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<p><h4>Deloitte Innovation Hub | Decision Intelligence Solution Architect, Cairo, Egypt</h4> <p>Connect to your career at Deloitte. Deloitte, established globally in 1845, is the world’s largest and leading professional services firm, providing audit and assurance, tax, consulting, financial advisory, and risk advisory services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries. We are present in more than 150 countries, and as the world's largest management consulting business, Deloitte is distinct in its ability to help clients solve their most complex problems, from strategy to implementation.</p> <p>Deloitte Innovation Hub (DIH) is a strategic initiative and priority established by Deloitte North & South Europe (NSE) to support our ambition to become the leading business transformation partner of choice for our clients and to expand and scale our delivery footprint across EMEA. With access to a scaled, diverse, highly skilled, motivated, and engaged workforce, DIH is delivering complex technical solutions for clients’ most complex business problems, across portfolios that include ‘Strategy & Transactions’, ‘Customer’, ‘Engineering, AI & Data’, ‘Enterprise, Technology & Performance’ and ‘Cyber’.</p> <p>DIH is aiming to become the destination for top talents in Egypt for a long, exciting career. We invest in outstanding people of diverse talents and backgrounds and empower them to achieve more than they could elsewhere. Our work combines advice with action and integrity. We believe that when our clients and society are stronger, so are we. Our organization has grown in scale and diversity, providing services across the region, with our shared culture remaining the same. We aim to help clients realize their ambitions, make a positive difference in society, and maximize the success of our people. This drive fuels the commitment and humanity that run deep through our every action.</p> <p>Connect to your opportunity. The past couple of years have proven that supply chains of today are subject to exponentially increasing volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), resulting in a few major and many minor disruptions all around the globe. On the flip side, technological advancements in the area of big data, artificial intelligence (including machine learning), cloud, and more have shown potential to significantly increase the capabilities of a company to weather these storms, especially in the space of supply chain and network operations.</p> <p>Here at Deloitte, we bring these two exponential trends together within our Supply Chain Analytics & Intelligence Practice, to equip our clients with the right tools to obtain agile, effective, and efficient supply chains. We design and implement Cognitive Command Centres, enabled by end-to-end visibility (through data integration, dashboarding, and alerting) on the one hand, and decision intelligence (through machine learning and process automation) on the other. On our journey to the self-driving digital supply network, we are closely collaborating with Aera Technology, a leading innovator in the area of cognitive operating systems.</p> <p>Within this context, we are looking for Solution Architects and Skill Builders who have profound experience in the field of supply chain operations, while having a strong data and analytical mindset, keen on becoming an expert in the domain of Cognitive Command Centres enabled by Decision Intelligence.</p> <h4>As a Solution Architect you:</h4> <ul> <li>Are triggered by the dream of a self-driving supply chain, where different types of day-to-day to strategic decisions are augmented and partially automated through various types of analytics and AI capabilities.</li> <li>Thrive on the intersection between functional requirements and technical enablement with the objective of identifying, designing, implementing, and operating digital products in the form of decision intelligence use cases.</li> <li>Commit to leveraging your supply chain functional knowledge to translate key client challenges into value-oriented solution designs enabled through decision intelligence.</li> <li>Commit to leveraging your technical (analytics and AI) knowledge to translate functional solution requirements into effective, sustainable, and scalable architectures that serve as the backbone of the solution.</li> <li>Are determined to develop a deep understanding of Decision Intelligence solutions (e.g., Aera Technology), and want to keep a focus on Decision Intelligence implementation projects to grow our practice.</li> <li>Will lead the implementation of Decision Intelligence solutions across different project phases (Strategic Roadmap, Solution Design, Implementation, Operation), thereby performing hands-on implementation management activities as part of a bigger implementation team.</li> </ul> <h4>Typical activities include:</h4> <ul> <li>Developing decision intelligence roadmaps, where you envision and optimize the client’s journey from their burning platform today to a state of end-to-end supply chain orchestration, agility, and resilience enabled through decision intelligence.</li> <li>Leading the way in the solution design of decision intelligence ‘skills’ through creative thinking and translating business needs into functional, UI/UX, and technical detailed requirements, and onwards into a working solution.</li> <li>Leading the way in the solution implementation of decision intelligence ‘skills’ using well-structured project accelerators such as user journeys, sprint plans, solution backlogs, and more.</li> <li>Coordinating small teams (e.g., 3 to 5 people) of expert roles (e.g., Skill Builders, UI builders, and Decision Intelligence Functional Experts) located in different geographies.</li> <li>Applying data analytics best practices across the different project phases and activities with a strong focus on simplicity, scalability, efficiency, and transparency.</li> <li>Coaching other team members along their learning journey to help scale our practice and truly drive an impact that matters.</li> </ul> <h4>Connect to your skills and professional experience.</h4> <p>You need:</p> <ul> <li>Preferably a master's degree with a specialization in supply chain management, operations research, computer sciences, optimization techniques, production management, logistics, or equivalent.</li> <li>7 to 12 years of professional experience in a supply chain meets data and analytics context, combining both functional and technical skills.</li> <li>Any prior exposure to decision intelligence is an asset, either as an end-user, an implementation consultant, or product specialist. If not, you have been exposed to solutions such as Aera Technology, Anaplan, c3.ai, Snowflake, Alteryx, and others.</li> </ul> <h4>Preferred skills:</h4> <ul> <li>Very strong data management skills: well-versed in ETL and relational databases; proficiency in SQL and DBA; Java experience is a plus.</li> <li>Proven data visualization experience: UX design, dashboard design, process modelling, business rule modelling.</li> <li>Theoretical or operational experience in supply chain, control towers, and decision intelligence (including data science) is a key asset (commonly referred to as S&OE).</li> <li>Team player with intellectual curiosity and drive to continuously learn. Proven track record of leading small teams of 3 to 5 people.</li> <li>Strong communication skills and fluency in English. Good knowledge of an additional language is an advantage.</li> </ul> <h4>Required software skills:</h4> <ul> <li>MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Outlook)</li> <li>Relational database management - SQL</li> <li>Python is a plus</li> <li>Java is a plus</li> </ul> <h4>Connect to your service line – Technology & Transformation.</h4> <p>Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, and collaborative working. That’s what connects us. That’s what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest challenges around, join us. Together, we’ll make an impact that matters.</p> <h4>Connect to your industry.</h4> <p>“What attracted me to Deloitte were the endless opportunities and the collective experience of other like-minded individuals. Deloitte’s clients include many of the world’s largest organisations; I wanted to be part of a team that made a difference that I could be proud of.” – Dan, T&T</p> <h4>Our commitment to you</h4> <p>Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before. We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective, and personality. So we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution.</p> <p>You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.</p> <p>Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.</p> <h4>Connect to your next step</h4> <p>A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.</p></p><p></p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span>Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at USCareers@airbus.com</span></p><br><br><br><ul><li>Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal</li><li>Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (English)</li><li>Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación&nbsp;(Spanish)</li></ul><br><br><p><span><b><b>Job Description:</b></b></span></p><br><br><p><b>Airbus Commercial Aircraft </b>is looking for a Flight Hours Services Repair Manager (Contract) to join our Customer Service Repair department based in <b>Miami, FL.</b></p><br><br><br><p>You will be the main point of contact for the operations desk to manage Flight Hours Services (FHS) customers' critical situations, involving Repair Suppliers. Repair manager shall ensure Suppliers are delivering in time, cost and quality. Address non performance, visit Supplier, develop good relationships and challenge Supplier’s organization when not delivering. Steer activity ramp-up and coordinate with other Airbus entities.</p><br><br><br><p><b>Meet the team:</b></p><br><br><br><p>The Customer Support team provides aircraft operations support throughout the aircraft's operational life. The team coordinates, implements and monitors all services customized to meet the customer’s specific needs, to ensure a positive customer relationship.&nbsp;</p><br><br><br><p><b>Your working environment:</b></p><br><br><br><p>The Airbus Training Center (ATC) in Miami provides flight and maintenance crew training for Airbus airline customers – primarily for those based in the Americas. The custom-designed, 110,000-square-foot complex trains more than 2,000 cadets each year in a range of (six) full-flight simulators, innovative computer-based training classrooms, and cabin door and slide trainers – all simulating the A320, A330, A340 and A350 XWB families of aircraft. In Miami you’ll also find the Airbus Latin America headquarters. A team of 60 employees there provides sales, marketing, contracts, customer support and communications for the region’s commercial aircraft, helicopters and space &amp; defense divisions.</p><br><br><br><p>At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.</p><br><br><br><p><b>Your challenges:</b></p><br><br><p><b>Primary Responsibilities:&nbsp;</b></p><br><br><p><b>COST: 25%</b></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Challenges &amp; validates commercial quotations in line with procurement guidelines (flat rate, PBH, Time &amp; material).&nbsp;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Contributes to achieving global FHS Repair cost target</p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><b>LEAD TIME: 25%</b></p><br><br><ul><li><p>The Repair manager shall ensure the Supplier is delivering / repairing parts in due time according to its contractual obligations.&nbsp;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Identify issues root causes and initiate and follow up of corrective actions, including at supplier’s facilities.&nbsp;</p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><b>QUALITY: 25%</b></p><br><br><ul><li><p>The Repair manager shall organize operational regular meetings with repair shops to address open issues, repair status and data reconciliation.&nbsp;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Ensure the Supplier is respecting technical standards (SB, upgrades, …), work scope (minor, major repair, …) and certification (EASA, FAA, CAAS, …).&nbsp;</p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><b><span>CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: 15%</span></b></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>The Repair Manager contributes to the continuous improvement and problem solving within Repair Operations</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Works closely with the method and tool team and guarantee the quality of the data in the system</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Provides precise information on the parts status and statistics of operational events to stakeholders</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Monitors and mentors the subcontractors supporting our daily administrative tasks</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><b>Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned: 10% </b></p><br><br><br><p><b>Your boarding pass:</b></p><br><br><ul><li><p>BS degree Engineering, Purchasing, Supply Chain or Aerospace or equivalent, required&nbsp;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Masters degree, preferred</p><br><br></li><li><p>6+ years of experience in the aviation or supply chain industry</p><br><br></li><li><p>Experience in Supply chain and Supplier operational management</p><br><br></li><li><p>5% in the frame of the activity, the repair manager can travel to visit Suppliers (3 to 5 time a year)</p><br><br></li><li><p>Supply Chain domain, negotiation, good relationship, results oriented</p><br><br></li><li><p>Ability to work with short deadlines and in a fast changing environment&nbsp;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Team spirit, leadership, good communication skills&nbsp;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Technical background to challenge quotations - use the CMM (Component Maintenance Manual)&nbsp;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Negotiation skills</p><br><br></li><li><p>Maintenance Part 145 knowledge, preferred</p><br><br></li><li><p>English Spoken, Written, Influencing; required</p><br><br></li><li><p>French or Spanish Spoken Written, Influencing will be a plus&nbsp;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Experience with Google environment (Gmail, Gslide, Gsheet)</p><br><br></li><li><p>SAP experience&nbsp;</p><br><br></li></ul><br><p>Physical Requirements:&nbsp;</p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>Onsite 100%. May vary in case of change of local policy or upon management decision</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Vision: Daily able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.&nbsp;</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Hearing: Daily able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Speaking: Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.&nbsp;</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): Daily able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.&nbsp;</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Carrying: monthly able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Lifting: monthly able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Pushing / Pulling: weekly able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.&nbsp;</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Sitting: Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Squatting / Kneeling: weekly able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Standing: Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.&nbsp;</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Travel: able to travel (including driving) independently and at short notice. 10%&nbsp;</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.&nbsp;</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span>Administrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visit, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><b>This opportunity requires the ability to work in the US without current, or future, need of visa sponsorship/work authorization both now and in the future.</b></p><br><br><br><p><b>This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America.</b></p><br><br><br><p>Take your career to a new level and apply <u>online</u> now!</p><br><br><br><p>A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.</p><br><br><span>Attachments</span><br><br><p>This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.</p><br><br><br><p><span><b><b><b><b>Company:</b></b></b></b></span></p><br><br>Airbus Americas Customer Services, Inc.<br><p><b>Employment Type:</b></p><br><br>Agency / Temporary<br><p><b>Experience Level:</b></p><br><br>Professional<br><p><b>Remote Type:</b></p><br><br>On-site<br><p><b>Job Family:</b></p><br><br>Customer Account and Service Management &lt;JF-CS-CA&gt;<p>------</p><br><br><p>------</p><br><br>Airbus provides equal opportunities to all individuals seeking assignment with Airbus without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in every location in which the company has facilities. