Insurance Coordinator Jobs in Oman
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<p>JOB PURPOSE</p>
<p>The Contracts, Procurement & Warehouse Manager </p>
<p>provides strategic leadership across Mazoon Mining s end-to-end supply chain, ensuring resilient, cost-effective, and compliant operations. This role drives procurement excellence, contract governance, logistics optimization, and inventory reliability to safeguard uninterrupted plant operations. Beyond operational execution, the position champions ICV development, supplier performance improvement, and digital transformation initiatives, while embedding HSE and quality standards into every process. The manager also leads structured claims and dispute resolution, ensuring Mazoon s commercial interests are protected and advanced.</p>
<p>MAIN TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</p>
<p>CONTRACTS DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT</p>
<p> Develop/implement and manage contract administration processes and procedures. </p>
<p> Lead the preparation, review, negotiation, evaluation, and award of contracts for goods and services. </p>
<p> Ensure all contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and governance standards. </p>
<p> Monitor contractor performance and ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled. </p>
<p> Manage contract renewals, amendments, claims, variations, close-outs, measurements, invoices and dispute resolution processes. </p>
<p> Maintain contract databases and documentation for audit and compliance purposes. </p>
<p> Coordinate with legal, technical, and operational departments during contract development and execution.</p>
<p>PROCUREMENT & STRATEGIC SOURCING</p>
<p> Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives. </p>
<p> Lead sourcing, tendering, bid evaluation, and supplier selection processes. </p>
<p> Ensure cost-effective procurement while maintaining quality, reliability, and timely delivery. </p>
<p> Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and framework agreements with suppliers. </p>
<p> Establish and maintain approved vendor databases and supplier qualification systems. </p>
<p> Analyze procurement spending and identify cost-saving opportunities. </p>
<p> Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and supply chain risks. </p>
<p> Ensure compliance with procurement policies and ethical sourcing practices.</p>
<p> Develop and maintain analytical tools to support contracting and procurement strategies</p>
<p>WAREHOUSE & INVENTORY MANAGEMENT</p>
<p> Lead warehouse operations and inventory control activities 24X7. </p>
<p> Ensure proper receipt, inspection, storage, preservation, issuance, disposal and tracking of materials. </p>
<p> Develop inventory optimization strategies for critical spares and operational materials. </p>
<p> Monitor stock levels, inventory turnover, and obsolete inventory management. </p>
<p> Conduct periodic stock audits and cycle counts. </p>
<p> Ensure warehousing practices comply with HSE and asset management requirements. </p>
<p> Implement inventory accuracy and warehouse performance improvement initiatives. </p>
<p> Manage warehouse systems and materials management processes within ERP/CMMS platforms.</p>
<p> Coordinate with Operations and Contracts teams to ensure timely availability of materials and to minimize maintenance delays</p>
<p>LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT</p>
<p> Manage inbound and outbound logistics operations, including local and international shipments.</p>
<p> Coordinate transportation of equipment, spare parts, reagents, consumables, and project materials.</p>
<p> Ensure compliance with customs regulations, import/export requirements, and shipping documentation.</p>
<p> Optimize freight costs, transportation routes, and logistics efficiency.</p>
<p> Develop relationships with freight forwarders, customs agents, and logistics service providers.</p>
<p> Monitor shipment status and resolve logistics issues impacting operations.</p>
<p>LOCAL CONTENT & ICV</p>
<p> Lead the development, promotion, and continuous improvement of local content, LDI, and the local Omani market within Mazoon's contracts and procurement activities.</p>
<p> Assure and sustain the Local Market Development Strategy while maintaining the Company's long-term commercial position.</p>
<p> Maintain and implement ICV requirements in contracts, aligned with OIA ICV guidelines and procedures.</p>
<p>RISK, COMPLIANCE & GOVERNANCE</p>
<p> Maintain full understanding of corporate and departmental governance, Contracts & Procurement manuals, policies and procedures, Local Content Policies, Tender Committee processes, and Requisition-to-Pay processes.</p>
<p> Identify specific risk mitigation measures, such as requirements for insurances, bonds, and guarantees, and document these in all contracts in accordance with local rules, regulations, and best practice.</p>
<p> Work with end-users and relevant stakeholders across Mazoon to identify contractual risks and develop mitigation measures to be incorporated into relevant contracts.</p>
<p> Work with corporate finance to ensure adherence to broader finance and risk requirements, such as funding requirements and billing/approval policies.</p>
<p> Ensure signed contracts are communicated to all relevant parties to support implementation, visibility, awareness, and interpretation.</p>
<p> Ensure that contractors follow or exceed all Omani law and MMC/MDO standards in relation to HSE.</p>
<p>PEOPLE & KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT</p>
<p> Develop and share best practices, work processes, systems, and tools based on experience gained across a portfolio of projects.</p>
<p> Complete an effective knowledge transfer plan for growing and developing team members and streamlining personnel changes.</p>
<p> Ensure compliance with Company safety policies and procedures and contribute to the development of a strong safety culture.</p>
<p> Maintain up-to-date awareness of all relevant safety requirements and policies.</p>
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<span><br>JOB SUMMARY<br>Accountable for overall success of the daily kitchen operations. Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff and managing all food related functions. Works to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget. Supervises all kitchen areas to ensure a consistent, high quality product is produced. Responsible for guiding and developing staff including direct reports. Must ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved.<br>CANDIDATE PROFILE <br>Education and Experience<br>• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.<br>OR<br>• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.<br>CORE WORK ACTIVITIES<br>Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met<br>• Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.<br>• Reviews and adjust systems and procedures in the kitchen to ensure their effectiveness.<br>• Develops, designs, or creates new menus and recipes based on standards or artistic contributions.<br>• Demonstrates knowledge of high quality food products, presentations and flavor.<br>• Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.<br>• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.<br>• Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products.<br>• Knows and implements brand’s Safety Standards.<br>• Supervises kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.<br>• Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.<br>• Operates and maintains all department equipment and reports malfunctions.<br>• Supports procedures for food & beverage portion and waste controls.<br>• Develop and implement environmentally friendly processes and procedures for food preparation, energy use and waste management in the restaurant.<br>• Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.<br>• Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.<br>Leading Culinary Team<br>• Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.<br>• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.<br>• Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.<br>• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.<br>• Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.