وظائف عامل بوفيه في لبنان

<p><h4>About Infoquest</h4> <p>At Infoquest, we believe that better decisions shape better futures. We are a next-generation custom sourcing expert network serving consultants, investors, and corporate strategists. Our mission is to close critical knowledge gaps by quickly, accurately, and in full compliance connecting decision-makers with highly specialized subject matter experts.</p> <p>What started as a vision to become the first homegrown expert network in the Middle East has evolved into an international business serving clients across multiple regions. Today, with offices in Beirut and Bogotá, we continue to expand our global footprint while maintaining the entrepreneurial spirit that fueled our growth.</p> <p>We operate with urgency, ownership, and high standards. We value accountability, adaptability, and precision in everything we do. Joining Infoquest means becoming part of a fast-growing, performance-driven environment where impact is visible and growth is earned.</p> <h4>Role Overview</h4> <p>The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a key role in supporting both Talent Acquisition and Human Resources initiatives across the organization. This position will be responsible for managing recruitment activities across Lebanon and Colombia while also supporting onboarding, employee engagement, performance management, and HR operations.</p> <p>The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, people-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment where priorities evolve quickly and ownership is expected.</p> <h4>Key Responsibilities</h4> <strong>Recruitment & Talent Acquisition</strong><br> <li>Lead end-to-end recruitment activities for positions across both Lebanon and Colombia.</li> <li>Source candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, networking, and university partnerships.</li> <li>Screen applications and coordinate subsequent interview stages with hiring managers.</li> <li>Manage candidate pipelines and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.</li> <li>Develop and implement effective sourcing and recruitment strategies to attract high-quality talent.</li> <li>Coordinate and participate in university recruitment initiatives, career fairs, and employer branding activities.</li> <li>Build and maintain relationships with universities, student organizations, and career centers to strengthen the talent pipeline.</li> <strong>Onboarding & Orientation</strong><br> <li>Lead the onboarding process for new hires under the guidance of the HR Manager.</li> <li>Coordinate onboarding schedules and ensure all required documentation is completed before the employee's start date.</li> <li>Assist in conducting onboarding and orientation sessions covering company policies, procedures, available tools, and workplace expectations.</li> <li>Support new employees throughout their integration into the company.</li> <strong>HR Administration</strong><br> <li>Maintain employee records and ensure HR documentation is accurate, organized, and up to date.</li> <li>Support the development, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures.</li> <li>Maintain HR databases and generate reports as needed.</li> <li>Assist with HR documentation, employee letters, and administrative processes.</li> <strong>Employee Relations & Engagement</strong><br> <li>Coordinate employee engagement activities, team-building events, and company outings.</li> <li>Monitor employee satisfaction through surveys, feedback sessions, and other engagement tools.</li> <li>Assist in implementing initiatives designed to improve employee experience, engagement, and retention.</li> <li>Support a positive and collaborative work environment by responding to employee inquiries and concerns.</li> <strong>Performance Management & Learning & Development</strong><br> <li>Support the performance review cycle, including preparation, tracking, and follow-up activities.</li> <li>Help with learning and development initiatives and maintain training records.</li> <li>Assist in coordinating training sessions, coaching programs, and employee development plans.</li> <li>Support managers and employees in achieving development objectives and growth goals.</li> <h4>What We're Looking For</h4> <li>2–4 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Recruitment, or a related field.</li> <li>Experience managing recruitment processes and sourcing candidates through multiple channels.</li> <li>Strong interviewing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.</li> <li>Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.</li> <li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.</li> <li>Strong attention to detail and administrative skills.</li> <li>Experience using ATS platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, and HR systems is preferred.</li> <li>Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.</li> <li>Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and initiative.</li> <li>Fluency in English is required; additional languages are a plus.</li> <h4>What We Offer</h4> <li>Clear career progression and access to learning and development programs.</li> <li>Exposure to international hiring and HR initiatives across multiple markets.</li> <li>The opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a rapidly scaling company.</li> <li>A vibrant workspace in the Beirut Digital District.</li> <li>Direct collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.</li></p><p></p>

<p><h4>About Infoquest</h4> <p>At Infoquest, we believe that better decisions shape better futures. We are a next-generation custom sourcing expert network serving consultants, investors, and corporate strategists. Our mission is to close critical knowledge gaps by quickly, accurately, and in full compliance connecting decision-makers with highly specialized subject matter experts.</p> <p>What started as a vision to become the first homegrown expert network in the Middle East has evolved into an international business serving clients across multiple regions. Today, with offices in Beirut and Bogotá, we continue to expand our global footprint while maintaining the entrepreneurial spirit that fueled our growth.</p> <p>We operate with urgency, ownership, and high standards. We value accountability, adaptability, and precision in everything we do. Joining Infoquest means becoming part of a fast-growing, performance-driven environment where impact is visible and growth is earned.</p> <h4>Role Overview</h4> <p>The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a key role in supporting both Talent Acquisition and Human Resources initiatives across the organization. This position will be responsible for managing recruitment activities across Lebanon and Colombia while also supporting onboarding, employee engagement, performance management, and HR operations.</p> <p>The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, people-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment where priorities evolve quickly and ownership is expected.</p> <h4>Key Responsibilities</h4> <strong>Recruitment & Talent Acquisition</strong><br> <li>Lead end-to-end recruitment activities for positions across both Lebanon and Colombia.</li> <li>Source candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, networking, and university partnerships.</li> <li>Screen applications and coordinate subsequent interview stages with hiring managers.</li> <li>Manage candidate pipelines and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.</li> <li>Develop and implement effective sourcing and recruitment strategies to attract high-quality talent.</li> <li>Coordinate and participate in university recruitment initiatives, career fairs, and employer branding activities.</li> <li>Build and maintain relationships with universities, student organizations, and career centers to strengthen the talent pipeline.</li> <strong>Onboarding & Orientation</strong><br> <li>Lead the onboarding process for new hires under the guidance of the HR Manager.</li> <li>Coordinate onboarding schedules and ensure all required documentation is completed before the employee's start date.</li> <li>Assist in conducting onboarding and orientation sessions covering company policies, procedures, available tools, and workplace expectations.</li> <li>Support new employees throughout their integration into the company.</li> <strong>HR Administration</strong><br> <li>Maintain employee records and ensure HR documentation is accurate, organized, and up to date.</li> <li>Support the development, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures.</li> <li>Maintain HR databases and generate reports as needed.</li> <li>Assist with HR documentation, employee letters, and administrative processes.</li> <strong>Employee Relations & Engagement</strong><br> <li>Coordinate employee engagement activities, team-building events, and company outings.</li> <li>Monitor employee satisfaction through surveys, feedback sessions, and other engagement tools.</li> <li>Assist in implementing initiatives designed to improve employee experience, engagement, and retention.</li> <li>Support a positive and collaborative work environment by responding to employee inquiries and concerns.</li> <strong>Performance Management & Learning & Development</strong><br> <li>Support the performance review cycle, including preparation, tracking, and follow-up activities.</li> <li>Help with learning and development initiatives and maintain training records.