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Responsibilities: <br> <br>1-Prepare and serve coffee, espresso, tea, and other beverages according to company standards. <br>2-Take customer orders accurately. <br>3-Provide friendly and professional customer service. <br>4-Operate coffee machines, grinders and other café equipment. <br>5-Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the equipment, and work area. <br>6-Restock coffee, milk, cups, and other supplies as needed. <br>7-Follow food safety and health regulations. <br>8-Handle customer questions and concerns professionally. <br>9-Work efficiently during busy periods while maintaining product quality. <br>10-Support other team members with daily operations. <br> <br>Requirements: <br> <br>1-Previous barista experience is required. <br>2-Good communication and customer-service skills. <br>3-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. <br>4-Positive attitude and willingness to learn. <br>5-Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

Job Purpose <br>The Senior Warehouse Manager is responsible for the overall management and performance of the Central Warehouse in Hadath, ensuring the efficient receiving, storage, stock, order preparation, and distribution of all company inventory. <br>The role oversees all warehouse operations across multiple storage categories, including Raw Materials, Packaging Materials, FMCG Supermarket Products, Fresh & Frozen Products, Non-Food Items, Operational Supplies, and Company Assets, ensuring inventory accuracy, product quality, operational efficiency, and compliance with company policies and food safety standards. <br>The Senior Warehouse Manager leads warehouse personnel, optimizes warehouse capacity and productivity, maintains inventory integrity, and ensures the timely and accurate replenishment of all company branches and operational departments. The role works closely with Procurement, Production, Quality Assurance, Inventory Control, Logistics, Finance, and Branch Operations to support uninterrupted business operations and achieve the company's operational objectives. <br>Scope of Responsibility <br>The Senior Warehouse Manager is responsible for the management and control of all warehouse areas, including but not limited to: <br>• Raw Materials Warehouse <br>• Packaging Materials Warehouse <br>• FMCG & Supermarket Products Warehouse <br>• Chilled Storage <br>• Frozen Storage <br>• Dry Storage <br>• Non-Food Items Warehouse <br>• Cleaning Chemicals Storage <br>• Returned Goods Area <br>• Dispatch & Staging Area <br> <br>Main Responsibilities <br>Warehouse Operations <br>• Direct and oversee all warehouse operations across all storage categories. <br>• Ensure the efficient receipt, storage, replenishment, picking, packing, and dispatch of all products. <br>• Develop and implement warehouse policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). <br>• Optimize warehouse space utilization while maintaining product accessibility and safety. <br>• Ensure products are stored under the required environmental and temperature conditions. <br>• Monitor warehouse productivity and implement continuous improvement initiatives. <br>Inventory Management <br>• Maintain accurate inventory records for all product categories. <br>• Ensure all inventory movements are recorded accurately in the ERP system. <br>• Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment requirements. <br>• Lead cycle counts and annual physical inventories. <br>• Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions. <br>• Ensure FIFO and FEFO principles are consistently applied where applicable. <br> <br>Receiving & Dispatch <br>• Oversee the receiving of products from local and international suppliers. <br>• Ensure all incoming goods are inspected and verified against purchase orders and delivery documents. <br>• Ensure timely preparation and dispatch of branch orders and internal transfers. <br>• Monitor loading activities to ensure accuracy and prevent product damage. <br> <br>Team Leadership <br>• Lead, mentor, and develop warehouse managers, supervisors, storekeepers, inventory controllers, and warehouse staff. <br>• Allocate resources effectively to meet operational demands. <br>• Conduct performance evaluations and identify training and development needs. <br>• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. <br> <br>Quality, Food Safety & Compliance <br>• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, company quality standards, and regulatory requirements. <br>• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization. <br>• Ensure proper product traceability and stock rotation. <br>• Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions. <br> <br>Health & Safety <br>• Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations. <br>• Ensure warehouse equipment is properly maintained and operated safely. <br>• Conduct regular warehouse safety inspections. <br> <br>Reporting & Performance <br>• Monitor warehouse KPIs and prepare regular operational reports. <br>• Analyze warehouse performance and recommend process improvements. <br>• Manage warehouse operating costs while maintaining service levels