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. This assignment description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.<br><p>By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.<br>Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.</p><br><br><p><span>Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to&nbsp;</span><span>emsom@airbus.com.</span></p><br><br><br> </div>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Connect to your career at Deloitte Deloitte , established globally in 1845, is the world s largest and leading professional services firm, providing Audit &amp; Assurance, Tax &amp; Legal and Consulting and related services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries. Present in more than 150 countries, Deloitte is distinct in its ability to help clients solve their most complex problems, from strategy to implementation. Deloitte innovation hub (DIH) is a strategic initiative to support our ambition to become the leading business transformation partner of choice for our clients and to expand and scale our delivery footprint across EMEA. With access to a scaled, diverse, highly skilled, motivated, and engaged workforce, DIH is delivering complex technical solutions for clients most complex business problems, across portfolios that include Strategy &amp; Transactions , Customer , Engineering, AI &amp; Data, Enterprise, Technology &amp; Performance and Cyber . DIH is aiming to become the destination for top talents in Egypt for a long, exciting career. We invest in outstanding people of diverse talents and backgrounds and empower them to achieve more than they could elsewhere. Our work combines advice with action and integrity. We believe that when our clients and society are stronger, so are we. Our organization has grown in scale and diversity, providing services across the region, with our shared culture remaining the same. We aim to help clients realize their ambitions, make a positive difference in society, and maximize the success of our people. This drive fuels the commitment and humanity that run deep through our every action. Connect to your opportunity Imagine guiding clients so they can keep core services running even when a cyber-attack, flood, or regional blackout strikes. At Deloitte, our Technology Resilience practice turns that vision into reality through Resilience thinking. You will help organizations decide what absolutely must survive, test the strength of their datacenters and clouds, and shape next-generation safeguards that stand up to the worst-case scenario. Your recommendations reach boardrooms, influence capital spend and protect critical national infrastructure. Outcomes you will drive: Define and assess a client s Minimum Viable Company (MVC) identifying the core capabilities, systems, and dependencies required to sustain operations during disruption. Lead Technology Impact Analyses (TIA) to map the relationships between business services, applications, infrastructure, and third-party providers, and understand the operational consequences of their failure. Evaluate data centers, cloud environments, and network architecture from a resilience and recoverability perspective identifying single points of failure, weak failover strategies, or latency risks. Design and recommend modern resilience solutions, including immutable backups, data vaulting, tiered recovery architecture, cloud-native resilience models, and chaos engineering practices. Conduct resilience risk assessments across IT environments helping clients identify exposure to cyber events, operational errors, or infrastructure failure, and advising on mitigation strategies. Perform resilience posture assessments using Deloitte s proprietary frameworks and help clients benchmark against industry standards such as ISO 22301, DORA, NIST, and NIS2. Translate resilience requirements into tangible recovery capabilities such as defining Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs), Recovery Point Objectives (RPOs), and testing protocols for critical services. Develop and implement resilience roadmaps that prioritize quick wins and long-term transformation balancing compliance, technical feasibility, and business expectations. Facilitate scenario-based simulations and tabletop exercises to validate readiness across business and IT stakeholders and refine response protocols based on real-world dynamics. Work cross-functionally with cyber, cloud, infrastructure, and risk teams to embed resilience into transformation programs, ensuring it s considered from the start not after deployment. Support clients in meeting regulatory expectations around operational resilience, including guidance for financial services, energy, and other critical infrastructure sectors. Provide professional guidance or leadership to other junior resources withing the Cyber team. Contribute to the development of Deloitte s resilience offerings, methodologies, and tools helping to shape how we go to market and deliver impact at scale. Connect to your skills and professional experience You ll thrive in this role if you value collaboration over control, impact over ego, and outcomes over activity. We ll support your growth, give you the autonomy to shape your work, and the trust to drive change where it matters. If you bring your best, we ll help you do your boldest. Essentials These are the core capabilities and experiences needed to be successful in this role: Bachelor s degree in Technology related field Minimum 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, Network Architecture, Compute, Cloud, and Disaster recovery Proven experience in leading and coaching junior resources within the technical field Strong understanding of technology resilience concepts, including recovery architecture, IT continuity, backup strategies, and failover design. Demonstrated experience conducting Technology Impact Analysis (TIA) or similar exercises to assess critical IT dependencies. Proven ability to evaluate data centers, hybrid/cloud infrastructure, and application landscapes through a resilience lens. Hands-on exposure to modern resilience solutions, such as immutable backups, cyber vaults, DR-as-a-Service (DRaaS), or cloud-native recovery approaches. Experience performing resilience posture assessments and advising on improvements using industry-aligned frameworks (e.g., ISO 22301, DORA, NIST, COBIT). Ability to translate technical risks into business impact terms and communicate recommendations clearly to non-technical stakeholders. Demonstrated involvement in developing or supporting resilience strategies, roadmaps, or implementation plans for enterprise clients. Knowledge of regulatory expectations around technology resilience, especially within sectors like financial services, energy, or government. Desirables These are capabilities that would add complementary value to the team, but can also be developed on the job: Familiarity with business continuity, crisis management, or operational resilience frameworks beyond IT-specific areas. Experience supporting or running tabletop exercises, technical simulations, or chaos engineering experiments. Knowledge of cloud resilience architectures (e.g., multi-AZ/multi-region failover, backup/restore in AWS/Azure/GCP).</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Technology related field</li><li>Minimum 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, Network Architecture, Compute, Cloud, and Disaster recovery</li><li>Proven experience in leading and coaching junior resources within the technical field</li><li>Strong understanding of technology resilience concepts, including recovery architecture, IT continuity, backup strategies, and failover design.</li><li>Demonstrated experience conducting Technology Impact Analysis (TIA) or similar exercises to assess critical IT dependencies.</li><li>Proven ability to evaluate data centers, hybrid/cloud infrastructure, and application landscapes through a resilience lens.</li><li>Hands-on exposure to modern resilience solutions, such as immutable backups, cyber vaults, DR-as-a-Service (DRaaS), or cloud-native recovery approaches.</li><li>Experience performing resilience posture assessments and advising on improvements using industry-aligned frameworks (e.g., ISO 22301, DORA, NIST, COBIT).</li><li>Ability to translate technical risks into business impact terms and communicate recommendations clearly to non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrated involvement in developing or supporting resilience strategies, roadmaps, or implementation plans for enterprise clients.</li><li>Knowledge of regulatory expectations around technology resilience, especially within sectors like financial services, energy, or government.</li><li>Familiarity with business continuity, crisis management, or operational resilience frameworks beyond IT-specific areas.</li><li>Experience supporting or running tabletop exercises, technical simulations, or chaos engineering experiments.</li><li>Knowledge of cloud resilience architectures (e.g., multi-AZ/multi-region failover, backup/restore in AWS/Azure/GCP).</li><li>Understanding of cyber-resilience intersections, such as ransomware preparedness, zero-trust recovery, or secure-by-design principles.</li><li>Exposure to emerging technology risk (e.g., AI model resilience, edge computing, or OT/ICS environments).</li><li>Professional certifications such as ISO 22301 Lead Auditor/Implementer, CBCI, AWS/Azure cloud certs, or DORA/operational resilience credentials.</li></ul><p></p></section>

The Position<br><br> JOB DESCRIPTION <br><br>The Strategic Advocacy Advisor will lead the repositioning of the regional communications and advocacy function into a strategic, outward-facing, and impact-driven platform. S/he reports directly to the Regional Director and acts as a central figure in advancing UNFPA’s mandate at both the regional and country levels. This role operates in close collaboration with Headquarters divisions and the newly established Strategic Partnerships and Innovative Financing Advisor to ensure that advocacy, financing, and external engagement are fully aligned to maximize influence and mobilize diverse resources.<br><br>How You Can Make a Difference<br><br>UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.<br><br>In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and will defend them courageously and with full conviction.<br><br>UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact sustained results, ensuring effective external relations, communications, partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results<br><br>Job Purpose<br><br>Given the 2026–2029 UNFPA Strategic Plan's strong emphasis on strategic partnerships, donor diversification, innovative financing, and the need for more impactful advocacy to shift social norms, the primary purpose of the Strategic Advocacy Advisor is to lead the transformation of the Regional Office's communications and advocacy function.<br><br>The advisor will reposition this function into a more strategic, outward-facing, and impact-driven platform. The purpose of this role is to provide strategic communication advisory to ensure that overall messaging is aligned with the organization's mission, priorities, and branding, ultimately making UNFPA ‘bold, vocal, and visible’ across the Arab States region.<br><br>The Advisor will act as a central champion for the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Agenda, utilizing evidence-based campaigning to drive progress toward UNFPA's "Three Transformative Results": zero unmet need for family planning, zero preventable maternal deaths, and zero gender-based violence and harmful practices. The Advisor will ensure that all external messaging is directly embedded in the design of donor engagement strategies to ultimately ensure that communications act as a proactive enabler of financing and partnership outcomes rather than functioning as a parallel service. Ultimately, the job purpose is to ensure that UNFPA’s narrative is compelling, consistent, and evidence-driven, allowing the organization to speak with one unified voice regionally. The Advisor will maximize UNFPA's political influence, navigate complex socio-cultural sensitivities, bridge the humanitarian-development-peace nexus, and successfully mobilize diverse resources to support sustainable progress.<br><br>You Would Be Responsible For<br><br>High-Level Regional Policy & Intergovernmental Advocacy <br><br> Lead high-level policy dialogue with regional intergovernmental bodies, such as the League of Arab States (LAS) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and the African Union Integrate population dynamics, youth empowerment, and SRHR priorities into regional development agendas. Provide timely risk assessments and strategic advice to the Regional Director regarding political sensitivities surrounding gender, bodily autonomy, and human rights. Provide technical and advocacy support to UNFPA Country Offices (COs) to influence domestic legislation, national budgets, and health strategies <br><br>Strategic Communications and Narrative Development <br><br> Develop compelling narratives and flagship advocacy messages to advance UNFPA’s mandate and ICPD agenda in the region. Coordinate multiple strategies to enhance UNFPA digital presence and ensure innovative engagement of social media for both internal and external communication. Ensure that communications are fully embedded in the design of advocacy engagement strategies and partnership building. Outsource routine translation and proofreading tasks through retainer arrangements with specialized consultants to allow staff to focus on strategic, higher-value functions. <br><br>Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus Integration <br><br> Tailor advocacy strategies to protect women and girls in active conflict zones and protracted displacement settings (e.g., Sudan, Yemen, Syria, and Palestine). Ensure advocacy and communications are inclusive of humanitarian contexts. Bridge the gap between immediate humanitarian response (such as GBV clinical management in camps) and long-term legal and institutional protections. <br><br>Strategic Alliances & Sustainable Financing <br><br> Integrate communications and advocacy strategies with resource mobilization and partnership-building, ensuring maximum influence and visibility for financing objectives. Provide a revised platform for engagement with governments, parliamentarians, international financial institutions, private sector actors, and civil society. Strengthen ASRO's strategic focus on funding diversification, with streamlined and strengthened advocacy and donor-facing communications. Cultivate strategic networks with civil society organizations, academic institutions, youth-led groups, and religious or cultural leaders to champion family planning and gender equality through culturally grounded frameworks. <br><br>Evidence-Based Campaigning & Demographic Intelligence <br><br> Partner with regional demographic and data units to translate census results and socio-economic data into compelling policy briefs, white papers, and advocacy strategies tailored for government ministries. Advocate for public investments in the region’s massive youth population, focusing on primary healthcare integration, adolescent girls' rights, and youth inclusion. Harness digital media, analytics, and innovative platforms to extend reach and impact <br><br>Education<br><br>Qualifications and Experience: <br><br>Advanced university degree in communications, journalism, media studies, international relations, or other relevant fields.<br><br>Knowledge And Experience<br><br> At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, advocacy, or public affairs in international development. Demonstrated expertise in advocacy campaigns, social norm change, and political communications. Experience integrating communications with resource mobilization is desirable. Proven experience in digital advocacy and innovative communications tools. Demonstrated expertise in advocacy campaigns, social norm change, and political communications. Proven ability to navigate complex political environments, build consensus on sensitive gender/SRHR topics, and build trust with conservative stakeholders. UN system or multilateral experience an asset <br><br>Languages<br><br>Fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic strongly preferred<br><br>Values<br><br>Required Competencies: <br><br>Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change<br><br>Core Competencies<br><br>Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,<br><br>Functional Competencies<br><br> Advocacy/advancing a policy-oriented agenda Delivering results-based advocacy and communications strategies Creating visibility for the organization Innovation and digital communications <br><br>Managerial Competencies (if Applicable)<br><br> Providing strategic focus Engaging internal/external partners and stakeholders Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performance Making decisions and exercising judgments <br><br>Compensation And Benefits<br><br>This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.<br><br>UNFPA Work Environment<br><br>UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.<br><br>Disclaimer<br><br>Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.<br><br>UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.<br><br>Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.