</li> <li>Assist in coordinating training sessions, coaching programs, and employee development plans.</li> <li>Support managers and employees in achieving development objectives and growth goals.</li> <h4>What We're Looking For</h4> <li>2–4 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Recruitment, or a related field.</li> <li>Experience managing recruitment processes and sourcing candidates through multiple channels.</li> <li>Strong interviewing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.</li> <li>Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.</li> <li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.</li> <li>Strong attention to detail and administrative skills.</li> <li>Experience using ATS platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, and HR systems is preferred.</li> <li>Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.</li> <li>Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and initiative.</li> <li>Fluency in English is required; additional languages are a plus.</li> <h4>What We Offer</h4> <li>Clear career progression and access to learning and development programs.</li> <li>Exposure to international hiring and HR initiatives across multiple markets.</li> <li>The opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a rapidly scaling company.</li> <li>A vibrant workspace in the Beirut Digital District.</li> <li>Direct collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.</li></p><p></p>

<p><h4>About Us</h4> <p>Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.</p> <p>With offices in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals, we are one of the world’s leading professional services networks, helping organisations and individuals create lasting value through assurance, tax and advisory services. For over 40 years, we have contributed to the Middle East’s transformation journey, partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Today, more than 12,000 of us across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are shaping the region’s future.</p> <h4>Line of Service Overview</h4> <p>At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.</p> <h4>Business Unit Overview</h4> <p>As a Tax Associate, you will contribute to tax compliance and advisory engagements, assist in preparing corporate tax returns and calculations, payroll and social security calculations, value-added tax and support research on tax legislation and regulatory developments. You will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic and evolving tax environment. You are expected to have strong technical tax expertise, hands-on experience in Lebanese corporate tax compliance and advisory and a solid accounting or tax academic background.</p> <h4>How you’ll contribute</h4> <ul> <li>Support the preparation and review of corporate income tax, withholding tax, and VAT returns, calculations, and filings in line with applicable tax laws and regulations.</li> <li>Assist in delivering tax advisory services across corporate tax, withholding tax, and VAT matters, including technical research and analysis.</li> <li>Prepare technical tax memos, reports, and supporting documentation for client engagements.</li> <li>Support responses to tax authority queries, audits, and assessments related to corporate tax, withholding tax, and VAT.</li> </ul> <h4>What you’ll bring</h4> <p><strong>Technical skills</strong></p> <p><strong>Must have</strong></p> <ul> <li>Prior experience in a professional services environment (audit, tax, advisory).</li> <li>Strong accounting skills, including the ability to read and interpret financial statements, trial balances, transactional flows, profit and loss analyses, and cash flow movements.</li> <li>Good understanding of Lebanese corporate tax compliance processes, including returns, filings, and statutory deadlines. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in tax filings.</li> <li>Ability to prepare corporate tax computations and reconciliations based on accounting data.</li> <li>Experience in tax research and interpretation, with the ability to understand how legislation applies in practice and prepare summaries, alerts, and client-ready explanations.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, tax computations, reconciliations, data analysis).</li> <li>Ability to use AI-based tools for tax computations, report drafting, and research efficiency.</li> <li>Ability to communicate technical matters clearly and concisely to internal teams and clients.</li> <li>A proactive mindset with the ability to identify issues early and flag risks.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Good to have</strong></p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of double tax treaties and familiarity with OECD guidelines.</li> <li>Experience working with multiple clients and managing competing deadlines.</li> </ul> <h4>How you’ll make a difference</h4> <p>At PwC Middle East, we expect all our people to embody the skills and behaviors of The PwC Professional framework, helping us deliver on our strategy while growing and developing as leaders at every level.</p> <h4>Why you’ll love working at PwC</h4> <p>At PwC Middle East, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll build a meaningful career, supported by rewards and benefits that help you thrive. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and programs that promote well-being, balance, and personal growth. You’ll have access to continuous learning, digital upskilling, and a collaborative environment that values innovation, mentorship, and diversity. Are you ready to make a difference by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially here.</p></p><p></p>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p> <strong>About Wahed:</strong> <br>The global financial system wasn t built for everyone. For millions of people, its reliance on interest (riba) creates a barrier to managing money and building wealth without compromising their values. </p> <p>At Wahed, we re changing that. We are a global fintech company on a mission to build a new financial system one that is ethical, accessible, and entirely interest-free. From our offices across the globe, our team is building products that were once deemed impossible: from pioneering Shariah-compliant equity ETFs, to true riba-free alternatives to high-yield savings accounts, to no-leverage, income-producing real estate investments. If you re driven to help people and believe finance should empower, not exclude, join us in building a more equitable financial future. </p> <p> <strong> <br>Job Brief:</strong> <br>Wahed is looking for an Arabic-speaking Private Clients Service Associate to join our International team and deliver an outstanding experience to our clients. Reporting to the Private Clients Manager, you will be a first point of contact for clients across calls and email - resolving queries quickly, accurately and with genuine care. You will also be the dedicated client service contact for our high-net-worth (HNW) clients, guiding them personally through onboarding and ensuring a smooth, high-touch experience from their very first interaction. This is a client-facing role for someone who combines warmth with attention to detail and takes real pride in helping people. </p> <div> <div> Job Responsibilities: <div> <div> <ul> <li>Act as a first point of contact for clients across calls, email and live chat identifying and assessing their needs and resolving queries promptly and accurately.</li> <li>Serve as the dedicated support contact for our high-net-worth (HNW) clients, delivering a personalised, high-touch experience and guiding them through onboarding from account opening to first investment.<br>Support clients in Arabic (essential), English (essential), and French (desirable) ensuring clear, professional and culturally attuned communication.</li> <li>Guide clients through onboarding, KYC and account-related processes, coordinating with internal teams where needed to remove friction.</li> <li>Handle complaints with empathy, providing appropriate solutions and alternatives within agreed timeframes, and following up to ensure resolution.</li> <li>Keep accurate records of client interactions, process client accounts and documentation, and maintain trackers for leads and queries generated through company campaigns.</li> <li>Follow communication procedures, guidelines and policies, and ensure adherence to service-level agreements (SLAs) and process deliverables.</li> <li>Take the extra mile to engage clients, build trust, and contribute to a high-quality values-based client experience.<br>Share client feedback and recurring issues with the wider team to help improve our products, processes and service.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <div> Job Specifications: <div> <div> <ul> <li>Fluency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken - this is essential. Fluency in French is desirable.</li> <li>Bachelor s degree with 2+ years experience in a client service role, ideally within financial services or fintech.</li> <li>Proven customer support or client-service experience, with strong phone, email and chat handling skills and active listening.</li> <li>Experience supporting high-net-worth or premium clients, or a clear aptitude for delivering a high-touch, professional service.</li> <li>Client-oriented, with the ability to adapt and respond to different types of clients and personalities.