<p>We are seeking an experienced Sales Manager (Commercial Manager) to lead market execution and drive commercial performance for our food distribution business in Lebanon. The ideal candidate combines strong pricing acumen with hands-on leadership of the sales team and the field, and brings a solid track record from a recognized FMCG distribution company.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Define and manage market routing to ensure optimal coverage, efficiency, and territory allocation across the sales network</li><li>Supervise, coach, and motivate the sales team to achieve volume, revenue, and distribution targets</li><li>Develop and implement pricing strategy across the product portfolio, balancing margin, competitiveness, and market positioning</li><li>Manage trade discount structures (3D discounts) and ensure their correct and consistent application in the market</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and accounts</li><li>Represent the company in the market, acting as the face of the brand with clients, retailers, and partners</li><li>Oversee the delivery/distribution fleet under his/her responsibility, ensuring efficient routing, cost control, and service levels</li><li>Monitor sell-in and sell-out performance, market share, and competitor activity, and adjust commercial tactics accordingly</li><li>Report regularly on sales performance, pricing effectiveness, and market feedback to senior management</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Minimum 7 10 years of experience in a Sales Manager / Commercial Manager role, ideally within a major FMCG food distribution company in Lebanon</p><p>Strong command of pricing strategy and commercial economics</p><p>Proven experience managing a sales team and a distribution fleet</p><p>Solid understanding of trade terms, discount structures, and route-to-market management</p><p>Ambitious, driven, and results-oriented, with a clear trajectory of career growth</p><p>Strong negotiation, leadership, and relationship-building skills</p><p>Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, client-facing environment</p><p>Fluent in Arabic and English; French is a plus</p>

<p>Accounting Department | Full-time, Onsite - Beirut</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee production costing: build and maintain standard costs, track cost variances, and report on production cost performance.</li><li>Manage inventory control: monitor stock accuracy, reconcile physical vs. system inventory, and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Lead purchasing oversight: review purchase orders, evaluate supplier pricing, and ensure procurement aligns with cost targets.</li><li>Partner with the accounting team on month-end close items related to inventory valuation, COGS, and cost accruals.</li><li>Identify and flag process gaps in the costing, inventory, or purchasing workflow, and recommend fixes.</li><li>Maintain documentation and controls around inventory and cost accounting in line with company policy.</li><li>Provide regular reporting to finance leadership on cost trends, inventory health, and purchasing performance.</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or related field.</li><li>3 5+ years of experience in cost accounting, inventory control, or purchasing (ideally in food &amp; beverage, retail, or manufacturing).</li><li>Fluent in French (spoken and written) , required.</li><li>Strong Excel skills; experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Enquest, SAP, Oracle, or similar) preferred.</li><li>Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to translate operational data into financial insight.</li><li>Able to work onsite full-time in Beirut.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or related field. 3 5+ years of experience in cost accounting, inventory control, or purchasing (ideally in food &amp; beverage, retail, or manufacturing). Fluent in French (spoken and written) , required. Strong Excel skills; experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Enquest, SAP, Oracle, or similar) preferred. Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to translate operational data into financial insight. Able to work onsite full-time in Beirut.</p>

<p>We are seeking an experienced and proactive Retail Operations Manager to oversee, mentor, and elevate our multi-branch retail network. In this pivotal role, you will be the driving force behind our diverse portfolio, supervising branches that blend premium Arabic sweets retail outlets with full-service restaurant experiences. If you thrive in high-energy environments and know how to balance strict retail standards with exceptional dining service, we want to hear from you! This position is Field-Based / Multi-Site (Requires regular branch visitation).</p><p>Multi-Unit Supervision: Direct and oversee daily operations across all company branches, ensuring consistent high performance, brand alignment, and compliance.</p><p>Dual-Concept Management: Seamlessly manage the operational differences between fast-moving retail sweet counters and experiential, sit-down restaurant environments.</p><p>Team Leadership: Train and mentor Branch Managers, fostering a culture of accountability, excellent guest relations, and career growth.</p><p>Financial Performance: Drive profitability by setting sales targets, optimizing labor costs, and controlling food/inventory waste across all locations.</p><p>Quality &amp; Compliance: Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and presentation standards, ensuring our famous Arabic sweets and culinary dishes are served perfectly every time.</p><p>Supply Chain Coordination: Partner with our central kitchen and production teams to streamline inventory tracking, logistics, and fresh daily distribution.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Bachelor s degree in Hospitality or any related field.</p><p>Minimum of 10 years of experience in operations within the F&amp;B sector, with at least 4 years in a managerial or supervisory role.</p><p>excellent communication skills, exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership skills.</p><p>Fluency in Arabic and English is required, French is a plus.</p>

