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<p>Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9) INTRODUCTION TO GGGI The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. In the Sultanate of Oman, GGGI has partnered with the Government through the leadership of the Environment Authority (EA) to develop the "Accelerating Resilience and Innovation for Sustainable Ecosystems management" (ARISE) Program. The ARISE Program is a USD 100 million initiative spanning six years, designed to deliver climate action, ecosystem restoration, and economic growth through Nature-based Solutions (NbS) integrated into the Bioeconomy and Sustainable Special Economic Zones (SSEZs). The program ultimately targets the restoration of 30,000 hectares of land, an estimated 750,000 tCO2e/year in greenhouse gas emission reductions, and the creation of over 1,000 green jobs. The implementation of the ARISE Program is structured around two phases. Phase 1 will cover 2 years, and Phase 2 will be over 4 years. The funding has been approved for Phase 1.</p><p>POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to ARISE Program Lead, the Senior Green Entrepreneurship & Accelerator Program Officer ( Senior Officer ) will design, rollout, and implement the ARISE Program s Bioeconomy Businesses Accelerator, contributing to green economic diversification in the Dhofar region. The Officer will also support capacity-building activities for government stakeholders to successfully establish, govern, and manage the Sustainable Special Economic Zones (SSEZs). This role requires high-level technical expertise in green enterprise scaling, as well as extensive experience in institutional capacity building. The Senior Officer will bridge the gap between private sector innovation and public sector coordination, supporting entrepreneurs through access to micro-credits and incubation support while assisting government agencies in strengthening relevant frameworks and implementation capacities.</p><p>PURPOSE</p><ul><li>Support the establishment and operationalization of the Bioeconomy Businesses Accelerator, supporting the growth and scaling of at least 1,000 green startups, micro-businesses, and SMEs in Dhofar.</li><li>Support capacity-building initiatives for government stakeholders (Output 1.3), developing and implementing a comprehensive Capacity Building Plan (CBP) to strengthen the public sector's readiness for SSEZ governance and management.</li><li>Provide strategic guidance for the institutional development and operationalization of the Oman Authority/Agency for SSEZ Implementation and Support (OASIS).</li><li>Design and implement comprehensive business skill training programs targeting local livestock owners, youth, and women</li><li>Provide technical expertise to structure micro-credit mechanisms that incentivize the adoption of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) and Nature-based Solutions (NbS).</li></ul><p>ENGAGEMENT</p><ul><li>Engages extensively with key Omani government stakeholders to conduct capacity needs assessments and facilitate the institutional setup of OASIS.</li><li>Contribute to building strategic partnerships with Private Sector off-takers and supply chain leaders to secure market access, off-take agreements, and B2B linkages for the accelerated startups.</li><li>Collaborates with financial institutions, i.e., Oman Development Bank, Oman Future Fund, to facilitate access to micro-credits and green financing for rural entrepreneurs.</li></ul><p>DELIVERY</p><ul><li>Undertake a capacity-building needs assessment for stakeholders to deliver targeted training sessions and knowledge-sharing events.</li><li>Design and manage operations of the Bioeconomy Businesses Accelerator, supporting business development from ideation to earl-stagy growth.</li><li>Assist in the development and delivery of entrepreneurship and incubation training programs.</li><li>Ensure the integration of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) by prioritizing women and youth in the targeted Wilayats (Rakhyut, Dhalkot, Salalah, etc.).</li><li>Support the provision of technical assistance and financial support (micro-credits/grants) to beneficiaries transitioning to sustainable animal breeding and fodder production practices.</li><li>Organize and manage program events.</li><li>Disseminate knowledge products and research to strengthen evidence-based decision-making.</li></ul><p><b>REQUIREMENTS</b></p><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in business administration, entrepreneurship, public policy, sustainable development, economics, or a related field.</li><li>Preferred 7-10 years of relevant professional international experience related to entrepreneurship, business incubation & acceleration programs, SME development, and public sector capacity building.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing institutional capacity-building programs and governance frameworks for government stakeholders, ideally related to Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or green industrial parks.</li><li>Strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by rural startups, agropastoral communities, and green entrepreneurs in developing or emerging economies.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in designing micro-credit schemes or mobilizing investment for early-stage startups and MSMEs.</li><li>Proficient written and spoken skills in both English and Arabic are requirement to effectively engage with Omani government officials and local communities.</li><li>At least 2 years of international experience living and working outside of home country.</li></ul><p>FUNCTIONAL</p><ul><li>Strong understanding of entrepreneurship ecosystems, SME development, accelerator/incubator program delivery.</li><li><br></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in business administration, entrepreneurship, public policy, sustainable development, economics, or a related field.</li><li>Preferred 7-10 years of relevant professional international experience related to entrepreneurship, business incubation & acceleration programs, SME development, and public sector capacity building.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing institutional capacity-building programs and governance frameworks for government stakeholders, ideally related to Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or green industrial parks.</li><li>Strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by rural startups, agropastoral communities, and green entrepreneurs in developing or emerging economies.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in designing micro-credit schemes or mobilizing investment for early-stage startups and MSMEs.</li><li>Proficient written and spoken skills in both English and Arabic are requirement to effectively engage with Omani government officials and local communities.</li><li>At least 2 years of international experience living and working outside of home country.</li></ul><p>FUNCTIONAL</p><ul><li>Strong understanding of entrepreneurship ecosystems, SME development, accelerator/incubator program delivery.</li><li>Deep knowledge of bioeconomy principles, Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA), and how to translate Nature-based Solutions (NbS) into profitable business models and government policies.</li><li>Ability to conduct institutional needs assessments and translate them into actionable training modules and governance frameworks (e.g., for OASIS).</li><li>Excellent organizational and management understanding with demonstrated experience in the successful mainstreaming of gender, poverty reduction, and social inclusion components into business and public programs.</li><li>Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outputs within deadlines.</li><li>Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate concepts into practical program activities.</li><li>Good knowledge of monitoring and evaluation systems within a performance-based management context.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including reporting and preparation of technical documents.</li></ul><p>CORPORATE</p><ul><li>Understand and actively support GGGI s mission, vision, and values.</li><li>Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect, and partnership.</li><li>Excel at problem-solving, ask questions and seek support when needed, and share information and knowledge easily with others both internally and externally.</li><li>Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport, and resolve conflict easily.</li><li>Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining high productivity.</li></ul>
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<p>We are looking for a <strong>Reserves Certifier </strong>for one of our clients with the following details:</p><br>
<p><strong>Contract Duration: 4 weeks assignment</strong></p><br>
<p><strong>Location: Remote</strong></p><br>
<p><span>Experience:</span></p><br>
<ul>
<li>10–20+ years in Reservoir Engineering.</li>
<li>5+ years in reserves evaluation and booking.</li>
<li>Experience with petroleum asset valuation and reserve audits.</li>
</ul>
<p><span>Activities:</span></p><br>
<ul>
<li>To provide independent and technically sound assessment of hydrocarbon reserves and contingent resources, ensuring that reserve volumes, production forecasts, and economic evaluations are accurately estimated and compliant with applicable reporting standards.</li>
<li>A Reserves Certifier (or Reserves Certification Engineer) is a specialized Reservoir Engineering professional responsible for independently evaluating, classifying, estimating, and certifying oil and gas reserves and resources in accordance with recognized industry standards such as PRMS (Petroleum Resources Management System). The certifier should be knowledgeable of Petrel RE, Eclipse and/or intersect dynamic modelling and preferably with thermal modelling experience.</li>
</ul>
<p><span>Key Responsibilities</span></p><br>
<ul>
<li>Assess proved (1P), probable (2P), and possible (3P) reserves.</li>
<li>Evaluate contingent resources and prospective resources.</li>
<li>Perform independent reserves audits and certifications.</li>
<li>Ensure reserves classifications comply with i.e. SPE PRMS guidelines</li>
<li>Determine economic viability of reserves.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>If you are interested, kindly apply!</strong></p><br>
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<p>Planning and Executing and supervising all financial transactions at OQ8 including incoming and outgoing funds (treasury), financial analysis record-keeping, Insurance & Compliance under VP Finance scope, acting as single point of accountability and team player of Treasury with direct accountability overs Treasury operations, Insurance and Compliance processes, ensuring the appropriate, changes, to enhance the quality or value in existing methods.</p><p>The position will act in accordance with OQ8 s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</p><p><strong>Main tasks and responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Treasury</strong></p><ul><li>Monitoring cash functions, including cash positioning, cash reporting and forecasting, short-term investing and borrowing, wire payments, fraud prevention, FX management and hedging, bank account setup and maintenance, bank relationship management, liquidity management, foreign currency exposure and foreign currency payments.</li><li>Financial reporting requirements such as finance loan, cost report, and monitoring debts drawdown, equity cash call, debt repayment and interest payment. This includes the execution of a timely/accurate reporting of cash flow reports required by the Chief Financial Officer for review of fund position.</li><li>Preparing & monitoring all OQ8 Finance Debt Cost Budget & Interest cost management.</li><li>Ensure all debt and capital related transactions are completed in a timely and accurate manner (e.g., equity cash calls, debt drawdowns, principal payments, interest payments, fees related to facilities</li><li>Administration of the treasury operations and transaction in respect of cash and the management of all OQ8 bank accounts,</li><li>Lead the execution of FX currency transactions.</li><li>Place fixed deposits.</li><li>Ensures timely availability of funding to cover all OQ8 s obligation.</li><li>Ensure funds received from lenders and owners are on timely basis.</li><li>Excess funds deposited in the interest earning account on timely basis (e.g., usage of overnight clearing account)</li><li>Support Manager in finding optimal solutions for applications of available funds.</li><li>coordinate payment and receiving of fund transactions with stakeholders,</li><li>Coordinate with departments to ensure that complete and accurate information is received for the cash flow forecasting reports in order to ensure the availability of funds to cover all obligations with no delay and no shortfall while securing the timely and accurate generation of all the required reports.</li><li>Responsible for Loan Agreements end to end process (fund and finance position in the banks, negotiation of charges for all banking services, Interest Charges & Review the settlement).</li></ul><p><strong>Planning & Forecasting</strong></p><ul><li>Gathers, interprets, and uses complex data to develop financial models that will improve Treasury processes and optimize results.</li><li>Executes financial models for OQ8 projects as part of Capital Planning Five-year forecast during the annual Business Planning Cycle.</li><li>Develops various financial scenarios for all units based on several variables, including business structure, feedstock and product prices, technologies, product premium per segment, CAPEX, and OPEX.</li><li>Interprets these scenarios and their impact on project returns into commercial terms to support optimization of business decisions.</li><li>Analyses and presents key results of financial analyses to OQ8 team and decision-makers in a clear manner.</li><li>Identifies critical elements to maximize project returns and optimize business risks in these transactions.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and report the medium-to-long term 5-year finance strategy for Treasury.