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and following processes.</li> <li>Ability to multi-task, prioritise and manage time effectively, delivering high-quality work to deadlines.</li> <li>Familiarity with the UAE financial-services landscape and/or an interest in Shariah-compliant finance is an advantage.</li> </ul> <div> </div> <div>If you love helping people, take pride in delivering an exceptional client experience, and want to be part of a values-based FinTech growing in the UAE, we d love to hear from you.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <div>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div> </div></div></section>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>Certified local trainers across target areas who can independently deliver and facilitate the full ToT curriculum, form Local Field Teams, verify and quality assure field outputs, and support cascade trainings.<br> Work Location<br>Beirut, Lebanon<br> Expected duration<br>4 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>As part of the Project entitled “Promoting Localized Human Security Approaches” funded by the UN Trust Fund for Human Security (UNTFHS), UN Habitat, in coordination with UNICEF and UN Women will implement a Training of Trainers (ToT) programme on participatory mapping, profiling and community action planning across four areas (Akkar &amp; North; Beirut &amp; Mount Lebanon; Bekaa &amp; Baalbeck El Hermel; Saida &amp; Iqleem El Kharroub). The ToT will target representatives from municipalities, local NGOs, uninverstities, and other relevant practitioners. It aims to build local capacities on participatory approaches and active community engagement to inform adequate local decisions. UN-Habitat Lebanon is willing to recruit an Individual Contractor (IC) to develop the ToT curriculum and materials, and to deliver four regional ToT workshops under this project. The Individual Consultant’s (IC) Duties and Responsibilities will be as follows: The IC shall provide technical leadership to develop the ToT curriculum and materials, design and deliver four regional training workshops, each for 3 days, and provide up to 5 days of post ToT coaching to support cascade trainings. In particular, the IC will be responsible for: • Producing an inception report with detailed work plan, methodology, and timeline. Developing ToT curriculum including session plans, trainer manual, participant handbook, and all field tools as mentioned in annex-1: Mapping and Profiling Local Needs, Key Actors, and Available Services and Resources. The training manual is expected to include techniques and tips to trainers as well as power point presentations for training sessions. • Developing assessment instruments: pre/post tests, fieldwork verification checklist, cascade monitoring templates • Delivering and facilitating the ToT sessions across the four areas (each ToT 3 working days). Ensure high quality adult learning delivery • Providing on site coaching to participants. • Submit deliverables (inception, curriculum/toolkit, ToTs reports, coaching report, consolidated final report) and hand over editable training materials. All duties shall be carried out in close coordination with UN-Habitat. Work Location: Remotely with field trips to the training locations within the 4 areas and to UN-Habitat Offices in Beirut, Lebanon. Expected Duration: Up to 2 full-time months of input, carried over a period of four months between 15 July 2026 and 15 November 2026, on a part-time basis Supervision: The IC will work under the supervision of the Head of the Urban Development and Governance Unit at UN-Habitat Lebanon.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>Advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Development Studies, Urban/Regional Planning, Community Development, Social Sciences or related field. • Minimum of seven (7) years professional experience in participatory community development, mapping/profiling or local governance programming is required (Lebanon experience preferred). • Minimum 5 years designing and delivering ToT/adult learning programmes, development of trainer toolkits is required.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position both Arabic &amp; English are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details). Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking Arabic UN Level III (Advanced) UN Level III (Advanced) UN Level III (Advanced) UN Level III (Advanced) English UN Level III (Advanced) UN Level III (Advanced) UN Level III (Advanced) UN Level III (Advanced) ToT delivery language: Arabic. Training materials: Arabic) delivered as editable files (Word/PowerPoint) and PDF. All final reports to be submitted in English.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<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>

<p><h4>Department</h4> <p>Industrial and Mechanical Engineering</p> <h4>Discipline</h4> <p>Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation</p> <h4>Campus</h4> <p>Byblos</p> <h4>Position</h4> <p>Instructor or Professor of Practice</p> <h4>Expected start date</h4> <p>Fall 2026 or Spring 2027</p> <p>The Department of Industrial and Mechanical Engineering at the Lebanese American University School of Engineering, located in Byblos, Lebanon, invites applications for an Instructor or Professor of Practice position in the broad area of Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation.</p> <p>Applications will be reviewed continuously until the position is filled. The expected start date is September 2026 or January 2027. The appointment rank will depend on the candidate’s academic qualifications, professional experience, and demonstrated accomplishments.</p> <p>Candidates must hold a BE/BS degree in engineering and at least a master’s degree in entrepreneurship, innovation, technology management, commercialization, or a closely related field. A doctoral degree is considered an asset but is not required. Candidates should demonstrate substantial professional experience and a record of achievement in technology entrepreneurship, innovation-program development, incubation, startup development, or research commercialization.</p> <p>The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the development and operation of the School of Engineering’s entrepreneurship and innovation initiatives. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas:</p> <ul> <li>Developing, managing, or contributing substantially to an incubator, accelerator, pre-incubation program, university innovation hub, or technology-transfer initiative</li> <li>Designing and managing structured venture-development pipelines that support teams from idea generation through technical validation, prototyping, market validation, funding readiness, and venture launch</li> <li>Recruiting, selecting, mentoring, and managing cohorts of student or faculty-led innovation teams</li> <li>Preparing student teams for national, regional, and international innovation, entrepreneurship, startup, and engineering-design competitions</li> <li>Coaching teams in prototype refinement, business-model development, market validation, written applications, financial planning, pitch-deck preparation, and live pitching</li> <li>Organizing startup bootcamps, hackathons, demo days, pitch competitions, and industry-sponsored innovation challenges</li> <li>Supporting the commercialization of university research and the development of market-ready technologies</li> <li>Founding, co-founding, advising, or mentoring technology startups</li> <li>Securing proof-of-concept, commercialization, industry-sponsored, or venture-development funding</li> <li>Developing partnerships with industry, investors, alumni, entrepreneurs, accelerators, incubators, innovation hubs, technology-transfer offices, public agencies, and funding organizations</li> <li>Transforming engineering concepts into validated prototypes and minimum viable products</li> <li>Applying design thinking, rapid prototyping, product-development, hardware/software integration, and product-lifecycle principles</li> <li>Assessing technical feasibility, commercial viability, intellectual-property potential, market opportunities, regulatory requirements, risk, valuation, and scaling strategies</li> </ul> <p>The successful candidate will be expected to cultivate an innovation-driven culture within engineering education and to equip students with the skills needed to transform ideas into viable products and ventures. The candidate will mentor students and faculty, supervise entrepreneurship- and commercialization-oriented projects, support engineering capstone teams with venture potential, and help establish a systematic pipeline for identifying and advancing promising innovations.</p> <p>The candidate will also identify suitable competitions, funding opportunities, accelerator programs, and innovation challenges; select and prepare participating teams; and coordinate the development of prototypes, applications, business models, pitch decks, and presentations.</p> <p>Teaching responsibilities may include undergraduate or graduate courses in engineering entrepreneurship, innovation management, product development, design thinking, technology commercialization, startup development, or related areas.</p> <p>Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, mentoring, organizational, and partnership-development skills. Evidence of impact—such as incubators or programs established, ventures supported, student teams mentored, competition placements, funding secured, prototypes commercialized, or partnerships developed—will be highly valued.</p> <p>The Lebanese American University is an equal opportunity employer operating in Lebanon under a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York.</p> <p>Interested candidates should apply electronically with the subject line:</p> <p><strong>SOE Position in Instructor or Professor of Practice in Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation</strong></p> <p>Applications should include the following:</p> <ul> <li>A letter of intent</li> <li>A curriculum vitae</li> <li>A brief portfolio or statement describing relevant accomplishments, including incubators or programs developed, ventures supported, competitions undertaken, funding secured, and ecosystem partnerships established</li> <li>A brief statement outlining the candidate’s proposed approach to developing engineering incubation, venture development, and student competition-readiness activities at LAU</li> <li>The names of three references</li> </ul></p><p></p>