<br>• Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.<br>• Ensures that menu items are prepared and presented according to use record standards.<br>• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.<br>• Estimates daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicates production needs to kitchen personnel daily.<br>• Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.<br>Maintaining Culinary Goals<br>• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.<br>• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.<br>• Comprehends budgets, operating statements and payroll progress reports as needed to assist in the financial management of department.<br>• Schedules employees to business demands and tracks employee time and attendance.<br>• Understands the impact of departments operation on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.<br>• Orders employee uniforms according to budget and ensures uniforms are properly inventoried and maintained.<br>• Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational and financial objectives are met.<br>Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service<br>• Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.<br>• Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.<br>• Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.<br>• Sets a positive example for guest relations.<br>• Handles guest problems and complaints.<br>• Strives to improve service performance.<br>• Helps employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations.<br>Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities <br>• Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.<br>• Identifies the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.<br>• Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with appropriate skills.<br>• Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.<br>• Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.<br>• Participates in training the Restaurant and Catering staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.<br>Additional Responsibilities <br>• Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.<br>• Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.<br>• Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.<br>At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.<br>W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.</span> </div>
<p>Responsible for managing, planning, and administering the Contracts and Procurement that include the Procurement & Supplier Performance Management, Contracting at OQ8, under delegated authority of VP SCM. Acting as single point of accountability for Contracts and Procurement services, support provider and owner of the Procurement and Contract standards at Corporate and operational level, through Providing direction to the diverse teams and processes that includes (1) Procurement, (2) Contracts, (3) Strategic Contracts, and (4) Supplier and Performance Management; in order to achieve a positive supplier performance on balanced forms of contract and effective policies and procedures, to support business value and gain commercial advantage to OQ8 while ensuring material and service contract availability to internal customers.</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><b><br>Main Accountabilities:</b></p><p>Strategic Business Plan & Risk Management</p><p>Oversees the development and execution of Contracts and Procurement and long-term strategic plan in alignment with the function and organization strategies. Oversees development of Contracts and Procurement business plans to ensure the achievement of function and organization financial and strategic objectives.</p><p>Oversees risk Management and ensure compliance with Local Government procurement and tendering guidelines while seeking to adopt innovative, best practice & Contracts and Procurement solutions; in order to deliver business value, gain commercial advantage to OQ8 while applying best in class process.</p><p>Procurement</p><p>Overseas procurement strategy execution through best-in-class sourcing and negotiation strategy</p><p>Oversee the evaluating processes (including complex commercial aspects of procurement) and the direction on complex negotiation & decisions on price and terms.</p><p>Oversee the cross-functional annual procurement planning process in order to ensure timely and effective service delivery to internal customers.</p><p>Capitalize on Procurement opportunities caused by changing market forces through heightened market intelligence and awareness to gain commercial advantage for the organization.</p><p>Oversee marketing strategy for category-based / category planning process across categories, ensuring the growth of opportunities and business targets through category & market analysis.</p><p>Supplier Management</p><p>Oversees the Local Supplier Development through the implementation of a comprehensive development program for local suppliers under specific requirements (including Procurement, OMT Contracts, Corporate Contracts, Project Contracts, Materials, Inventory, Warehouse Procurement and Contracts, Logistics, & Purchase Performance, Capital Projects).</p><p>Provide a reliable platform to enhance capabilities of Local suppliers, and set processes parameters, monitoring, and altering key variables for the capacity building initiative; in order to provide a reliable platform for training and ensure that suppliers are assessed for further enhancement.</p><p>Manage supplier relations through initiative-taking engagement initiatives, smooth transaction process and complaints management to achieve a positive supplier experience.</p><p>Overseas and lead Planning, Market Intelligence & Strategy initiatives, and teams to achieve positive supplier experience. Ensuring effective and efficiency processes and heightened market intelligence.</p><p>Performance Management</p><p>Oversees the Capacity building initiatives & performance of direct and indirect staff, aligning those initiatives with the human resources processes and systems, to ensure the transfer of knowledge to local staff and motivate employees with the right balance of technical and functional capabilities.</p><p>Oversees Contracts & Procurement employees competence development.</p><p>Oversee building and retaining capabilities within Contracts & Procurement</p><p>Lead and guide a motivated, engaged, high performing and capable team in order to deliver the department business plan.</p><p>Lead the Talent and Performance Management at Contracts & Procurement for its direct and indirect reports, defining workforce requirements, recruiting, training, and developing talent, aligned with the human resources processes and systems, to ensure capable, qualified, and initiative-taking employees with the right balance of technical and functional capabilities.</p><p>Contracts</p><p>Oversee the contract strategy execution through the implementation of best-in-class sourcing and negotiation strategies that are aligned with organization s policy to ensure the right contracts are in place to deliver value to internal customers.</p><p>Oversee the development and implementation of improved contractual documents through the alignment of stakeholders to achieve balanced forms of contract that protect OO8 and obtain supplier acceptance.</p><p>Oversees contract management processes to ensure the delivery of required supplier performance, and partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that OO8 s procurement solutions meet the needs of industry and internal customers.</p><p>Strategic Contracts</p><p>Provide support to the Contract Holders and Owners of Strategic Contracts as defined in the Terms of Reference</p><p>Oversees and lead the audit queries for Contract-related matters within the Strategic Contracts</p><p>Develop & implement all transformation initiatives related to strategic contracts.</p><p>Tender Committees</p><p>Oversee the full cycle for the Internal Tender Committee and Board Tender Committee, including facilitating meetings, presenting, recording minutes, and follow up action items till closure.</p><p>Monitoring & Reporting</p><p>Monitor Contracts & Procurement financial performance (OPEX and CAPEX) against the approved budget to ensure alignment with set budget guidelines, identify areas of unsatisfactory performance, and recommend performance improvement opportunities.