</li><li>Develop cash flow forecasts for EPC Contractor, progress payments, loan repayments and other major contractor payment commitments on periodic basis.</li><li>Monitor and report the actual spend against the annual business plan and the forecast highlighting variances.</li><li>Manages and estimate foreign currency bookings (primarily forward and spot deals), financial guarantees, LC opening based on commitments.</li><li>Coordinating Due Diligence of Debt structure & interacting with financial advisor to prepare Funding.</li><li>Coordinating with Snr Financial Analyst to prepare / support OQ8 Financial Model for financing strategies purpose.</li><li>Coordinating to develop Treasury Policy & procedure.</li><li>Highlight medium to long term view of the financial position of the company and work with the Manager of Treasury to present key financial considerations and solution options.</li><li>Structure financing solutions for existing borrowings and new funding needs whilst ensuring structures are following OQ8 Refinery strategy and existing terms and conditions.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Planning and Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Leads finance Refinery value project initiatives and cost optimization program.</li><li>Participates in budgeting for departments and projects.</li><li>Supports the team in data collection from major focal points in the businesses.</li><li>Develops Monthly Latest Estimate on Capex Actual expenditure and performs Variance analysis against Annual Approved budget.</li><li>Prepares Capital Planning reports for internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Prepares Consolidated Financials (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statements) for the five-year planning cycle using the tools and models in hand.</li><li>Reviews and analyzes Financial Statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Reports progress against plan and milestones.</li></ul><p><strong>Insurance</strong></p><ul><li>Obtains contracts, work orders, and certificates of insurance to verify coverage by contractors and insurance carriers.</li><li>Filing and overseeing projects related to retention requirements.</li><li>Filling Data Entry of claims and legal payments in the System.</li><li>Initiate the process settlement payments for claimants payments for the Claims Department</li><li>Enters and sets up new claims/case files with high degree of efficiency.</li><li>Indexes claims/cases using the system & database.</li><li>Send out acknowledgment letters on new claims.</li><li>Investigates contractor claims, researches, and gathers information using work order scheduling history and computer data systems.</li><li>Develop knowledge of relevant claims databases to create and produce reports as requested.</li><li>Effectively coordinates with Claims team in assigned tasks.</li><li>Monitors contractors claim handling through resolution and evaluate and negotiates the settlement</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Education requirements</strong></p><p>Bachelor s degree in accounting, finance or relevant field</p><p><strong>Background and experience</strong></p><p><strong>Competencies and skills</strong></p><ul><li>10 years of relevant experience.</li><li>Oil and Gas / Energy industry experience is preferred (including upstream and downstream exposure).</li><li>Working experience in Treasury Operations, including financial planning, Compliance, and Insurance.</li><li>Familiarity with IFRS (international Financial Reporting Standards) supported by ACCA/CIMA qualification or education in progress.</li><li>Knowledge of financial statements and consolidation of financial statements.</li><li>Experience in presenting and preparing proposals to recommend new strategies.</li></ul><p><strong>Soft:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong communication skills (Written and Verbal)</li><li>Time Management and able to handle workload.</li><li>Proactive person</li><li>Ability to meet tight deadlines and able to work under pressure.</li><li>Attention to detail,</li></ul><p><strong>Technical :</strong></p><ul><li>SAP finance module proficiency: Working knowledge of ERP system and advanced MS Office applications skills.</li><li>Reporting treasury operations, insurance and Compliance matters including tracking of discrepancies in statement and reports.</li><li>Demonstrated effective Bank relation skills and bank procedure knowledge.</li></ul>
<p>Planning and Executing and supervising all financial transactions at OQ8 including incoming and outgoing funds (treasury), financial analysis record-keeping, Insurance & Compliance under VP Finance scope, acting as single point of accountability and team player of Treasury with direct accountability overs Treasury operations, Insurance and Compliance processes, ensuring the appropriate, changes, to enhance the quality or value in existing methods.</p><p>The position will act in accordance with OQ8 s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</p><p><strong>Main tasks and responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Treasury</strong></p><p>Monitoring cash functions, including cash positioning, cash reporting and forecasting, short-term investing and borrowing, wire payments, fraud prevention, FX management and hedging, bank account setup and maintenance, bank relationship management, liquidity management, foreign currency exposure and foreign currency payments.</p><p>Financial reporting requirements such as finance loan, cost report, and monitoring debts drawdown, equity cash call, debt repayment and interest payment. This includes the execution of a timely/accurate reporting of cash flow reports required by the Chief Financial Officer for review of fund position.</p><p>Preparing & monitoring all OQ8 Finance Debt Cost Budget & Interest cost management.</p><p>Ensure all debt and capital related transactions are completed in a timely and accurate manner (e.g., equity cash calls, debt drawdowns, principal payments, interest payments, fees related to facilities</p><p>Administration of the treasury operations and transaction in respect of cash and the management of all OQ8 bank accounts,</p><p>Lead the execution of FX currency transactions.</p><p>Place fixed deposits.</p><p>Ensures timely availability of funding to cover all OQ8 s obligation.</p><p>Ensure funds received from lenders and owners are on timely basis.</p><p>Excess funds deposited in the interest earning account on timely basis (e.g., usage of overnight clearing account)</p><p>Support Manager in finding optimal solutions for applications of available funds.</p><p>coordinate payment and receiving of fund transactions with stakeholders,</p><p>Coordinate with departments to ensure that complete and accurate information is received for the cash flow forecasting reports in order to ensure the availability of funds to cover all obligations with no delay and no shortfall while securing the timely and accurate generation of all the required reports.</p><p>Responsible for Loan Agreements end to end process (fund and finance position in the banks, negotiation of charges for all banking services, Interest Charges & Review the settlement).</p><p><strong>Planning & Forecasting</strong></p><p>Gathers, interprets, and uses complex data to develop financial models that will improve Treasury processes and optimize results.</p><p>Executes financial models for OQ8 projects as part of Capital Planning Five-year forecast during the annual Business Planning Cycle.</p><p>Develops various financial scenarios for all units based on several variables, including business structure, feedstock and product prices, technologies, product premium per segment, CAPEX, and OPEX.</p><p>Interprets these scenarios and their impact on project returns into commercial terms to support optimization of business decisions.</p><p>Analyses and presents key results of financial analyses to OQ8 team and decision-makers in a clear manner.</p><p>Identifies critical elements to maximize project returns and optimize business risks in these transactions.</p><p>Develop, maintain, and report the medium-to-long term 5-year finance strategy for Treasury.</p><p>Develop cash flow forecasts for EPC Contractor, progress payments, loan repayments and other major contractor payment commitments on periodic basis.</p><p>Monitor and report the actual spend against the annual business plan and the forecast highlighting variances.</p><p>Manages and estimate foreign currency bookings (primarily forward and spot deals), financial guarantees, LC opening based on commitments.</p><p>Coordinating Due Diligence of Debt structure & interacting with financial advisor to prepare Funding.</p><p>Coordinating with Snr Financial Analyst to prepare / support OQ8 Financial Model for financing strategies purpose.</p><p>Coordinating to develop Treasury Policy & procedure.</p><p>Highlight medium to long term view of the financial position of the company and work with the Manager of Treasury to present key financial considerations and solution options.</p><p>Structure financing solutions for existing borrowings and new funding needs whilst ensuring structures are following OQ8 Refinery strategy and existing terms and conditions.</p><p><strong>Financial Planning and Reporting</strong></p><p>Leads finance Refinery value project initiatives and cost optimization program.</p><p>Participates in budgeting for departments and projects.</p><p>Supports the team in data collection from major focal points in the businesses.</p><p>Develops Monthly Latest Estimate on Capex Actual expenditure and performs Variance analysis against Annual Approved budget.</p><p>Prepares Capital Planning reports for internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>Prepares Consolidated Financials (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statements) for the five-year planning cycle using the tools and models in hand.</p><p>Reviews and analyzes Financial Statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.</p><p>Reports progress against plan and milestones.</p><p><strong>Insurance</strong></p><p>Obtains contracts, work orders, and certificates of insurance to verify coverage by contractors and insurance carriers.</p><p>Filing and overseeing projects related to retention requirements.</p><p>Filling Data Entry of claims and legal payments in the System.</p><p>Initiate the process settlement payments for claimants payments for the Claims Department</p><p>Enters and sets up new claims/case files with high degree of efficiency.</p><p>Indexes claims/cases using the system & database.</p><p>Send out acknowledgment letters on new claims.</p><p>Investigates contractor claims, researches, and gathers information using work order scheduling history and computer data systems.</p><p>Develop knowledge of relevant claims databases to create and produce reports as requested.</p><p>Effectively coordinates with Claims team in assigned tasks.</p><p>Monitors contractors claim handling through resolution and evaluate and negotiates the settlement</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Education requirements</strong></p><p>Bachelor s degree in accounting, finance or relevant field</p><p><strong>Background and experience</strong></p><p><strong>Competencies and skills</strong></p><p>10 years of relevant experience.</p><p>Oil and Gas / Energy industry experience is preferred (including upstream and downstream exposure).</p><p>Working experience in Treasury Operations, including financial planning, Compliance, and Insurance.</p><p>Familiarity with IFRS (international Financial Reporting Standards) supported by ACCA/CIMA qualification or education in progress.</p><p>Knowledge of financial statements and consolidation of financial statements.</p><p>Experience in presenting and preparing proposals to recommend new strategies.</p><p><strong>Soft:</strong></p><p>Strong communication skills (Written and Verbal)</p><p>Time Management and able to handle workload.</p><p>Proactive person</p><p>Ability to meet tight deadlines and able to work under pressure.</p><p>Attention to detail,</p><p><strong>Technical :</strong></p><p>SAP finance module proficiency: Working knowledge of ERP system and advanced MS Office applications skills.</p><p>Reporting treasury operations, insurance and Compliance matters including tracking of discrepancies in statement and reports.</p><p>Demonstrated effective Bank relation skills and bank procedure knowledge.</p>
<p>The factory in-charge plans, controls and coordinates the production activity in a logical of optimization of the resources (human, economic, technological). His role of mediation and recombination of human resource skills is crucial to organize work schedules and shifts. He must be able to predict and then direct organizational strategies and control on the production management and logistics of orders (orders, schedules and plans of scheduled deliveries). He must have complete vision of plants potential and is the connecting point of the various departments (synergy between Commercial Department and Production Area). He is the reference point for the industrialization of the product and creates links between the various departments in order to increase the levels of productivity and cost optimization.</p><p>He has to: plan and carry out production steps based on the requirements of the Commercial Department, organizing times and methods of production; monitor and manage the level of inventories of raw materials; check the operating status of machinery and equipment; supervise the performance of operators, machines and departments constantly and in a documented manner in order to make changes where and if necessary.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Must have Expirience as The factory in-charge plans, controls and coordinates the production activity in a logical of optimization of the resources (human, economic, technological).</p>