<p><h4>Department</h4> <p>Industrial and Mechanical Engineering</p> <h4>Discipline</h4> <p>Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation</p> <h4>Campus</h4> <p>Byblos</p> <h4>Position</h4> <p>Instructor or Professor of Practice</p> <h4>Expected start date</h4> <p>Fall 2026 or Spring 2027</p> <p>The Department of Industrial and Mechanical Engineering at the Lebanese American University School of Engineering, located in Byblos, Lebanon, invites applications for an Instructor or Professor of Practice position in the broad area of Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation.</p> <p>Applications will be reviewed continuously until the position is filled. The expected start date is September 2026 or January 2027. The appointment rank will depend on the candidate’s academic qualifications, professional experience, and demonstrated accomplishments.</p> <p>Candidates must hold a BE/BS degree in engineering and at least a master’s degree in entrepreneurship, innovation, technology management, commercialization, or a closely related field. A doctoral degree is considered an asset but is not required. Candidates should demonstrate substantial professional experience and a record of achievement in technology entrepreneurship, innovation-program development, incubation, startup development, or research commercialization.</p> <p>The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the development and operation of the School of Engineering’s entrepreneurship and innovation initiatives. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas:</p> <ul> <li>Developing, managing, or contributing substantially to an incubator, accelerator, pre-incubation program, university innovation hub, or technology-transfer initiative</li> <li>Designing and managing structured venture-development pipelines that support teams from idea generation through technical validation, prototyping, market validation, funding readiness, and venture launch</li> <li>Recruiting, selecting, mentoring, and managing cohorts of student or faculty-led innovation teams</li> <li>Preparing student teams for national, regional, and international innovation, entrepreneurship, startup, and engineering-design competitions</li> <li>Coaching teams in prototype refinement, business-model development, market validation, written applications, financial planning, pitch-deck preparation, and live pitching</li> <li>Organizing startup bootcamps, hackathons, demo days, pitch competitions, and industry-sponsored innovation challenges</li> <li>Supporting the commercialization of university research and the development of market-ready technologies</li> <li>Founding, co-founding, advising, or mentoring technology startups</li> <li>Securing proof-of-concept, commercialization, industry-sponsored, or venture-development funding</li> <li>Developing partnerships with industry, investors, alumni, entrepreneurs, accelerators, incubators, innovation hubs, technology-transfer offices, public agencies, and funding organizations</li> <li>Transforming engineering concepts into validated prototypes and minimum viable products</li> <li>Applying design thinking, rapid prototyping, product-development, hardware/software integration, and product-lifecycle principles</li> <li>Assessing technical feasibility, commercial viability, intellectual-property potential, market opportunities, regulatory requirements, risk, valuation, and scaling strategies</li> </ul> <p>The successful candidate will be expected to cultivate an innovation-driven culture within engineering education and to equip students with the skills needed to transform ideas into viable products and ventures. The candidate will mentor students and faculty, supervise entrepreneurship- and commercialization-oriented projects, support engineering capstone teams with venture potential, and help establish a systematic pipeline for identifying and advancing promising innovations.</p> <p>The candidate will also identify suitable competitions, funding opportunities, accelerator programs, and innovation challenges; select and prepare participating teams; and coordinate the development of prototypes, applications, business models, pitch decks, and presentations.</p> <p>Teaching responsibilities may include undergraduate or graduate courses in engineering entrepreneurship, innovation management, product development, design thinking, technology commercialization, startup development, or related areas.</p> <p>Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, mentoring, organizational, and partnership-development skills. Evidence of impact—such as incubators or programs established, ventures supported, student teams mentored, competition placements, funding secured, prototypes commercialized, or partnerships developed—will be highly valued.</p> <p>The Lebanese American University is an equal opportunity employer operating in Lebanon under a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York.</p> <p>Interested candidates should apply electronically with the subject line:</p> <p><strong>SOE Position in Instructor or Professor of Practice in Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation</strong></p> <p>Applications should include the following:</p> <ul> <li>A letter of intent</li> <li>A curriculum vitae</li> <li>A brief portfolio or statement describing relevant accomplishments, including incubators or programs developed, ventures supported, competitions undertaken, funding secured, and ecosystem partnerships established</li> <li>A brief statement outlining the candidate’s proposed approach to developing engineering incubation, venture development, and student competition-readiness activities at LAU</li> <li>The names of three references</li> </ul></p><p></p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The ultimate result of service of the consultancy is to support ESCWA in providing technical assistance and capacity development to PCBS on risk management for statistical work, using the GSBPM as the main reference framework. The support will help PCBS staff review current arrangements, identify gaps and priority areas, and develop practical tools, procedures and a phased action plan aligned with the existing national strategy for the development of statistics and the requirements of the National Statistical System.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>3 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) submitted a technical cooperation request to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) for technical advisory and capacity-development support in risk management for statistical work. The request aims to strengthen the capacity of PCBS staff to identify, assess, mitigate and monitor risks that may affect the production of official statistics, in accordance with the Generic Statistical Business Process Model (GSBPM). The GSBPM will serve as the main reference framework for linking risk management to the phases of statistical production. This support is particularly relevant in the Palestinian context, where political, security and humanitarian conditions may affect field data collection, access to certain areas and population groups, staff mobility, administrative data flows, digital infrastructure, dissemination, and the continuity of statistical production. ESCWA will provide the requested support with the assistance of an international consultant. The proposed support will focus on enabling PCBS staff to develop a practical and applicable approach for managing risks related to statistical work according to the GSBPM phases, strengthening institutional preparedness, continuity, quality and reliability of official statistics, and ensuring alignment with the existing national strategy for the development of statistics and coordination requirements within the National Statistical System. Technical support is expected to start remotely during the initial phase. It may subsequently be built upon through more interactive technical support and capacity-development modalities, including in-person technical meetings, face-to-face training or a hybrid format, whenever feasible, as a future direction to be considered in light of progress and available resources. Duties and Responsibilities Under the overall supervision of ESCWA's Project Coordinator and in close coordination with PCBS, the consultant will: 1. Undertake a review of the current situation, covering relevant documents, policies, procedures and practices, complemented by interviews and working sessions with the relevant technical and administrative departments. 