Academic Staff in Kuwait

<p><h4>Principal accountabilities</h4> <p>Typical duties include the following, although specific duties vary by assignment or contract.</p> <ul> <li>Supervises the total construction effort to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with the design, budget and schedule.</li> <li>Ensures construction adheres to construction specifications.</li> <li>Reads, interprets, and deciphers all construction documents (schedules, specifications, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, etc.). Provides technical assistance and interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment as required.</li> <li>Logs, references, distributes, and files all related correspondence, drawings, and documents.</li> <li>Plans, coordinates, and supervises on-site functions (scheduling, material control, and day-to-day direction of on-site administrative staff, when assigned).</li> <li>Ensures all project staff and subcontractors employed to execute engineering-construction tasks conform to applicable work rules and SOPs for security, safety, environmental controls, hazardous materials and underground utilities.</li> <li>Visits construction sites and submits required construction reports to monitor progress against schedule/timelines.</li> <li>Cooperates with visiting government and DI personnel conducting official inspection visits and surveys and participates in their briefing or orientation.</li> <li>Provides leadership, mentoring, and professional development to assigned staff.</li> <li>Manages the work of teams to procure and construct work.</li> <li>Leads, manages and mentors the assigned technical and professional staff responsible for the facilities construction from contract development through construction completion.</li> <li>Attends meetings as required including design and construction reviews and construction kickoff meetings.</li> <li>Performs other qualified duties as assigned.</li> </ul> <h4>Knowledge & skills</h4> <ul> <li>Knowledge of cost controls, contractual and project management of international construction projects.</li> <li>Shall also be versed in the International Building Code, NFPA Fire Codes and the NEC in addition to general construction practices.</li> <li>Knowledge of construction materials, processes, techniques, and methods.</li> <li>Thorough knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) and related federal and state legislation and regulations.</li> <li>Knowledge of Service Contract Act and Truth in Negotiations Act.</li> <li>Knowledge of international business management and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) if required for contract.</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).</li> <li>Knowledge of accounting practices including DynCorp’s disclosed accounting practices.</li> <li>Effective leadership and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Requires a thorough knowledge of practices, standards, and regulations as they apply to the design and construction of the regional camps forward operating bases, and major civil projects.</li> <li>Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.</li> <li>Able to use project and construction management planning and reporting tools such as Microsoft Project and Primavera.</li> </ul> <h4>Experience & education</h4> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent.</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction technology, or construction management (preferred).</li> <li>Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance; note US citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.</li> <li>Minimum seven (7) years of construction field experience in all phases of civil and building construction or a two (2) year associate degree in construction management or related field and five (5) years of field experience.</li> <li>Experience with mechanical projects (HVAC, plumbing) and electrical projects.</li> <li>Experience in civil/structural projects and hold an American Concrete Institute (ACI) concrete testing certification.</li> <li>Construction inspector shall also be versed in the International Building Code (IBC), NFPA Fire Codes, British Standard (BS) Electrical Code, and the National Electric Code (NEC) in addition to general construction practices.</li> <li>Must be able to read, interpret, and decipher all construction documents (schedules, specifications, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and related documents); analyze procedures to identify deficiencies, review time/cost estimates, monitor project phasing and ensure adherence to approved safety standards, observe and inspect ongoing construction work, oversee construction record keeping activities, recommend payments to contractors, recommend change orders, review proposed change orders submitted by construction contractors, prepare and submit reports, and keep a daily log of all activities, weather conditions and work quantities.</li> <li>An EIT or professional certification/project management certification is desired.</li> <li>Additional knowledge/skills may be required by contract or assignment.</li> </ul> <h4>Physical requirements/working environment</h4> <ul> <li>Works in a normal office environment with controlled temperature and lighting conditions.</li> <li>May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.</li> </ul> <h4>Other responsibilities</h4> <p><strong>Safety</strong> - Enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.</p> <p><strong>Quality</strong> - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the quality policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable quality system documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her quality management and customer satisfaction responsibilities.</p> <p><strong>Procedure compliance</strong> - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.</p></p><p></p>