Job Description<br><br>The Position:<br><br>The Strategic Advocacy Advisor will lead the repositioning of the regional communications and advocacy function into a strategic, outward-facing, and impact-driven platform. S/he reports directly to the Regional Director and acts as a central figure in advancing UNFPA’s mandate at both the regional and country levels. This role operates in close collaboration with Headquarters divisions and the newly established Strategic Partnerships and Innovative Financing Advisor to ensure that advocacy, financing, and external engagement are fully aligned to maximize influence and mobilize diverse resources.<br><br>How you can make a difference:<br><br>UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.<br><br>In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and will defend them courageously and with full conviction.<br><br>UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact sustained results, ensuring effective external relations, communications, partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results<br><br>Job Purpose:<br><br>Given the 2026–2029 UNFPA Strategic Plan's strong emphasis on strategic partnerships, donor diversification, innovative financing, and the need for more impactful advocacy to shift social norms, the primary purpose of the Strategic Advocacy Advisor is to lead the transformation of the Regional Office's communications and advocacy function.<br><br>The advisor will reposition this function into a more strategic, outward-facing, and impact-driven platform. The purpose of this role is to provide strategic communication advisory to ensure that overall messaging is aligned with the organization's mission, priorities, and branding, ultimately making UNFPA ‘bold, vocal, and visible’ across the Arab States region.<br><br>The Advisor will act as a central champion for the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Agenda, utilizing evidence-based campaigning to drive progress toward UNFPA's "Three Transformative Results": zero unmet need for family planning, zero preventable maternal deaths, and zero gender-based violence and harmful practices. The Advisor will ensure that all external messaging is directly embedded in the design of donor engagement strategies to ultimately ensure that communications act as a proactive enabler of financing and partnership outcomes rather than functioning as a parallel service. Ultimately, the job purpose is to ensure that UNFPA’s narrative is compelling, consistent, and evidence-driven, allowing the organization to speak with one unified voice regionally. The Advisor will maximize UNFPA's political influence, navigate complex socio-cultural sensitivities, bridge the humanitarian-development-peace nexus, and successfully mobilize diverse resources to support sustainable progress.<br><br>You would be responsible for:<br><br>High-Level Regional Policy & Intergovernmental Advocacy <br><br>Lead high-level policy dialogue with regional intergovernmental bodies, such as the League of Arab States (LAS) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and the African Union Integrate population dynamics, youth empowerment, and SRHR priorities into regional development agendas. Provide timely risk assessments and strategic advice to the Regional Director regarding political sensitivities surrounding gender, bodily autonomy, and human rights. Provide technical and advocacy support to UNFPA Country Offices (COs) to influence domestic legislation, national budgets, and health strategies<br><br><br>Strategic Communications and Narrative Development <br><br>Develop compelling narratives and flagship advocacy messages to advance UNFPA’s mandate and ICPD agenda in the region. Coordinate multiple strategies to enhance UNFPA digital presence and ensure innovative engagement of social media for both internal and external communication. Ensure that communications are fully embedded in the design of advocacy engagement strategies and partnership building. Outsource routine translation and proofreading tasks through retainer arrangements with specialized consultants to allow staff to focus on strategic, higher-value functions.<br><br><br>Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus Integration <br><br>Tailor advocacy strategies to protect women and girls in active conflict zones and protracted displacement settings (e.g., Sudan, Yemen, Syria, and Palestine). Ensure advocacy and communications are inclusive of humanitarian contexts. Bridge the gap between immediate humanitarian response (such as GBV clinical management in camps) and long-term legal and institutional protections.<br><br><br>Strategic Alliances & Sustainable Financing <br><br>Integrate communications and advocacy strategies with resource mobilization and partnership-building, ensuring maximum influence and visibility for financing objectives. Provide a revised platform for engagement with governments, parliamentarians, international financial institutions, private sector actors, and civil society. Strengthen ASRO's strategic focus on funding diversification, with streamlined and strengthened advocacy and donor-facing communications. Cultivate strategic networks with civil society organizations, academic institutions, youth-led groups, and religious or cultural leaders to champion family planning and gender equality through culturally grounded frameworks.<br><br><br>Evidence-Based Campaigning & Demographic Intelligence <br><br>Partner with regional demographic and data units to translate census results and socio-economic data into compelling policy briefs, white papers, and advocacy strategies tailored for government ministries. Advocate for public investments in the region’s massive youth population, focusing on primary healthcare integration, adolescent girls' rights, and youth inclusion. Harness digital media, analytics, and innovative platforms to extend reach and impact<br><br><br>Qualifications and Experience: <br><br>Education: <br><br>Advanced university degree in communications, journalism, media studies, international relations, or other relevant fields.<br><br>Knowledge and Experience: <br><br>At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, advocacy, or public affairs in international development. Demonstrated expertise in advocacy campaigns, social norm change, and political communications. Experience integrating communications with resource mobilization is desirable. Proven experience in digital advocacy and innovative communications tools. Demonstrated expertise in advocacy campaigns, social norm change, and political communications. Proven ability to navigate complex political environments, build consensus on sensitive gender/SRHR topics, and build trust with conservative stakeholders. UN system or multilateral experience an asset<br><br><br>Languages: <br><br>Fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic strongly preferred<br><br>Required Competencies: <br><br>Values:<br><br>Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change<br><br><br>Core Competencies: <br><br>Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,<br><br><br>Functional Competencies:<br><br>Advocacy/advancing a policy-oriented agenda Delivering results-based advocacy and communications strategies Creating visibility for the organization Innovation and digital communications <br><br><br>Managerial Competencies (if applicable):<br><br>Providing strategic focus Engaging internal/external partners and stakeholders Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performance Making decisions and exercising judgments <br><br><br>Compensation and Benefits:<br><br>This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.<br><br>UNFPA Work Environment:<br><br>UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.<br><br>Disclaimer:<br><br>Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.<br><br>UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.<br><br>Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.<br><br>About UNFPA<br><br>We promote gender equality and empower women, girls and young people to take control of their bodies and their futures.<br><br>Learn more

Sika is a speciality chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector towards greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.<br><br><br><br>Job Description<br><br>Job Purpose<br><br>The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and operational excellence of the plant. The role ensures that production, maintenance, quality, warehousing, and HSE activities are managed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with Sika standards, legal requirements, customer expectations, and agreed business objectives.<br><br>The Plant Manager has overall accountability for achieving the plant’s targets relating to safety, quality, service, cost, productivity, people development, and continuous improvement while ensuring effective coordination with all relevant functions.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Plant Operations and Performance<br><br>Lead and manage the overall plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, warehousing, and HSE activities. Translate business requirements and demand plans into effective plant production and resource plans. Ensure achievement of agreed targets for production output, product quality, cost, productivity, service level, and on-time delivery. Monitor plant performance through established KPIs, identify performance gaps, and implement timely corrective and preventive actions. Ensure the effective use of plant capacity, equipment, materials, labor, and other operational resources. Maintain effective coordination between all plant departments to ensure operational continuity and efficient workflow. Health, Safety, and Environment<br><br>Demonstrate visible leadership and accountability for health, safety, and environmental performance across the plant. Ensure compliance with Sika HSE standards, local legal requirements, permits, and applicable environmental regulations. Promote a proactive safety culture in which risks, unsafe conditions, and incidents are identified, reported, investigated, and effectively addressed. Ensure that appropriate risk assessments, emergency response arrangements, safety training, and preventive controls are implemented and regularly reviewed. Support the achievement of plant HSE objectives and continuous improvement of safety performance. Quality and Customer Satisfaction<br><br>Ensure that all products manufactured at the plant meet Sika quality standards, approved specifications, and customer requirements. Ensure compliance with applicable quality management systems, procedures, and internal controls. Work closely with Quality, Technical, Sales, and Supply Chain teams to address quality concerns and customer complaints. Ensure effective root-cause analysis and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions for quality and operational issues. Maintain the plant’s readiness for internal, corporate, customer, certification, and regulatory audits. Financial and Cost Management<br><br>Prepare, manage, and control the plant’s operating budget in coordination with Finance and senior management. Monitor production costs, material consumption, labor utilization, energy consumption, maintenance expenses, and operational losses. Identify and implement opportunities to improve cost efficiency, productivity, and resource utilization without compromising safety, quality, or service. Lead initiatives to reduce waste, process losses, downtime, and non-value-adding activities. Provide accurate forecasts and regular updates regarding plant costs, operational risks, and expected performance. People Leadership and Development<br><br>Lead, coach, and develop the plant’s department heads, supervisors, and employees to build a capable, accountable, and performance-oriented team. Establish clear objectives and performance expectations in line with Sika’s performance management process. Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support individual development plans. Promote teamwork, employee engagement, operational discipline, and effective communication across the plant. Work closely with HR on workforce planning, recruitment requirements, succession planning, employee development, attendance, disciplinary matters, and employee relations. Ensure that employees receive the required technical, quality, safety, and compliance training. Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence<br><br>Lead continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives to enhance plant safety, productivity, quality, reliability, and cost effectiveness. Promote the effective implementation of 5S, problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and other applicable continuous improvement methodologies. Encourage employees at all levels to identify improvement opportunities and participate in operational improvement activities. Benchmark plant performance and share good practices with other Sika operations, where applicable. Maintenance and Asset Management<br><br>Ensure the implementation of effective preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs. Monitor equipment reliability, breakdowns, downtime, and maintenance performance. Ensure that plant assets, utilities, machinery, and infrastructure are maintained in safe and efficient operating condition. Review critical spare-parts requirements and ensure appropriate controls are in place to support operational continuity. Capital Investment and Plant Development<br><br>Identify and evaluate requirements for equipment, capacity expansion, plant upgrades, automation, and infrastructure improvements. Prepare and support capital expenditure proposals, including operational justification, expected benefits, costs, risks, and implementation requirements. Coordinate approved investment projects with Engineering, Procurement, Finance, HSE, and other relevant stakeholders. Ensure that projects are implemented safely, within approved budgets and timelines, and in accordance with Sika requirements. Compliance, Governance, and Reporting<br><br>Ensure full compliance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, Sika policies, internal procedures, and management systems. Maintain the plant’s readiness for governmental inspections, certification audits, internal audits, and corporate assessments. Ensure that required licenses, permits, records, and operational documentation are valid, complete, and properly maintained. Report plant performance, major risks, operational challenges, incidents, and improvement actions to senior management in an accurate and timely manner. Escalate significant HSE, quality, operational, financial, or people-related risks through the appropriate management channels. Cross-Functional Collaboration<br><br>Work closely with Sales, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, HR, Quality, Technical, and other functions to align plant activities with business and customer requirements. Participate in demand, capacity, inventory, and production-planning discussions. Support new product introduction, product transfers, process changes, and business growth initiatives. Build effective working relationships with suppliers, contractors, service providers, authorities, and other relevant external stakeholders. Key Performance Indicators<br><br>Performance may be measured against the following indicators:<br><br>HSE performance and incident reduction Production output and schedule adherence On-time and in-full delivery Product quality and customer complaints Overall equipment effectiveness and plant utilization Equipment downtime and maintenance performance Production cost and budget adherence Material yield, waste, and process losses Inventory accuracy and stock control Productivity and labor efficiency Audit findings and closure of corrective actions Employee engagement, development, and turnover Continuous improvement and cost-saving achievements<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Qualifications and Experience<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Production, or another relevant Engineering discipline. Postgraduate qualification in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field is an advantage. Typically, 8–12 years of progressive manufacturing experience, including at least 3–5 years in a plant management, production management, or comparable operational leadership role. Demonstrated experience managing a manufacturing plant or a large and complex production operation. Experience in chemicals, construction materials, cementitious products, admixtures, coatings, or a comparable process-manufacturing industry is highly preferred. Proven record of delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, cost, and operational performance. Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, including production, maintenance, quality, warehouse, and HSE functions. Practical experience with budgeting, cost control, capital expenditure, workforce planning, and plant performance management. Experience with continuous improvement methodologies, including 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or structured problem-solving techniques, is preferred. Technical Knowledge<br><br>Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, production planning, process control, and capacity management. Sound understanding of quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety management systems. Good knowledge of preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, utilities, and asset management. Understanding of applicable legal and regulatory requirements governing manufacturing operations. Ability to interpret and manage plant budgets, operational costs, forecasts, and performance indicators. Working knowledge of ERP and production management systems, preferably SAP or an equivalent system. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Power Point, Word, and Outlook. Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements is preferred. Leadership Competencies<br><br>Strong and visible leadership with the ability to build trust, accountability, and collaboration. Sound judgment and the ability to make timely, fact-based decisions under pressure. Strategic and operational thinking, with the ability to translate business priorities into practical plant actions. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Effective planning, prioritization, and resource-management skills. Ability to lead change and engage employees in continuous improvement. Strong coaching, delegation, performance management, and people-development skills. High level of integrity, ownership, discipline, and personal accountability. Strong commitment to health, safety, quality, compliance, and sustainability. Effective communication, influencing, and stakeholder-management skills. Fluent Arabic and strong written and spoken English. <br><br>Additional Information<br><br>We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.<br><br>We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Sika is a speciality chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector towards greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.<br><br><br><br>Job Description<br><br>Job Purpose<br><br>The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and operational excellence of the plant. The role ensures that production, maintenance, quality, warehousing, and HSE activities are managed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with Sika standards, legal requirements, customer expectations, and agreed business objectives.<br><br>The Plant Manager has overall accountability for achieving the plant’s targets relating to safety, quality, service, cost, productivity, people development, and continuous improvement while ensuring effective coordination with all relevant functions.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Plant Operations and Performance<br><br>Lead and manage the overall plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, warehousing, and HSE activities. Translate business requirements and demand plans into effective plant production and resource plans. Ensure achievement of agreed targets for production output, product quality, cost, productivity, service level, and on-time delivery. Monitor plant performance through established KPIs, identify performance gaps, and implement timely corrective and preventive actions. Ensure the effective use of plant capacity, equipment, materials, labor, and other operational resources. Maintain effective coordination between all plant departments to ensure operational continuity and efficient workflow. Health, Safety, and Environment<br><br>Demonstrate visible leadership and accountability for health, safety, and environmental performance across the plant. Ensure compliance with Sika HSE standards, local legal requirements, permits, and applicable environmental regulations. Promote a proactive safety culture in which risks, unsafe conditions, and incidents are identified, reported, investigated, and effectively addressed. Ensure that appropriate risk assessments, emergency response arrangements, safety training, and preventive controls are implemented and regularly reviewed. Support the achievement of plant HSE objectives and continuous improvement of safety performance. Quality and Customer Satisfaction<br><br>Ensure that all products manufactured at the plant meet Sika quality standards, approved specifications, and customer requirements. Ensure compliance with applicable quality management systems, procedures, and internal controls. Work closely with Quality, Technical, Sales, and Supply Chain teams to address quality concerns and customer complaints. Ensure effective root-cause analysis and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions for quality and operational issues. Maintain the plant’s readiness for internal, corporate, customer, certification, and regulatory audits. Financial and Cost Management<br><br>Prepare, manage, and control the plant’s operating budget in coordination with Finance and senior management. Monitor production costs, material consumption, labor utilization, energy consumption, maintenance expenses, and operational losses. Identify and implement opportunities to improve cost efficiency, productivity, and resource utilization without compromising safety, quality, or service. Lead initiatives to reduce waste, process losses, downtime, and non-value-adding activities. Provide accurate forecasts and regular updates regarding plant costs, operational risks, and expected performance. People Leadership and Development<br><br>Lead, coach, and develop the plant’s department heads, supervisors, and employees to build a capable, accountable, and performance-oriented team. Establish clear objectives and performance expectations in line with Sika’s performance management process. Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support individual development plans. Promote teamwork, employee engagement, operational discipline, and effective communication across the plant. Work closely with HR on workforce planning, recruitment requirements, succession planning, employee development, attendance, disciplinary matters, and employee relations. Ensure that employees receive the required technical, quality, safety, and compliance training. Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence<br><br>Lead continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives to enhance plant safety, productivity, quality, reliability, and cost effectiveness. Promote the effective implementation of 5S, problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and other applicable continuous improvement methodologies. Encourage employees at all levels to identify improvement opportunities and participate in operational improvement activities. Benchmark plant performance and share good practices with other Sika operations, where applicable. Maintenance and Asset Management<br><br>Ensure the implementation of effective preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs. Monitor equipment reliability, breakdowns, downtime, and maintenance performance. Ensure that plant assets, utilities, machinery, and infrastructure are maintained in safe and efficient operating condition. Review critical spare-parts requirements and ensure appropriate controls are in place to support operational continuity. Capital Investment and Plant Development<br><br>Identify and evaluate requirements for equipment, capacity expansion, plant upgrades, automation, and infrastructure improvements. Prepare and support capital expenditure proposals, including operational justification, expected benefits, costs, risks, and implementation requirements. Coordinate approved investment projects with Engineering, Procurement, Finance, HSE, and other relevant stakeholders. Ensure that projects are implemented safely, within approved budgets and timelines, and in accordance with Sika requirements. Compliance, Governance, and Reporting<br><br>Ensure full compliance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, Sika policies, internal procedures, and management systems. Maintain the plant’s readiness for governmental inspections, certification audits, internal audits, and corporate assessments. Ensure that required licenses, permits, records, and operational documentation are valid, complete, and properly maintained. Report plant performance, major risks, operational challenges, incidents, and improvement actions to senior management in an accurate and timely manner. Escalate significant HSE, quality, operational, financial, or people-related risks through the appropriate management channels. Cross-Functional Collaboration<br><br>Work closely with Sales, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, HR, Quality, Technical, and other functions to align plant activities with business and customer requirements. Participate in demand, capacity, inventory, and production-planning discussions. Support new product introduction, product transfers, process changes, and business growth initiatives. Build effective working relationships with suppliers, contractors, service providers, authorities, and other relevant external stakeholders. Key Performance Indicators<br><br>Performance may be measured against the following indicators:<br><br>HSE performance and incident reduction Production output and schedule adherence On-time and in-full delivery Product quality and customer complaints Overall equipment effectiveness and plant utilization Equipment downtime and maintenance performance Production cost and budget adherence Material yield, waste, and process losses Inventory accuracy and stock control Productivity and labor efficiency Audit findings and closure of corrective actions Employee engagement, development, and turnover Continuous improvement and cost-saving achievements<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Qualifications and Experience<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Production, or another relevant Engineering discipline. Postgraduate qualification in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field is an advantage. Typically, 8–12 years of progressive manufacturing experience, including at least 3–5 years in a plant management, production management, or comparable operational leadership role. Demonstrated experience managing a manufacturing plant or a large and complex production operation. Experience in chemicals, construction materials, cementitious products, admixtures, coatings, or a comparable process-manufacturing industry is highly preferred. Proven record of delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, cost, and operational performance. Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, including production, maintenance, quality, warehouse, and HSE functions. Practical experience with budgeting, cost control, capital expenditure, workforce planning, and plant performance management. Experience with continuous improvement methodologies, including 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or structured problem-solving techniques, is preferred. Technical Knowledge<br><br>Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, production planning, process control, and capacity management. Sound understanding of quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety management systems. Good knowledge of preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, utilities, and asset management. Understanding of applicable legal and regulatory requirements governing manufacturing operations. Ability to interpret and manage plant budgets, operational costs, forecasts, and performance indicators. Working knowledge of ERP and production management systems, preferably SAP or an equivalent system. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Power Point, Word, and Outlook. Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements is preferred. Leadership Competencies<br><br>Strong and visible leadership with the ability to build trust, accountability, and collaboration. Sound judgment and the ability to make timely, fact-based decisions under pressure. Strategic and operational thinking, with the ability to translate business priorities into practical plant actions. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Effective planning, prioritization, and resource-management skills. Ability to lead change and engage employees in continuous improvement. Strong coaching, delegation, performance management, and people-development skills. High level of integrity, ownership, discipline, and personal accountability. Strong commitment to health, safety, quality, compliance, and sustainability. Effective communication, influencing, and stakeholder-management skills. Fluent Arabic and strong written and spoken English. <br><br>Additional Information<br><br>We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.<br><br>We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span> <span><span>Requisition ID</span></span> <span><span>37007</span></span> <br> <span><span>Office Country</span></span> <span><span>Egypt</span></span> <br> <span><span>Office City</span></span> <span><span>Cairo</span></span> <br> <span><span>Division</span></span> <span><span>Banking Countries of Operations&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span> <br> <span><span>Contract Type</span></span> <span><span>Fixed Term&nbsp;</span></span> <br> <span><span>Contract Length</span></span> <span><span>2 years&nbsp;</span></span> <br> <span><span>Posting End Date</span></span> <span><span>28/08/2026&nbsp;</span></span> <br> </span><p><strong>Purpose of Job</strong></p><br> <p>As a key member of the Managing Director’s Front Office, the Principal Adviser advises and supports the Managing Director (MD) on a range of management, strategic and operational topics related to the activities of the MD’s countries of operation within the region. The role supports the MD on cross-sectoral and institutional issues that span across the MD’s region and provides input to a range of operational and strategic matters. The key objective is to help ensure effective and efficient management of the activities in the MD’s region, in particular ensuring the quality of the output of the Groups, day-to-day functioning of the Business Groups and co-ordination with other departments/units in the Bank and external stakeholders.</p><br> <p>It is expected that the Principal Adviser will have a high commitment to the Bank’s mandate and institutional goals combined with the ability to foster an environment conducive to technical excellence, lead/contribute to strategic thinking for the Bank and its sectors and/or countries, and provide leadership with a consistent approach towards staff, clients and shareholders.</p><br> <p>The Principal Adviser is a key position within the MD’s Front Office encompassing a wide range of management and operational functions to support the MD’s delivery of the strategic objectives of the region, including assisting the MD in managing the administrative operations within the MD’s Front Office and supporting the Regional Directors and/ or Heads of Countries in operational and strategic tasks as appropriate.