2. Support PCBS in assessing risks across the main phases of the GSBPM: needs, design, build, collection, processing, analysis, dissemination and evaluation. 3. Provide online technical guidance and capacity-development sessions on risk concepts, GSBPM-based risk mapping, risk registers, mitigation measures, monitoring and reporting. 4. Assist PCBS in developing a practical risk management approach for statistical work, including roles, responsibilities, coordination mechanisms, escalation procedures and review arrangements. 5. Support the preparation of practical tools and templates, including a risk register, risk assessment matrix, mitigation plan, monitoring format and reporting template. 6. Assist PCBS in preparing a phased action plan for implementation, including priority activities, roles and responsibilities, timeline, technical and institutional needs, and monitoring and evaluation indicators, ensuring alignment with the existing national strategy for the development of statistics and the requirements of the National Statistical System. The action plan should include a pilot phase to test the proposed tools and templates before their adoption and scale-up, as well as a clear mechanism for knowledge transfer and sustainability of institutional application, and finalize outputs based on comments from ESCWA and PCBS.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A Master's degree in statistics, data management, risk management, public administration, institutional development or a related field is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. At least seven years of relevant professional experience in official statistics, statistical systems, risk management, business continuity or institutional governance is required. Demonstrated knowledge of the GSBPM and its application in official statistics is required. Experience working with national statistical offices or public institutions and in capacity development or online training is desirable. Knowledge of crisis-affected or fragile contexts is desirable. Excellent analytical, drafting and communication skills are desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required, and knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<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>

<p>Submission guidelines The screening process will be completed within the four coming weeks; Due to the large volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to application queries, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The ICRC is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all its employees. Inclusion is embedded in the principles and values of the Movement as it is committed to non-discrimination, as confirmed by the principles of humanity and impartiality, and is open to all, as confirmed by the principle of unity. We are continually taking steps to improve diversity and inclusion within the organization as well as ensure it is embedded in our programming. We are committed to ensuring fair and equitable recruitment and promotion opportunities for all individuals and welcome all qualified candidates to apply to positions at the ICRC. Further, we are committed to achieving gender parity for our staff in management positions, as part of our institutional strategy objectives related to inclusion. Recruitment &amp; Selection Process: 1. Written test 50% - Passing grade: 60/100 - Highest 5 graded-succeeding candidates to be considered for the interview 2. Interview 50% Total average weighted score will identify the candidate selected for the position Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Lebanon.</p><p>What we do Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence. In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on. We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats.</p><p>Purpose The Emergency Room Nurse, as part of the ICRC Health team, serves in the Emergency Departments of South Governmental Hospitals, promoting and ensuring high quality care that meets national and international standards. S/he represents the ICRC in the hospital Emergency Departments, ensuring smooth and efficient cooperation with hospital teams and securing emergency patients access to and continuum of health care. S/he supports, coaches, and builds the capacity of emergency department health staff in their specific and general nursing care, meeting departmental goals and ICRC objectives. S/he contributes to a capacity and training strategy including SOPs, guidelines, rules &amp; regulations and promotes their practical implementation to improve the clinical management of patients and emergency preparedness.</p><p>Accountabilities &amp; functional responsibilities</p><ul><li>Collaborates with the hospital teams in the facilitation of access and continuum of health care, respecting ICRC pathways for vulnerable emergency patients.</li><li>Helps in the implementation and adaptation of patient documentation systems in the Emergency Departments.</li><li>Ensures smooth and efficient cooperation with the relevant ICRC and hospital counterparts in the Emergency Department and provides relevant support to both internal and external partners including audits, chart reviews, and other activities agreed on with hospital management.</li><li>Follows measurable goals of correct triage procedures, patient flow, and timely treatment.</li><li>Promotes and ensures high quality specific and general nursing care and clinical management meeting national and international standards, including direct patient care whenever needed.</li><li>Establishes a safe patient environment by implementing infection prevention and control measures, hygiene standards, and patient safety protocols (e.g. safe medication administration).</li><li>Contributes to a safe and conducive working environment in the Emergency Department, focusing on non-violent communication even under challenging conditions.</li><li>Builds the capacity of health staff in the Emergency Departments by supporting and coaching them in their daily performance. Performs and reports on daily patient rounds with the ICRC and hospital team, including emergency, wards, and high dependency units when relevant.</li><li>Contributes to the emergency department capacity and training strategy, including monitoring and lessons learned, meeting departmental goals and ICRC objectives, with a focus on acute trauma care.</li><li>Conducts weekly case reviews or educational activities directly related to emergency or trauma management.</li><li>Promotes staff training on the medical equipment available in the Emergency Department, ensuring proper use and maintenance.</li><li>Supports the development and the practical implementation of rules &amp; regulations, SOPs, and guidelines following national, international and ICRC standards to improve the clinical management of emergency patients.</li><li>Ensures rational use of drugs and consumables, oversees timely reordering, and follows up on emergency mass casualty stock and PPE supply in coordination with hospital staff.</li><li>Collects accurate data through timely completion and filing of predefined patient/hospital-related documents.</li><li>Participates effectively in the emergency-preparedness and response measures of the Emergency Departments (Mass casualty plan) and the entire hospital (contingency plans), including surveys and drills.</li></ul><p>Aspired trainings</p><ul><li>ER Related Training like :BLS and ACLS are a must have,</li><li>ERTC, BEC and MCM are an asset</li></ul><p>Certifications / Education required</p><ul><li>Bachelor s degree in Nursing</li><li>License to practice, Valid registration with the order of Nurses in Lebanon is required.</li></ul><p>Professional experience required</p><ul><li>3 to 5 years' overall work experience in a hospital, including 1 to 3 years' practice in ER</li></ul><p>Desired skills</p><ul><li>Leadership: Proficient</li><li>Accountability: Proficient</li><li>People Management : Proficient</li><li>Teamwork &amp; Collaboration: Proficient</li><li>Representing the ICRC: Proficient</li><li>Beneficiary &amp; Client focused: Proficient</li><li>Professional Ethics and Principled Approach: Proficient</li><li>Patient Care Skills: Proficient</li><li>Analytical thinking: Proficient</li><li>Infection Prevention and Control Knowledge and Practice: Proficient</li><li>Results and Quality Focus: Basic</li><li>Public Health Approach and Continuum of Care: Proficient</li></ul><p>Language</p><ul><li>Arabic: Native</li><li>English: Full professional working</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor s degree in Nursing</li><li>License to practice, Valid registration with the order of Nurses in Lebanon is required.</li><li>3 to 5 years' overall work experience in a hospital, including 1 to 3 years' practice in ER</li><li>ER Related Training like :BLS and ACLS are a must have, ERTC, BEC and MCM are an asset</li><li>Arabic: Native</li><li>English: Full professional working</li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span>We are seeking a skilled and passionate Barista – Specialty Hot Drinks to join our hospitality team.<br> The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of specialty coffee and hot beverage preparation, with a passion for delivering high-quality drinks and exceptional guest experiences.