<p><h4>Job summary</h4> <p>Accountable for overall success of the daily kitchen operations. Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff and managing all food related functions. Works to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget. Supervises all kitchen areas to ensure a consistent, high quality product is produced. Responsible for guiding and developing staff including direct reports. Must ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved.</p> <br> <h4>Candidate profile</h4> <br> <h4>Education and experience</h4> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.</li> <li>Or 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.</li> </ul> <br> <h4>Core work activities</h4> <br> <h4>Ensuring culinary standards and responsibilities are met</h4> <ul> <li>Manages kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with all food & beverage policies, standards and procedures.</li> <li>Estimates daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicates production needs to kitchen personnel daily.</li> <li>Assists executive chef with all kitchen operations and preparation.</li> <li>Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.</li> <li>Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.</li> <li>Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.</li> <li>Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.</li> <li>Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.</li> <li>Performs all duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary.</li> <li>Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor.</li> <li>Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.</li> <li>Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products.</li> <li>Operates and maintains all department equipment and reports malfunctions.</li> <li>Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.</li> </ul> <br> <h4>Leading kitchen operations</h4> <ul> <li>Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.</li> <li>Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.</li> <li>Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.</li> <li>Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.</li> <li>Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.</li> <li>Maintains the productivity level of employees.</li> <li>Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.</li> <li>Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.</li> <li>Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.</li> <li>Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.</li> <li>Recognizes success performance and produces desired results.</li> </ul> <br> <h4>Ensuring exceptional customer service</h4> <ul> <li>Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.</li> <li>Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.</li> <li>Sets a positive example for guest relations.</li> <li>Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.</li> <li>Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.</li> <li>Handles guest problems and complaints.</li> </ul> <br> <h4>Maintaining culinary goals</h4> <ul> <li>Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.</li> <li>Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.</li> <li>Utilizes the labor management system to effectively schedule to business demands and for tracking of employee time and attendance.</li> <li>Trains employees in safety procedures.</li> </ul> <br> <h4>Managing and conducting human resource activities</h4> <ul> <li>Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.</li> <li>Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.</li> <li>Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.</li> <li>Brings issues to the attention of the department manager and human resources as necessary.</li> </ul> <br> <h4>Additional responsibilities</h4> <ul> <li>Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, or in person.</li> <li>Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.</li> <li>Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.</li> </ul> <br> <p>At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.</p> <p>At Courtyard, we’re passionate about better serving the needs of travelers everywhere. It’s what inspired us to create the first hotel designed specifically for business travelers, and it’s why the Courtyard experience today empowers our guests, no matter the purpose of their trip. We’re looking for achievers who are passionate about providing a guest experience that goes above and beyond, enjoy being part of a small yet ambitious team, and love learning how to always improve – all while having fun.</p> <p>In joining Courtyard, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.</p></p><p></p>