Hiring Customer Service/Dispatcher (Female) for a Supermarket located in Jnah. <br>At least 3 years of related experience in a Food retail store. <br>Lebanese Only | Good English | Customer-oriented <br>Preferably residing in Jnah/Beirut <br> <br>6 days/week; 1 day-off; <br>Am Shift: 7am - 3Pm <br> <br>Salary: 600$ - 800$ (based on experience) <br>Apply: deploya.lb@gmail.com <br>“Mention the job title/Shift in the subject line”

We are seeking a professional and customer-focused Waiter/Waitress to deliver excellent dining experiences by providing attentive service, accurately taking and serving food and beverage orders, maintaining a clean and organized dining area, and ensuring guest satisfaction while working effectively as part of a team. <br> <br>Skills: <br>-Customer service <br>-Strong communication <br>-Teamwork <br>-Attention to detail <br>-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment <br>-Professionalism and reliability

We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and hands-on Restaurant Manager to join our team at our Asian restaurant featuring a Robata Grill concept in Ashrafieh, Beirut. <br> <br>Responsibilities <br>Oversee the daily operations of the restaurant and ensure smooth service <br>Lead, manage, and motivate the front-of-house and restaurant team <br>Ensure an exceptional dining experience and high level of customer service <br>Maintain the restaurant’s standards of quality, cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety <br>Manage staff scheduling, attendance, and daily administrative tasks <br>Coordinate closely with the kitchen and service teams to ensure efficient operations <br>Monitor service quality and address operational issues promptly <br>Ensure the restaurant’s standards and concept are consistently maintained <br>Requirements <br>Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager, preferably in an Asian, Japanese, or Robata/Grill restaurant <br>Strong leadership, communication, and team-management skills <br>Excellent understanding of restaurant operations and service standards <br>Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-end dining environment <br>Hands-on, organized, and detail-oriented personality <br>Strong customer-service mindset

<p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>1-Prepare and serve coffee, espresso, tea, and other beverages according to company standards.</li><li>2-Take customer orders accurately.</li><li>3-Provide friendly and professional customer service.</li><li>4-Operate coffee machines, grinders and other caf equipment.</li><li>5-Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the equipment, and work area.</li><li>6-Restock coffee, milk, cups, and other supplies as needed.</li><li>7-Follow food safety and health regulations.</li><li>8-Handle customer questions and concerns professionally.</li><li>9-Work efficiently during busy periods while maintaining product quality.</li><li>10-Support other team members with daily operations.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>1-Previous barista experience is required.</li><li>2-Good communication and customer-service skills.</li><li>3-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>4-Positive attitude and willingness to learn.</li><li>5-Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.</li></ul>

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Plant Manager to oversee the daily operations of our production, maintenance, and delivery departments. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving operational excellence, improving productivity, optimizing costs, and ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency across all plant activities. <br>The Plant Manager will be responsible for leading teams, managing resources effectively, implementing continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining compliance with operational and food safety standards

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> The overall scope of the job includes serving food and beverages to guests in the assigned outlet, providing a courteous, professional, efficient and flexible service consistent with the standards of the hotel and in line with Kempinski’s DNA values in order to encourage sales and maximize guest satisfaction.<br><br><ul><li>Assist in carrying out scheduled inventories of products and operating equipment.</li><li>Perform any other assigned reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.&nbsp;</li><li>Projecting at all times a positive and motivated attitude and exercise self-control.</li><li>Service of all Minibars within the Hotel rooms and Suites.</li><li>Stock taking of Minibar items.</li><li>Correct accounting of Minibar items and consumption to be posted in guest folio.</li><li>Regular checks of expiry dates.</li><li>Regular checks of the product quality and look of the item used, i.e damaged labels.</li><li>Correct Service procedures as per the outlines standard of performance.</li></ul> </div>

