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<p><span style="font-size: 11px;"><b>Job Summary</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 11px;"> The IT Support Technician is responsible for providing frontline technical support to faculty, staff, and students at American International University (AIU). This role focuses on day-to-day troubleshooting, deployment, and maintenance of end-user technology, classrooms, laboratories, offices, academic software environments, and event-related IT systems. The position ensures a high level of service availability, responsiveness, and user satisfaction across the campus.</span></p><p>Role Impact This role directly supports the continuity of academic instruction and administrative operations by ensuring that technology issues are resolved promptly and learning and working environments remain fully functional. The IT Support Technician plays a key role in minimizing downtime, supporting classroom and laboratory readiness, enabling successful university events, and ensuring effective use of institutional technology resources for students, faculty, and staff.</p><p><b><br></b></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p>IT Support &amp; Helpdesk Operations</p><ul><li>Provide desktop and end-user support for PCs, laptops, printers, and peripherals across the university.</li><li>Install, configure, and set up new computer systems, hardware, and standard software images.</li><li>Diagnose and resolve hardware, operating system, and application issues in a timely and efficient manner.</li><li>Log, track, and resolve incidents and service requests using the IT Helpdesk Ticketing System (ServiceDesk Plus).</li><li>Support and train users on key university applications including Microsoft 365, Canvas LMS, and Banner SIS.</li><li>Assist students, faculty, and staff with login issues, access problems, and basic authentication-related troubleshooting.</li><li>Conduct IT orientation and onboarding support for new faculty and staff members.</li><li>Test and validate software updates, patches, and application deployments prior to or following rollout.</li><li>Printing Student and Staff ID Cards and granting necessary access.</li><li>Escalate unresolved or complex issues to the Technology Support Coordinator with appropriate documentation.</li></ul><p>Classroom, Lab &amp; Office Technology Support</p><ul><li>Support daily operations of classrooms, laboratories, meeting rooms, and offices to ensure technology readiness.</li><li>Assist with setup, testing, and troubleshooting of audio-visual systems, presentation equipment, and hybrid learning tools.</li><li>Perform pre-session checks to ensure systems are operational for classes, exams, and meetings.</li></ul><p>Academic Software &amp; Lab Environment Support</p><ul><li>Install, configure, and maintain academic and instructional software within computer laboratories in coordination with Academic Affairs and IT leadership.</li><li>Provide operational support for academic software platforms used in teaching and learning environments.</li><li>Assist students and faculty with software access, licensing issues, and application-related troubleshooting during lab sessions.</li><li>Ensure lab systems are configured consistently and remain compliant with academic and licensing requirements.</li><li>Support testing and validation of academic software updates prior to semester rollouts.</li></ul><p>Endpoint Deployment &amp; Asset Support</p><ul><li>Assist with deployment, imaging, configuration, and replacement of Windows 10/11 PCs, laptops, and shared systems.</li><li>Maintain and update IT asset inventory, including computers, peripherals, and assigned equipment.</li><li>Support ID card printing management systems and associated hardware as required.</li></ul><p>User &amp; System Administration</p><ul><li>Assist with domain access, user account creation, and email registration under established procedures.</li><li>Administer and maintain Active Directory accounts, group memberships, and basic permissions.</li><li>Support Microsoft 365 user accounts, email configuration, and collaboration tools.</li><li>Assist with user account setup, password resets, access requests, and basic identity-related troubleshooting.</li><li>Support faculty, staff, and students in the effective use of Microsoft 365, email, and collaboration tools.</li></ul><p>Network &amp; Infrastructure Support</p><ul><li>Assist with basic network connectivity troubleshooting and performance-related issues.</li><li>Support setup and management of laptops, projectors, and presentation equipment for classrooms and meetings.</li><li>Support System Administrator and Network Engineer with diagnostics and implementation of systems.</li></ul><p>Event Technology &amp; Technical Support</p><ul><li>Coordinate the setup, configuration, and testing of technical requirements for university events, workshops, forums, and special activities.</li><li>Provide on-site technical support during events to ensure uninterrupted operation of systems, presentations, and audio-visual equipment.</li><li>Perform basic analysis of event technical requirements and proactively identify necessary systems, equipment, and configurations based on event type, scale, and venue.</li><li>Demonstrate initiative in understanding requestor requirements and independently preparing appropriate technical solutions.</li><li>Coordinate with the Events Department, internal IT teams, and external vendors to deliver reliable event technology support.</li><li>Assist with setting up and teardown of event-related technology before and after events.</li></ul><p>Time Attendance System Administration</p><ul><li>Support administration and operational use of the Time Attendance System (COSEC).</li><li>Generate payroll-related attendance reports and weekly faculty attendance reports as required.