<p><h4>Job summary</h4> <p>Employee will be part of the deployment pool and will be required to support deployments to various CONUS/OCONUS locations, as required. This position will require the member to be flexible in the support of assigned deployment/work schedules.</p> <p>Employee will assemble, disassemble, renovate, transport, load, deactivate, modify, destroy, and handle munitions including missiles, precision, and gravity bombs. Work on the installation, configuration changes, modification, repair and adjustment of aircraft armament systems and components. Perform maintenance modifications, destruction, and demilitarization of ammunition and explosive components. Operate computer hardware and software utilities and manual records in order to perform stock control and accounting procedures. Inspect bomb release systems and missile launchers to determine need for repair or destruction in support of Reaper Series RPA maintenance.</p> <p>Additionally, employee may conduct inspection, maintenance, and storage of munitions and support equipment. Support weapons loading and armament systems and related matters. Support quality assurance, compliance, continuity, and standardization of munitions programs. Attend weapons safety course, load certification and related activities. Provide technical inputs to managers in matters of weapons management, inventory, and maintenance, loading, and armament systems. Assist with availability and serviceability of munitions to support emerging customer requirements.</p> <p>USAF equivalent position is Munitions/Weapons Technician Apprentice.</p> <h4>Essential responsibilities:</h4> <ul> <li>Perform basic work in the installation, configuration changes, modification, repair and adjustment of aircraft armament systems and components.</li> <li>Perform basic maintenance modification, destruction and demilitarization on ammunition and explosive components.</li> <li>Operate basic computer hardware and software/utilities and manual records in order to perform stock control and accounting procedures.</li> <li>Inspect bomb release systems and missile launchers to determine need for repair or destruction.</li> <li>Assist in management of all inspection, maintenance, and storage of munitions and support equipment.</li> <li>Support quality assurance, compliance, continuity, and standardization of munitions programs.</li> <li>Provide technical inputs to management in matters of weapons management, inventory, maintenance, loading, and armament systems.</li> <li>Maintain weapons certification and currency.</li> <li>Assist with availability and serviceability of munitions to support and meet customer requirements.</li> <li>Perform all other duties as assigned or requested.</li> </ul> <h4>Minimum requirements:</h4> <ul> <li>Must have high school diploma or have completed relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.</li> <li>Minimum of one year of actual aircraft munitions/weapons maintenance experience required.</li> <li>Completed USAF Munitions/Weapons Tech School or DoD equivalent.</li> <li>Must possess basic knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft maintenance.</li> <li>Must be able to perform increment monitor duties to include but not limited to equipment/cargo preparation, documentation, pallet build-up, and hazardous cargo.</li> <li>Must be able to inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.</li> <li>Must achieve a passing grade in all required courses/certifications for continued employment, as needed.</li> <li>Employee must meet all OCONUS deployment criteria, to include pre-deployment medical screening, as a condition of employment.</li> <li>Must be able to deploy to forward locations (other countries) as directed by the government.</li> <li>Must be able to lift, carry and/or wear military issued equipment in excess of 50 pounds for extended periods.</li> <li>Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.</li> <li>Must have had an active secret US government clearance within the last 12 months. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a secret clearance.</li> <li>Must be able to maintain required DoD security clearance commensurate with the assigned duties during employment.</li> <li>Must submit updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date.</li> <li>Must have current/active state issued driver’s license.</li> <li>Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid flight-line government driver’s license.</li> <li>Must have valid U.S. passport with a minimum of two years remaining with at least two facing pairs (four total) of blank visa pages.</li> <li>Must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated with booster. Accommodations may be available under limited circumstances.</li> </ul> <h4>Preferred qualifications:</h4> <ul> <li>Associate degree in a relevant career field.</li> <li>RPA deployment experience.</li> <li>Prior experience as a defense contractor.</li> <li>Munitions/weapons experience within the last 10 years.</li> </ul></p><p></p>

<p><h4>Job summary</h4> <p>Employee will be part of the deployment pool and will be required to support deployments to various CONUS/OCONUS locations, as required. This position will require the member to be flexible in the support of assigned deployment/work schedules.</p> <p>Employee will assemble, disassemble, renovate, transport, load, deactivate, modify, destroy, and handle munitions including missiles, precision, and gravity bombs. Work on the installation, configuration changes, modification, repair and adjustment of aircraft armament systems and components. Perform maintenance modifications, destruction, and demilitarization of ammunition and explosive components. Operate computer hardware and software utilities and manual records in order to perform stock control and accounting procedures. Inspect bomb release systems and missile launchers to determine need for repair or destruction in support of Reaper Series RPA maintenance.