 2024. The majority shareholder of GIG Group is Toronto based Fairfax Financial Holding, a global leader in insurance and reinsurance with a presence in 40 markets.
 
 
 
 
 
 GIG Gulf is an &lsquo;A&rsquo; rated regional insurer with a top 5 position in each of its markets (UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain). GIG Gulf has been present in the region for over 70 years with a strategic focus on both growth and investments and is a one stop shop offering a wide range of insurance products and services that cater to a broad variety of needs for corporates, SMEs and individual customers throughout UAE, Oman, Bahrain, and Qatar. GIG Gulf also owns a 50% stake in GIG Saudi. Our strategic objectives and guiding principles are focused on Regional Growth, Customer Experience and Digital Transformation.
 
 
 
 
 
 GIG Gulf has created a diverse and inclusive working environment and culture with a workforce of over 800 employees, with over 60 nationalities, across 15 branches and retail shops region-wide and over 1 million customers. GIG Gulf is a caring partner that encourages customers to achieve their goals and live an inspiring and fulfilling life. We are obsessed with customer feedback and continuously evolving to become the region&rsquo;s digital insurer of reference, committed to running our operations in a responsible, sustainable way.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job purpose:
 
 
 
 Providing legal advice across all relevant areas, with a focus on insurance matters to support the business stakeholders across the Gulf Region
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide in-house legal advice across all relevant departments, with a focus on contractual and insurance matters in the GCC (particularly Bahrain, UAE, Oman, and Qatar).
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft, negotiate, and amend a wide range of commercial agreements, including IT, outsourcing, broker agreements, marketing agreements, and insurance-specific contracts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on broader commercial issues, including data protection and data usage within contractual arrangements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor and interpret changes in laws and regulations across the GCC and assess their impact on business operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the business in ensuring compliance with legal contracting procedures for effective procurement and negotiation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and operational teams.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Operational &amp; Technical Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience in reviewing and negotiating diverse commercial agreements, with strong drafting and negotiation skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to apply legal knowledge in a commercial context and work under time pressure.
 </li>
 <li>
 Flexible, adaptable, and proactive, with strong influencing skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous private practice experience preferred; insurance industry experience is an advantage.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical skills with a solutions-oriented approach.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience in the GCC.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Essential Requirements:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Degree in Law
 </li>
 <li>
 3-5 years of experience in corporate &amp; commercial
 </li>
 <li>
 Insurance industry or financial services background
 </li>
 <li>
 Bilingual (Fluent in English and Arabic languages)
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Legal Counsel – Corporate & Commercial

Era Projects

Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and monitor Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) plans in compliance with project requirements, local regulations, and company policies. Ensure effective implementation of safety procedures, risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and permit-to-work systems for building construction activities. Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits, and toolbox talks to promote a safe working environment. Identify hazards related to construction activities such as excavation, working at height, lifting operations, scaffolding, and formwork, and ensure proper control measures are in place. Monitor compliance of subcontractors and site personnel with HSE requirements and safe work practices. Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; prepare incident reports and recommend corrective and preventive actions. Maintain HSE records, registers, and reports including accident statistics, safety observations, and training records. Coordinate with project management and site teams to ensure HSE integration into daily construction activities. Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and site safety signage. Support emergency response planning, drills, and environmental protection measures on site.Education &amp; ExperienceBachelor&rsquo;s Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Occupational Health &amp; Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field. 3&ndash;7 years of experience as an HSE Engineer or Safety Officer in building construction projects. Recognized HSE certifications such as NEBOSH IGC, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent are required. Strong knowledge of local HSE regulations, international safety standards, and construction best practices. Experience handling HSE documentation, audits, and client or authority inspections.Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