<p>Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9)</p><p>INTRODUCTION TO GGGI</p><p>The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.</p><p>In the Sultanate of Oman, GGGI has partnered with the Government through the leadership of the Environment Authority (EA) to develop the "Accelerating Resilience and Innovation for Sustainable Ecosystems management" (ARISE) Program. The ARISE Program is a USD 100 million initiative spanning six years, designed to deliver climate action, ecosystem restoration, and economic growth through Nature-based Solutions (NbS) integrated into the Bioeconomy and Sustainable Special Economic Zones (SSEZs). The program ultimately targets the restoration of 30,000 hectares of land, an estimated 750,000 tCO2e/year in greenhouse gas emission reductions, and the creation of over 1,000 green jobs. The implementation of the ARISE Program is structured around two phases. Phase 1 will cover 2 years, and Phase 2 will be over 4 years. The funding has been approved for Phase 1.</p><p>POSITION SUMMARY</p><p>Based in Salalah, in Dhofar Governorate, Oman, the Senior Associate, Data Analytics Data Collection Mechanism ( Senior Associate ) supports the implementation and operation of the data process is a foundational technical role responsible for designing, building, and operationalizing the data infrastructure that underpins the entire ARISE Program's evidence base. Reporting to the ARISE Program Lead and working in close coordination with the MEL & Data Officer, this position contributes to maintaining a reliable and centralized data repository to support monitoring, reporting, and program decision-making. This role focuses on supporting data management processes including assisting with data collection workflows, maintaining data pipelines, integrating multiple data sources (field surveys, GIS, GHG inventories, socio-economic datasets), and supporting data quality and consistency. The Senior Associate works closely with the MEL & Data Officer to support how data is collected, stored, processed, and made accessible for program use.</p><p>PURPOSE</p><ul><li>Support the implement and operation of the ARISE Program's Data Collection Mechanism (DCM), contributing to centralized, quality-controlled data repository that serves all three program pillars</li><li>Assist in maintaining data pipelines that ingest field survey data, remote sensing/GIS outputs, GHG emissions data, and socio-economic indicators from multiple sources.</li><li>Support data quality protocols, including validation chekcs, and audit trails to ensure the integrity and traceability of all program data from source to report.</li><li>Assist in developing and maintaining interactive data dashboards and visualizations for the Program Steering Committee (PSC), Program Management Committee (PMC), and M&E reporting requirements.</li><li>Support collaborate with government stakeholders (Environment Authority, NCSI, Oman Zero Carbon Center) to align the DCM with national data standards, MRV frameworks, and the national GHG inventory.</li><li>Coordinate with internal teamsto ensure that data collection, validation, and reporting process are aligned with program requirements</li><li>Support engagement with Omani government stakeholders,including the Environment Authority (EA), the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), and the Dhofar Municipality, to negotiate data-sharing agreements and align data collection protocols with national systems.</li><li>Liaise with academic and research institutionsincluding the Dhofar University Biodiversity Research Center (BRC), to integrate third-party data streams and validate field data.</li><li>Collaborate with the Regional MEL Senior Officer (MENA) to align the DCM with GGGI's organizational data standards, PCM guidelines, and GHG accounting methodologies.</li></ul><p>ENGAGEMENT</p><ul><li>Coordinate with internal teams to ensure that data collection, validation, and reporting process are aligned with program requirements</li><li>Support engagement with Omani government stakeholders, including the Environment Authority (EA), the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), and the Dhofar Municipality, to negotiate data-sharing agreements and align data collection protocols with national systems.</li><li>Liaise with academic and research institution sincluding the Dhofar University Biodiversity Research Center (BRC), to integrate third-party data streams and validate field data.</li><li>Collaborate with the Regional MEL Senior Officer (MENA) to align the DCM with GGGI's organizational data standards, PCM guidelines, and GHG accounting methodologies.</li></ul><p>DELIVERY</p><ul><li>Support the setup and ongoing operation of the ARISE Data Collection Mechanism (DCM) , including assisting with data structure organization, , database updates, , and access supports.</li><li>Assist in coordinating data-sharing arrangement with key data-providing institutions (government agencies, research centers, line ministries) to support access to secondary data sources.</li><li>Supporting the maintenance of a centralized data repository that integrates: (a) primary field survey data from KAP studies and ecological assessments, (b) secondary data from government records and national statistics, (c) GIS spatial data layers, (d) GHG emissions data, and (e) socio-economic indicators.</li><li>Support data quality assurance processes, including validation rules, outlier detection, missing data handling, and version control, ensuring that all data entering the repository is documented and traceable.</li><li>Support the development and updating of data dashboards (using Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent) to provide real-time visibility into program performance indicators for internal and reporting purposes.</li><li>Support the MEL & Data Officer in producing program reports, including Annual End-Of-Year-Results (EOYR) reports, donor progress reports, and impact case studies, by preparing cleaned and organized datasets.</li><li>Maintain document all DCM processes, including data dictionaries, workflow, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support continuity and knowledge transfer.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in data science, statistics, computer science, information management, environmental science, or a related quantitative field.</li><li>Preffered at least 5 years of professional experience in data management, database design, data engineering, or data analysis for international development, climate, or environmental projects.</li></ul><p>FUNCTIONAL</p><ul><li>Experience supporting data collection, validation, organization, and reporting processes within development, climate, or environmental programs is desirable</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in at least one programming language for data analysis (Python, R) and experience with SQL for database querying and management.</li><li>Experience designing and implementing ETL pipelines and working with data integration tools.</li><li>Proven experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) and dashboard development.</li><li>Experience working with GIS data and spatial analysis tools (QGIS, ArcGIS, or Python/R spatial libraries) is highly desirable.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Working proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable for stakeholder engagement in Dhofar.</li><li>Good understanding of data management concepts, including data organization, validation, quality control, and reporting support.</li><li>Ability to support data collection mechanisms and maintain datasets in line with established program requirements.</li><li>Ability to coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support data collection, validation, and information sharing.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across datasets.</li><li>Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks within defined timelines.</li><li>Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify data issues and support practical solutions.</li><li>Ability to prepare clear datasets, basic reports, and data visualizations to support program monitoring.</li><li>Good documentation skills, including maintaining data dictionaries and standard operating procedures (SOPs)</li></ul><p>CORPORATE</p><ul><li>Understand and actively support GGGI's mission, vision and values.</li><li>Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.</li><li>Excel at problem solving, ask questions and seek support when needed, share information and knowledge with others both internally and externally.</li><li>Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport and resolve conflict easily.</li><li>Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity.</li></ul>
<p>Senior Associate, Data Analytics - Data collection Mechanism Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9) INTRODUCTION TO GGGI The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. In the Sultanate of Oman, GGGI has partnered with the Government through the leadership of the Environment Authority (EA) to develop the "Accelerating Resilience and Innovation for Sustainable Ecosystems management" (ARISE) Program. The ARISE Program is a USD 100 million initiative spanning six years, designed to deliver climate action, ecosystem restoration, and economic growth through Nature-based Solutions (NbS) integrated into the Bioeconomy and Sustainable Special Economic Zones (SSEZs). The program ultimately targets the restoration of 30,000 hectares of land, an estimated 750,000 tCO2e/year in greenhouse gas emission reductions, and the creation of over 1,000 green jobs. The implementation of the ARISE Program is structured around two phases. Phase 1 will cover 2 years, and Phase 2 will be over 4 years. The funding has been approved for Phase 1. POSITION SUMMARY Based in Salalah, in Dhofar Governorate, Oman, the Senior Associate, Data Analytics Data Collection Mechanism ( Senior Associate ) supports the implementation and operation of the data process is a foundational technical role responsible for designing, building, and operationalizing the data infrastructure that underpins the entire ARISE Program's evidence base. Reporting to the ARISE Program Lead and working in close coordination with the MEL & Data Officer, this position contributes to maintaining a reliable and centralized data repository to support monitoring, reporting, and program decision-making. This role focuses on supporting data management processes including assisting with data collection workflows, maintaining data pipelines, integrating multiple data sources (field surveys, GIS, GHG inventories, socio-economic datasets), and supporting data quality and consistency. The Senior Associate works closely with the MEL & Data Officer to support how data is collected, stored, processed, and made accessible for program use. PURPOSE • Support the implement and operation of the ARISE Program's Data Collection Mechanism (DCM), contributing to centralized, quality-controlled data repository that serves all three program pillars • Assist in maintaining data pipelines that ingest field survey data, remote sensing/GIS outputs, GHG emissions data, and socio-economic indicators from multiple sources. • Support data quality protocols, including validation chekcs, and audit trails to ensure the integrity and traceability of all program data from source to report. • Assist in developing and maintaining interactive data dashboards and visualizations for the Program Steering Committee (PSC), Program Management Committee (PMC), and M&E reporting requirements. • Support collaborate with government stakeholders (Environment Authority, NCSI, Oman Zero Carbon Center) to align the DCM with national data standards, MRV frameworks, and the national GHG inventory. • Coordinate with internal teamsto ensure that data collection, validation, and reporting process are aligned with program requirements • Support engagement with Omani government stakeholders,including the Environment Authority (EA), the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), and the Dhofar Municipality, to negotiate data-sharing agreements and align data collection protocols with national systems. • Liaise with academic and research institutionsincluding the Dhofar University Biodiversity Research Center (BRC), to integrate third-party data streams and validate field data. • Collaborate with the Regional MEL Senior Officer (MENA) to align the DCM with GGGI's organizational data standards, PCM guidelines, and GHG accounting methodologies. ENGAGEMENT • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure that data collection, validation, and reporting process are aligned with program requirements • Support engagement with Omani government stakeholders, including the Environment Authority (EA), the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), and the Dhofar Municipality, to negotiate data-sharing agreements and align data collection protocols with national systems. • Liaise with academic and research institution sincluding the Dhofar University Biodiversity Research Center (BRC), to integrate third-party data streams and validate field data. • Collaborate with the Regional MEL Senior Officer (MENA) to align the DCM with GGGI's organizational data standards, PCM guidelines, and GHG accounting methodologies. DELIVERY • Support the setup and ongoing operation of the ARISE Data Collection Mechanism (DCM) , including assisting with data structure organization, , database updates, , and access supports. • Assist in coordinating data-sharing arrangement with key data-providing institutions (government agencies, research centers, line ministries) to support access to secondary data sources. • Supporting the maintenance of a centralized data repository that integrates: (a) primary field survey data from KAP studies and ecological assessments, (b) secondary data from government records and national statistics, (c) GIS spatial data layers, (d) GHG emissions data, and (e) socio-economic indicators. • Support data quality assurance processes, including validation rules, outlier detection, missing data handling, and version control, ensuring that all data entering the repository is documented and traceable. • Support the development and updating of data dashboards (using Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent) to provide real-time visibility into program performance indicators for internal and reporting purposes. • Support the MEL & Data Officer in producing program reports, including Annual End-Of-Year-Results (EOYR) reports, donor progress reports, and impact case studies, by preparing cleaned and organized datasets. • Maintain document all DCM processes, including data dictionaries, workflow, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support continuity and knowledge transfer. REQUIREMENTS QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in data science, statistics, computer science, information management, environmental science, or a related quantitative field. • Preffered at least 5 years of professional experience in data management, database design, data engineering, or data analysis for international development, climate, or environmental projects. </p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in data science, statistics, computer science, information management, environmental science, or a related quantitative field.