</li><li>Upload and maintain monthly shift schedules within the COSEC system based on approved rosters.</li><li>Implement approved shift changes and schedule updates requested by the HR Department.</li><li>Assist with troubleshooting attendance discrepancies and system-related issues in coordination with HR and IT leadership.</li></ul><p>Documentation, Regulatory Compliance, and Continuous Improvement</p><ul><li>Document resolved issues, troubleshooting steps, and common fixes to support knowledge sharing.</li><li>Follow IT policies, SOPs, security guidelines, and service standards.</li><li>Identify recurring issues and suggest improvements to processes or configurations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p>Diploma or bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Entry-level or relevant IT certifications are an advantage (e.g., Microsoft, CompTIA, or equivalent).

<p><strong>Job Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a motivated and reliable Asphalt Plant Operator to join our team in Al Jahra, Kuwait.&nbsp;</p><p>This entry-level position offers hands-on experience in asphalt production, equipment operation, and quality control within a dynamic construction environment.&nbsp;</p><p>The successful candidate will support daily plant operations, ensure safety compliance, and contribute to the timely delivery of high-quality asphalt mixtures for road and infrastructure projects.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>We are a leading civil engineering and construction firm specializing in asphalt paving, roadworks, and related infrastructure development.&nbsp;</p><p>Committed to safety, quality, and innovation, we provide comprehensive solutions from material sourcing to project completion.&nbsp;</p><p>Our team values collaboration, continuous learning, and a strong work ethic.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities and Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Operate asphalt production equipment, including burners, dryers, mixers, and screens, following standard operating procedures.</li><li>Monitor plant processes to ensure consistent asphalt quality and proper temperature controls.</li><li>Load materials, manage feed rates, and adjust controls to meet product specifications.</li><li>Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on plant components; perform minor repairs as needed under supervision.</li><li>Record accurate production data, temperatures, batch numbers, and quality measurements.</li><li>Coordinate with dispatch and construction teams to fulfill project schedules and traffic management plans.</li><li>Adhere to all safety, health, and environmental regulations; wear and maintain PPE and safety gear.</li><li>Identify and report any equipment malfunctions or quality issues to supervisors promptly.</li><li>Assist with housekeeping and organization of the plant area to maintain a clean and safe work environment.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Qualifications and Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training preferred.</li><li>1 year of prior experience in asphalt production or construction is advantageous but not required for the right candidate with a strong work ethic.</li><li>Basic mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn operating procedures and safety practices.</li><li>Ability to work in a hot, dusty environment and perform physically demanding tasks.</li><li>Good color vision and the ability to read gauges, thermometers, and batch tickets.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.</li><li>Valid Kuwait work authorization and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Required Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Attention to detail and a quality-oriented mindset</li><li>Basic mathematical and measurement skills</li><li>Safety consciousness and proactive risk awareness</li><li>Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving capability</li><li>Ability to follow instructions and maintain accurate records</li><li>Team collaboration and reliable attendance</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Benefits and Perks</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and overtime opportunities</li><li>Health insurance and personal protective equipment were provided</li><li>Career development and on-the-job training</li><li>Positive work environment with a safety-focused culture</li><li>Paid time off and holiday entitlements as per company policy</li></ul>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Job Code: PegaY2018-S01 IT Software Sales (IT Sales &amp; Services) OVERVIEW: Pegasus is the leading provider of technology solutions. We empower and help grow our clients business by providing customized and innovative solutions ranging from enterprise infrastructure to retail store-level technology. Pegasus has an extensive team of dedicated professionals to provide support and meet all our client s requirements. Pegasus has a strong presence in the retail industry. We offer a full range of professional services to retailers. Pegasus is a systems integrator of data collection equipment and solutions. Pegasus systems integration specialists and factory-trained technicians are experts in wireless radio frequency network and ERP integration solutions, enterprise labelling, barcode printers, scanners, mobile computing, terminal and software technologies.