</p><p>Ensure that Contracts & Procurement recommendations and reports are accurate, relevant, and timely that will lead to stakeholders being able to make informed and timely decisions. Present regular and ad-hoc management reports on new opportunities, highlight critical issues and challenges, and provide strategic insight to ensure effective decision-making.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Bachelor s degree in accounting, Operation Management, Supply Chain, Quantity Surveying or relvent field.</p><p>Master s degree or any other qualification - Preferred but not required.</p><p>Minimum 14 years of relevant working experience handling Contracts and Procurement processes or relevent field.</p><p>Solid knowledge and strong working experience in:</p><ul><li>Procurement</li><li>Financial management - Project financing</li><li>Downstream Operations Oil & Gas context</li><li>Mega Projects execution in Oil & Gas experience</li><li>JV and stakeholder management</li><li>Middle East experience is an asset.</li><li>Procurement and Contract standards for Middle East</li><li>Local supplier development</li><li>C&P Talent Development</li><li>Knowledge of strategic sourcing and category management concepts.</li><li>Abreast of leading practices in procurement processes and systems.</li><li>Strong understanding of contract management.</li><li>Good understanding of business and governance structure.</li><li>Ability to lead all procurement and contracts activities, tactically and strategically.</li><li>Omani and international Law</li></ul><p>Leadership & Soft:</p><ul><li>Capable of inspiring and leading change.</li><li>Committing Personally,</li><li>Focusing on Results,</li><li>Serving Customers for Business</li><li>HSSE focus.</li><li>Self-starter, independent</li><li>Strong communication skills.</li><li>Able to build suitably synergies in multidisciplinary teams.</li><li>Capacity to manage and resolve general complex issues when strategic thinking is required within broad functional policies and objectives.</li><li>Proven ability to manage stakeholder interests, as well as influence and negotiate with them.</li><li>Strong technical, commercial and communication skills.</li><li>People management</li><li>Planning and organizing</li><li>Systemic thinking</li><li>Business Acumen</li><li>Decisiveness</li><li>Technical and commercial instinct</li></ul><p>Technical:</p><ul><li>Computer Literacy including MS Office suit and ERP / SAP.</li><li>Procurement.</li><li>Contract.</li><li>Category Manager.</li><li>Strategic sourcing.</li><li>Procurement systems.</li><li>Contract management.</li><li>Policies and procedures.</li></ul>
<p>Responsible for managing, planning, and administering the Contracts and Procurement that include the Procurement & Supplier Performance Management, Contracting at OQ8, under delegated authority of VP SCM. Acting as single point of accountability for Contracts and Procurement services, support provider and owner of the Procurement and Contract standards at Corporate and operational level, through Providing direction to the diverse teams and processes that includes (1) Procurement, (2) Contracts, (3) Strategic Contracts, and (4) Supplier and Performance Management; in order to achieve a positive supplier performance on balanced forms of contract and effective policies and procedures, to support business value and gain commercial advantage to OQ8 while ensuring material and service contract availability to internal customers.</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 Accountabilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic Business Plan & Risk Management</strong></p><p>Oversees the development and execution of Contracts and Procurement and long-term strategic plan in alignment with the function and organization strategies. Oversees development of Contracts and Procurement business plans to ensure the achievement of function and organization financial and strategic objectives.</p><p>Oversees risk Management and ensure compliance with Local Government procurement and tendering guidelines while seeking to adopt innovative, best practice & Contracts and Procurement solutions; in order to deliver business value, gain commercial advantage to OQ8 while applying best in class process.</p><p><strong>Procurement</strong></p><p>Overseas procurement strategy execution through best-in-class sourcing and negotiation strategy</p><p>Oversee the evaluating processes (including complex commercial aspects of procurement) and the direction on complex negotiation & decisions on price and terms.</p><p>Oversee the cross-functional annual procurement planning process in order to ensure timely and effective service delivery to internal customers.</p><p>Capitalize on Procurement opportunities caused by changing market forces through heightened market intelligence and awareness to gain commercial advantage for the organization.</p><p>Oversee marketing strategy for category-based / category planning process across categories, ensuring the growth of opportunities and business targets through category & market analysis.</p><p><strong>Supplier Management</strong></p><p>Oversees the Local Supplier Development through the implementation of a comprehensive development program for local suppliers under specific requirements (including Procurement, OMT Contracts, Corporate Contracts, Project Contracts, Materials, Inventory, Warehouse Procurement and Contracts, Logistics, & Purchase Performance, Capital Projects).</p><p>Provide a reliable platform to enhance capabilities of Local suppliers, and set processes parameters, monitoring, and altering key variables for the capacity building initiative; in order to provide a reliable platform for training and ensure that suppliers are assessed for further enhancement.</p><p>Manage supplier relations through initiative-taking engagement initiatives, smooth transaction process and complaints management to achieve a positive supplier experience.</p><p>Overseas and lead Planning, Market Intelligence & Strategy initiatives, and teams to achieve positive supplier experience. Ensuring effective and efficiency processes and heightened market intelligence.</p><p><strong>Performance Management</strong></p><p>Oversees the Capacity building initiatives & performance of direct and indirect staff, aligning those initiatives with the human resources processes and systems, to ensure the transfer of knowledge to local staff and motivate employees with the right balance of technical and functional capabilities.</p><p>Oversees Contracts & Procurement employees competence development.</p><p>Oversee building and retaining capabilities within Contracts & Procurement</p><p>Lead and guide a motivated, engaged, high performing and capable team in order to deliver the department business plan.</p><p>Lead the Talent and Performance Management at Contracts & Procurement for its direct and indirect reports, defining workforce requirements, recruiting, training, and developing talent, aligned with the human resources processes and systems, to ensure capable, qualified, and initiative-taking employees with the right balance of technical and functional capabilities.</p><p><strong>Contracts</strong></p><p>Oversee the contract strategy execution through the implementation of best-in-class sourcing and negotiation strategies that are aligned with organization s policy to ensure the right contracts are in place to deliver value to internal customers.</p><p>Oversee the development and implementation of improved contractual documents through the alignment of stakeholders to achieve balanced forms of contract that protect OO8 and obtain supplier acceptance.</p><p>Oversees contract management processes to ensure the delivery of required supplier performance, and partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that OO8 s procurement solutions meet the needs of industry and internal customers.</p><p><strong>Strategic Contracts</strong></p><p>Provide support to the Contract Holders and Owners of Strategic Contracts as defined in the Terms of Reference</p><p>Oversees and lead the audit queries for Contract-related matters within the Strategic Contracts</p><p>Develop & implement all transformation initiatives related to strategic contracts.