</li><li>Preffered at least 5 years of professional experience in data management, database design, data engineering, or data analysis for international development, climate, or environmental projects.</li><li>Experience supporting data collection, validation, organization, and reporting processes within development, climate, or environmental programs is desirable</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in at least one programming language for data analysis (Python, R) and experience with SQL for database querying and management.</li><li>Experience designing and implementing ETL pipelines and working with data integration tools.</li><li>Proven experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) and dashboard development.</li><li>Experience working with GIS data and spatial analysis tools (QGIS, ArcGIS, or Python/R spatial libraries) is highly desirable.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Working proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable for stakeholder engagement in Dhofar.</li><li>Good understanding of data management concepts, including data organization, validation, quality control, and reporting support.</li><li>Ability to support data collection mechanisms and maintain datasets in line with established program requirements.</li><li>Ability to coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support data collection, validation, and information sharing.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across datasets.</li><li>Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks within defined timelines.</li><li>Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify data issues and support practical solutions.</li><li>Ability to prepare clear datasets, basic reports, and data visualizations to support program monitoring.</li><li>Good documentation skills, including maintaining data dictionaries and standard operating procedures (SOPs)</li><li>Understand and actively support GGGI's mission, vision and values.</li><li>Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.</li><li>Excel at problem solving, ask questions and seek support when needed, share information and knowledge with others both internally and externally.</li><li>Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport and resolve conflict easily.</li><li>Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity.</li></ul>
<p>Bioeconomy Officer, Oman ARISE Program Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9) INTRODUCTION TO GGGI The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. In the Sultanate of Oman, GGGI has partnered with the Government through the leadership of the Environment Authority (EA) to develop the "Accelerating Resilience and Innovation for Sustainable Ecosystems management" (ARISE) Program. The ARISE Program is a USD 100 million initiative spanning six years, designed to deliver climate action, ecosystem restoration, and economic growth through Nature-based Solutions (NbS) integrated into the Bioeconomy and Sustainable Special Economic Zones (SSEZs) in the Dhofar Mountains and the wider Salalah area. The program ultimately targets the restoration of 30,000 hectares of land, an estimated 750,000 tCO2e/year in greenhouse gas emission reductions, and the creation of over 1,000 green jobs. The implementation of the ARISE Program is structured around two phases. Phase 1 will cover 2 years, and Phase 2 will be over 4 years. The funding has been approved for Phase 1. POSITION SUMMARY The Bioeconomy Officer provides technical and analytical support to the ARISE Program's bioeconomy workstream. The Officer supports the development and implementation of the bioeconomy strategy and roadmap, including assessing bioeconomy potential in Salalah and identifying priority value chains. The officer collaborates with technical experts, government counterparts, and private sector stakeholders to design bankable business models and investment cases. Additionally, the role coordinates bioeconomy integration across broader program activities, such as Sustainable Special Economic Zones (SSEZs) and landscape restoration. The officer assists in designing pilot activities, supports engagement with financial partners, and contributes to budget monitoring and reporting, ensuring alignment with program objectives and donor requirements. PURPOSE • Facilitate the effective execution of the bioeconomy workstream, engaging key stakeholders including government, local communities, public and private investors, and SMEs. • Develop sustainable bioeconomy objectives and translate them into practical, high impact, and bankable business and investment models. • Contribute to workstream coordination by providing technical and analytical support, monitoring budgets and preparing high-quality reports that ensure adherence to compliance and results-based performance frameworks • Drive innovation and opportunity identification in bioeconomy related investment pipelines to expand program impact and sustainability. • Support a program-wide approach by ensuring integration of bioeconomy across other workstreams. ENGAGEMENT • Coordinate stakeholder engagement with government agencies, private-sector actors, financial institutions, and development partners to ensure coordinated delivery and alignment with national priorities. • Foster coherent collaboration across program staff and stakeholders to ensure complementarity, transparency, and efficient joint implementation. • Promote a team culture aligned with GGGI s values of Trust, Transparency, Respect, and Partnership. • Report directly to the Chief of Party- ARISE Program Lead on bioeconomy-related activities and coordination with other workstreams. • Represent the program in meetings, workshops, and calls as delegated, ensuring effective follow-up and timely documentation. DELIVERY • Contribute to the drafting and finalization of the bioeconomy strategy and roadmap, assisting in the tracking of project milestones, budget utilization, and timely delivery of key outputs. • Contribute technical expertise to the development of bioeconomy business models in collaboration with investment experts. • Coordinate the implementation of bioeconomy pilot activities in support of value chain development, ensuring operational activities align with program timelines and quality standards Identify, monitor, and manage workstream risks, irregularities, and implementation challenges, and implement timely mitigation measures. • Ensure the successful completion of deliverables outlined in the program s detailed implementation plan. • Contribute to effective team management, ensuring GGGI s core values are integrated into daily operations and that staff wellbeing is promoted. • Mainstream environmental and social safeguards, poverty reduction, gender equality, and social inclusion across all outputs and outcomes. • Ensure compliance with national legal frameworks and alignment with national strategies, Agenda 2030, and NDC frameworks. WORKING CONDITIONS The Bioeconomy officer is an G8NAT grade level in GGGI's national salary scale, details of which can be found in the GGGI Staff Rules on GGGI s website. In addition, GGGI provides 27 days of annual leave, flexible work arrangements and contribution towards private health insurance that covers dental and vision.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced degree in Forestry, Environmental Management, Climate Change, Economics, Finance, Development Studies, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline (additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a postgraduate degree).</li><li>At least 6 years of relevant work experience, with experience in bioeconomy, restoration, value chain development, climate finance, or nature-based solutions.</li><li>Proven track record project management, including budget oversight and the delivery of high-quality narrative reporting.</li><li>Demonstrated experience working effectively with government counterparts, donors, financial institutions, and private sector actors.</li><li>Familiarity with Dhofar's economic, land use, restoration, and climate policy landscape is an advantage.</li><li>PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is an asset.</li><li>Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required. Knowledge of Arabic is an asset.</li><li>Strong ability to interpret, outline and implement guidelines, policies, and procedures effectively.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills to manage diverse stakeholder needs and foster collaboration.</li><li>Strategic thinker with capacity for joint problem-solving and decision-making.</li><li>Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize under time constraints.</li><li>Demonstrates creativity, innovation, flexibility, and entrepreneurial mindset in achieving outputs.</li><li>Comfortable working independently and within a team environment.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills, capable of translating complex concepts around bioeconomy to a wider audience.</li><li>Proven experience in mainstreaming safeguards, gender, poverty reduction, and social inclusion in project delivery.</li><li>Understand and actively support GGGI's mission, vision and values.</li><li>Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.</li><li>Excel at problem solving, ask questions and seek support when needed, easily share information and knowledge with others both internally as externally.</li><li>Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport and resolves conflict easily.</li><li>Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity.</li><li>Be able to lead and manage a program workstream independently, while knowing when to seek advice and liaise closely with the relevant GGGI structures.</li></ul>
<p><b style="font-size: 11px;">Main tasks and responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Lead the development and implementation of the commercial projects assurance framework, ensuring it is fit for purpose, consistently applied, and aligned with OQEP's governance standards and strategic objectives.</li><li>Conduct independent, expert-level assurance reviews of commercial projects at key decision gates, evaluating the robustness of commercial assumptions, risk assessments, economic models, and investment cases.</li><li>Provide authoritative recommendations to the Chief Executive Commercial and relevant leadership on the readiness of commercial projects to progress through approval stages.</li><li>Scrutinise commercial project proposals, business cases, and investment submissions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with OQEP's commercial strategy and value creation objectives.</li><li>Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of commercial risks across the projects portfolio, ensuring appropriate risk management measures are embedded throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Drive quality assurance across commercial project documentation, including contracts, agreements, financial models, and reporting deliverables, ensuring consistency and adherence to applicable standards.</li><li>Develop and maintain assurance tools, templates, and guidelines to standardise commercial project evaluation practices across the Commercial function.</li><li>Collaborate with relevant functions, including Finance, Legal, Business Development, Exploration and Joint Ventures, to ensure integrated and comprehensive assurance coverage across all commercial project touchpoints.</li><li>Monitor and track the progress of commercial projects against approved plans, budgets, and performance targets, highlighting deviations and recommending corrective actions to leadership.</li><li>Provide expert input into the development of commercial policies, procedures, and governance frameworks, continuously identifying improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.</li><li>Support post-project reviews and lessons-learned exercises to strengthen future commercial project assurance practices.</li><li>Represent the Commercial function in internal governance forums, assurance committees, and relevant external engagements as required.</li><li>Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Commercial.