</p><p>MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:</p><ul><li>Responsible for Business development for ERP software business activities</li><li>Actively participate in the advertising, distribution and marketing of the goods &amp; services of the company</li><li>Representing the company at different places such as conferences, meetings, seminars etc</li><li>Create leads &amp; identifying new potential clients/ opportunities for the company</li><li>Fully understand the IT Products, services &amp; solutions</li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>ESSENTIALS / REQUIREMENTS:</p><ul><li>Graduate/ Post Graduate in Engineering/ IT/ Business/ Marketing</li><li>Minimum 3 years of marketing experience, or sales experience with strong marketing orientation</li><li>Experience in IT Hardware/ Software Solutions sales with strong Functional/Technical Knowledge</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English &amp; Arabic)</li><li>Tactful negotiations skills</li><li>Strong organizational skills</li><li>Effective presentation, implementation and follow-up skills</li><li>Must be very flexible and adaptable to changes</li><li>Must have Kuwait Driving License</li></ul><p></p></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><br></p><ol> </ol> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>1. IT Strategy, Governance and Presidential Advisory</p> <ul> <li>Serve as the President's primary technology advisor translating institutional strategic objectives into technology investment decisions, capability roadmaps, and implementation sequencing</li> <li>Develop, own, and execute AIU's multi-year Technology Strategic Plan, updated annually and aligned with the RISE Strategy 2026 2030 KPIs and the WSCUC accreditation evidence requirements</li> <li>Establish and chair the AIU Technology Governance Committee a cross-functional body including the VPAA, VP Administration &amp; Finance, VP Enrollment, and Faculty Council representative to set institutional technology priorities and resolve competing demands on IT resources</li> <li>Present quarterly technology performance reports to the President and an annual technology state-of-institution report to the Board of Trustees in plain language, not technical language</li> <li>Manage the IT budget with full accountability for return on investment: technology spend must be justified by measurable institutional outcomes, not by technical preference</li> <li>Lead all major technology vendor selection, contract negotiation, and relationship management ensuring AIU obtains best-value agreements and maintains leverage with strategic technology partners</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p>Reporting Departments (If Applicable)</p> <ul> <li>Executive Director of Information Technology: day-to-day IT operations, helpdesk, infrastructure, and enterprise platform administration</li> <li>Digital Transformation Office Director: program management for all transformation initiatives, process automation, and workflow digitalization</li> <li>Cybersecurity &amp; Data Governance Lead: information security, data governance standards, and compliance</li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Minimum Qualifications: </p> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>Doctorate (PhD) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field strongly preferred</li> <li>Master's degree in a relevant discipline required as a minimum; candidates with a master's and exceptional, directly relevant GCC higher education CIO experience will be considered</li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li>Minimum ten (10) years of progressive technology leadership experience, with at least five (5) years at CIO, Deputy CIO, or equivalent executive level in a higher education institution</li> <li>Demonstrated experience leading campus digital transformation, specifically the transition of institutional processes from manual, Excel, and SharePoint-based workflows to integrated, automated enterprise systems</li> <li>Proven track record in selecting, implementing, and optimizing enterprise university platforms, particularly Banner (SIS), Canvas (LMS), Salesforce (CRM), Oracle or equivalent ERP, and business intelligence tools</li> <li>Experience building and executing AI strategies in an institutional or enterprise context, not theoretical familiarity with AI, but demonstrated deployment of AI tools that delivered measurable operational improvements</li> <li>Experience working in GCC higher education is a significant advantage, candidates with UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, or comparable Gulf university CIO experience are strongly preferred</li> <li>Experience managing technology in a context of accreditation preparation, WASC, AACSB, ABET, or comparable quality assurance framework, is a substantial advantage</li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Technical Knowledge</p> <ul> <li>Deep proficiency with higher education enterprise platforms: Ellucian Banner or equivalent SIS, Canvas or comparable LMS, Salesforce or equivalent CRM, Oracle Fusion/EBS or equivalent ERP, Tableau or equivalent BI</li> <li>Cloud architecture and management expertise: Azure, AWS, or GCP, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS governance, cloud migration strategy, and hybrid infrastructure management</li> <li>AI and machine learning application: practical experience deploying AI tools in an institutional setting, student success analytics, process automation, natural language processing, or predictive modelling</li> <li>Cybersecurity governance: demonstrated knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001, NIST frameworks, and risk-based security program management, including incident response and business continuity planning</li> <li>Data governance and integration: experience designing data governance frameworks, master data management standards, and system integration architectures that eliminate data silos</li> <li>DevOps and automation: familiarity with modern DevOps practices, RPA tools, and workflow automation platforms that reduce manual administrative workload</li> </ul> <p> <br> </p> <p>Leadership and Interpersonal Competencies</p> <ul> <li>The ability