</p> <p>Additionally, employee may conduct inspection, maintenance, and storage of munitions and support equipment. Support weapons loading and armament systems and related matters. Support quality assurance, compliance, continuity, and standardization of munitions programs. Attend weapons safety course, load certification and related activities. Provide technical inputs to managers in matters of weapons management, inventory, and maintenance, loading, and armament systems. Assist with availability and serviceability of munitions to support emerging customer requirements.</p> <p>USAF equivalent position is Munitions/Weapons Technician Apprentice.</p> <h4>Essential responsibilities:</h4> <ul> <li>Perform basic work in the installation, configuration changes, modification, repair and adjustment of aircraft armament systems and components.</li> <li>Perform basic maintenance modification, destruction and demilitarization on ammunition and explosive components.</li> <li>Operate basic computer hardware and software/utilities and manual records in order to perform stock control and accounting procedures.</li> <li>Inspect bomb release systems and missile launchers to determine need for repair or destruction.</li> <li>Assist in management of all inspection, maintenance, and storage of munitions and support equipment.</li> <li>Support quality assurance, compliance, continuity, and standardization of munitions programs.</li> <li>Provide technical inputs to management in matters of weapons management, inventory, maintenance, loading, and armament systems.</li> <li>Maintain weapons certification and currency.</li> <li>Assist with availability and serviceability of munitions to support and meet customer requirements.</li> <li>Perform all other duties as assigned or requested.</li> </ul> <h4>Minimum requirements:</h4> <ul> <li>Must have high school diploma or have completed relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.</li> <li>Minimum of one year of actual aircraft munitions/weapons maintenance experience required.</li> <li>Completed USAF Munitions/Weapons Tech School or DoD equivalent.</li> <li>Must possess basic knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft maintenance.</li> <li>Must be able to perform increment monitor duties to include but not limited to equipment/cargo preparation, documentation, pallet build-up, and hazardous cargo.</li> <li>Must be able to inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.</li> <li>Must achieve a passing grade in all required courses/certifications for continued employment, as needed.</li> <li>Employee must meet all OCONUS deployment criteria, to include pre-deployment medical screening, as a condition of employment.</li> <li>Must be able to deploy to forward locations (other countries) as directed by the government.</li> <li>Must be able to lift, carry and/or wear military issued equipment in excess of 50 pounds for extended periods.</li> <li>Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.</li> <li>Must have had an active secret US government clearance within the last 12 months. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a secret clearance.</li> <li>Must be able to maintain required DoD security clearance commensurate with the assigned duties during employment.</li> <li>Must submit updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date.</li> <li>Must have current/active state issued driver’s license.</li> <li>Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid flight-line government driver’s license.</li> <li>Must have valid U.S. passport with a minimum of two years remaining with at least two facing pairs (four total) of blank visa pages.</li> <li>Must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated with booster. Accommodations may be available under limited circumstances.</li> </ul> <h4>Preferred qualifications:</h4> <ul> <li>Associate degree in a relevant career field.</li> <li>RPA deployment experience.</li> <li>Prior experience as a defense contractor.</li> <li>Munitions/weapons experience within the last 10 years.</li> </ul></p><p></p>

<p><h4>Job description</h4> <p>Employee will be part of the deployment pool and will be required to support deployments to various CONUS/OCONUS locations, as required. This position will require the member to be flexible in the support of assigned deployment/work schedules.</p> <p>Employee will assemble, disassemble, renovate, transport, load, deactivate, modify, destroy, and handle munitions including missiles, precision, and gravity bombs. Work on the installation, configuration changes, modification, repair and adjustment of aircraft armament systems and components. Perform maintenance modifications, destruction, and demilitarization of ammunition and explosive components. Operate computer hardware and software utilities and manual records in order to perform stock control and accounting procedures. Inspect bomb release systems and missile launchers to determine need for repair or destruction in support of Reaper Series RPA maintenance.</p> <p>Additionally, employee may conduct inspection, maintenance, and storage of munitions and support equipment. Support weapons loading and armament systems and related matters. Support quality assurance, compliance, continuity, and standardization of munitions programs. Attend weapons safety course, load certification and related activities. Provide technical inputs to managers in matters of weapons management, inventory, and maintenance, loading, and armament systems. Assist with availability and serviceability of munitions to support emerging customer requirements.