<br> The Barista will be responsible for preparing and serving a range of specialty coffees, signature hot drinks, teas, and other crafted beverages , while maintaining consistency, presentation, and quality throughout service.<br> The successful candidate should be confident working in a high-volume environment and have excellent attention to detail.<br> Key Responsibilities: Prepare and serve high-quality specialty coffee and hot beverages according to established recipes and presentation standards.<br> Prepare espresso-based beverages including espresso, Americano, cappuccino, latte, flat white, macchiato, mocha, and other specialty drinks .<br> Prepare and execute signature hot drinks , including seasonal and creative beverage recipes.<br> Create and maintain high-quality latte art where required.<br> Demonstrate strong knowledge of espresso extraction, milk steaming, texturing, and temperature control.<br> Produce consistent and high-quality drinks while maintaining appropriate speed during busy service periods.<br> Prepare specialty teas, hot chocolate, chai, matcha, and other non-coffee hot beverages as required.<br> Follow standard recipes, portion sizes, preparation methods, and presentation guidelines.<br> Maintain a clean, organised, and fully stocked barista station throughout service.<br> Operate and care for espresso machines, grinders, brewing equipment, and other beverage equipment correctly.<br> Carry out daily opening and closing procedures, including equipment cleaning and calibration.<br> Monitor coffee, milk, syrups, garnishes, cups, and other beverage supplies and communicate replenishment requirements.<br> Minimise product waste while maintaining quality and consistency.<br> Follow all food safety, hygiene, health, and safety procedures.<br> Ensure all beverages are presented according to the concept's quality and aesthetic standards.<br> Work closely with the service and kitchen teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations.<br> Assist with the development and testing of new specialty beverages and seasonal drink menus when required.<br> Maintain a professional appearance, positive attitude, and high level of personal hygiene at all times.<br> At SIHAMCO, we believe in rewarding our team with more than just a job — we offer an inspiring work environment and real opportunities for growth.<br> Our benefits include: Competitive salary packages – aligned with market standards and experience Visa (1 year temp) &amp; Flights into the country for non-citizens Accommodation Transportation Allowance Career development &amp; Internal promotions – grow with us across departments and seasons Creative &amp; collaborative work culture – built on passion, innovation, and attention to detail Exposure to high-end hospitality &amp; entertainment concepts – gain experience in premium F&amp;B and entertainment Experience working on premium events within The Groves, Riyadh Season Cultural diversity – join a team of passionate professionals from around the world Join Us Whether you’re an emerging talent or a seasoned professional, SIHAMCO offers a platform to grow, create, and shape history.<br> Each concept we launch is a new chapter in a legacy that belongs to Saudi Arabia and speaks to the world.<br> 2 years' experience as a Barista in a specialty coffee shop, premium restaurant, hotel, café, or high-end hospitality environment.<br> Strong knowledge of specialty coffee preparation and espresso-based beverages .<br> Proven ability to operate and maintain professional espresso machines and grinders.<br> Strong milk steaming, texturing, and latte art skills.<br> Experience preparing signature and specialty hot beverages .<br> Knowledge of coffee beans, roast profiles, extraction, and basic coffee brewing principles.<br> Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.<br> Excellent customer service and communication skills.<br> Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume environment.<br> Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency.<br> Professional grooming and presentation.<br> Fluent English communication skills; additional languages are an advantage.<br> Barista or specialty coffee certification is preferred.<br> About The Company SIHAMCO is a strategic partner operating proudly under the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), National Events Center (NEC), Riyadh Season and Jeddah Season since 2019.<br> At SIHAMCO, we don’t just lead Saudi Arabia’s hospitality and entertainment evolution—we create it from the ground up.<br> Since 2008, we’ve been designing, constructing, and operating exceptional experiences that blend local authenticity with global standards.<br> Every destination and concept we launch reflects our commitment to cultural storytelling, creative excellence, and operational precision.<br> Crafting a Homegrown Legacy All brands under SIHAMCO are homegrown Saudi concepts, fully developed in-house — from initial vision and brand identity to concept creation, design, execution and operation.<br> We don’t import ideas; we build them — crafting unforgettable experiences from scratch that resonate deeply with both local and international audiences.<br> Our Signature Brands Every brand under our umbrella is proudly reflecting the heart and soul of Saudi culture, while achieving international acclaim.<br> With over 25 original homegrown brands, SIHAMCO not only sets — but consistently surpasses — global standards in Entertainment, Hospitality, F&amp;B, Lifestyle, Wellness, Family &amp; Pet Entertainment Experience.<br> Our signature ventures: The Groves, ZodiaC Cuisine, Little Krazy, LucaLand, LucaPark, The Polar Ice Bar, Milk &amp; Butter Nail Spa, Kooz Karak, Birds of Eden, El Lechazo, Khawaja Yanni, Zama Zulu, Hawanim Groves City, Vida Vera, The Groves Pizzeria and Gem-In-I showcase what it means to innovate locally and shine globally.<br> Our brands are also registered across the GCC and internationally such as the United Kingdom, Egypt, Morocco etc ensuring full legal protection and readiness for global expansion.<br> We Are Only Getting Started!<br> Several exciting new concepts and brands are currently under development, with launches planned in the coming months.<br> From bold new ideas to thoughtfully crafted experiences, SIHAMCO continues to grow its portfolio with originality, creativity and cultural pride.<br> People First Our team is our greatest asset—a dynamic mix of local talent and international expertise, all united by a passion for excellence.<br> We nurture careers, encourage creativity, and build leaders.<br></span> </div>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>The IC is to provide specialized technical expertise in the implementation, administration, monitoring, and optimization of cloud infrastructure and DevOps platforms within Microsoft Azure. The IC will be responsible for ensuring the availability, security, scalability, and performance of enterprise systems, managing CI/CD pipelines, and writing Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Crucially, the IC will work in close coordination with the internal development team to analyze existing on-premises application architectures, gather deployment requirements, and translate current on-premises VM resource metrics into optimized, cloud-native Azure resource allocations. The consultant will also execute the tactical technical migration of legacy systems from an on-premises Proxmox virtualization environment to the Microsoft Azure cloud platform.</p><p><strong>Work Location</strong> UN-House ESCWA / Hybrid</p><p><strong>Expected duration</strong> 6 months</p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Background:</strong> The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) forms part of the United Nations Secretariat and, like the other regional commissions, operates under the supervision of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. ESCWA comprises 21 Arab countries in Western Asia and North Africa. ESCWA provides a framework for the formulation and harmonization of sectoral policies for member countries, a platform for congress and coordination, a home for expertise and knowledge, and an information observatory. ESCWA activities are coordinated with the divisions and main offices of the Headquarters of the United Nations, specialized agencies, and international and regional organizations, including the League of Arab States and its subsidiary bodies, and the Gulf Cooperation Council.</p><p>This position is located in the Decision-Support and Data Science Division (DSDSD). The Decision-Support and Data Science Division is part of ESCWA's broader modernization and innovation efforts, providing advanced analytics, secure digital platforms, and decision-support services within ESCWA, other UN entities, and Member States. Aligned with the UN 2.0 agenda and grounded in operational resilience, DSDS leverages cutting-edge hybrid infrastructure, scalable cloud tech frameworks, and modern deployment models to ensure high availability, security, and performance for critical digital assets. Its core functions include enterprise cloud environment management, infrastructure automation, continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) optimization, and the migration of legacy on-premises platforms to advanced public cloud ecosystems. Through these capabilities, DSDS maintains reliable, enterprise-grade digital decision-support tools that empower evidence-based decision-making and foster organizational efficiency across the region.