to translate complex technology concepts into clear business and strategic language for Board members, the President, Deans, and faculty, technology leadership at the C-suite level is fundamentally a communication role</li> <li>Demonstrated change management capability, the ability to lead people through technology-driven organizational change with empathy, clarity, and persistence</li> <li>Service-oriented leadership: AIU's IT function exists to serve students, faculty, and staff, the CIO must model and build a culture where the technology team measures its success by the outcomes it enables, not the systems it manages</li> <li>Executive-level stakeholder engagement: the CIO sits on the Senior Leadership Team and must be an effective, credible peer contributor to institutional strategy discussions that extend beyond technology</li> </ul> <p><br></p></div></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Position: Director of Office of Strategy, Institutional Performance &amp; Emerging Technology Classification: Director Level Reports To: President</p><p>The Office of Strategy, Institutional Performance &amp; Emerging Technology operates as a direct extension of the President's Office, serving as the institutional coordination and performance intelligence function that supports the execution of AIU's strategic priorities. Rather than functioning as a traditional planning department, the Office ensures that institutional strategy is translated into measurable outcomes through performance management, executive reporting, and strategic technology evaluation. The Office owns three interconnected responsibilities that together strengthen AIU's institutional effectiveness:</p><p>Strategy &amp; Institutional Performance: Leading the RISE Strategy execution cycle, institutional KPI monitoring, quarterly performance reporting, Board reporting, annual strategy review, and continuous improvement of AIU's institutional performance management framework using the Balanced Scorecard methodology.</p><p>Emergent Technology Intelligence: Scouting, evaluating, and piloting emerging technologies relevant to AIU's academic and administrative operations functioning as an innovation incubator that identifies what is ready for institutional adoption before the CIO integrates it at scale.</p><p>Strategic Project Alignment: Coordinating with the University's existing PMO and Special Projects structure to monitor the strategic alignment and progress of major institutional initiatives, ensuring the President receives timely updates on projects that materially affect strategic objectives.</p><p>The Director, Office of Strategy, Institutional Performance &amp; Emerging Technology carries three complementary mandates that reinforce one another. Institutional strategy provides direction, performance management measures progress, and emerging technology enables innovation that supports AIU's long-term strategic priorities. The Director ensures these three functions operate in alignment to support informed executive decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>1. RISE Strategy Execution and Balanced Scorecard Management</p><ul><li>Own the AIU RISE Strategy execution cycle translating Board-approved strategic objectives into annual operating plans, quarterly milestones, and individual VP and Dean accountability commitments</li><li>Design, maintain, and continuously improve AIU's Balanced Scorecard the institutional performance management framework that cascades RISE Strategy KPIs from institutional level through school, department, and individual levels ensuring that every function can see how its work connects to the strategy</li><li>Conduct quarterly strategy performance reviews with each VP reviewing KPI progress, identifying risks to delivery, proposing course corrections, and escalating material issues to the President with recommended responses</li><li>Prepare the Annual Strategic Progress Report the principal annual document presented to the Board of Trustees each November synthesizing Balanced Scorecard data, institutional KPI achievements, variance explanations, and the following year's adjusted priorities into a clear, evidence-based narrative for Board review</li><li>Manage the annual strategic planning calendar coordinating the February environmental scan, April-May VP planning submissions, June-July budget-strategy alignment, September Board approval, and November Board progress review ensuring that planning is a continuous cycle rather than an annual event</li><li>Maintain the RISE Strategy risk register identifying strategic risks, assessing likelihood and impact, tracking mitigation actions, and reporting to the President and Board Audit &amp; Risk Committee quarterly</li><li>Coordinate with the Institutional Research Office to ensure that all Balanced Scorecard data is sourced from verified institutional systems no KPI reported to the Board may be based on unverified or manually assembled data.</li></ul><p>2. Emergent Technology Intelligence and Innovation Piloting</p><ul><li>Lead AIU's horizon scanning function systematically monitoring emerging technologies relevant to higher education (generative AI, adaptive learning systems, learning analytics, spatial computing, research tools) and producing quarterly Technology Intelligence Briefings for the President and Senior Leadership Team</li><li>Design and manage AIU's innovation piloting programme a structured process for testing emerging technologies in controlled institutional environments before recommending them for full adoption. Pilots are time-bounded, evidence-evaluated, and documented for institutional learning regardless of outcome</li><li>Coordinate with the CIO to ensure that emergent technology intelligence flows effectively between the scouting function (this Office) and the operational integration function (CIO/Digital Transformation Office) the Director scouts and pilots; the CIO scales and operates</li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><h2>Minimum Qualifications:</h2><p><strong>Education</strong></p><p>Doctoral degree required in Strategy, Higher Education Management, Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration, Project Management, or a closely related field. Candidates with strong GCC higher education strategic planning experience are strongly considered.