</li></ul><p><b>Key interactions</b></p>Internal: Chief Executive Commercial, Finance function, Legal function, Joint Ventures function, Business Development function, Exploration function, and other relevant Commercial functions. External: Group s assurance team, JV partners, external consultants and advisors, government ministries and regulatory authorities, contractors and vendors. Notable Working Conditions. Office environment, intensive computer screen use, occasional travel to operational sites and partner offices as required. Education requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Geoscience, with background on Business Administration, Economics, or related disciplines. Postgraduate qualification (MSc or MBA) is preferred. Language requirements : Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic - Native (desirable) Background and experience 10+ years of experience in the upstream oil and gas industry, with a strong focus on commercial management, project assurance, investment evaluation, or business development. Demonstrated experience in conducting assurance reviews, project gate assessments, and risk evaluations within a commercial or upstream context. Proven ability to critically assess business cases, economic models, and commercial frameworks at an expert level. Familiarity with upstream contractual structures including EPSAs, JOAs, and commercial agreements. Prior exposure to governance frameworks, project controls, and quality assurance practices in an oil and gas or energy environment. Experience in Oman or the wider Middle East region is an advantage. Competencies and skills Soft: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with ability to independently assess complex commercial situations and provide well-founded recommendations Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to convey complex commercial findings clearly to senior leadership and diverse stakeholders High level of professional integrity and independence, essential for an assurance-focused role reporting directly to executive leadership Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to challenge and advise constructively across all levels of the organisation Results-oriented with strong attention to detail, planning, and organisational capabilities Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and functions Proactive and self-driven, capable of managing multiple assurance workstreams with minimal supervision Technical: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), including financial modelling and data analysis Deep knowledge of commercial project evaluation methodologies, investment analysis, and economic modelling Strong understanding of upstream oil and gas commercial frameworks, including EPSAs, JOAs, and concession agreements Experience in project assurance, gate review processes, and governance frameworks Familiarity with risk management methodologies and their application in commercial project contexts Knowledge of upstream project lifecycle phases and associated commercial decision points Understanding of financial reporting, budget management, and performance tracking in a commercial context.<p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Geoscience, with background on Business Administration, Economics, or related disciplines.</li><li>Postgraduate qualification (MSc or MBA) is preferred.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic - Native (desirable)</li><li>10+ years of experience in the upstream oil and gas industry, with a strong focus on commercial management, project assurance, investment evaluation, or business development.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in conducting assurance reviews, project gate assessments, and risk evaluations within a commercial or upstream context.</li><li>Proven ability to critically assess business cases, economic models, and commercial frameworks at an expert level.</li><li>Familiarity with upstream contractual structures including EPSAs, JOAs, and commercial agreements.</li><li>Prior exposure to governance frameworks, project controls, and quality assurance practices in an oil and gas or energy environment.</li><li>Experience in Oman or the wider Middle East region is an advantage.</li><li>Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with ability to independently assess complex commercial situations and provide well-founded recommendations.</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to convey complex commercial findings clearly to senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.</li><li>High level of professional integrity and independence, essential for an assurance-focused role reporting directly to executive leadership.</li><li>Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to challenge and advise constructively across all levels of the organisation.</li><li>Results-oriented with strong attention to detail, planning, and organisational capabilities.</li><li>Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and functions.</li><li>Proactive and self-driven, capable of managing multiple assurance workstreams with minimal supervision.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), including financial modelling and data analysis.</li><li>Deep knowledge of commercial project evaluation methodologies, investment analysis, and economic modelling.</li><li>Strong understanding of upstream oil and gas commercial frameworks, including EPSAs, JOAs, and concession agreements.</li><li>Experience in project assurance, gate review processes, and governance frameworks.</li><li>Familiarity with risk management methodologies and their application in commercial project contexts.</li><li>Knowledge of upstream project lifecycle phases and associated commercial decision points.</li><li>Understanding of financial reporting, budget management, and performance tracking in a commercial context.</li></ul>
<p>This position is responsible for overseeing all activities related to the implementation of the department s plans and programs, as well as monitoring the achievements of the set objectives and operational work plans.</p><p>The position holder reports to the Director General of the Public Debt Management Unit.</p><ul><li>Develops public debt management strategies and submits proposals and recommendations to the relevant authorities.</li><li>Integrates financial risk modeling of the debt portfolio into the macroeconomic development strategy and takes necessary measures to mitigate financial risks that may affect the public debt portfolio, in coordination with relevant divisions within the Ministry and the Central Bank of Oman.</li><li>Prepares proposals related to public debt policy (domestic or external loans obtained by the State) and works on their development in light of international, regional, and local financial, economic, and credit developments, in coordination with the Central Bank of Oman and other relevant entities.</li><li>Provides opinions to relevant government entities regarding financing needs from domestic and external loans.</li><li>The position holder is subject to the general supervision of the Director General of the Public Debt Management Unit.</li><li>Developing debt management strategies and submitting related proposals and recommendations to the relevant authorities.</li><li>Including financial risk modeling of the debt portfolio into the macroeconomic development strategy, and taking the necessary measures to mitigate financial risks that may face the public debt portfolio, in coordination with the relevant divisions within the Ministry and the Central Bank of Oman.</li><li>Preparing proposals related to public debt policy (domestic or foreign loans obtained by the state), and working to develop them in light of international, regional, and local financial, economic, and credit developments, in coordination with the Central Bank of Oman and other relevant authorities.</li><li>Developing proposals to enhance public debt policy in light of international, regional, and local financial, economic, and credit developments, in coordination with the Central Bank of Oman and other relevant entities.</li><li>Providing opinions to the relevant government entities regarding financing requirements from domestic or foreign loans.</li><li>Supervising the preparation of the necessary research and studies on public debt and its cost, as well as early repayment requests, in accordance with the issued directives in this regard.</li><li>Following up the preparation of an annual assessment of external financing and undertaking the necessary adjustments, if required.</li><li>Preparing the annual estimates of loans included as financing sources in the annual general budget draft, including determining instalments, returns, and other payable charges for inclusion in the draft.</li><li>Taking the necessary actions to enforce claims on the assets of borrowing entities in cases where the amounts due to the government are not fully repaid in accordance with the loan agreement and within the specified deadlines.</li><li>Performing any other similar duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, or any other relevant field</li><li>Preferable ACCA, CFA, CMA, CPA, FMVA, FRM</li><li>11 to 13 years of related work experience</li><li>Fluency in Arabic</li><li>Fluency in English</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office is must</li><li>Experience with business related software is desirable</li></ul>
<p><b>Job title P</b>rincipal Commercial Projects Assurance Grade Stream Commercial Function Commercial Location Oman Muscat Budget control *OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant* Reporting to Chief Executive Commercial Direct reports -</p><p>The position will act in accordance with the OQEP s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, QHSE & Energy Management System requirements standards, Omani s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</p><p>Lead the development and implementation of the commercial projects assurance framework, ensuring it is fit for purpose, consistently applied, and aligned with OQEP's governance standards and strategic objectives.</p><p>Conduct independent, expert-level assurance reviews of commercial projects at key decision gates, evaluating the robustness of commercial assumptions, risk assessments, economic models, and investment cases.</p><p>Provide authoritative recommendations to the Chief Executive Commercial and relevant leadership on the readiness of commercial projects to progress through approval stages.</p><p>Scrutinise commercial project proposals, business cases, and investment submissions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with OQEP's commercial strategy and value creation objectives.</p><p>Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of commercial risks across the projects portfolio, ensuring appropriate risk management measures are embedded throughout the project lifecycle.</p><p>Drive quality assurance across commercial project documentation, including contracts, agreements, financial models, and reporting deliverables, ensuring consistency and adherence to applicable standards.</p><p>Develop and maintain assurance tools, templates, and guidelines to standardise commercial project evaluation practices across the Commercial function.</p><p>Collaborate with relevant functions, including Finance, Legal, Business Development, Exploration and Joint Ventures, to ensure integrated and comprehensive assurance coverage across all commercial project touchpoints.</p><p>Monitor and track the progress of commercial projects against approved plans, budgets, and performance targets, highlighting deviations and recommending corrective actions to leadership.</p><p>Provide expert input into the development of commercial policies, procedures, and governance frameworks, continuously identifying improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.</p><p>Support post-project reviews and lessons-learned exercises to strengthen future commercial project assurance practices.</p><p>Represent the Commercial function in internal governance forums, assurance committees, and relevant external engagements as required.</p><p>Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Commercial.</p><p>Internal: Chief Executive Commercial, Finance function, Legal function, Joint Ventures function, Business Development function, Exploration function, and other relevant Commercial functions.</p><p>External: Group s assurance team, JV partners, external consultants and advisors, government ministries and regulatory authorities, contractors and vendors.</p><p>Office environment, intensive computer screen use, occasional travel to operational sites and partner offices as required.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Geoscience, with background on Business Administration, Economics, or related disciplines. Postgraduate qualification (MSc or MBA) is preferred.</p><p>Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic - Native (desirable)</p><p>10+ years of experience in the upstream oil and gas industry, with a strong focus on commercial management, project assurance, investment evaluation, or business development.</p><p>Demonstrated experience in conducting assurance reviews, project gate assessments, and risk evaluations within a commercial or upstream context.</p><p>Proven ability to critically assess business cases, economic models, and commercial frameworks at an expert level.</p><p>Familiarity with upstream contractual structures including EPSAs, JOAs, and commercial agreements.</p><p>Prior exposure to governance frameworks, project controls, and quality assurance practices in an oil and gas or energy environment.</p><p>Experience in Oman or the wider Middle East region is an advantage.</p><p>Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with ability to independently assess complex commercial situations and provide well-founded recommendations</p><p>Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to convey complex commercial findings clearly to senior leadership and diverse stakeholders</p><p>High level of professional integrity and independence, essential for an assurance-focused role reporting directly to executive leadership</p><p>Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to challenge and advise constructively across all levels of the organisation</p><p>Results-oriented with strong attention to detail, planning, and organisational capabilities</p><p>Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and functions</p><p>Proactive and self-driven, capable of managing multiple assurance workstreams with minimal supervision</p><p>Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), including financial modelling and data analysis</p><p>Deep knowledge of commercial project evaluation methodologies, investment analysis, and economic modelling</p><p>Strong understanding of upstream oil and gas commercial frameworks, including EPSAs, JOAs, and concession agreements</p><p>Experience in project assurance, gate review processes, and governance frameworks</p><p>Familiarity with risk management methodologies and their application in commercial project contexts</p><p>Knowledge of upstream project lifecycle phases and associated commercial decision points</p><p>Understanding of financial reporting, budget management, and performance tracking in a commercial context.</p>