</p><br> <p>The Principal Adviser is an independent role and is expected to act as an interface between the MD’s front office, teams/ ROs in the region, other departments/ units within the Bank, as well as external parties as assigned and delegated by the MD.</p><br> <p><strong>Accountabilities &amp; Responsibilities</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Operational responsibilities:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Main counterparties are the Regional Directors and Heads of Offices in the region, Sector and SME regional heads.</li> <li>Works closely with the MD on various policy and operational issues, including input to strategy, presentations, co-ordination with other IFIs and donors, and ad hoc requests, including by proactive initiative, taking the lead when delegated, and keeping abreast of Bank-wide policies and matters that may be impactful for the MD’s region and the Bank.</li> <li>Supports the MD in managing the administrative operations within the MD’s Front Office, including a supervisory role of the budget functions and HR related activities for the Group.</li> <li>Work with the Regional Directors and/or Heads of Countries to address/resolve complex and/or sensitive issues requiring involvement of the MD’s front office.</li> <li>Provide assistance to the relevant Regional Directors and/ or Heads of Countries in their work with other departments within the Bank, ensuring that senior level contacts with other departments, stakeholders and constituencies are consistently maintained and information is shared as appropriate.</li> <li>Assume responsibility for the preparation of regular portfolio/pipeline development reporting/ analysis for the MD to facilitate decision-making as well as input to working papers, briefings and presentations.</li> <li>Review quality of pipeline project records, identify inconsistencies, and direct colleagues to implement adjustments to ensure adequate up-to-date maintenance of data used in strategic planning by the senior management in order to achieve Bank business objectives. Ensure the MD is briefed on any pertinent issues.</li> <li>Monitor the regions performance against scorecard targets, identify variances, and liaise with colleagues and relevant departments to address concerns and improve data consistency, including for appraisal purposes.</li> <li>Represent the MD, as required, at working committees, meetings and events, with an emphasis on sharing relevant information and developments.</li> <li>Reviews and briefs the MD on relevant internal documentation; ensures adequate follow-up on any relevant issues as required and ensures quality control in respect of Bank documents.</li> <li>Prepare or facilitate preparation of briefing packages for high level missions; presentations, marketing documentation, speeches, interviews, as required, for the MD in cooperation with the relevant teams.</li> <li>Oversee the Groups' portfolio performance information and provide necessary updates and data as required by the MDs.</li> <li>Organises and facilitates organisation of regional meetings and events such as off-site events, team retreats as applicable.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Policy/strategic work:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Participate and play an active role in Bank-wide discussions and work relating to strategic issues of the region.</li> <li>Ensure that the MD is adequately informed and briefed on relevant policy dialogue initiatives and country or sector strategies and their impact on the region.</li> <li>Develop and implement, or contribute to, various policy and strategic initiatives within the Business Group.</li> <li>Manage SSF allocation for TC projects in the region including contribution in preparation of the SSF (bi) annual plan.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Business Development:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Prepare or facilitate preparation of presentations and marketing documentation in cooperation with the relevant Banking teams, including BDU, and other internal departments.</li> <li>Assist the MD in coordinating and preparing business development events outside the Bank.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Staff Management and Budget:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Contribute to the resolution of HR-related issues within the Team.</li> <li>Work with HR Department to assist the MDs in effective processing of any relevant HR issues.</li> <li>Actively contribute to the implementation and monitoring of the engagement action plans for the Business Groups.</li> <li>Assist the MD in business planning and budget negotiations as may be required from time to time.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Skills, Experience &amp; Qualifications</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Principal level, relevant investment, finance or policy experience coupled with sound understanding of the Bank’s mandate, processes and policies</li> <li>Sound understanding and good knowledge of issues related to banking and RO management</li> <li>Relevant university degree</li> <li>Strong leadership, management, communication and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Proven business judgement and high ethical and professional standards</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage and complete transactions/policy projects</li> <li>Excellent time and project management skills</li> <li>Excellent business report writing skills</li> <li>Excellent English language skills (both written and oral)</li> <li>Relevant geographical experience</li> </ul> <p><strong>Competencies &amp; Personal Attributes</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Strategic vision and thought leadership, ability to look beyond the immediate constraints and see the bigger picture</li> <li>Ability to prioritise and manage multiple complex tasks with an emphasis on timely completion</li> <li>Ability to persuade and influence a range of stakeholders, to negotiate and to bring others around to your point of view and reach constructive outcomes</li> <li>Results oriented, self-motivated individual with pro-active approach</li> <li>An analytical problem solver, with the ability to identify issues and work towards effective solutions in a methodical manner</li> <li>A facilitator able to build and maintain effective working relationship within the Banking Department and across the organisation</li> <li>High level of personal integrity</li> <li>Attention to detail</li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About EBRD&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment.&nbsp;</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>The EBRD environment provides you with:&nbsp;</span></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span><span>Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in.&nbsp;</span></span></li> <li><span><span>A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness.&nbsp;</span></span></li> <li><span><span>An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.&nbsp;</span></span></li> <li><span><span>A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.&nbsp;</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span><span>Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does.&nbsp; As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).&nbsp;</span></span></p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span>The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is an international non-profit, research-for-development organization that works with governments, civil society, and private sector organizations to address water-related challenges in developing countries and scale up solutions.<br> IWMI is headquartered in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and is a CGIAR research center with offices in 15 countries and a global network of researchers operating in approximately 56 countries.<br> IWMI is implementing a regional project focused on Resilient Nature-Based Water Solutions (RNBWS) in Jordan, Egypt, Palestine, and Lebanon.<br> Related projects are also being implemented in Iraq, Bangladesh, and Sudan.<br> The projects include environmental, agricultural, and social interventions, including the following examples: Solar-powered irrigation systems for agriculture in Egypt.<br> A small-scale food processing enterprise supporting rural women and smallholder female farmers, known as Nawalla.<br> Rehabilitation of irrigation canals and springs.<br> A training manual on gender-transformative curricula, including the delivery of the associated training course.<br> As part of its strategy to mobilize innovative finance and scale these interventions, IWMI seeks to explore the tokenization of these assets as digital instruments.<br> Tokenization—the process of representing ownership or value rights of real-world assets on a blockchain or distributed ledger—may offer potential pathways for attracting impact investors, improving transparency, and enabling fractional ownership.<br> Given the nascent and evolving legal and regulatory landscape for digital assets across Jordan, Egypt, Palestine, Bangladesh, and Sudan, specialized legal and regulatory expertise is required to assess feasibility, structure compliant instruments, and guide the token issuance process.<br> OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT: The objective of this consultancy is to provide technical advisory services to the Al Murunah and Al Murunah+ projects to assess the feasibility of, and develop a business model and roadmap for, the tokenization of the projects’ nature-based solution assets in Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine.<br> The Consultant is expected to advise IWMI on the selection of assets for tokenization, identify the potential benefits and incentives of tokenization, and deliver actionable guidance on structuring compliant digital asset instruments in accordance with applicable national laws and relevant international frameworks.<br> The assignment will be considered successful if, upon its completion, IWMI is able to make an informed Go/No-Go decision on piloting tokenization in at least one priority jurisdiction, supported by a legally compliant structuring option, a documented risk framework, and enhanced internal staff capacity to engage credibly with regulators and investors.<br> The consultancy will also demonstrate the potential value of tokenization through the following outcomes: Improved access to impact investment: Tokenization will enable owners of assets, such as solar-powered irrigation systems, the Nawalla food processing enterprise, and rehabilitated irrigation canals, to attract a broader pool of impact investors by representing these assets as digital instruments.<br> Fractional ownership: Tokenization enables assets to be divided into smaller, investable units, lowering the entry barrier for investors and potentially broadening the funding base significantly.<br> This is particularly relevant to strengthening women’s ownership of assets and enhancing their ability to use those assets as collateral.<br> Transparency and accountability: Blockchain-based instruments improve the traceability of how funds are utilized and how assets perform, thereby informing IWMI’s engagement with future donors and investors.<br> Scalability: A proven tokenization model in Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine could be replicated in other project countries, including Iraq, Bangladesh, and Sudan, thereby multiplying its impact.<br> Intellectual property (IP) monetization: Explore how non-physical outputs, such as the gender-transformative training manual, could generate ongoing revenue through tokenized licensing and royalty structures.<br> DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES: Task 1: Inception Meeting The Consultant will hold a brief inception meeting with the Al Murunah/Al Murunah+ project teams to provide a baseline understanding of tokenization and the expected deliverables throughout the duration of the assignment.<br> This meeting will also be used to test and refine the asset selection criteria.<br> Task 2: Overall Regulatory Landscape Assessment Conduct a rapid and comprehensive review of the legal and regulatory environment for digital assets and tokenization in Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine, covering: Applicable securities, financial instruments, and fintech legislation in each jurisdiction.<br> Central bank regulations and digital asset frameworks (including regulatory sandbox programs, where available).<br> Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements relevant to digital asset issuance.<br> Cross-border digital asset transaction rules applicable to the three countries.<br> Gaps, risks, and enabling conditions within each regulatory environment.<br> Task 3: Establish Asset Selection Criteria Work with the project team to gain a better understanding of the available assets and establish a structured asset evaluation framework.<br> Provide an analysis and recommendations for structuring a business model for one or more of the following assets as tokenized digital instruments: Solar-powered irrigation systems: Assess options for tokenizing physical infrastructure assets (e.<br>g., revenue-sharing tokens and asset-backed tokens).<br> Food processing enterprise (Nawalla): Assess options for equity-like or utility token structures representing operational value or returns.<br> Spring and/or irrigation canal rehabilitation.<br> Training manual: Assess intellectual property (IP) tokenization options, including licensing rights and royalty structures.<br> For each asset, the analysis should identify the most appropriate token type (utility, security, or hybrid), legal vehicle, and jurisdiction for issuance.<br> Task 4: Develop a Business Model for Tokenization For the selected assets, design a business model for tokenization, followed by an online consultative meeting with the project team.<br> Develop a compliance framework for the digital asset issuance process, including: Investor eligibility and accreditation requirements for each jurisdiction.<br> Disclosure and prospectus obligations (where applicable).<br> Information requirements related to the identified interventions.<br> Data protection and cybersecurity considerations.<br> Environmental and social safeguard requirements linked to nature-based solutions standards.<br> A risk register identifying key legal, regulatory, and reputational risks.<br> Task 5: Tokenization Roadmap / Implementation Plan Prepare a phased implementation roadmap for the tokenization of the identified assets, including: Recommended sequencing of asset tokenization (short-, medium-, and long-term).<br> Priority jurisdiction(s) for piloting the first token issuance.<br> Key milestones required regulatory approvals, and estimated timelines.<br> Guidance on platform selection criteria (permissioned vs.<br> public blockchain and applicable technology standards).<br> Recommended legal documentation, including term sheets, smart contract legal wrappers, and investor agreements.<br> Presentation of the roadmap and recommendations to IWMI, followed by the formal close-out of the assignment.<br> DELIVERABLES: Inception Workshop and Presentation Draft - Includes an introduction to tokenization, its benefits, and how it can be applied within Nature-Based Solutions (NBS), as well as the proposed work plan, methodology, and stakeholder engagement plan for the assignment.<br> Overall Regulatory Landscape Assessment Report (Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine) - A comprehensive assessment of the legal and regulatory landscape governing digital assets and tokenization in the three target countries.<br> Asset Analysis and Legal Structuring Options Report - A report analyzing each asset class, the asset selection criteria, and the legal structuring options for each asset class, followed by a brief presentation of the findings.