Pimp My Bar is looking for motivated and professional Waiters & Waitresses to join our team on a part-time basis for events across Lebanon. <br> <br>Responsibilities: <br>Provide professional and friendly service during events <br>Serve food and beverages efficiently <br>Assist with event setup and service preparation when required <br>Maintain cleanliness and organization of the service area <br>Coordinate with bartenders, barbacks, and the operations team <br>Follow service standards and event instructions <br> <br>Requirements: <br>Presentable, professional, and customer-oriented <br>Good communication and teamwork skills <br>Punctual, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment <br>Flexible availability, particularly for evening and weekend events <br>Ability to travel to different event locations when required <br> <br>This is a part-time, event-based position, with working days and hours depending on the event schedule

Responsibilities <br>• Perform preventive and corrective electrical maintenance. <br>• Inspect electrical panels, wiring, and control systems. <br>• Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults. <br>• Install and replace electrical equipment. <br>• Perform routine equipment inspections. <br>• Calibrate measuring instruments. <br>• Keep tools and work areas clean. <br>• Follow safety and food safety procedures. <br>Requirements <br>• BT or Technical Degree in Electrical Maintenance or a related field. <br>• 2-–3 years of experience in electrical maintenance. <br>• Physically fit to work in an industrial environment

Responsibilities <br>• Perform preventive and corrective electrical maintenance. <br>• Inspect electrical panels, wiring, and control systems. <br>• Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults. <br>• Install and replace electrical equipment. <br>• Perform routine equipment inspections. <br>• Calibrate measuring instruments. <br>• Keep tools and work areas clean. <br>• Follow safety and food safety procedures. <br>Requirements <br>• BT or Technical Degree in Electrical Maintenance or a related field. <br>• 2-–3 years of experience in electrical maintenance. <br>• Physically fit to work in an industrial environment

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>We are looking for an experienced and motivated Restaurant Manager to join our team in Ashrafieh Beirut.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee daily restaurant operations</li><li>Manage and support staff</li><li>Ensure excellent customer service</li><li>Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards</li><li>Handle scheduling and daily administrative tasks</li></ul><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>Previous restaurant management experience</li><li>Strong leadership and communication skills</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Previous restaurant management experience</li><li>Strong leadership and communication skills</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul><p></p></section>

<p>Minimum experience 5 years in fast food, grill sandwiches, and fryer operations.</p>

Read Carefully before applying. <br> <br>We are looking for an experienced Female Customer Service Representative to handle customer inquiries, complaints, key accounts, and service coordination while maintaining excellent customer satisfaction. <br>Requirements: <br> Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent <br> 2+ years of customer service/support experience <br> Previous experience in FMCG or Logistics industries is a plus. <br> Experience in Conducting research to support shipment processing. <br> Conduct analysis on the different Customer Service sheets. <br> Fluent in Arabic & English; French is a plus <br> Good knowledge of MS Office. <br> Excellent communication, phone-handling, and active listening skills <br> Strong organizational and time-management abilities <br> Customer-oriented, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure <br>Monday to Friday; 9am - 5pm <br>Salary up to 800$ - 950$ plus other benefits