</p><p>Under the supervision of the Chief of the Decision-Support and Data Science Division and in close collaboration with the infrastructure and digital development teams, the Individual Contractor (IC) will support the implementation, automation, secure hosting, and optimization of core cloud systems and scalable technology environments to support strategic initiative delivery.</p><p><strong>Duties and responsibilities:</strong> The Cloud Systems and DevOps Analyst will perform the following tasks:</p><ul><li><strong>Cloud Infrastructure Implementation &amp; Administration:</strong><ul><li>Deploy, manage, and optimize enterprise-scale cloud resources within Microsoft Azure, ensuring optimal performance, governance, and resource utilization.</li><li>Administer hybrid virtualization architectures, transitioning existing virtual machines and workloads out of the on-premises Proxmox environment into designated Azure landing zones.</li><li>Maintain and configure base operating systems across enterprise Windows Server and Linux environments hosted in the cloud.</li></ul></li><li><strong>DevOps Platform Engineering &amp; Infrastructure as Code (IaC):</strong><ul><li>Design, build, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to support rapid, secure, and reliable software delivery cycles.</li><li>Author, review, and maintain infrastructure state using Infrastructure as Code tools, specifically Terraform, Bicep, and ARM Templates.</li><li>Develop automated operational scripts utilizing PowerShell to streamline recurring system administration and provisioning tasks.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Application Lifecycle &amp; Developer Collaboration:</strong><ul><li>Work closely with the development team to audit existing on-premises hosted applications and gather technical requirements for upcoming Azure cloud deployments.</li><li>Analyze the resource utilization and architectural dependencies of applications currently running on on-premises virtual machines to determine the optimal Azure cloud topology.</li><li>Evaluate and recommend whether applications should be migrated as traditional Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) virtual machines or refactored into cloud-native Azure resources (such as App Services, Azure SQL, or container instances) to maximize scalability and cost-efficiency.</li><li>Provide technical guidance to developers regarding cloud deployment pathways, access control configurations, and performance optimization on Azure.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Cloud Security, Identity, &amp; Monitoring:</strong><ul><li>Manage cloud governance, object lifecycles, and secure identity mapping through Azure Active Directory (Azure AD / Entra ID).</li><li>Configure comprehensive observability setups using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to establish proactive system alerts, log analysis, and performance tracking.</li><li>Implement infrastructure hardening, security controls, and operational best practices across all deployed cloud frameworks.</li></ul></li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cloud Engineering, System Administration, or related technical fields is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.</li><li>A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in system administration, IT infrastructure operations, or cloud platforms architecture is required.</li><li>Demonstrated hands-on experience deploying, administering, and monitoring production cloud environments using Microsoft Azure is required.</li><li>Proven experience building automated CI/CD pipelines and developing infrastructure deployments utilizing Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM Templates) is required.</li><li>Proven experience collaborating directly with software development teams to extract application performance metrics, translate software requirements into infrastructure specifications, and plan application modernization strategies is required.</li><li>Solid technical proficiency in scripting with PowerShell and configuring core infrastructure services, including Windows Server, Linux, and Azure Active Directory, is required.</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required.</li><li>Practical technical experience supporting or executing system migrations from on-premises hypervisors (specifically Proxmox VE or VMware) to public cloud environments (Microsoft Azure) is highly desirable.</li><li>Official Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.</li><li>Fluency in English is required and knowledge of Arabic is desirable.</li></ul><p></p></section>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The IC will provide specialized technical expertise in the implementation, administration, monitoring, and optimization of cloud infrastructure and DevOps platforms within Microsoft Azure. The IC will be responsible for ensuring the availability, security, scalability, and performance of enterprise systems, managing CI/CD pipelines, and writing Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Crucially, the IC will work in close coordination with the internal development team to analyze existing on-premises application architectures, gather deployment requirements, and translate current on-premises VM resource metrics into optimized, cloud-native Azure resource allocations. The IC will also execute the tactical technical migration of legacy systems from an on-premises Proxmox virtualization environment to the Microsoft Azure cloud platform.<br> Work Location<br>UN-House ESCWA<br> Expected duration<br>6 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background: The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) forms part of the United Nations Secretariat and, like the other regional commissions, operates under the supervision of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. ESCWA comprises 21 Arab countries in Western Asia and North Africa. ESCWA provides a framework for the formulation and harmonization of sectoral policies for member countries, a platform for congress and coordination, a home for expertise and knowledge, and an information observatory. ESCWA activities are coordinated with the divisions and main offices of the Headquarters of the United Nations, specialized agencies, and international and regional organizations, including the League of Arab States and its subsidiary bodies, and the Gulf Cooperation Council. This position is located in the Decision-Support and Data Science Division (DSDSD). The Decision-Support and Data Science Division is part of ESCWA's broader modernization and innovation efforts, providing advanced analytics, secure digital platforms, and decision-support services within ESCWA, other UN entities, and Member States. Aligned with the UN 2.0 agenda and grounded in operational resilience, DSDS leverages cutting-edge hybrid infrastructure, scalable cloud tech frameworks, and modern deployment models to ensure high availability, security, and performance for critical digital assets. Its core functions include enterprise cloud environment management, infrastructure automation, continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) optimization, and the migration of legacy on-premises platforms to advanced public cloud ecosystems. Through these capabilities, DSDS maintains reliable, enterprise-grade digital decision-support tools that empower evidence-based decision-making and foster organizational efficiency across the region. Under the supervision of the Chief of the Decision-Support and Data Science Division and in close collaboration with the infrastructure and digital development teams, the Individual Contractor (IC) will support the implementation, automation, secure hosting, and optimization of core cloud systems and scalable technology environments to support strategic initiative delivery. Duties and responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the IC will be responsible for independently performing the following: - Cloud Infrastructure Implementation &amp; Administration: o Deploy, manage, and optimize enterprise-scale cloud resources within Microsoft Azure, ensuring optimal performance, governance, and resource utilization. o Administer hybrid virtualization architectures, transitioning existing virtual machines and workloads out of the on-premises Proxmox environment into designated Azure landing zones. o Maintain and configure base operating systems across enterprise Windows Server and Linux environments hosted in the cloud. - DevOps Platform Engineering &amp; Infrastructure as Code (IaC): o Design, build, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to support rapid, secure, and reliable software delivery cycles. o Author, review, and maintain infrastructure state using Infrastructure as Code tools, specifically Terraform, Bicep, and ARM Templates. o Develop automated operational scripts utilizing PowerShell to streamline recurring system administration and provisioning tasks. - Application Lifecycle &amp; Developer Collaboration: o Work closely with the development team to audit existing on-premises hosted applications and gather technical requirements for upcoming Azure cloud deployments. o Analyze the resource utilization and architectural dependencies of applications currently running on on-premises virtual machines to determine the optimal Azure cloud topology. o Evaluate and recommend whether applications should be migrated as traditional Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) virtual machines or refactored into cloud-native Azure resources (such as App Services, Azure SQL, or container instances) to maximize scalability and cost-efficiency. o Provide technical guidance to developers regarding cloud deployment pathways, access control configurations, and performance optimization on Azure. - Cloud Security, Identity, &amp; Monitoring: o Manage cloud governance, object lifecycles, and secure identity mapping through Azure Active Directory (Azure AD / Entra ID). o Configure comprehensive observability setups using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to establish proactive system alerts, log analysis, and performance tracking. o Implement infrastructure hardening, security controls, and operational best practices across all deployed cloud frameworks.