<br> Business Model and Compliance Framework - Development of the tokenization business model, compliance framework, and risk register, followed by a brief presentation of the findings.<br> Tokenization Roadmap and Recommendations Report - A comprehensive implementation roadmap and recommendations report, followed by a close-out presentation.<br> This is an internationally recruited consultancy position, therefore individuals with relevant qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply.<br> The contract duration is five and a half (05.<br>5) months. HOW TO APPLY: Apply for the position by following the application instructions at www.<br>iwmi.org/jobs. Applications will be accepted until 24:00 IST on August 17, 2026 , and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.<br> Your application must include the following: Technical Proposal: A description of the proposed methodology, approach, and work plan (maximum of 5 pages).<br> Company Profile / Individual Curriculum Vitae (CV): Demonstrating relevant experience, expertise, and qualifications.<br> Examples of Relevant Prior Work: At least two samples of comparable assignments (e.<br>g., legal assessments, regulatory analyses, or digital asset advisory reports).<br> Financial Proposal: An itemized budget or daily consultancy rate, inclusive of all fees and expenses.<br> References: Contact details of at least two clients for whom comparable assignments have been completed recently.<br> Receipt of all applications will be acknowledged; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.<br> IWMI believes that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical to our mission .<br> We offer a multicultural, multicolored, multigenerational, and multidisciplinary working environment.<br> We are committed to building an inclusive organization that reflects our global character and prioritizes gender equity.<br> We therefore strongly encourage applications from individuals of all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, and gender identities .<br> MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Essential: Advanced degree in Law, with specialization in financial law, capital markets, or technology.<br> Minimum 7 years of professional experience in legal advisory, with demonstrable focus on financial instruments, securities law, or emerging digital asset regulation.<br> Proven experience advising digital asset issuance, tokenization, or blockchain-related legal structures.<br> Direct experience with regulatory frameworks in at least two of the three target countries: Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine.<br> Strong understanding of MENA financial regulatory environments, including securities regulators, central bank digital currency (CBDC) developments, and fintech legislation.<br> Fluency in English; Arabic language proficiency is a strong advantage.<br> Desirable: Experience with impact finance, green bonds, or nature-based solution financing instruments.<br> Familiarity with international digital asset standards (FATF guidance, MiCA, IOSCO frameworks) and their applicability to MENA jurisdictions.<br> Established networks with relevant regulatory authorities in Jordan, Egypt, and/or Palestine.<br> Prior work with international development organizations, NGOs, or donor-funded programmes.<br></span> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span>The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is an international non-profit, research-for-development organization that works with governments, civil society, and private sector organizations to address water-related challenges in developing countries and scale up solutions.<br> IWMI is headquartered in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and is a CGIAR research center with offices in 15 countries and a global network of researchers operating in approximately 56 countries.<br> IWMI is implementing a regional project focused on Resilient Nature-Based Water Solutions (RNBWS) in Jordan, Egypt, Palestine, and Lebanon.<br> Related projects are also being implemented in Iraq, Bangladesh, and Sudan.<br> The projects include environmental, agricultural, and social interventions, including the following examples: Solar-powered irrigation systems for agriculture in Egypt.<br> A small-scale food processing enterprise supporting rural women and smallholder female farmers, known as Nawalla.<br> Rehabilitation of irrigation canals and springs.<br> A training manual on gender-transformative curricula, including the delivery of the associated training course.<br> As part of its strategy to mobilize innovative finance and scale these interventions, IWMI seeks to explore the tokenization of these assets as digital instruments.<br> Tokenization—the process of representing ownership or value rights of real-world assets on a blockchain or distributed ledger—may offer potential pathways for attracting impact investors, improving transparency, and enabling fractional ownership.<br> Given the nascent and evolving legal and regulatory landscape for digital assets across Jordan, Egypt, Palestine, Bangladesh, and Sudan, specialized legal and regulatory expertise is required to assess feasibility, structure compliant instruments, and guide the token issuance process.<br> OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT: The objective of this consultancy is to provide technical advisory services to the Al Murunah and Al Murunah+ projects to assess the feasibility of, and develop a business model and roadmap for, the tokenization of the projects’ nature-based solution assets in Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine.<br> The Consultant is expected to advise IWMI on the selection of assets for tokenization, identify the potential benefits and incentives of tokenization, and deliver actionable guidance on structuring compliant digital asset instruments in accordance with applicable national laws and relevant international frameworks.<br> The assignment will be considered successful if, upon its completion, IWMI is able to make an informed Go/No-Go decision on piloting tokenization in at least one priority jurisdiction, supported by a legally compliant structuring option, a documented risk framework, and enhanced internal staff capacity to engage credibly with regulators and investors.<br> The consultancy will also demonstrate the potential value of tokenization through the following outcomes: Improved access to impact investment: Tokenization will enable owners of assets, such as solar-powered irrigation systems, the Nawalla food processing enterprise, and rehabilitated irrigation canals, to attract a broader pool of impact investors by representing these assets as digital instruments.<br> Fractional ownership: Tokenization enables assets to be divided into smaller, investable units, lowering the entry barrier for investors and potentially broadening the funding base significantly.<br> This is particularly relevant to strengthening women’s ownership of assets and enhancing their ability to use those assets as collateral.<br> Transparency and accountability: Blockchain-based instruments improve the traceability of how funds are utilized and how assets perform, thereby informing IWMI’s engagement with future donors and investors.<br> Scalability: A proven tokenization model in Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine could be replicated in other project countries, including Iraq, Bangladesh, and Sudan, thereby multiplying its impact.<br> Intellectual property (IP) monetization: Explore how non-physical outputs, such as the gender-transformative training manual, could generate ongoing revenue through tokenized licensing and royalty structures.<br> DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES: Task 1: Inception Meeting The Consultant will hold a brief inception meeting with the Al Murunah/Al Murunah+ project teams to provide a baseline understanding of tokenization and the expected deliverables throughout the duration of the assignment.<br> This meeting will also be used to test and refine the asset selection criteria.<br> Task 2: Overall Regulatory Landscape Assessment Conduct a rapid and comprehensive review of the legal and regulatory environment for digital assets and tokenization in Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine, covering: Applicable securities, financial instruments, and fintech legislation in each jurisdiction.<br> Central bank regulations and digital asset frameworks (including regulatory sandbox programs, where available).<br> Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements relevant to digital asset issuance.<br> Cross-border digital asset transaction rules applicable to the three countries.<br> Gaps, risks, and enabling conditions within each regulatory environment.<br> Task 3: Establish Asset Selection Criteria Work with the project team to gain a better understanding of the available assets and establish a structured asset evaluation framework.<br> Provide an analysis and recommendations for structuring a business model for one or more of the following assets as tokenized digital instruments: Solar-powered irrigation systems: Assess options for tokenizing physical infrastructure assets (e.<br>g., revenue-sharing tokens and asset-backed tokens).<br> Food processing enterprise (Nawalla): Assess options for equity-like or utility token structures representing operational value or returns.<br> Spring and/or irrigation canal rehabilitation.<br> Training manual: Assess intellectual property (IP) tokenization options, including licensing rights and royalty structures.<br> For each asset, the analysis should identify the most appropriate token type (utility, security, or hybrid), legal vehicle, and jurisdiction for issuance.<br> Task 4: Develop a Business Model for Tokenization For the selected assets, design a business model for tokenization, followed by an online consultative meeting with the project team.<br> Develop a compliance framework for the digital asset issuance process, including: Investor eligibility and accreditation requirements for each jurisdiction.<br> Disclosure and prospectus obligations (where applicable).<br> Information requirements related to the identified interventions.<br> Data protection and cybersecurity considerations.<br> Environmental and social safeguard requirements linked to nature-based solutions standards.<br> A risk register identifying key legal, regulatory, and reputational risks.<br> Task 5: Tokenization Roadmap / Implementation Plan Prepare a phased implementation roadmap for the tokenization of the identified assets, including: Recommended sequencing of asset tokenization (short-, medium-, and long-term).<br> Priority jurisdiction(s) for piloting the first token issuance.<br> Key milestones required regulatory approvals, and estimated timelines.<br> Guidance on platform selection criteria (permissioned vs.<br> public blockchain and applicable technology standards).<br> Recommended legal documentation, including term sheets, smart contract legal wrappers, and investor agreements.<br> Presentation of the roadmap and recommendations to IWMI, followed by the formal close-out of the assignment.<br> DELIVERABLES: Inception Workshop and Presentation Draft - Includes an introduction to tokenization, its benefits, and how it can be applied within Nature-Based Solutions (NBS), as well as the proposed work plan, methodology, and stakeholder engagement plan for the assignment.<br> Overall Regulatory Landscape Assessment Report (Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine) - A comprehensive assessment of the legal and regulatory landscape governing digital assets and tokenization in the three target countries.<br> Asset Analysis and Legal Structuring Options Report - A report analyzing each asset class, the asset selection criteria, and the legal structuring options for each asset class, followed by a brief presentation of the findings.<br> Business Model and Compliance Framework - Development of the tokenization business model, compliance framework, and risk register, followed by a brief presentation of the findings.<br> Tokenization Roadmap and Recommendations Report - A comprehensive implementation roadmap and recommendations report, followed by a close-out presentation.<br> This is an internationally recruited consultancy position, therefore individuals with relevant qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply.<br> The contract duration is five and a half (05.<br>5) months. HOW TO APPLY: Apply for the position by following the application instructions at www.<br>iwmi.org/jobs. Applications will be accepted until 24:00 IST on August 17, 2026 , and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.<br> Your application must include the following: Technical Proposal: A description of the proposed methodology, approach, and work plan (maximum of 5 pages).<br> Company Profile / Individual Curriculum Vitae (CV): Demonstrating relevant experience, expertise, and qualifications.<br> Examples of Relevant Prior Work: At least two samples of comparable assignments (e.<br>g., legal assessments, regulatory analyses, or digital asset advisory reports).<br> Financial Proposal: An itemized budget or daily consultancy rate, inclusive of all fees and expenses.<br> References: Contact details of at least two clients for whom comparable assignments have been completed recently.<br> Receipt of all applications will be acknowledged; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.<br> IWMI believes that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical to our mission .<br> We offer a multicultural, multicolored, multigenerational, and multidisciplinary working environment.<br> We are committed to building an inclusive organization that reflects our global character and prioritizes gender equity.<br> We therefore strongly encourage applications from individuals of all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, and gender identities .<br> MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Essential: Advanced degree in Law, with specialization in financial law, capital markets, or technology.<br> Minimum 7 years of professional experience in legal advisory, with demonstrable focus on financial instruments, securities law, or emerging digital asset regulation.<br> Proven experience advising digital asset issuance, tokenization, or blockchain-related legal structures.<br> Direct experience with regulatory frameworks in at least two of the three target countries: Jordan, Egypt, and Palestine.<br> Strong understanding of MENA financial regulatory environments, including securities regulators, central bank digital currency (CBDC) developments, and fintech legislation.<br> Fluency in English; Arabic language proficiency is a strong advantage.<br> Desirable: Experience with impact finance, green bonds, or nature-based solution financing instruments.<br> Familiarity with international digital asset standards (FATF guidance, MiCA, IOSCO frameworks) and their applicability to MENA jurisdictions.<br> Established networks with relevant regulatory authorities in Jordan, Egypt, and/or Palestine.<br> Prior work with international development organizations, NGOs, or donor-funded programmes.<br></span> </div>