</p><p><strong>Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum eight (8) years of progressive experience in higher education, with at least four (4) years in a strategic planning, institutional effectiveness, or senior project management leadership role at a GCC university.</li><li>Demonstrated experience managing a university's strategic planning cycle from environmental scanning through KPI development, annual review, Board reporting, and plan revision in a GCC institutional context.</li><li>Proven experience implementing or managing a Balanced Scorecard or equivalent institutional performance management framework candidates must be able to describe a specific implementation, not just familiarity with the concept.</li><li>Experience working with institutional project portfolios and executive reporting, including monitoring strategic initiatives, interpreting project status information, and advising senior leadership on institutional priorities and risks</li><li>Direct experience working with or reporting to a university President or equivalent executive candidates must be comfortable advising at C-suite level, preparing Board-level documents, and maintaining professional discretion in a senior advisory role.</li><li>Experience with WASC or comparable institutional accreditation project management understanding how accreditation timelines translate into institutional project portfolios is a material advantage.</li></ul><p><strong>Technical and Analytical Knowledge</strong></p><ul><li>Proficiency with strategic planning and Balanced Scorecard frameworks candidates must demonstrate working knowledge of the BSC four-perspective model (financial, stakeholder, internal processes, learning &amp; growth) and its application in a higher education context.</li><li>Strong data analytics and visualization capability the Director must produce Balanced Scorecard dashboards and strategic performance reports that Board members with no higher education background can read and act on.</li><li>Project management methodology proficiency (Prince2, PMP, or equivalent). Working knowledge of project management methodologies sufficient to interpret project reporting, assess strategic risks, and support executive oversight of institutional initiatives. PMP certification is considered an advantage.</li><li>Technology literacy sufficient to evaluate emerging technologies at a strategic level the Director does not need to be a technologist, but must be literate enough to assess a vendor demonstration, understand integration implications, and ask the right questions of the CIO.</li><li>Familiarity with Kuwait's higher education regulatory environment PUC requirements, institutional governance obligations, and the competitive landscape of Kuwait's private university sector.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills, Competencies and Personal Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>The political intelligence to hold VPs and Deans accountable for RISE Strategy delivery without making accountability feel like surveillance the Director must be seen as a partner in execution, not an auditor of failure</li><li>Exceptional executive communication the ability to translate complex institutional performance data into a three-paragraph President's briefing, a ten-slide Board presentation, or a one-page project status update all with the same rigour and none of the same length</li><li>Strategic patience combined with operational awareness the ability to maintain a five-year strategic perspective while monitoring the progress, risks, and institutional impact of major strategic initiatives.</li><li>Cultural intelligence appropriate to AIU's multicultural GCC environment working effectively with Kuwaiti faculty, international administrators, owner Board members, PUC representatives, and WSCUC accreditation staff requires different registers and relationship norms.</li><li>Professional discretion at the highest level the Director has access to the most sensitive institutional information: financial projections, personnel decisions, accreditation risks, and Board deliberations. This access is a privilege that requires absolute confidentiality.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Qualifications:</h2><ul><li>PMP (Project Management Professional) certification. The formal credential is considered an advantage for interpreting project reporting and supporting executive oversight of institutional initiatives.</li><li>Experience with a university s WASC accreditation project portfolio, including sequencing of eligibility, self-study, SAV1, and SAV2 milestones as institutional activities with named owners and defined escalation paths.</li><li>Prior experience in a Chief of Staff or Strategy Director role in a GCC university. Candidates who have served as principal strategic advisors to a university President in the Gulf will have strong familiarity with institutional dynamics, stakeholder relationships, and cultural context.</li><li>Published research or professional contribution to strategic planning or institutional effectiveness in GCC higher education, demonstrating thought leadership rather than solely operational experience.</li><li>Arabic language proficiency is an advantage for engagement with Kuwaiti Board members, MOHE officials, and Arabic-speaking stakeholders.</li></ul><p></p></section>