<p>Job title Expert LP & APS Modelling Grade Company OQ8 Function Commercial Production Planning & Scheduling Location Duqm Budget control OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant Reporting to Head of Production Planning & Scheduling Direct reports 0 Job purpose: Maintain, develop, and continuously improve the refinery LP and APS Scheduling models to ensure they accurately reflect refinery configuration, feedstock characteristics, operational constraints, logistics requirements, process limitations, product specifications and business objectives. Support informed decision-making, refinery optimization, operational excellence, and margin maximization through accurate modelling, plan-versus-actual deviation analysis, crude assay management, optimization studies, reporting, and automation initiatives. Act as the Production Planning & Scheduling focal point for all LP and APS modelling activities, accountable for model accuracy, timely monthly model delivery, stakeholder coordination, reporting, automation, and the provision of actionable insights that support refinery value maximization. The position will act in accordance with the OQ8 s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Oman s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</p><h3>Main tasks and responsibilities</h3><h4>Scope</h4><h4>LP Modelling</h4><h4>APS Modelling</h4><h4>Collaboration</h4><h4>Reporting & Automation</h4><h4>Accountabilities:</h4><ul><li>Maintain, validate, and continuously enhance the refinery LP model to accurately represent refinery configuration, process unit performance, operational constraints, product specifications, feedstock characteristics, and economic drivers.</li><li>Maintain, develop, and optimize the APS Scheduling model to accurately reflect refinery operation, logistics constraints, inventory management requirements, and scheduling limitations.</li><li>Ensure LP and APS models accurately represent current refinery operating constraints and business requirements, enabling effective planning, scheduling, optimization, and margin maximization.</li><li>Act as the focal point within the Production Planning & Scheduling function for all LP and APS modelling activities, coordinating closely with Process Engineering, Operations, Commercial, and other relevant stakeholders.</li><li>Proactively manage the monthly LP and APS model update cycle, ensuring all model inputs, assumptions, operating parameters, constraints, and crude data are reviewed, validated, and updated in a timely manner.</li><li>Deliver validated and up-to-date LP and APS models within agreed planning and scheduling deadlines to support business decision-making.</li><li>Coordinate and implement model updates resulting from operational changes, process unit modifications, catalyst changes, debottlenecking initiatives, performance improvements, and new business requirements.</li><li>Perform routine plan-versus-actual analyses to identify gaps between model predictions and actual refinery performance, determine root causes, and implement corrective model improvements.</li><li>Provide model-based insights and recommendations on refinery performance, operational constraints, feedstock selection, planning accuracy, and value improvement opportunities.</li><li>Maintain and govern the refinery crude assay database, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, completeness, and timely updates.</li><li>Support crude evaluations, feedstock flexibility assessments, operational studies, and refinery optimization initiatives through robust modelling and assay management.</li><li>Perform LP optimization studies, sensitivity analyses, economic evaluations, and scenario modelling to support business decisions and identify value-maximizing opportunities.</li><li>Develop and maintain reporting systems, dashboards, visualization tools, and automated solutions to improve planning, scheduling, and modelling effectiveness.</li><li>Support the Production Planning & Scheduling department with reporting, dashboard development, data analytics, digitalization, and process automation initiatives.</li><li>Prepare and issue monthly modelling status reports and management updates covering model performance, update progress, outstanding actions, improvement initiatives, and key modelling activities.</li><li>Maintain comprehensive documentation of model assumptions, operating limits, yields, constraints, methodologies, and change history to ensure model governance and transparency.</li></ul><h3>Key Deliverables:</h3><ul><li>Accurate and validated monthly LP and APS models delivered within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Reliable crude assay database and modelling data management.</li><li>Timely identification and closure of plan-versus-actual modelling gaps.</li><li>Regular management reporting on modelling performance and improvement initiatives.</li><li>Enhanced planning and scheduling efficiency through reporting, dashboarding, and automation solutions.</li><li>Actionable optimization recommendations supporting refinery profitability and value maximization</li></ul><h3>Key interactions</h3><h4>Internal:</h4><p>Liaise with the colleagues and stakeholders for day-to-day work</p><h4>External:</h4><p>3rd Party Contractors</p><h3>Notable Working Conditions.</h3><p>Office environment, moderate to intensive computer screen use, occasional site presence</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h3>Education requirements</h3><p>Minimum bachelor s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related technical discipline</p><h3>Language requirements</h3><p>Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required)</p><h3>Technical skills and required experience</h3><h3>Competencies and skills</h3><ul><li>10+ years of relevant experience</li><li>Experience in production planning, refinery optimization, refinery economics, production scheduling</li><li>Demonstrated experience in refinery LP and Scheduling model development, maintenance and validation on senior level</li><li>Proficiency in Aspen PIMS or equivalent refinery optimization software including model development and maintenance</li><li>Proficiency in Aspen Petroleum Scheduler (APS) or equivalent refinery scheduling software, including model development and maintenance</li><li>Strong data management and analytical capabilities using Microsoft Office applications</li><li>Experience in reporting automation, dashboard development, and digitalization initiatives</li><li>Experience in refinery processes, equipment, and optimization techniques</li><li>Experience in crude assay management and refinery economics</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills</li><li>Proactive and self-driven approach to managing model update cycles and improvement initiatives</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex operational and economic data</li><li>Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality and model accuracy</li><li>Ability to work effectively across Production Planning & Scheduling, Operations, Process Engineering, and Commercial functions</li></ul>
<p>Responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously enhancing the bank s SME Development Program and other SME-focused strategic initiatives. The role drives the development of financing, advisory, mentoring, and capacity-building solutions that support SME growth and sustainability. It involves identifying and onboarding high-potential SMEs, managing stakeholder relationships, coordinating with internal and external partners, and ensuring effective program execution. The role also monitors program performance, measures business and economic impact, prepares management reports, and ensures compliance with regulatory, policy, and risk management requirements. Additionally, it fosters strategic partnerships and promotes innovation to strengthen the SME ecosystem and maximize the effectiveness, scalability, and long-term value of SME development initiatives.</p>
<h4>Responsibilities</h4>
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<li><strong>Program Design & Development</strong> Design and continuously enhance the SME Development Program framework, including eligibility criteria, selection methodology, and value proposition. Develop program structures, support mechanisms, and service offerings that address SME growth and development needs. Ensure alignment of program objectives with the bank s strategy, regulatory requirements, and national economic priorities.</li>
<li><strong>Program Execution & Delivery</strong> Lead the end-to-end implementation and delivery of SME development programs and initiatives. Coordinate resources, timelines, and stakeholders to ensure successful program execution. Oversee the delivery of financing, advisory, mentoring, and capacity-building solutions to participating SMEs.</li>
<li><strong>SME Identification & Onboarding</strong> Identify, evaluate, and select high-potential SMEs based on predefined financial, strategic, and operational criteria. Conduct assessments to determine business viability, growth potential, and development requirements. Manage the onboarding process to ensure a seamless and effective participant experience.</li>
<li><strong>Stakeholder Management</strong> Collaborate with internal departments, external partners, regulators, and industry stakeholders to support program objectives. Facilitate approvals, resolve implementation challenges, and ensure effective coordination among stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships to enhance program reach, effectiveness, and sustainability.</li>
<li><strong>Performance Monitoring & Reporting</strong> Monitor program performance against established objectives, KPIs, and success measures. Track SME growth outcomes and assess the overall impact of program initiatives. Prepare management reports, presentations, and performance updates for senior leadership and stakeholders.</li>
<li><strong>Partnership & Ecosystem Development</strong> Establish and manage strategic partnerships with advisors, consultants, industry experts, and ecosystem participants. Leverage external networks to enhance program offerings and provide value-added services to SMEs. Promote collaboration opportunities that strengthen the SME ecosystem and support business growth.</li>
<li><strong>Risk & Compliance Oversight</strong> Ensure all program activities comply with internal policies, governance standards, and regulatory requirements. Identify and mitigate operational, financial, and reputational risks associated with program delivery. Maintain appropriate controls, documentation, and reporting to support effective risk management.</li>
<li><strong>Continuous Improvement & Innovation</strong> Identify opportunities to improve program effectiveness, efficiency, and scalability. Introduce innovative solutions, best practices, and new delivery models to enhance participant outcomes. Conduct regular reviews and implement enhancements based on feedback, market trends, and performance results.</li>
<li><strong>SME Strategic Initiatives Management</strong> Lead and coordinate the planning and execution of strategic SME-focused projects and initiatives across the bank. Monitor initiative performance, milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful implementation. Drive initiatives that support SME growth, enhance customer value propositions, and contribute to the bank s strategic objectives.</li>
</ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h4>Requirements</h4>
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<li>Minimum of 10 years experience in SME banking or related fields is required.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of SME banking products, credit analysis, risk management and regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Experience in leading teams and developing business strategies.</li>
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<p>Job Purpose Defining and executing the long-term vision, goals, and plans of the organization under the authority of the Head of Strategy & Business Intelligence. This includes analyzing internal and external environments, identifying opportunities and threats, and formulating and implementing solutions that create value for stakeholders. Thus, business alignment with the mission, values, and culture of the organization, and the organization's adaptability to changing market conditions and customer needs. Key Responsibilities include strategic planning, commercial & financial analysis, market research, regulatory compliance, process improvement, communication, stakeholder relationship management and corporate risk management. The position will act in accordance with the organization's mission, vision, values, and strategies, as well as policies, guidelines, and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, the Omani government and other legal justifications, and best international practices, in consonance with national objectives. Mandate QHSSE Obligations Ensure compliance with the HSE Management System. Monitor and report safety performance and compliance. Guide, advise, communicate, and enforce safe behavioural practices (Life Saving Rules, Process Safety Rules) to perform tasks safely. Mandate Culture Obligations Holding this role, you will be acting as the ambassador associate to your Team members, leading initiatives, promoting behaviours, making decisions that align with our OQGN cultural principles, and ensuring their growth and their valuable contributions towards our organization s long-term success. Lead and coordinate the development, review, and monitoring of the Company's corporate strategy, strategic objectives, and long-term business plans, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities and sustainable growth objectives. Drive and oversee the execution and monitoring of the Company's strategic transformation agenda, including strategic assessments, progress tracking, and the development of transformation roadmaps and initiatives. Provide