<p><h4>Technology resilience tech lead, Cairo, Egypt</h4> <p>Connect to your career at Deloitte</p> <p>Deloitte, established globally in 1845, is the world’s largest and leading professional services firm, providing Audit & Assurance, Tax & Legal, and Consulting and related services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries. Present in more than 150 countries, Deloitte is distinct in its ability to help clients solve their most complex problems, from strategy to implementation.</p> <p>Deloitte Innovation Hub (DIH) is a strategic initiative to support our ambition to become the leading business transformation partner of choice for our clients and to expand and scale our delivery footprint across EMEA. With access to a scaled, diverse, highly skilled, motivated, and engaged workforce, DIH is delivering complex technical solutions for clients’ most complex business problems, across portfolios that include ‘Strategy & Transactions’, ‘Customer’, ‘Engineering, AI & Data’, ‘Enterprise, Technology & Performance’ and ‘Cyber’. DIH is aiming to become the destination for top talents in Egypt for a long, exciting career.</p> <p>We invest in outstanding people of diverse talents and backgrounds and empower them to achieve more than they could elsewhere. Our work combines advice with action and integrity. We believe that when our clients and society are stronger, so are we. Our organization has grown in scale and diversity, providing services across the region, with our shared culture remaining the same. We aim to help clients realize their ambitions, make a positive difference in society, and maximize the success of our people. This drive fuels the commitment and humanity that run deep through our every action.</p> <h4>Connect to your opportunity</h4> <p>Imagine guiding clients so they can keep core services running even when a cyber-attack, flood, or regional blackout strikes. At Deloitte, our Technology Resilience practice turns that vision into reality through resilience thinking. You will help organizations decide what absolutely must survive, test the strength of their datacenters and clouds, and shape next-generation safeguards that stand up to the worst-case scenario. Your recommendations reach boardrooms, influence capital spend, and protect critical national infrastructure.</p> <h4>Outcomes you will drive:</h4> <ul> <li>Define and assess a client’s Minimum Viable Company (MVC) identifying the core capabilities, systems, and dependencies required to sustain operations during disruption.</li> <li>Lead Technology Impact Analyses (TIA) to map the relationships between business services, applications, infrastructure, and third-party providers, and understand the operational consequences of their failure.</li> <li>Evaluate data centers, cloud environments, and network architecture from a resilience and recoverability perspective identifying single points of failure, weak failover strategies, or latency risks.</li> <li>Design and recommend modern resilience solutions, including immutable backups, data vaulting, tiered recovery architecture, cloud-native resilience models, and chaos engineering practices.</li> <li>Conduct resilience risk assessments across IT environments helping clients identify exposure to cyber events, operational errors, or infrastructure failure, and advising on mitigation strategies.</li> <li>Perform resilience posture assessments using Deloitte’s proprietary frameworks and help clients benchmark against industry standards such as ISO 22301, DORA, NIST, and NIS2.</li> <li>Translate resilience requirements into tangible recovery capabilities such as defining Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs), Recovery Point Objectives (RPOs), and testing protocols for critical services.</li> <li>Develop and implement resilience roadmaps that prioritize quick wins and long-term transformation balancing compliance, technical feasibility, and business expectations.</li> <li>Facilitate scenario-based simulations and tabletop exercises to validate readiness across business and IT stakeholders and refine response protocols based on real-world dynamics.</li> <li>Work cross-functionally with cyber, cloud, infrastructure, and risk teams to embed resilience into transformation programs, ensuring it’s considered from the start not after deployment.</li> <li>Support clients in meeting regulatory expectations around operational resilience, including guidance for financial services, energy, and other critical infrastructure sectors.</li> <li>Provide professional guidance or leadership to other junior resources within the Cyber team.</li> <li>Contribute to the development of Deloitte’s resilience offerings, methodologies, and tools helping to shape how we go to market and deliver impact at scale.</li> </ul> <h4>Connect to your skills and professional experience</h4> <p>You’ll thrive in this role if you value collaboration over control, impact over ego, and outcomes over activity. We’ll support your growth, give you the autonomy to shape your work, and the trust to drive change where it matters. If you bring your best, we’ll help you do your boldest.</p> <h4>Essentials</h4> <p>These are the core capabilities and experiences needed to be successful in this role:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in technology related field</li> <li>Minimum 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, network architecture, compute, cloud, and disaster recovery</li> <li>Proven experience in leading and coaching junior resources within the technical field</li> <li>Strong understanding of technology resilience concepts, including recovery architecture, IT continuity, backup strategies, and failover design</li> <li>Demonstrated experience conducting Technology Impact Analysis (TIA) or similar exercises to assess critical IT dependencies</li> <li>Proven ability to evaluate data centers, hybrid/cloud infrastructure, and application landscapes through a resilience lens</li> <li>Hands-on exposure to modern resilience solutions, such as immutable backups, cyber vaults, DR-as-a-Service (DRaaS), or cloud-native recovery approaches</li> <li>Experience performing resilience posture assessments and advising on improvements using industry-aligned frameworks (e.g., ISO 22301, DORA, NIST, COBIT)</li> <li>Ability to translate technical risks into business impact terms and communicate recommendations clearly to non-technical stakeholders</li> <li>Demonstrated involvement in developing or supporting resilience strategies, roadmaps, or implementation plans for enterprise clients</li> <li>Knowledge of regulatory expectations around technology resilience, especially within sectors like financial services, energy, or government</li> </ul> <h4>Desirables</h4> <p>These are capabilities that would add complementary value to the team, but can also be developed on the job:</p> <ul> <li>Familiarity with business continuity, crisis management, or operational resilience frameworks beyond IT-specific areas</li> <li>Experience supporting or running tabletop exercises, technical simulations, or chaos engineering experiments</li> <li>Knowledge of cloud resilience architectures (e.g., multi-AZ/multi-region failover, backup/restore in AWS/Azure/GCP)</li> <li>Understanding of cyber-resilience intersections, such as ransomware preparedness, zero-trust recovery, or secure-by-design principles</li> <li>Exposure to emerging technology risk (e.g., AI model resilience, edge computing, or OT/ICS environments)</li> <li>Professional certifications such as ISO 22301 Lead Auditor/Implementer, CBCI, AWS/Azure cloud certs, or DORA/operational resilience credentials</li> </ul> <h4>Connect to your business – Technology & Transformation</h4> <p>Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, and collaborative working. That’s what connects us. That’s what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest challenges around, join us. Together, we’ll make an impact that matters.</p> <h4>Personal independence</h4> <p>Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to several audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints. This can mean that you and your immediate family members are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm. The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process.</p> <h4>Connect with your colleagues</h4> <p>Location: Cairo, Egypt</p> <p>“What attracted me to Deloitte were the endless opportunities and the collective experience of other like-minded individuals. Deloitte’s clients include many of the world’s largest organizations; I wanted to be part of a team that made a difference that I could be proud of.” - Dan, Technology & Transformation</p> <p>“Everyone always says ‘it’s the people,’ and that’s true. Working for a brand you feel proud of feels pretty good too. And you don’t have any stress about fitting into a particular stereotype, because there are so many different types of people in Deloitte Digital.” – Gillian, Technology & Transformation</p> <h4>Our commitment to you</h4> <p>Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So, we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.</p> <p>We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective, and personality. So, we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.</p> <p>Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.</p> <h4>Connect to your next step</h4> <p>A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.</p></p><p></p>

Sika is a speciality chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector towards greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.<br><br><br><br>Job Description<br><br>Job Purpose<br><br>The Shift Manager is responsible for leading and controlling all production activities during the assigned shift, ensuring that operations are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the approved production plan, Sika standards, and customer requirements.<br><br>The role ensures effective deployment of people, equipment, and materials; achievement of safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery targets; and timely escalation of significant operational issues. The Shift Manager acts as the primary operational point of responsibility during the assigned shift within the defined level of authority.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Shift Operations and Production Control<br><br>Plan, coordinate, and supervise all production activities during the assigned shift in accordance with the approved production schedule. Ensure achievement of shift targets relating to output, quality, yield, productivity, cost, and on-time completion. Allocate employees, equipment, materials, and other resources effectively across production lines. Monitor production progress throughout the shift and take timely action to address deviations, bottlenecks, or operational disruptions. Ensure that production processes are conducted in accordance with approved work instructions, formulations, specifications, and standard operating procedures. Coordinate product changeovers, line start-ups, shutdowns, cleaning activities, and other shift-related operational requirements. Ensure the proper use of raw materials, packaging materials, production equipment, and utilities. Act as the primary operational decision-maker during the shift within the established authority and escalation framework. Health, Safety, and Environment<br><br>Demonstrate visible safety leadership and ensure full compliance with Sika HSE requirements and applicable legal regulations. Conduct shift safety briefings and ensure that employees understand the relevant hazards, controls, and safe working procedures. Ensure the correct use of personal protective equipment and adherence to site safety rules. Stop any unsafe activity immediately and ensure that appropriate corrective action is taken before work resumes. Identify, report, and escalate unsafe conditions, near misses, environmental concerns, and incidents. Support incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Ensure that emergency procedures are understood and followed by all shift employees. Maintain safe and environmentally responsible operations, including proper waste handling and spill prevention. Quality Management<br><br>Ensure that all products manufactured during the shift comply with approved Sika specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements. Verify that required in-process checks, sampling, testing, and production documentation are completed correctly. Coordinate with the Quality team regarding nonconforming products, process deviations, and quality concerns. Stop or hold production when quality requirements are not met, in accordance with the approved escalation and authorization process. Support investigations into quality deviations and customer complaints and ensure implementation of agreed corrective actions. Ensure that nonconforming materials and products are properly identified, segregated, and controlled. Performance Monitoring and Reporting<br><br>Monitor and report shift performance against established KPIs, including:Safety performance Production output Schedule adherence Yield and material consumption Productivity and efficiency Equipment downtime Waste and production losses Product quality and process deviations Investigate performance gaps and implement immediate containment or corrective actions within the assigned authority. Maintain accurate production logs, shift reports, downtime records, material consumption records, and incident reports. Escalate significant safety, quality, maintenance, staffing, or production issues to the relevant manager in a timely manner. Ensure that all data entered into SAP or other production systems is complete, accurate, and submitted on time. Team Leadership and Workforce Management<br><br>Lead, supervise, and support the shift team, including operators, technicians, helpers, and other assigned employees. Assign responsibilities and communicate clear performance expectations at the beginning of each shift. Monitor employee attendance, punctuality, breaks, overtime, workplace conduct, and compliance with company procedures. Ensure appropriate staffing levels and coordinate any urgent staffing requirements with Production Management and HR. Provide on-the-job guidance, coaching, and feedback to shift employees. Identify training and development needs and communicate them to the relevant manager. Support employee performance management and disciplinary processes in coordination with Production Management and HR. Promote teamwork, accountability, respect, and effective communication among shift employees. Equipment and Maintenance Coordination<br><br>Monitor equipment condition and operational reliability throughout the shift. Ensure that operators complete required equipment inspections and basic autonomous maintenance activities. Report breakdowns, abnormalities, and equipment risks to the Maintenance team without delay. Coordinate with Maintenance to prioritize interventions and minimize production downtime. Ensure that equipment is safely isolated and released for maintenance in accordance with applicable procedures. Verify that equipment is safe and operationally ready before production resumes. Record equipment downtime, causes, actions taken, and operational impact accurately. Shift Handover and Communication<br><br>Conduct structured shift-start briefings covering production priorities, safety requirements, quality concerns, staffing, and equipment status. Complete a clear and comprehensive handover to the incoming Shift Manager or Supervisor. Ensure that handovers include production status, pending orders, equipment conditions, quality issues, safety concerns, staffing matters, and required follow-up actions. Communicate relevant shift information to Production Management and other supporting departments. Attend operational meetings and contribute accurate information regarding shift performance and challenges. Workplace Organization and Continuous Improvement<br><br>Ensure that production and supporting areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and organized condition. Lead implementation and sustainability of 5S standards within the assigned shift and production areas. Ensure compliance with approved standard operating procedures and visual management requirements. Identify and propose opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, workflow, resource utilization, and cost efficiency. Participate in continuous improvement activities, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving initiatives. Encourage shift employees to report problems and contribute practical improvement ideas. Compliance and Audit Readiness<br><br>Ensure compliance with Sika policies, plant procedures, management systems, and applicable legal requirements during the shift. Maintain accurate and traceable shift documentation and operational