<p><b>Description</b></p><p><br></p><p>Male or Female with experience in serving food and general hygiene/health policies.</p><div>&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><br></p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant will design, build and operationalize geospatial AI pipelines, models and services that turn Earth observation and other geospatial data into policy-relevant indicators and decision-support tools for Arab Member States. The work will be integrated into DSDS platforms and will strengthen ESCWA's in-house geospatial analytics capacity.<br> Work Location<br>Hybrid<br> Expected duration<br>6 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background: The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) supports its 22 Arab Member States in achieving inclusive and sustainable development through evidence-based policymaking. Within ESCWA, the Decision Support and Data Science Division (DSDS) designs and operates AI platforms, data science tools, digital portals and decision-support systems. These include the Arab Development Portal (ADP), the ISPAR policy simulator, Polaris/Naseej (a multi-agent research and policy-synthesis engine), Mustashar (an Arabic-language AI legal advisory tool), and other specialized digital tools. Geospatial data and Earth observation are becoming central to policy analysis in the region. Satellite imagery, remote sensing, mobility data and other non-traditional sources can fill statistical gaps, produce near-real-time indicators, and support monitoring where conventional data are sparse, outdated or disrupted by conflict. Examples include tracking trade flows and border activity, measuring urban expansion and informal settlements, monitoring agricultural production and water use, assessing climate and disaster exposure, and estimating economic activity at the subnational level. DSDS is building a GeoAI capability to integrate geospatial intelligence into its platforms and analytical services. This work also supports the division's forthcoming practitioner manual, GeoInsights for Policymaking: Practitioner Manual for Geospatial Analysis and Decision Support, and related Development Account and technical cooperation work on AI, geospatial and non-traditional data. To lead the technical development of this capability, ESCWA seeks a Senior GeoAI Engineer. Duties and responsibilities: Under the overall supervision of the Chief of DSDS, the consultant will: a) GeoAI architecture and data infrastructure • Design a scalable, cloud-based geospatial data architecture covering ingestion, storage, processing and serving of raster and vector data (e.g., Sentinel-1/2, Landsat, VIIRS night-time lights, commercial high-resolution imagery, OpenStreetMap, administrative boundaries). • Establish reproducible pipelines using cloud-optimized formats (COG, GeoParquet, Zarr, STAC catalogues) and tools such as Google Earth Engine, Microsoft Planetary Computer or equivalent. • Ensure interoperability with existing DSDS platforms (ADP, ISPAR, Polaris/Naseej) through APIs and standard data services (OGC-compliant where appropriate). b) Model development and use cases • Develop, fine-tune and validate machine learning and deep learning models for priority use cases. Final selection will be agreed with the supervisor within the first month. • Apply and adapt geospatial foundation models (e.g., Prithvi, SatMAE, Clay, SAM-based segmentation) where they add value over conventional approaches. • Document model performance, uncertainty and limitations, including ground-truth validation against official statistics where available. c) Decision-support products • Develop interactive geospatial dashboards and map-based decision-support tools for policymakers. • Produce subnational indicator datasets that can feed into ISPAR simulations, ADP data products and Polaris/Naseej evidence synthesis. • Explore integration of geospatial retrieval and analysis into LLM-based agentic workflows (e.g., natural-language querying of geospatial layers). d) Responsible AI and data governance • Apply ESCWA's AI governance principles to all GeoAI work, including data provenance, privacy, bias assessment (e.g., urban/rural and regional representativeness), and the sensitivities of geospatial data in conflict-affected contexts. • Prepare model cards and data documentation for all production models. e) Knowledge products and capacity development • Contribute technical content, worked examples and code notebooks to the GeoInsights for Policymaking practitioner manual. • Design and deliver at least two technical trainings or workshops for Member State officials and/or ESCWA staff. • Provide technical input to project proposals, concept notes and briefs involving geospatial and non-traditional data, as requested. • Mentor DSDS staff and junior consultants and transfer knowledge through documentation, code reviews and hands-on sessions.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A Master's degree or equivalent in geoinformatics, remote sensing, computer science, data science, geography, civil/environmental engineering or a related field is required. A PhD in a relevant field is desirable. A first-level university degree with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in geospatial data science, remote sensing or GIS engineering, including at least four years developing and deploying machine learning or deep learning models on Earth observation data is required. Demonstrated experience building production-grade geospatial pipelines on cloud platforms (e.g., Google Earth Engine, AWS, Azure, Planetary Computer) is required. Strong proficiency in Python and the geospatial stack (GDAL, rasterio, xarray, GeoPandas, PostGIS) and in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch or TensorFlow) is required. Experience with segmentation, object detection and time-series analysis of satellite imagery is required. Experience with geospatial foundation models, LLM-based geospatial workflows or MLOps practices is desirable. Experience producing policy-relevant indicators (e.g., SDG monitoring, poverty mapping, economic activity estimation) is desirable. Experience in the Arab region, in international organizations or in conflict-affected settings is desirable. A portfolio of published code, peer-reviewed papers or deployed applications is 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>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.</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. 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.</p><p><strong>Duties and responsibilities:</strong> Within delegated authority, the IC will be responsible for independently performing the following:</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><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p>