</p><p><strong>Tender Committees</strong></p><p>Oversee the full cycle for the Internal Tender Committee and Board Tender Committee, including facilitating meetings, presenting, recording minutes, and follow up action items till closure.</p><p><strong>Monitoring & Reporting</strong></p><p>Monitor Contracts & Procurement financial performance (OPEX and CAPEX) against the approved budget to ensure alignment with set budget guidelines, identify areas of unsatisfactory performance, and recommend performance improvement opportunities.</p><p>Ensure that Contracts & Procurement recommendations and reports are accurate, relevant, and timely that will lead to stakeholders being able to make informed and timely decisions. Present regular and ad-hoc management reports on new opportunities, highlight critical issues and challenges, and provide strategic insight to ensure effective decision-making.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Education requirements</strong></p><p>Bachelor s degree in accounting, Operation Management, Supply Chain, Quantity Surveying or relvent field.</p><p>Master s degree or any other qualification - Preferred but not required.</p><p><strong>Background and experience</strong></p><p>Minimum 14 years of relevant working experience handling Contracts and Procurement processes or relevent field.</p><p>Solid knowledge and strong working experience in:</p><p>Procurement</p><p>Financial management - Project financing</p><p>Downstream Operations Oil & Gas context</p><p>Mega Projects execution in Oil & Gas experience</p><p>JV and stakeholder management</p><p>Middle East experience is an asset.</p><p>Procurement and Contract standards for Middle East</p><p>Local supplier development</p><p>C&P Talent Development</p><p>Knowledge of strategic sourcing and category management concepts.</p><p>Abreast of leading practices in procurement processes and systems.</p><p>Strong understanding of contract management.</p><p>Good understanding of business and governance structure.</p><p>Ability to lead all procurement and contracts activities, tactically and strategically.</p><p>Omani and international Law</p><p><strong>Competencies and skills</strong></p><p><strong>Leadership & Soft:</strong></p><p>Capable of inspiring and leading change.</p><p>Committing Personally,</p><p>Focusing on Results,</p><p>Serving Customers for Business</p><p>HSSE focus.</p><p>Self-starter, independent</p><p>Strong communication skills.</p><p>Able to build suitably synergies in multidisciplinary teams.</p><p>Capacity to manage and resolve general complex issues when strategic thinking is required within broad functional policies and objectives.</p><p>Proven ability to manage stakeholder interests, as well as influence and negotiate with them.</p><p>Strong technical, commercial and communication skills.</p><p>People management</p><p>Planning and organizing</p><p>Systemic thinking</p><p>Business Acumen</p><p>Decisiveness</p><p>Technical and commercial instinct</p><p><strong>Technical:</strong></p><p>Computer Literacy including MS Office suit and ERP / SAP.</p><p>Procurement.</p><p>Contract.</p><p>Category Manager.</p><p>Strategic sourcing.</p><p>Procurement systems.</p><p>Contract management.</p><p>Policies and procedures.</p>
<p><b>POSITION SUMMARY</b> Based in Salalah, in Dhofar Governorate, Oman, Chief of Party (ARISE Program Lead) is the most senior manager of the ARISE Program Team, with strong managerial experience and technical expertise in biodiversity, land restoration/conservation, and land management. S/he is responsible for the overall coordination and management of all programmatic and financial aspects of the ARISE Program in accordance with approved documents and GGGI guidelines. S/he designs detailed work plans, ensures rigorous technical and financial oversight of program activities, manages the operations unit, and drives multi-stakeholder communication to position GGGI as a trusted partner in biodiversity and land management. As Chief of Party, The Program Director/Chief of Party has dual reporting to the Regional Director of the GGGI-MENA and the Country Representative. PURPOSE • Serve as the program lead responsible for the comprehensive execution and daily management of the ARISE Program team in Salalah, Oman • Provide robust technical expertise and innovative direction in biodiversity conservation, land restoration/conservation, and sustainable land management • Lead the development of detailed annual work plans, technical reports, and comprehensive budget forecasts, ensuring seamless integration of project activities with local environmental targets • Supervise the execution of programmatic activities, providing rigorous administrative, financial, and technical oversight to meet targeted project milestones ENGAGEMENT • Keep abreast on socio-economic and political changes in the environment and undertake timely strategic review of GGGI's country program ensuring continued relevance • Develop networks and partnerships with national and regional institutions • Provide leadership in the development and implementation of the ARISE Program Workplan, detailed budget, terms of references, job descriptions, Risk Management Framework, etc. • Lead, direct and mentor the country teams in line with the organizational strategy • Maintain close communication with the RO-MENA and Omani Authorities on relevant factors keeping abreast with developments and changes • Ensure the ARISE Program implements GGGI policies, procedures, operational guidelines and standards • Ensure coordination with other divisions of GGGI for prompt support services • Manage technical staff members supporting the country program from the RO-MENA DELIVERY I. Program and Financial Management: • Coordinate the design and review of project documents as requested by GGGI, the ARISE Program Steering Committee (PSC) and the Program Management Committee (PMC);manage program budgets, financial resources, and expenditures by tracking resources, reviewing actual performance against budgets, explaining variances, and developing cost modification requests; document and disseminate best practices within Oman and abroad to promote quality and learning; support project partners with technical implementation; and ensure staff compliance with accountability, effectiveness, and efficiency standards, GGGI operational procedures, and applicable Omani Government regulations II. Representation and Advocacy: • Act as the primary point of contact for RO-MENA , the Omani Government, implementing partners, and key public-private stakeholders • Strengthen linkages with existing and potential partner agencies and institutions for the delivery of ARISE Program results • Oversee program communication strategies in collaboration with GGGI Communication Experts, ensuring full compliance with donor's branding and marketing requirements as well as GGGI marketing and communication procedures III . Manage the ARISE Program Implementation Unit (PIU) Team • Lead, manage and supervise the PIU team to meet ARISE Program objectives • Conduct periodic reviews of staff performance in keeping with GGGI' performance management system and mentor staff to ensure high levels of motivation, commitment, capacity, and teamwork • Participate into the recruitment for the ARISE Program, in collaboration with Human Resources team, to ensure optimum service delivery through recruitment of competent and qualified staff • Foster organizational values of teamwork, empowerment, risk-taking, customer responsiveness, and effective communication </p><p><br></p><p><b>REQUIREMENTS QUALIFICATIONS </b>• Master s degree or equivalent in agriculture, biodiversity conservation, land/ecosystem restoration and conservation, natural resources management, bioeconomy, economics, environmental science, or a related field • A minimum of 9-11 years professional experience in managing complex, multi-disciplinary environmental, biodiversity, or land restoration programs in international settings or developing country contexts. , of which 7-8 should be with some experience in a senior management position. Work experience, particularly in community development, is desirable • Proven experience leading large-scale, multi-stakeholder