strategic decision support to executive management through robust analysis, business intelligence, scenario modelling, market assessments, and evidence-based recommendations. Lead the preparation and evaluation of business cases, investment proposals, and growth opportunities, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and established evaluation criteria. Lead and oversee the evaluation of mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, and divestments through commercial analysis, valuation assessments, synergy evaluations, business case development, and due diligence activities. Lead the identification, evaluation, and development of new business opportunities across adjacencies (e.g., liquid hydrocarbon transportation, gas storage, processing) and emerging energy-transition sectors (e.g., CCUS, hydrogen), through market research, feasibility assessments, and strategic evaluations. Provide strategic insights and recommendations to support management decision-making on commercial, financial, regulatory, sustainability, digitalization, market development, and portfolio-related matters. Manage and coordinate strategic planning inputs for the annual corporate business planning cycle to ensure alignment between strategic priorities, business plans, and organizational objectives. Manage and coordinate the Company's Program Build exercise, ensuring alignment between strategic initiatives, priorities, and planned business outcomes. Partner with corporate functions and business units to align departmental plans, initiatives, and resource requirements with approved strategic priorities. Lead the assessment of regulatory developments and price control frameworks (PC4 / RAB) through strategic and commercial analysis, industry research, and preparation of recommendations and supporting documentation. Lead the preparation of strategic inputs for investor and shareholder reporting activities, including market analysis, strategic insights, presentations, and value-creation narratives. Drive the development and implementation of sustainability, ESG, decarbonization, and energy-transition initiatives through strategic analysis, benchmarking, and opportunity assessments. Identify, evaluate, and champion opportunities for commercial improvement, operational enhancement, cost optimization, and business efficiency through strategic reviews and market analysis. Lead benchmarking studies against local, regional, and international best practices to identify performance gaps, improvement opportunities, and competitive advantages. Lead the preparation of Board and Committee papers, strategic briefings, presentations, and related materials, ensuring timely coordination, quality, and follow-up. Lead and coordinate enterprise-wide strategic initiatives and cross-functional programs by aligning stakeholders, monitoring implementation progress, and supporting governance requirements. Lead the development of strategic partnerships and engagement with government entities, regulators, industry participants, consultants, and other stakeholders to advance strategic objectives. Conduct portfolio assessments, investment analyses, and capital allocation reviews to support management decision-making and long-term value creation. Lead strategic risk assessments through scenario analysis, market outlook reviews, forecasting exercises, and sensitivity analysis. Maintain and continuously enhance strategy management frameworks, planning methodologies, templates, and governance processes. Lead, coach, and develop team members while promoting a culture of collaboration, analytical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Fulfil job duties and responsibilities in accordance with company policies, governance requirements, and sound health, safety, security, and environmental practices. Key Interactions Internal: Gas Network staff External: Ministries, Regulators, Staffing specialized Contractors, Vendors & Suppliers Working Conditions Primarily office-based, occasional travel, and sporadic visits to the operation site.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Education Requirements Bachelor s Degree or equivalent. Language Preferable English and Arabic Experience and Background 8 to 10 years of experience in an energy business environment or infrastructure/utility management Understanding commercial, economic and finance businesses in the oil and gas sectors Market understanding and business acumen. Skills in relevant standards and business processes. Competencies and Skills Principles: Strategic Alignment: Ensure that every action and decision will support the organization's long-term goals and objectives. Transparency in Responsibility: Ability to create clear reporting systems to enhance operational efficiency and overall effectiveness. Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of innovation and learning to adapt and grow in a changing environment. Sustainability: Ability to meet the current business needs by compromising skills with the future generations' needs, balancing environmental, social, and economic concerns within the organization s communities. Diversity and Inclusion: Foster diversity within the workforce and promote an inclusive culture by engaging with a broad array of perspectives and talents. Stakeholder Engagement: Actively involve and communicate with stakeholders to build trust and maintain strong relationships. Soft Skills: Strong analytical, creative, data analysis and problem-solving skills Strong presentation, communication and stakeholder management skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and multicultural sensitivity. Ability to organize effectively, delegate responsibility, and make effective decisions. Technical Skills: Strong technical skills in strategic planning, economic & commercial analysis, data analysis, budgeting, and financing Business Planning, Finance, budget, and reporting Strategy Development and market sounding Computer literate with expertise in MS Office. Strong report writing and presentation skills</p>
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<p>Aster DM Healthcare Limited is one of the largest private healthcare service providers operating in multiple GCC states and is an emerging healthcare player in India. With an inherent emphasis on clinical excellence, we are one of the few entities in the world with a strong presence across primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary healthcare through our hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies. We have over 20,000 dedicated employees across the geographies that we are present in, delivering a simple yet strong promise to our different stakeholders: <strong>“We’ll treat you well.”</strong></p>
<p>We reach out to all economic segments in the GCC countries through our differentiated healthcare services across the <strong>Aster</strong>, <strong>Medcare</strong>, and <strong>Access</strong> brands.</p>
<h4>Job identification</h4>
<p>33619</p>
<h4>Job category</h4>
<p>Clinicians</p>
<h4>Posting date</h4>
<p>06/20/2026 12:46 PM</p>
<h4>Location</h4>
<p>Al Khoud Tejary Street, Muscat, Oman</p>
<h4>Apply before</h4>
<p>08/01/2026 12:46 PM</p>
<h4>Job schedule</h4>
<p>Full time</p></p><p></p>
<p><h4>Be the first to apply</h4>
<p>Aster DM Healthcare Limited is one of the largest private healthcare service providers operating in multiple GCC states and is an emerging healthcare player in India. With an inherent emphasis on clinical excellence, we are one of the few entities in the world with a strong presence across primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary healthcare through our hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies. We have over 20,000 dedicated employees across the geographies that we are present in, delivering a simple yet strong promise to our different stakeholders: <strong>“We’ll treat you well.”</strong></p>
<p>We reach out to all economic segments in the GCC countries through our differentiated healthcare services across the <strong>Aster</strong>, <strong>Medcare</strong>, and <strong>Access</strong> brands.</p>
<h4>Job identification</h4>
<p>33619</p>
<h4>Job category</h4>
<p>Clinicians</p>
<h4>Posting date</h4>
<p>06/20/2026 12:46 PM</p>
<h4>Location</h4>
<p>Al Khoud Tejary Street, Muscat, Oman</p>
<h4>Apply before</h4>
<p>08/01/2026 12:46 PM</p>
<h4>Job schedule</h4>
<p>Full time</p></p><p></p>
<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2>
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<p>A prestigious government-owned investment organisation in Oman is seeking an experienced investment professional to join its leadership team.</p><br><br><p>This is a strategic role responsible for identifying, evaluating, and recommending investment opportunities across Oman. The successful candidate will provide expert advice to senior leadership on capital deployment, investment strategy, portfolio performance, and long-term value creation.</p><br><br>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Identify and assess investment opportunities across key sectors in Oman.</li><li>Conduct financial modelling, valuation, feasibility studies, and investment appraisals.</li><li>Perform commercial, financial, and strategic due diligence.</li><li>Develop investment strategies and business cases for executive decision-making.</li><li>Monitor portfolio performance and recommend value creation initiatives.</li><li>Analyse market trends, economic developments, and sector opportunities.</li><li>Prepare investment reports and presentations for senior management.</li><li>Build relationships with government entities, investors, and strategic partners.</li><li>Support acquisitions, joint ventures, partnerships, and other strategic investment initiatives.</li><li>Ensure investment decisions align with the organisation's long-term objectives and Oman Vision 2040.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or a related discipline.</li><li>Master's degree and/or CFA, CAIA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification is advantageous.</li><li>Minimum 10 years' experience in investment management, investment advisory, corporate finance, private equity, investment banking, sovereign wealth funds, or asset management.</li><li>Strong financial modelling, valuation, and investment analysis skills.</li><li>Experience preparing investment recommendations for executive management or investment committees.</li><li>Excellent understanding of the Omani investment landscape and key growth sectors.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul>Preferred Background<p>Candidates with experience in any of the following will be highly regarded:</p><br><br><ul><li>Sovereign Wealth Funds</li><li>Government Investment Authorities</li><li>Investment Banking</li><li>Private Equity</li><li>Asset Management</li><li>Investment Advisory</li><li>Corporate Strategy & Investments</li><li>Infrastructure or Development Funds</li></ul>Key Skills<ul><li>Investment Strategy</li><li>Financial Modelling</li><li>Business Valuation (DCF, Comparable Companies & Transaction Multiples)</li><li>Investment Appraisal</li><li>Commercial & Financial Due Diligence</li><li>Portfolio Management</li><li>Investment Advisory</li><li>Capital Allocation</li><li>Value Creation</li><li>Risk Assessment</li><li>Strategic Planning</li><li>Executive Reporting</li></ul>
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<p>Job title Expert LP & APS Modelling Grade Company OQ8 Function Commercial Production Planning & Scheduling Location Duqm Budget control OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant Reporting to Head of Production Planning & Scheduling Direct reports 0 Job purpose: Maintain, develop, and continuously improve the refinery LP and APS Scheduling models to ensure they accurately reflect refinery configuration, feedstock characteristics, operational constraints, logistics requirements, process limitations, product specifications and business objectives. Support informed decision-making, refinery optimization, operational excellence, and margin maximization through accurate modelling, plan-versus-actual deviation analysis, crude assay management, optimization studies, reporting, and automation initiatives. Act as the Production Planning & Scheduling focal point for all LP and APS modelling activities, accountable for model accuracy, timely monthly model delivery, stakeholder coordination, reporting, automation, and the provision of actionable insights that support refinery value maximization. The position will act in accordance with the OQ8 s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Oman s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives. Main tasks and responsibilities Scope LP Modelling APS Modelling Collaboration Reporting & Automation Accountabilities: Maintain, validate, and continuously enhance the refinery LP model to accurately represent refinery configuration, process unit performance, operational constraints, product specifications, feedstock characteristics, and economic drivers. Maintain, develop, and optimize the APS Scheduling model to accurately reflect refinery operation, logistics constraints, inventory management requirements, and scheduling limitations. Ensure LP and APS models accurately represent current refinery operating constraints and business requirements, enabling effective planning, scheduling, optimization, and margin maximization. Act as the focal point within the Production Planning & Scheduling function for all LP and APS modelling activities, coordinating closely with Process Engineering, Operations, Commercial, and other relevant stakeholders. Proactively manage the monthly LP and APS model update cycle, ensuring all model inputs, assumptions, operating parameters, constraints, and crude data are reviewed, validated, and updated in a timely manner. Deliver validated and up-to-date LP and APS models within agreed planning and scheduling deadlines to support business decision-making. Coordinate and implement model updates resulting from operational changes, process unit modifications, catalyst changes, debottlenecking initiatives, performance improvements, and new business requirements. Perform routine plan-versus-actual analyses to identify