records. Support internal, external, customer, certification, and regulatory audits. Ensure timely closure of assigned corrective actions and audit findings. Immediately escalate any significant noncompliance or operational risk through the appropriate management channels. Key Performance Indicators<br><br>Performance may be measured against the following indicators:<br><br>Shift HSE performance and safety compliance Production output versus plan Schedule adherence Product quality and right-first-time results Yield and material usage variance Labor productivity and shift efficiency Waste, rework, and production losses Equipment downtime and response time Compliance with standard operating procedures Accuracy and timeliness of shift reports5S and workplace organization results Attendance and overtime management Completion of corrective and improvement actions<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Qualifications and Experience<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Production, or another relevant Engineering discipline. A relevant technical diploma may be considered where supported by substantial and directly relevant manufacturing experience. Typically, 3–7 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment. At least 1–2 years of experience leading a production shift, line, or operational team. Experience in chemicals, construction materials, cementitious products, admixtures, coatings, or a comparable process-manufacturing industry is preferred. Demonstrated ability to achieve production, quality, and delivery targets in a demanding manufacturing environment. Practical experience coordinating with Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, and HSE functions. Experience working in a structured manufacturing environment with documented procedures and performance indicators. Technical Knowledge<br><br>Good understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning, and shop-floor operations. Working knowledge of production quality controls and nonconforming-product management. Good awareness of occupational health, safety, and environmental requirements in a manufacturing environment. Basic understanding of equipment operation, breakdown identification, and maintenance coordination. Ability to monitor and interpret production KPIs, including output, efficiency, yield, waste, and downtime. Working knowledge of ERP or production management systems, preferably SAP or an equivalent system. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook. Knowledge of 5S, Lean Manufacturing, root-cause analysis, or other continuous improvement methods is preferred. Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements is an advantage. Leadership Competencies<br><br>Strong shop-floor leadership and the ability to motivate, guide, and hold employees accountable. Ability to make timely, fact-based decisions within the assigned level of authority. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain effective under operational pressure. Effective planning, prioritization, and resource-allocation skills. Clear communication and effective shift-handover capabilities. Ability to coordinate effectively with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and HSE teams. High level of responsibility, integrity, discipline, and reliability. Strong commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Good written and spoken Arabic and English. Other Requirements<br><br>Willingness and ability to work on a rotating-shift schedule, including night shifts, weekends, and public holidays, according to plant operational requirements. Ability to respond appropriately to urgent production, safety, quality, staffing, and equipment-related matters during the assigned shift. Ability to work in an active manufacturing environment and comply with all applicable site safety and personal protective equipment requirements. <br><br>Additional Information<br><br>We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.<br><br>We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <br>Company Description<br><br><p><strong>About AbbVie</strong></p><br><p>AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at&nbsp;www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on&nbsp;LinkedIn,&nbsp;Facebook,&nbsp;Instagram,&nbsp;X&nbsp;and&nbsp;YouTube.</p><br><br>Job Description<br><br><p>The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Director for the Plastics &amp; Regenerative Medicine team is a "player-coach" role responsible for providing leadership, strategic direction, and day-to-day operational management of a 6-person MSL team, while simultaneously maintaining an active field presence as the primary MSL for a small, dedicated territory (exact geography TBD). In the leadership capacity, this individual is accountable for ensuring the team is adequately staffed (according to local needs), trained (therapeutic and functional), and clear on the expectations of their role in the execution of the medical plans. They are accountable for ensuring MSL stakeholder engagement plans are robust, focus on understanding the stakeholder's scientific needs, and align to Brand strategy and medical objectives. They are also responsible for the execution of all MSL activities and ensuring MSLs' scientific engagements with external experts (EEs)/Health Care Professionals (HCPs) are of high scientific quality and appropriately coordinated with other in-field team members to ensure a seamless approach to best meet stakeholder needs.</p><br><p>In the player capacity, the MSL Director serves as the primary MSL for a designated territory, maintaining active engagement with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and HCPs in that region to stay close to the science, customer needs, and evolving market dynamics within Plastics &amp; Regenerative Medicine. This dual mandate ensures that the Director leads by example and retains first-hand clinical insight that strengthens their ability to coach the broader team.</p><br><p>The MSL Director establishes a productive work environment by creating trust and respect within the 6-person MSL team; provides regular coaching and feedback to direct reports based on field observation, co-rides, and feedback from other in-field teams; and executes performance management activities including MSL professional growth and development plans. The Director also interfaces and aligns with other members of the Affiliate Medical team and must work collaboratively with numerous cross-functional stakeholders to ensure all in-field teams are working together to provide a coordinated approach to best execute strategies and plans.</p><br><p>Responsibilities</p><br><ul><li>Ensuring development and implementation of scientific interaction plans for the Plastics &amp; Regenerative Medicine therapeutic area for both on-market products and pipeline products in a timely manner. Provides field scientific support across the lifecycle of a product including both planning and execution by the MSL team and conducts ongoing analysis of clinical and market trends to develop key supporting strategies to meet business objectives.</li><li>Proactively participate in Brand Team Meetings ensuring the field medical voice is present to help with plans, communication, monitoring and reporting of MSL metrics and bringing MSL data points and observations into the discussion to help with development of insights for action plans. Ensure MSLs are fully utilizing technology (e.g., CRM, virtual engagement tools, P2P platforms) according to requirements and guidance provided.</li><li>Proactively analyzes business needs working in conjunction with the Infield team and the Brand Team (if applicable) to identify opportunities where MSL function enhances business results.</li><li>Manage performance of the 6-person MSL team to ensure activities are appropriately aligned to Brand and Medical strategies and plans, while ensuring compliance with all national, local guidelines, and company policies and procedures.</li><li>Provide expertise and feedback to coach MSLs in their most important activities (including engagement planning, ensuring that EE/HCP interactions are of high quality in scientific content and interaction approach (Challenger) and scientific storytelling, clinical study engagement activities, responding to medical information enquiries, capturing and reporting of data points and observations, coordination of activities with other in field teams). This includes setting of objectives and regular performance reviews.</li><li>Monitor the overall MSL team activities/workload and plan appropriately for resource needs-based product lifecycle and therapeutic area needs.</li><li>Maintains proactive and appropriate communication within the broader affiliate Medical Team and Brand Team for therapeutic area/product as it relates to MSL activities/outcomes that support the achievement of business objectives.</li><li>Conduct regular field co-rides and 1:1s with all direct reports, using an appropriate combination of direction, support, coaching, and constructive challenge to enable direct reports to fulfill their role requirements, achieve their goals, and continually develop. Field co-rides should include direct observation of scientific exchanges, OR-based interactions, and KOL engagement visits where relevant.</li><li>Ensure coordination between MSLs and other members of the in-field teams to ensure integration of medical activities with in- field plans.</li><li>Drive recruitment activities for new or replacement positions; ensure on-boarding and training of new MSLs within the therapeutic area team.</li><li>Ensure appropriate scientific support and training is provided to the internal stakeholders (i.e. sales training).</li><li>In-field team leaders regularly participate in team meetings and contributing to development of plans and monitoring of progress on such plans (mainly related to Field Medical role).</li><li>Highlighting FM value to the business by communicating MSL achievements and metrics with appropriate affiliate roles.</li><li>Drive field readiness across the team, ensuring MSLs have the scientific training, tools, and resources they need to excel in their roles, including management and maintenance of Operating Room (OR) certifications for team members. Proactively identify gaps and escalate to appropriate responsible parties to ensure rapid resolution. Oversee operational logistics including MSL tool management and vendor contracting as required.</li><li>Keeping up to date in therapeutic area, scientific narratives and main study data (at appropriate level) to ensure ability to coach MSL on scientific content of presentations.</li><li>Responsible for overall financial and administrative management for the MSL team, including timely review and approval of MSL expense reports to ensure compliance with company policy. Manages day-to-day administrative team duties and operational logistics to ensure smooth team functioning.</li><li>Serve as the primary MSL for a small, designated territory (exact geography TBD), maintaining active KOL and HCP engagement in that region to provide direct scientific value, stay current with evolving market dynamics, and model best-in-class field engagement practices for the broader team.</li></ul><p><strong><u>INTERNAL / EXTERNAL CONTACTS AND INTERACTIONS:</u></strong></p><br><ul><li>Affiliate medical personnel: Clinical Research Manager, Clinical Operations Manager, Medical Managers/Advisers; Medical Information team / specialists; affiliate pharmacovigilance / drug safety personnel</li><li>Marketing and Sales (including district sales manager, and national sale managers) for assigned product and therapeutic area; Market access teams; Affiliate Brand teams, and Customer Excellence.</li><li>Affiliate Government Affairs; Affiliate Public Affairs; Regulatory Affairs; Legal; OEC.</li><li>Local Medical Information; Pharmacovigilance.</li><li>Library Information Resources.</li><li>Regionally and HQ based Therapeutic Area medical affairs teams.</li><li>Area/Regional commercial Staff / Brand Team members</li><li>Area Medical Affairs teams</li><li>Project/Medical Directors and Clinical Teams within Pharmaceutical Development and Global Medical Affairs.</li><li>Healthcare personnel (including physicians, nurses, pharmacists).</li><li>Participating Research Investigators; thought leaders/external experts.</li><li>Institutions and Scientific or Medical Societies.</li><li>Hospitals, other healthcare providers, payers and Local Regulatory Authorities.</li></ul><p><strong><u>AUTHORITY AND REPORTING LINES:</u></strong></p><br><ul><li>This position reports into the TA Lead.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong><u>LOCATION:</u></strong></p><br><ul><li>The MSL Director is field based.</li></ul><br>Qualifications<br><br><ul><li>Advanced degree in health sciences or clinical discipline required. Preferred: Doctorate level degree (i.e. Pharm D, MD/DO, PhD).</li><li>Solid knowledge of the pharmaceutical environment and the role of Medical Affairs in contributing to the medical and scientific objectives.</li><li>A minimum of 5 years clinical, scientific/research, or pharma industry related experience or equivalent with at least 2 of those years as an MSL.</li><li>Prior line management experience of a field-based MSL team strongly preferred; experience as a player-coach or working manager is a distinct advantage.</li><li>Excellent written and spoken communication and presentation skills (local language and English preferred).</li><li>Proven success in managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li><li>Proven ability to work collaboratively cross functionally.</li><li>Experience managing and resolving challenging personnel issues.</li><li>Ability to travel regularly (approximately 50–60%) to support both direct territory KOL engagement and team co-rides/coaching activities across the 6-person MSL team's geography.</li></ul><p>Experience with OR/surgical suite environments and familiarity with credentialing and OR certification processes strongly preferred, given the Plastics &amp; Regenerative Medicine therapeutic focus.</p><br><p>Demonstrated ability to manage operational and administrative responsibilities (e.g., expense approvals, vendor contracting, tool and resource management) alongside active field engagement duties.</p><br><br>Additional Information<br><br><p>Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or&nbsp;local law:&nbsp;​</p><br><ul><li><p>The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company&nbsp;believes in&nbsp;good faith it will pay for this role at the time&nbsp;of this posting based on the job grade for this position.&nbsp;Individual&nbsp;compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and&nbsp;we&nbsp;may&nbsp;ultimately&nbsp;pay&nbsp;more or less than the posted range. This range may be&nbsp;modified&nbsp;in the&nbsp;future.&nbsp;​</p><br></li><li><p>We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),&nbsp;medical/dental/vision&nbsp;insurance and 401(k) to eligible&nbsp;employees.​</p><br></li><li><p>This job is eligible to&nbsp;participate&nbsp;in our long-term incentive&nbsp;programs.&nbsp;​</p><br></li></ul><p>Note: No amount of pay&nbsp;is considered to be&nbsp;wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and&nbsp;determinable.&nbsp;The amount and availability of any bonus,&nbsp;commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of&nbsp;compensation and benefits&nbsp;that are allocable to a particular employee&nbsp;remains&nbsp;in the Company's sole and&nbsp;absolute&nbsp;discretion unless and until paid and&nbsp;may be&nbsp;modified&nbsp;at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with&nbsp;applicable law.</p><br><p>AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.&nbsp;</p><br><p>US &amp; Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit&nbsp;https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html</p><br><p>US &amp; Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:</p><br><p>https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html</p><br> </div>