programs or initiatives involving government agencies, development partners, private sector actors, research institutions, and local communities. • Demonstrated experience working with national and sub-national government institutions, including policy dialogue, institutional strengthening, coordination, and implementation of development programs • Experience engaging private sector actors, investors, and value chain stakeholders to promote sustainable and scalable development outcomes • Experience mobilizing public and private investment, developing partnerships, and identifying opportunities for program sustainability and scale-up • Experience applying participatory approaches, community-based development methodologies, stakeholder engagement processes, and capacity-building principles • Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in organizational policies, procedures and regulations, front-line team management, central and local governments, and community development preferred • Proven experience building and maintaining institutional linkages required • Experience with participatory methods and partnerships required • Public relations skills required • Understanding of and experience with community-level development and demand-driven organizations, and accompaniment and capacity-building principles in local partnerships highly desired • Fluency in Arabic is an asset for this role and is highly desirable </p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Master s degree or equivalent in agriculture, biodiversity conservation, land/ecosystem restoration and conservation, natural resources management, bioeconomy, economics, environmental science, or a related field. A minimum of 9-11 years professional experience in managing complex, multi-disciplinary environmental, biodiversity, or land restoration programs in international settings or developing country contexts. , of which 7-8 should be with some experience in a senior management position. Work experience, particularly in community development, is desirable. Proven experience leading large-scale, multi-stakeholder programs or initiatives involving government agencies, development partners, private sector actors, research institutions, and local communities. Demonstrated experience working with national and sub-national government institutions, including policy dialogue, institutional strengthening, coordination, and implementation of development programs. Experience engaging private sector actors, investors, and value chain stakeholders to promote sustainable and scalable development outcomes. Experience mobilizing public and private investment, developing partnerships, and identifying opportunities for program sustainability and scale-up. Experience applying participatory approaches, community-based development methodologies, stakeholder engagement processes, and capacity-building principles. Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in organizational policies, procedures and regulations, front-line team management, central and local governments, and community development preferred. Proven experience building and maintaining institutional linkages required. Experience with participatory methods and partnerships required. Public relations skills required. Understanding of and experience with community-level development and demand-driven organizations, and accompaniment and capacity-building principles in local partnerships highly desired. Fluency in Arabic is an asset for this role and is highly desirable. Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required.</p>
<p>The PBX Operator is responsible for the overall guest satisfaction by greeting guests with a warm, sincere voice and recognizing and anticipating individual guest needs while ensuring a complete follow up. The PBX Operator will assist our guests and colleagues in emergency situation by distributing our emails, alerts, and messages in timely manner.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>General:</strong></p><ul><li>It is part of your role to understand and disseminate/communicate all corporate and hotel policies and standard operating procedures to the colleagues.</li><li>MOHG Code of Conduct requires that all business activities and business decisions comply with the general law, with all rules, regulations, and other requirements.</li><li>It is part of your strategy to fully understand and support in all aspects the Mandarin Oriental, Doha Human Resources Strategic Policy.</li><li>It is part of your role and your responsibility to fully support all learning and development activities.</li><li>You shall take all reasonable steps to safeguard stored information, and not divulge or otherwise transfer any personal data concerning the guests, customers or colleagues, or any confidential information concerning the hotel unless with the appropriate authority.</li><li>Use of the hotel s network, computers or internet access which is in the hotel s view unreasonable or inappropriate, for example gambling, chatroom, or pornographic material, is a serious breach of hotel policy and grounds for summary dismissal.</li><li>Support and adhere to all policies & procedures relating to Safe, Sound and Sustainable at Mandarin Oriental.</li><li>Ensure compliance with the MOHG Social Media Policy, i.e. to be fully responsible for the content you publish on any social media platform, including your personal site.</li><li>Mandarin Oriental, Doha has zero tolerance on all forms of harassment or discrimination, i.e. it is strictly forbidden to discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, including physical or medical condition, race, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or for any other reason.</li><li>Act as a hotel ambassador at all times.</li><li>To carry out any additional duties requested by management, related to hotel operational activities.</li><li><strong>Departmental:</strong></li><li>To carry out any additional duties requested by management, related to hotel operational activities.</li><li>Answer hotel s main telephone number and connect guest and colleagues to the correct telephone extension.</li><li>Greet all callers with warm and sincere greeting.</li><li>To carry out wake-up call procedures to perfection and maintain accurate and appropriate records</li><li>To take and retrieve messages, both in Voicemail and HelloMO, in the appropriate manner.</li><li>To be able to take messages in writing and ensuring delivery.</li><li>To maintain a good working relationship with all departments</li><li>To make sure to assist all departments calls when they revert to the board.</li><li>Ensure there is sufficient stationary at all times</li><li>Tables and chairs should be clean and keyboard should be turn around and discard of any foreign objects</li><li>Make sure printers are working at all times and contact IT Department when maintenance or ink are needed</li><li>Assist Reservations Department, Front Office and Room Service when needed</li><li>Anticipate and recognize individual guest needs.</li><li>Able to think clearly, quickly, maintain concentration, and composure to make conscious decisions.</li><li>Monitor telephones system problems and alert pertinent departments in an effort to correct said problems in an expedited manner to prevent guest dissatisfaction.</li><li>Pass on requests in a timely and accurate manner to appropriate colleagues.</li><li>Communicate with security as necessary in the event of an emergency.</li><li>Document all guest requests, complaints or problems immediately and notify designated department/ personnel for resolving the situation.</li><li>Ensure customer satisfaction from arrival to departure in accordance to the MOHG Legendary Quality Experiences (LQEs), the MOHG Pillars and the respective service standards of MOQA.</li><li>Maintain complete knowledge of:</li><li>All hotel features/services, hours of operations.</li><li>All hotel restaurant food concepts, dress code and ambiance.</li><li>All hotel room types, number /names, amenities and locations.</li><li>Scheduled daily group activities, names and locations of meeting/banquet rooms</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The PBX Operator is responsible for the overall guest satisfaction by greeting guests with a warm, sincere voice and recognizing and anticipating individual guest needs while ensuring a complete follow up.