gaps between model predictions and actual refinery performance, determine root causes, and implement corrective model improvements. Provide model-based insights and recommendations on refinery performance, operational constraints, feedstock selection, planning accuracy, and value improvement opportunities. Maintain and govern the refinery crude assay database, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, completeness, and timely updates. Support crude evaluations, feedstock flexibility assessments, operational studies, and refinery optimization initiatives through robust modelling and assay management. Perform LP optimization studies, sensitivity analyses, economic evaluations, and scenario modelling to support business decisions and identify value-maximizing opportunities. Develop and maintain reporting systems, dashboards, visualization tools, and automated solutions to improve planning, scheduling, and modelling effectiveness. Support the Production Planning & Scheduling department with reporting, dashboard development, data analytics, digitalization, and process automation initiatives. Prepare and issue monthly modelling status reports and management updates covering model performance, update progress, outstanding actions, improvement initiatives, and key modelling activities. Maintain comprehensive documentation of model assumptions, operating limits, yields, constraints, methodologies, and change history to ensure model governance and transparency. Key Deliverables: Accurate and validated monthly LP and APS models delivered within agreed deadlines. Reliable crude assay database and modelling data management. Timely identification and closure of plan-versus-actual modelling gaps. Regular management reporting on modelling performance and improvement initiatives. Enhanced planning and scheduling efficiency through reporting, dashboarding, and automation solutions. Actionable optimization recommendations supporting refinery profitability and value maximization Key interactions Internal: Liaise with the colleagues and stakeholders for day-to-day work External: 3rd Party Contractors Notable Working Conditions. Office environment, moderate to intensive computer screen use, occasional site presence</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Minimum bachelor s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related technical discipline Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required)</p>
General Purpose <br><p>Direct and execute the commercial strategy under the general direction of the Chief Executive Officer. As a member of the Executive Team, the Chief Commercial Officer directs, oversees and leads Atyab Group s national and international commercial strategy including new-product development and the marketing and sales strategy of the Group s affiliates through: (1) acting as a strategic sales business partner to consolidate and increase the presence of company products; (2) providing strategic leadership in product marketing to position the company s and affiliates brands, image and products at the highest level among competitors in order to maximise company revenue, sustainable market presence and positioning, and effectively assure business profitability and growth in the short, mid and long term.</p>
Main Accountabilities <br> Commercial Strategy & Planning <br><p> Establish the short-term plans and long-term commercial strategy, using macro- and micro-economic indicators to support the achievement of Atyab Group s and its affiliates strategic objectives.</p>
<p> Develop the commercial monitoring strategy of the Group and its affiliates to increase product presence across wide and diverse markets.</p>
<p> Develop commercial plans using global indicators, market performance, economic variables and market trends.</p>
<p> Develop a holistic, regular performance-assessment system for the commercial function of the Group and its affiliates.</p>
Marketing & Brand Leadership <br><p> Develop and implement the marketing strategy by evaluating macro and micro market trends and building sustainable long-term marketing plans that assure brand presence across different markets.</p>
<p> Direct the strategic brand value, equity, loyalty and pride locally and internationally.</p>
<p> Direct brand-awareness activity, develop strategic promotional plans and approve marketing campaigns to attract existing and potential customers, increasing sales revenue and profitability.</p>
<p> Ensure the Group s vision, objectives, product quality and image are properly positioned among stakeholders and consumers.</p>
<p> Lead the development and execution of the mid- and long-term marketing strategic plan for the Group s and affiliates product portfolio, in alignment with company strategy.</p>
Market Intelligence & Insight <br><p> Develop and implement a structured system for gathering intelligence and monitoring and analysing markets relevant to the Group and its affiliates, drawing input from other functions and sharing the resulting insights.</p>
Stakeholder & Relationship Management <br><p> Manage and build strong commercial relationships with key stakeholders, large and retail customers, partners, and private and governmental authorities, as well as internal stakeholders.</p>
<p> Provide ongoing awareness, advice and knowledge-sharing to the executive management team to reinforce corporate action on commercial approaches, including production, legal and financial aspects.</p>
Reporting & Performance <br><p> Provide comprehensive commercial reports covering financial and commercial indicators, budgeting, cost-effectiveness and return on investment across marketing and sales.</p>
<p> Undertake any other related duties, projects or responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Executive Officer or management, in line with the role and the evolving needs of the business.</p>
Educational Requirements <br><p>Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics or a related discipline. MBA with a focus on Sales and Marketing preferred.</p>
Experience <br><p> 12+ years of progressive, hands-on commercial (sales and marketing) experience across functional roles up to senior leadership, in complex businesses.</p>
<p> Marketing leadership experience in complex, multinational businesses.</p>
<p> Experience in emerging and new-product sales and marketing.</p>
<p> Strong experience in commercial strategic planning.</p>
<p> Strong experience in sales reporting and monitoring.</p>
<p> Strong experience in national and international marketing strategy.</p>
Know-How <br><p> Sales and marketing principles and strategies.</p>
<p> Innovative marketing and brand management.</p>
<p> Strong working knowledge of the food industry or similar sectors.</p>
<p> Business competitiveness assessment and market positioning.</p>
<p> Price forecasting and volume availability.</p>
<p> Cost and budget control.</p>
<p> Strong financial and sales acumen.</p>
<p>The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.</p><p>Based in Salalah, in Dhofar Governorate, Oman, the Admin and Logistics Senior Assistant will provide essential administrative, logistical, and programmatic support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation for the ARISE Program. Reporting directly to the Financial Control Senior Associate, the Admin and Logistics Senior Assistant will execute multi-step transactions across a range of administrative, financial, logistical and procurement processes, ensuring that all project operational support activities fully comply with the policies, procedures, guidelines, rules and regulations of GGGI.</p><p><strong>PURPOSE</strong></p><p>The Admin and Logistics Senior Assistant will be based in Salalah, in Dhofar Governorate. Reporting to the Financial Control Senior Associate, he/she will execute day to day administrative tasks, support financial reporting and planning, and manage logistical processes related to the ARISE program on green growth and climate action planning and implementation. He/she will execute multi-step transactions and also provide operational support for travel, conference, meetings preparation, onsite events, and other pertinent tasks, including for the regional project, ensuring accuracy and quality across project delivery while meeting institutional policies, standards and donor requirements</p><p><strong>ENGAGEMENT</strong></p><ul><li>Provide complete information and explain administrative, logistical, and procurement process requirements to internal colleagues, external vendors, and project partners, resolving issues of data clarity within standard and operational situations.</li><li>Coordinate with GGGI HQ and regional operations teams (Finance, Procurement) to facilitate administrative activities in the country.</li><li>Communicate issues and risks that will affect consistent program/project delivery and report to the Financial Control Senior Associcate and relevant staff.</li><li>Communicate programme needs to service providers/suppliers and ensure that services/products are delivered in line with established agreements.</li><li>Coordinate closely with the Government of Oman, all GGGI country team, and other partners to schedule meetings, arrange workshops, and organize events and support day-to-day program operations</li></ul><p><strong>DELIVERY</strong></p><ul><li>Manage routine local procurement of all necessary goods and services for the program with a focus on quality and value for money.</li><li>Maintain program filing systems and safeguard standards of reporting/documentary quality to support reporting to donors and programme stakeholders.</li><li>Provide logistics arrangements with respect to meetings, seminars, workshops, conferences, trainings, etc. including but not limited to transport solutions, catering, procurement and communications.</li><li>Ensure system is in place to manage office and IT inventories.</li><li>Ensure smooth day to day running of the office facilities and act as Health and Safety focal point for the Salalah office, managing emergency and safety procedures. Performs other administrative support as required in support to the Chief of Party and other team member as appropriate</li></ul><p><strong>REQUIREMENTS</strong></p><p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p><ul><li>A bachelor s degree in any one of the following: business administration, management, procurement, accounting, or related fields.</li><li>Preferably 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, budget reporting, and related fields.</li><li>Experience working in event facilitation, and/or recruitment is an advantage.</li><li>Experience working with government and multi-stakeholders (donors, multilaterals, etc.)</li><li>Fluency in written and verbal English and Arabic are essential.</li><li>Knowledge of green growth and climate change issues would be an advantage.</li><li>Experience with UN systems or other international organizations is a plus.</li><li>High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)</li><li>Proficient in Project Management Information Systems (PMIS); and or Enterprise Resource Management systems (ERP)</li></ul><p><strong>FUNCTIONAL</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to liaise and work seamlessly with relevant units and staff</li><li>Highly organized and able to effectively and efficiently multi-task and prioritize</li><li>Dedicated team player, with result-oriented, pro-active, and creative mindset to solve problems.</li><li>Able to perform duties on time and budget</li><li>Excellent multi-cultural literacy and interest in being a part of an international team</li><li>Takes a pro-active approach and work independently with minimum supervision to solve issues arising</li><li>Willingness and ability to travel (domestic) as needed, especially to events that the Program is organizing or participating (occasional)</li><li>Ability and willingness to work in a flexible and agile manner and deliver according to the demand of the Program</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>A bachelor s degree in any one of the following: business administration, management, procurement, accounting, or related fields.</p><p>Preferably 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, budget reporting, and related fields.</p><p>Experience working in event facilitation, and/or recruitment is an advantage.</p><p>Experience working with government and multi-stakeholders (donors, multilaterals, etc.)</p><p>Fluency in written and verbal English and Arabic are essential.</p><p>Knowledge of green growth and climate change issues would be an advantage.</p><p>Experience with UN systems or other international organizations is a plus.</p><p>High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)</p><p>Proficient in Project Management Information Systems (PMIS); and or Enterprise Resource Management systems (ERP)</p><p>Ability to liaise and work seamlessly with relevant units and staff</p><p>Highly organized and able to effectively and efficiently multi-task and prioritize</p><p>Dedicated team player, with result-oriented, pro-active, and creative mindset to solve problems.</p><p>Able to perform duties on time and budget</p><p>Excellent multi-cultural literacy and interest in being a part of an international team</p><p>Takes a pro-active approach and work independently with minimum supervision to solve issues arising</p><p>Willingness and ability to travel (domestic) as needed, especially to events that the Program is organizing or participating (occasional)</p><p>Ability and willingness to work in a flexible and agile manner and deliver according to the demand of the Program</p><p>Understand and actively support GGGI's mission, vision and values.</p><p>Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.</p><p>Excel at problem solving, ask questions and seek support when needed, share easily information and knowledge with others both internally as externally.</p><p>Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport and resolves conflict easily.</p><p>Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity.</p><p>Be able to lead and manage a project independently, while knowing when to seek advice and liaise closely with the relevant GGGI structures.</p>