HSE Engineer - Construction

Upbeatz Investments

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary to take on the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Our client is a forward looking investment company focused on sustainable business practices, financial excellence, and innovative solutions to strengthen market presence and deliver long term value to stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and execute the organization&rsquo;s long term vision, strategy, and growth roadmap</li><li>Develop and implement business strategies that enhance competitiveness and shareholder value</li><li>Provide strong financial leadership and oversee overall fiscal performance</li><li>Conduct in depth market and financial analysis to identify opportunities, risks, and growth areas</li><li>Forecast market trends and economic conditions to guide investment and operational decisions</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with shareholders, partners, regulators, and key stakeholders</li><li>Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and high performance across the organization</li><li>Ensure full compliance with Bahrain&rsquo;s legal, regulatory, and corporate governance frameworks</li></ul>Candidate Profile:<ul><li>Proven strategic leader with the ability to define vision and translate it into executable plans</li><li>Strong financial acumen with background in finance, accounting, economics, or related fields</li><li>High ethical standards with a strong commitment to corporate governance</li><li>Results-oriented leader capable of motivating and empowering senior teams</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills</li></ul>Education &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Minimum 10&ndash;15 years of senior leadership experience in executive, financial, or investment-related roles</li></ul>Core Competencies:<ul><li>Financial analysis and forecasting</li><li>Strategic planning and execution</li><li>Market and economic trend analysis</li><li>Corporate governance and regulatory compliance</li></ul>Leadership &amp; Soft Skills:<ul><li>Inspirational leadership and team development</li><li>Sound decision making</li><li>Strong communication and negotiation abilities</li><li>Innovative thinking and problem-solving mindset</li></ul>Languages:<ul><li>Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written)</li></ul>Preferred (Nice to Have):<ul><li>Proven experience leading organizational transformation and driving sustainable business growth</li></ul>What the Client Offers:<ul><li>Competitive and attractive compensation package aligned with experience and market standards</li><li>A unique opportunity to lead a visionary organization and create long-term impact</li></ul>How to Apply:Interested candidates can apply or send their CV to hrsupport@fahdan.coJob Type: Full-time

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Shutdown Maintenance Services W.L.L

Job Title Office Administrator &amp; IMS CoordinatorReporting Line Reports to: Managing Director / Operations DirectorFunctional coordination with:<ul><li>Safety, Quality &amp; Compliance Lead (IMS governance)</li><li>HR Officer (administrative system support only)</li><li>Operations (site and contract documentation)</li></ul>Role PurposeThe Office Administrator &amp; IMS Coordinator is responsible for providing comprehensive office administrative support while coordinating and maintaining the Integrated Management System (IMS). The role ensures proper document control, audit preparation, compliance tracking, and general office administration to support business operations and certification requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesOffice Administration<ul><li>Manage day-to-day office administrative activities</li><li>Handle correspondence, filing systems, and office documentation</li><li>Coordinate meetings, schedules, and internal communications</li><li>Support HR and Operations teams with administrative documentation</li><li>Maintain records, reports, and databases</li><li>Assist in preparation of contracts, proposals, and company profiles</li><li>Ensure proper organization of office files (soft and hard copies)</li></ul>IMS (Integrated Management System) Coordination<ul><li>Maintain and control IMS documentation and records</li><li>Support implementation of ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)</li><li>Prepare documentation for internal and external audits</li><li>Track non-conformities, corrective actions, and improvements</li><li>Ensure document version control and distribution</li><li>Assist in conducting internal audits</li><li>Coordinate with department heads on compliance requirements</li><li>Maintain compliance registers and legal requirements tracking</li></ul>Audit &amp; Compliance Support<ul><li>Support certification and surveillance audits</li><li>Ensure readiness for ISO audit assessments</li><li>Follow up on audit findings and action plans</li><li>Monitor compliance to company procedures and policies</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Diploma or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Quality Management, Operations, EHS, or similar</li><li>ISO Internal Auditor training (9001 / 14001 / 45001) preferred but not mandatory</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>4&ndash;8 years total experience</li><li>2&ndash;4 years in IMS coordination, quality administration, document control, or QHSE administration</li><li>Prior exposure to ISO internal and/or external audits essential</li><li>Facilities management, cleaning, industrial services, or contracting experience advantageous</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>Strong administrative and organizational skills</li><li>Good understanding of ISO standards and IMS systems</li><li>Document control and reporting skills</li><li>Communication and coordination ability</li><li>Computer proficiency (MS Office)</li><li>Ability to work under minimal supervision</li><li>Attention to detail and compliance mindset</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: BD500.000 - BD550.000 per monthEducation:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>

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