</li><li>The PBX Operator will assist our guests and colleagues in emergency situation by distributing our emails, alerts, and messages in timely manner.</li><li>It is part of your role to understand and disseminate/communicate all corporate and hotel policies and standard operating procedures to the colleagues.</li><li>MOHG Code of Conduct requires that all business activities and business decisions comply with the general law, with all rules, regulations, and other requirements.</li><li>It is part of your strategy to fully understand and support in all aspects the Mandarin Oriental, Doha Human Resources Strategic Policy.</li><li>It is part of your role and your responsibility to fully support all learning and development activities.</li><li>You shall take all reasonable steps to safeguard stored information, and not divulge or otherwise transfer any personal data concerning the guests, customers or colleagues, or any confidential information concerning the hotel unless with the appropriate authority.</li><li>Use of the hotel s network, computers or internet access which is in the hotel s view unreasonable or inappropriate, for example gambling, chatroom, or pornographic material, is a serious breach of hotel policy and grounds for summary dismissal.</li><li>Support and adhere to all policies & procedures relating to Safe, Sound and Sustainable at Mandarin Oriental.</li><li>Ensure compliance with the MOHG Social Media Policy, i.e. to be fully responsible for the content you publish on any social media platform, including your personal site.</li><li>Mandarin Oriental, Doha has zero tolerance on all forms of harassment or discrimination, i.e. it is strictly forbidden to discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, including physical or medical condition, race, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or for any other reason.</li><li>Act as a hotel ambassador at all times.</li><li>To carry out any additional duties requested by management, related to hotel operational activities.</li><li>To carry out any additional duties requested by management, related to hotel operational activities.</li><li>Answer hotel s main telephone number and connect guest and colleagues to the correct telephone extension.</li><li>Greet all callers with warm and sincere greeting.</li><li>To carry out wake-up call procedures to perfection and maintain accurate and appropriate records</li><li>To take and retrieve messages, both in Voicemail and HelloMO, in the appropriate manner.</li><li>To be able to take messages in writing and ensuring delivery.</li><li>To maintain a good working relationship with all departments</li><li>To make sure to assist all departments calls when they revert to the board.</li><li>Ensure there is sufficient stationary at all times</li><li>Tables and chairs should be clean and keyboard should be turn around and discard of any foreign objects</li><li>Make sure printers are working at all times and contact IT Department when maintenance or ink are needed</li><li>Assist Reservations Department, Front Office and Room Service when needed</li><li>Anticipate and recognize individual guest needs.</li><li>Able to think clearly, quickly, maintain concentration, and composure to make conscious decisions.</li><li>Monitor telephones system problems and alert pertinent departments in an effort to correct said problems in an expedited manner to prevent guest dissatisfaction.</li><li>Pass on requests in a timely and accurate manner to appropriate colleagues.</li><li>Communicate with security as necessary in the event of an emergency.</li><li>Document all guest requests, complaints or problems immediately and notify designated department/ personnel for resolving the situation.</li><li>Ensure customer satisfaction from arrival to departure in accordance to the MOHG Legendary Quality Experiences (LQEs), the MOHG Pillars and the respective service standards of MOQA.</li><li>Maintain complete knowledge of:</li><li>All hotel features/services, hours of operations.</li><li>All hotel restaurant food concepts, dress code and ambiance.</li><li>All hotel room types, number /names, amenities and locations.</li><li>Scheduled daily group activities, names and locations of meeting/banquet rooms</li></ul>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>A. Job Summary The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing the sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management functions of the company. This role involves developing procurement strategies, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that goods and services are purchased at the best value while maintaining high-quality standards. The Procurement Manager works closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to align procurement practices with company goals and budgetary constraints B. Key Responsibilities Core Area: 1. Procurement Strategy & Sourcing - Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives. - Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers for raw materials, APIs, packaging, and equipment. - Establish long-term supplier relationships to ensure quality and cost efficiency. - Stay updated with market trends, pricing, and supplier capabilities. - Conduct market analysis to identify sourcing opportunities and trends. 2. Vendor & Supplier Management - Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships. - Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, or compliance - Conduct supplier qualifications, audits, and performance evaluations. - Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability. - Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms with suppliers. - Ensure compliance with organizational policies and legal regulations in all contracts - Manage supplier risk assessment and alternate sourcing strategies. 3. Cost Optimization & Budget Management - Drive cost-saving initiatives while maintaining product quality and availability. - Analyze procurement cost trends, pricing models, and total cost of ownership (TCO). - Work with finance teams to ensure budget control and cost efficiency. - Optimize inventory levels to balance cost and demand. 4. Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination - Collaborate with production, planning, and warehouse teams to ensure on-time material availability. - Monitor inventory levels, stock movement, and reordering processes. - Implement Just-In-Time (JIT) and vendor-managed inventory (VMI) models for optimization. 5. Procurement Process Management - To supervise procurement of raw materials, Packaging Material, Lab chemicals, Reference standards and other MISC materials as per requirement. - To receive requisitions from various departments and process them as per priority in discussion with Director SCM and based on required approvals. - Compile the documents for pre-budget approval with Finance dept. Follow up with Finance and Internal Auditor, as it needs to be coordinated for approval with Internal Auditor once Finance approves it. - To supervise and validate the generating of Purchase Order (PO) for approved order, check and send mail with the approved Po to vendor and following up with Finance for advance payment settlements / Following up with vendors for faster delivery of Material. - Arrange Collection of the documents through mail, Invoice, packing list, certificate origin, certificate of analysis, if it is air shipment air waybill, it is sea shipment bill of lading - Raw material needs to be attested by MOH / MOE backed up by COA / MSDS and seek approval for import from them. - To make sure duty charges are paid if it is not exempted ones though Agent, if they are not mentioned in MOH decree - To follow up with the clearing agent for clearance of all the imported material. - As soon as the material arrival is known, inform the stores in advance for them to plan the space and receive the materials. - To procure miscellaneous items consumable from local vendors and arrange to keep those items in stores. - To liaison with the Accounts department for the LC terms agreed with vendors, to enable them to interact with the bank and complete formalities and make the process smoother. - Follow up with Accounts for LC copy and provide it to suppliers. - Update MOH on Raw materials procured using CSV format on a monthly basis. - To forward raw material active or Excipient and packaging material sample to QC & R &D department for analysis and follow-up for the report. - To ensure audits of manufacturers are planned and organized as per QA requirements for regulatory compliance. - To liaise with vendors for documentation requirements for Regulatory Dept. on regular basis for submissions with various regulatory bodies. - To ensure cost of materials are in control and credit terms with Vendors are improved in comparison to previous years. 