</p> <p>USAF equivalent position is Munitions/Weapons Technician Apprentice.</p> <h4>Essential responsibilities:</h4> <ul> <li>Perform basic work in the installation, configuration changes, modification, repair and adjustment of aircraft armament systems and components.</li> <li>Perform basic maintenance modification, destruction and demilitarization on ammunition and explosive components.</li> <li>Operate basic computer hardware and software/utilities and manual records in order to perform stock control and accounting procedures.</li> <li>Inspect bomb release systems and missile launchers to determine need for repair or destruction.</li> <li>Assist in management of all inspection, maintenance, and storage of munitions and support equipment.</li> <li>Support quality assurance, compliance, continuity, and standardization of munitions programs.</li> <li>Provide technical inputs to management in matters of weapons management, inventory, maintenance, loading, and armament systems.</li> <li>Maintain weapons certification and currency.</li> <li>Assist with availability and serviceability of munitions to support and meet customer requirements.</li> <li>Perform all other duties as assigned or requested.</li> </ul> <h4>Minimum requirements:</h4> <ul> <li>Must have high school diploma or have completed relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.</li> <li>Minimum of one year of actual aircraft munitions/weapons maintenance experience required.</li> <li>Completed USAF Munitions/Weapons Tech School or DoD equivalent.</li> <li>Must possess basic knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft maintenance.</li> <li>Must be able to perform increment monitor duties to include but not limited to equipment/cargo preparation, documentation, pallet build-up, and hazardous cargo.</li> <li>Must be able to inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.</li> <li>Must achieve a passing grade in all required courses/certifications for continued employment, as needed.</li> <li>Employee must meet all OCONUS deployment criteria, to include pre-deployment medical screening, as a condition of employment.</li> <li>Must be able to deploy to forward locations (other countries) as directed by the government.</li> <li>Must be able to lift, carry and/or wear military issued equipment in excess of 50 pounds for extended periods.</li> <li>Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.</li> <li>Must have had an active secret US government clearance within the last 12 months. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a secret clearance.</li> <li>Must be able to maintain required DoD security clearance commensurate with the assigned duties during employment.</li> <li>Must submit updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date.</li> <li>Must have current/active state issued driver’s license.</li> <li>Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid flight-line government driver’s license.</li> <li>Must have valid U.S. passport with a minimum of two years remaining with at least two facing pairs (four total) of blank visa pages.</li> <li>Must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated with booster. Accommodations may be available under limited circumstances.</li> </ul> <h4>Preferred qualifications:</h4> <ul> <li>Associate degree in a relevant career field.</li> <li>RPA deployment experience.</li> <li>Prior experience as a defense contractor.</li> <li>Munitions/weapons experience within the last 10 years.</li> </ul></p><p></p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Work Location<br>Kuwait, Part time, In person<br> Expected duration<br>3 Months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA also ensures a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response efforts. OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions. Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Humanitarian Affairs officer in OCHA’s Liaison Office in Kuwait, the Communications Intern will support related to humanitarian engagement with the Government of Kuwait and partners in country, as well as contribute to communications activities. This internship is based in Kuwait for a maximum period of six months, beginning at a mutually agreed start date. OCHA Kuwait is part of the External Relations Section, which sits within the Partnerships Branch, Financing and Outreach Division. It aims to strengthen the engagement and partnership with all Member States, regional and intergovernmental organizations, in support of OCHA’s role in promoting principled and effective humanitarian action and to sustain and grow political and financial support to the multilateral humanitarian system. Under the overall guidance of the Humanitarian Affairs Officer The intern will perform a variety of tasks, depending on the internship period, including but not limited to: • Support the development of communication products on humanitarian needs targeting specific audience • Assists in the planning of events organized / co-organized by OCHA in Kuwait. • Develops and disseminates social media material on OCHA-Kuwait partnerships. • Support in coordinating meetings and consultations with partners in the country. • Draft summaries, meeting minutes and reports. • Performs any other administrative work as required.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); in communication and media or other related fields. (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in communication and media. Applicants to the UN Internship Program are not required to have professional work experience. However, an experience in Communications and media, or other related field is desirable. Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Teams required. Ability to draft news articles and/or social media posts is desirable. Ability to design surveys and polls is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship fluency in reading, speaking, understanding and writing in English and Arabic is required.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> Intern Specific text<br>Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p>At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.</p><br> <p>We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. </p><br> <p>Join EY and help to build a better working world.</p><br> <p>Our globally coordinated tax professionals offer connected services across all tax disciplines to help our clients thrive in an era of rapid change. We combine our exceptional knowledge and experience with the people and technology platforms that make us an ideal partner for all their tax-related needs. In Tax, we equip clients to make better business decisions by bringing insights to the forefront. We help companies understand the tax policies and tax laws of governments around the world to plan and comply accordingly.</p><br> <p>Our teams leverage transformative technologies to deliver strategy and execution, from tax and regulatory obligations to operations and workforce management, to reduce risk and drive sustainable value. Tax has six sub-service lines which cover a wide range of issues: Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Global Law, Indirect Tax, International Tax and Transaction Services and People Advisory Services.</p><br> <p><b>The opportunity</b></p><br> <p>Our GCR tax service line operates as a team of highly experienced tax professionals who focus on delivering efficient and effective resources to companies in the region. Our goal is to improve quality, manage risk, create efficiency and drive value. Our market leading approach combines standard and efficient processes, highly effective tools and an extensive network of local tax and accounting professionals. Our clients benefit from an integrated, consistent, and flexible quality service to address direct and indirect tax compliance, statutory accounting and financial reporting, and tax accounting.</p><br> <p>As part of a MENA team, you will be providing high quality services to clients across a range of industries. You will also lead a team looking after service delivery, co-ordination, issue resolution, and contract management of large-scale projects where you will need to manage and coordinate the delivery of tax services by EY teams in the region.</p><br> <p><b>Your key responsibilities</b></p><br> <p>You will combine strong technical skills with practical commercial, legislative and industry knowledge to lead a team in providing tax services. You will be responsible for a team to help manage our clients’ compliance and reporting needs. You will establish, maintain and strengthen valued internal and external relationships and ensure that the services delivered to clients is of the highest quality.</p><br> <p>You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of client engagements, monitor progress and deliverables, put in place the necessary standardized processes, anticipate and identify risks, escalate issues as appropriate and drive performance-improvement solutions.</p><br> <p>You will supervise high performing teams and build a positive learning culture, coaching and counseling junior team members to help them develop. You will also be responsible for ensuring adherence to our Tax Quality guidelines.</p><br> <p><b>Skills and attributes for success</b></p><br> <p>If you are an excellent communicator and detail oriented professional with a strong track record of management experience who is comfortable working across borders with a wide network of people and with large amount of data, you will be perfect for the role.</p><br> <p><b>To qualify for the role you must have</b></p><br> <ul> <li>A bachelor's degree with strong academic credentials in accounting, business, finance, taxation or any related essential fields.</li> <li>MBA, Masters or another related advanced degree and/or professional qualifications e.g. CA, CPA, ACCA, CTA, ADIT or equivalent qualification.</li> <li>A very strong knowledge and minimum 4+ years of experience in domestic and international tax rules/regulations, developments etc., ideally within a large professional services company or similar environment.</li> <li>A very strong background in tax accounting and tax auditing, ideally within a large professional services company or similar environment.</li> <li>A strong track record of managerial, organizational and project management experience.</li> </ul> <p><b>Ideally, you will also have</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Experience of dealing with multinational clients and ability to work in multi-cultural environment.</li> <li>In-depth commercial, legislative and industry knowledge.</li> <li>Kuwait Corporate tax and tax compliance experience</li> </ul> <p><b>What we look for</b></p><br> <p>We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.</p><br> <p><b>What we offer you </b></p><br> <p>At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.</p><br> <p>Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? 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