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cloud Engineering, System Administration, or related technical fields is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in system administration, IT infrastructure operations, or cloud platforms architecture is required. Demonstrated hands-on experience deploying, administering, and monitoring production cloud environments using Microsoft Azure is required. Proven experience building automated CI/CD pipelines and developing infrastructure deployments utilizing Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM Templates) is required. Proven experience collaborating directly with software development teams to extract application performance metrics, translate software requirements into infrastructure specifications, and plan application modernization strategies is required. Solid technical proficiency in scripting with PowerShell and configuring core infrastructure services, including Windows Server, Linux, and Azure Active Directory, is desirable. Practical technical experience supporting or executing system migrations from on-premises hypervisors (specifically Proxmox VE or VMware) to public cloud environments (Microsoft Azure) is highly desirable. Official Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required and knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.<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"> Result of Service<br>The IC is to provide specialized technical expertise in the implementation, administration, monitoring, and optimization of cloud infrastructure and DevOps platforms within Microsoft Azure. The IC will be responsible for ensuring the availability, security, scalability, and performance of enterprise systems, managing CI/CD pipelines, and writing Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Crucially, the IC will work in close coordination with the internal development team to analyze existing on-premises application architectures, gather deployment requirements, and translate current on-premises VM resource metrics into optimized, cloud-native Azure resource allocations. The consultant will also execute the tactical technical migration of legacy systems from an on-premises Proxmox virtualization environment to the Microsoft Azure cloud platform.<br> Work Location<br>UN-House ESCWA / Hybrid<br> Expected duration<br>6 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background: The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) forms part of the United Nations Secretariat and, like the other regional commissions, operates under the supervision of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. ESCWA comprises 21 Arab countries in Western Asia and North Africa. ESCWA provides a framework for the formulation and harmonization of sectoral policies for member countries, a platform for congress and coordination, a home for expertise and knowledge, and an information observatory. ESCWA activities are coordinated with the divisions and main offices of the Headquarters of the United Nations, specialized agencies, and international and regional organizations, including the League of Arab States and its subsidiary bodies, and the Gulf Cooperation Council. This position is located in the Decision-Support and Data Science Division (DSDSD). The Decision-Support and Data Science Division is part of ESCWA's broader modernization and innovation efforts, providing advanced analytics, secure digital platforms, and decision-support services within ESCWA, other UN entities, and Member States. Aligned with the UN 2.0 agenda and grounded in operational resilience, DSDS leverages cutting-edge hybrid infrastructure, scalable cloud tech frameworks, and modern deployment models to ensure high availability, security, and performance for critical digital assets. Its core functions include enterprise cloud environment management, infrastructure automation, continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) optimization, and the migration of legacy on-premises platforms to advanced public cloud ecosystems. Through these capabilities, DSDS maintains reliable, enterprise-grade digital decision-support tools that empower evidence-based decision-making and foster organizational efficiency across the region. Under the supervision of the Chief of the Decision-Support and Data Science Division and in close collaboration with the infrastructure and digital development teams, the Individual Contractor (IC) will support the implementation, automation, secure hosting, and optimization of core cloud systems and scalable technology environments to support strategic initiative delivery. Duties and responsibilities: The Cloud Systems and DevOps Analyst will perform the following tasks: - Cloud Infrastructure Implementation &amp; Administration: o Deploy, manage, and optimize enterprise-scale cloud resources within Microsoft Azure, ensuring optimal performance, governance, and resource utilization. o Administer hybrid virtualization architectures, transitioning existing virtual machines and workloads out of the on-premises Proxmox environment into designated Azure landing zones. o Maintain and configure base operating systems across enterprise Windows Server and Linux environments hosted in the cloud. - DevOps Platform Engineering &amp; Infrastructure as Code (IaC): o Design, build, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to support rapid, secure, and reliable software delivery cycles. o Author, review, and maintain infrastructure state using Infrastructure as Code tools, specifically Terraform, Bicep, and ARM Templates. o Develop automated operational scripts utilizing PowerShell to streamline recurring system administration and provisioning tasks. - Application Lifecycle &amp; Developer Collaboration: o Work closely with the development team to audit existing on-premises hosted applications and gather technical requirements for upcoming Azure cloud deployments. o Analyze the resource utilization and architectural dependencies of applications currently running on on-premises virtual machines to determine the optimal Azure cloud topology. o Evaluate and recommend whether applications should be migrated as traditional Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) virtual machines or refactored into cloud-native Azure resources (such as App Services, Azure SQL, or container instances) to maximize scalability and cost-efficiency. o Provide technical guidance to developers regarding cloud deployment pathways, access control configurations, and performance optimization on Azure. - Cloud Security, Identity, &amp; Monitoring: o Manage cloud governance, object lifecycles, and secure identity mapping through Azure Active Directory (Azure AD / Entra ID). o Configure comprehensive observability setups using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to establish proactive system alerts, log analysis, and performance tracking. o Implement infrastructure hardening, security controls, and operational best practices across all deployed cloud frameworks.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cloud Engineering, System Administration, or related technical fields is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in system administration, IT infrastructure operations, or cloud platforms architecture is required. Demonstrated hands-on experience deploying, administering, and monitoring production cloud environments using Microsoft Azure is required. Proven experience building automated CI/CD pipelines and developing infrastructure deployments utilizing Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM Templates) is required. Proven experience collaborating directly with software development teams to extract application performance metrics, translate software requirements into infrastructure specifications, and plan application modernization strategies is required. Solid technical proficiency in scripting with PowerShell and configuring core infrastructure services, including Windows Server, Linux, and Azure Active Directory, is required. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required. Practical technical experience supporting or executing system migrations from on-premises hypervisors (specifically Proxmox VE or VMware) to public cloud environments (Microsoft Azure) is highly desirable. Official Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required and knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.<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>