6. Human Resource Management: - Overall supervision and motivation of the team. - Set and approve targets for the performance of his immediate subordinates. - Carry out annual performance appraisal of his subordinates and identify their potential and training and development needs. - Identifying training needs for subordinates and train and develop supervisors to provide management depth; provide motivation and career development for employees, - Give guidance, support, and professional leadership to staff under him and motivate them. C. Job Specifications Education - Bachelor s degree in Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. - Professional certifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) are a plus. Experience - Minimum 15 years of experience, preferably in similar or related industry, out of which 3-5 years in managerial rule. - Extensive experience in managing procurement, with a proven track record of success - Experience in global sourcing or managing international suppliers - Knowledge of inventory management or logistics Functional Competencies 1. Strategic Sourcing - Expertise in identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers to meet business needs. - Ability to analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to optimize sourcing strategies. 2. Supplier Relationship Management - Proficiency in managing supplier contracts, performance, and relationships. - Knowledge of supplier risk assessment and supplier development programs. 3. Contract Management and Negotiation - Skilled in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating procurement contracts and agreements. - Understanding of legal and regulatory requirements in procurement contracts. 4. Cost and Price Analysis - Ability to conduct total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and cost-benefit evaluations. - Proficiency in benchmarking supplier pricing and managing procurement budgets. 5. Procurement Systems and Tools - Proficiency in using procurement and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa). - Familiarity with e-procurement platforms and supplier management tools. 6.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>Education - Bachelor s degree in Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. - Professional certifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) are a plus. Experience - Minimum 15 years of experience, preferably in similar or related industry, out of which 3-5 years in managerial rule. - Extensive experience in managing procurement, with a proven track record of success - Experience in global sourcing or managing international suppliers - Knowledge of inventory management or logistics Functional Competencies 1. Strategic Sourcing - Expertise in identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers to meet business needs. - Ability to analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to optimize sourcing strategies. 2. Supplier Relationship Management - Proficiency in managing supplier contracts, performance, and relationships. - Knowledge of supplier risk assessment and supplier development programs. 3. Contract Management and Negotiation - Skilled in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating procurement contracts and agreements. - Understanding of legal and regulatory requirements in procurement contracts. 4. Cost and Price Analysis - Ability to conduct total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and cost-benefit evaluations. - Proficiency in benchmarking supplier pricing and managing procurement budgets. 5. Procurement Systems and Tools - Proficiency in using procurement and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa). - Familiarity with e-procurement platforms and supplier management tools. 6. Risk Management - Ability to identify and mitigate procurement risks, such as supply chain disruptions or compliance issues. - Knowledge of risk assessment frameworks and contingency planning. 7. Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge - Understanding of laws and regulations related to procurement, including anti-corruption and ethical sourcing practices. - Proficiency in ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards. 8. Inventory and Supply Chain Management - Knowledge of inventory control methods and supply chain processes. - Ability to align procurement strategies with supply chain requirements to ensure seamless operations. 9. Vendor Performance Management - Expertise in setting and monitoring KPIs for supplier performance. - Ability to conduct supplier audits and manage performance improvement plans. 10. Demand Planning and Forecasting - Ability to align procurement activities with demand forecasts and production schedules. - Skills in collaborating with other departments to anticipate purchasing needs. Core Competencies - Strong negotiation skills - High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Collaboration and Influencing - Customer and Stakeholder Focus - Attention to detail and accuracy. - Innovation and Continuous Improvement - Dedication to mentoring and empowering team members to achieve their potential. - Ability to build a high-performing team and promote a culture of collaboration and excellence.</p><p></p></section>
<p><h4>Join Downe House Muscat as a teacher of maths for August 2026 and help shape a vibrant, inspiring learning environment for young minds!</h4>
<p><strong>About Cognita:</strong><br>
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools is proudly unique; however, our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.</p>
<p>At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger; ensuring they get an education that’s, quite literally, world class.</p>
<h4>About Downe House Muscat: A premium British international school with Omani heart</h4>
<p>Downe House Muscat proudly stands as the world’s first authentic international girls’ school established in partnership with a leading all-girls’ school from England. Drawing on over 117 years of world-class British education from Downe House in the UK, we bring a premium British education tailored to the international context of Oman.</p>
<p>We operate as a co-educational school from KG1 to Grade 4, transitioning to an all-girls environment from Grade 5 to Grade 12, ensuring a strong, focused girls’ education in the upper years.</p>
<p>Our mission is to inspire and challenge every student, nurturing confident young women who are ready to make their mark on the world.</p>
<h4>What we offer</h4>
<ul>
<li>A first-class British education leading to IGCSE, A Level and Omani GED examinations.</li>
<li>Academic excellence in education, empowering each student to achieve their personal best.</li>
<li>Outstanding pastoral care supporting personal growth, well-being and character development.</li>
<li>Broad co-curricular opportunities that enrich learning and foster creativity, leadership and independence.</li>
</ul>
<p>Everything at Downe House Muscat is designed to encourage intellectual curiosity, nurture individual talents and foster a culture of inclusivity and respect. With a personalised approach, including individualised tutoring and a comprehensive pastoral system, we ensure every student thrives from the moment they join our school.</p>
<h4>Our campus and facilities</h4>
<p>Located in the Al Bandar Masterplan, near Muscat International Airport and key residential areas, our state-of-the-art campus offers exceptional learning facilities, including:</p>
<ul>
<li>A STEM Centre and IT labs</li>
<li>Art and Design studios</li>
<li>A 400-seat theatre, plus music and drama classrooms</li>
<li>Dedicated libraries and a central atrium</li>
</ul>
<p>At Downe House Muscat, we strive to deliver an education that goes beyond academics, fostering intellectual appetite, creativity, confidence and a global mindset. We invite you to join us on this exceptional journey of growth, learning and empowerment.</p>
<h4>Role overview</h4>
<p>Downe House Muscat is seeking to appoint an outstanding teacher of maths to join our thriving Maths Department. Reporting to the Assistant Head for Academic Standards, the teacher of maths is responsible for delivering high-quality teaching that secures strong progress and outcomes for all students. The post holder will teach maths across the secondary age range as required, contributing positively to a developing and ambitious department. For the right candidate, there may be scope to take on additional responsibility or a leadership role as the department and school continue to grow.</p>
<p>The role includes teaching IGCSE, A Level, and the Omani GED. No previous experience of the GED is required, as full training will be provided.</p>
<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed professional who is an excellent communicator and who builds positive, collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.</p>
<h4>Key responsibilities</h4>
<ul>
<li>Teach maths to a high standard, planning and delivering well-structured lessons that meet the needs of all learners.</li>
<li>Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and effective pedagogy, including clear explanation, modelling and purposeful practice.</li>
<li>Differentiate effectively to ensure all students are supported to achieve success and the most able are appropriately stretched.</li>
<li>Use assessment to track progress, identify gaps and inform teaching, providing timely, meaningful feedback.</li>
<li>Contribute to schemes of work, shared resources and curriculum development within the department.</li>
<li>Support intervention and enrichment to improve outcomes and build student confidence in maths.</li>
<li>Maintain a safe, purposeful and well-managed learning environment and uphold school policies and expectations.</li>
<li>Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues and students, contributing to positive home–school partnership where appropriate.</li>
<li>Participate in departmental meetings, professional development and the wider life of the school, including co-curricular activities as required.</li>
</ul>
<h4>School values and ethos</h4>
<ul>
<li>Actively promote the school’s vision through enthusiastic participation in all areas of school life.</li>
<li>Set consistently high expectations that inspire and motivate students and colleagues.</li>
<li>Adhere to all school rules, policies, and procedures.</li>
<li>Ensure that you model the speaking of English when in the presence of pupils and in public areas of the school.</li>
<li>Contribute to the school’s co-curricular and extra-curricular programmes.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Teaching and learning</h4>
<ul>
<li>Teach a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum in line with the robust standards expected at Downe House and aligned with the Downe House Method, contributing to the creation of new schemes of work and resources for a developing department.</li>
<li>Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons that meet the needs of all students, including those with EAL, through effective differentiation, targeted support and strong subject knowledge.</li>
<li>Show confidence working independently to design, refine and implement curriculum materials and embrace the challenge of shaping a nascent department.</li>
<li>Set ambitious learning goals, use varied strategies and technologies to support progress and apply assessment rigorously to track achievement and provide meaningful feedback.</li>
<li>Participate fully in the school’s co-curricular programme and uphold consistent, professional standards in teaching, learning and student development.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Professional standards</h4>
<ul>
<li>Attend assemblies, meetings, parents’ evenings, and school events.</li>
<li>Act as an exemplary role model for all students.</li>
<li>Maintain high standards of professionalism, including punctuality and presentation.</li>
<li>Reflect on practice to support continuous professional development.</li>
<li>Build and sustain positive working relationships with colleagues.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Safeguarding</h4>
<ul>
<li>Comply fully with all safeguarding policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Demonstrate a strong personal commitment to student welfare and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Engage in all safeguarding training as required.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Person specification</h4>
<p><strong>(Essential = E, Desirable = D)</strong></p>
<h4>Qualifications</h4>
<ul>
<li>A bachelor’s degree in maths or a relevant subject from a good university. (E)</li>
<li>Post graduate certificate of education (or equivalent). (E)</li>
<li>Qualified teacher status. (E)</li>
<li>Evidence of further post graduate study. (D)</li>
</ul>
<h4>Skills & experience</h4>
<ul>
<li>A minimum of three years relevant teaching experience. (E)</li>
<li>High levels of subject knowledge. (E)</li>
<li>A proven track record of high-quality teaching. (E)</li>
<li>Excellent working knowledge of the national curriculum for England. (E)</li>
<li>Knowledge of the Cambridge Lower Secondary International Curriculum as relevant to your subject. (D)</li>
<li>Experience and a proven track record of teaching successfully to IGCSE and A level in the specialist subject(s). (E)</li>
<li>A strong academic background, stature and experience that will command the respect of pupils, parents, colleagues and the wider community. (E)</li>
<li>An understanding of the demands of a UK independent day school environment. (D)</li>
<li>A commitment to academic progress and the welfare and safeguarding of pupils. (E)</li>
<li>Knowledge and understanding of recent educational developments and best practice. (E)</li>
<li>Experience of working with children who have English as a second language. (E)</li>
</ul>
<h4>Personal qualities</h4>
<ul>
<li>Ability to stretch the most able pupils, whilst also ensuring the curriculum is accessible to all. (E)</li>
<li>Ability to inspire children with a love of learning. (E)</li>
<li>Ability to understand the needs, challenges and opportunities of an international school community in its early years of development. (E)</li>
<li>Strong personal-relations and team-working skills. (E)</li>
<li>Ability to use ICT to enhance learning. (E)</li>
<li>Energy, charisma, resilience, flexibility and dynamism with the vision and drive to create productive learning environments and excellent outcomes for all children. (E)</li>
<li>Ability to work with and apply all school policies. (E)</li>
<li>Rigorous can-do attitude, positive team player with a sense of humour. (E)</li>
<li>Be willing to work hard and with enthusiasm, avoiding a “nine-to-five” approach. (E)</li>
</ul>
<h4>Our offer</h4>
<p>The successful candidate will benefit from accommodation allowance, private medical cover, flight allowances, end of service gratuity and an attractive tax-free salary. In addition, there will be a significant commitment to supporting the development and career goals of the successful candidates.</p>
<p>Interviews will take place online or in person.</p>
<p>The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, and therefore we encourage candidates to apply early in the process.</p>
<p>Thank you for your interest in Downe House Muscat. Due to the large number of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.</p>
<p>Downe House Muscat and Cognita are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expect the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to detailed and enhanced pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks for all countries lived in, qualification checks, employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment, and satisfactory reference checks for all employment in the last 10 years.</p></p><p></p>