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Arab Monetary Fund, a regional organization based in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates), with the objective of laying monetary foundations of Arab economic integration and accelerating the process of economic development in Arab Countries.

AMF is seeking Maintenance Engineer working closely with the Senior Maintenance Engineer directed by Administration Department Director

Responsibilities:

• Plan, program and execute preventive & corrective maintenance and running repairs of HVAC, mechanical and electrical and Plumbing systems of all equipment and materials such as lighting, air-conditioning, electrical distribution, generator sets, water supply, plumbing,  fire protection and fire safety systems, lifts, telecommunication and potentially building management system with the assistance of technical team in line with Safety and Comfort of the occupants and record all necessary information.
• Responsible for general property appearance and maintenance.
• Conduct regular inspections and service mechanical, electrical systems and its equipment and make necessary adjustments on operating equipment and its controls in an acceptable manner.
• Manage Procurement of equipment, fixtures and spare parts, materials…etc in line with maintenance request / maintenance schedule/repairs.
• Manage a team of technical people engaged in operation, repair and maintenance of buildings and building facilities and equipment in a safe manner while providing necessary training to the staff.
• Ability to diagnose and  trouble shoot the breakdown and  failures of Chiller / Air conditioning / Pumps / Electrical system including  switch gears, generators etc.
• Capable of  understanding and monitoring of Civil repairs, carpentry work and furniture repairs.
• Respond to all emergency callouts on 24/7 basis

Requirements Criteria

• Arab national, age not more than 45 years.
• Bachelor degree preferably in Mechanical Engineering  with minimum 10 years of experience in the high-rise building maintenance activities
• Fluency in both Arabic and English languages.
• Good knowledge of computer applications.
• High problem solving ability.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently
• High time management skills
• Good communication & reporting skills

The fund offers competitive terms of service in accordance with the applicable employment policy, which includes tax free salary, housing, furniture, air tickets, education allowance, and life & medical insurance.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The Arab Monetary Fund (AMF), is an Arab Regional Organization based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Its main objective is laying monetary foundations of Arab economic integration and accelerating the process of economic development in all Arab Countries. AMF is seeking to recruit a “Senior Regulatory Compliance Officer” in the Treasury & Investment Department.

Job Purpose

Act as senior member of the External Portfolios and Analysis Division of the Treasury & Investment Department. Provide a first line of support and assistance to the Treasury and Investment Department in handling inquiries regarding regulatory issues and tax matters. Assist the department in negotiating legal terms with external managers and banks. Act as a liaison with the AMF Legal Department, where necessary.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Document and communicate key relevant regulatory developments internally.

• Devise systems and processes to monitor regulatory matters.

• Identify and analyze areas of potential risk from regulatory.  

• Produce reports and presentations outlining findings, explaining risks positions and recommend changes.

• Devise scenario analyses reflecting possible severe market events.

• Develop contingency plans to deal with emergencies related to regulatory matters.

• Identify and study the exposures to regulatory regimes and recommend improvements.

• Communicate and negotiate with counterparties on ISDA, GMRA and CSA and other related agreements prior to submission to AMF Legal Department in order to maximize the benefits to the AMF.

• Review investment guidelines to ensure compliance with Investment Policy of external portfolios.

• Review subscription forms for funds of hedge funds and property funds.

• Complete and submit self-certification forms as required by custodians and external bond managers, funds of hedge funds and property funds.

• Review subscription forms for service providers.

• Draft, assemble, and file original documentation and submission materials to regulatory authorities to ensure that all submissions are accurate, of high quality and well supported by literature and regulatory foundations, and are in conformance with appropriate statutes, regulations, and guidelines.

• Track submissions to adequately respond to inquiries and requests.

• Remain current on developments in field(s) of expertise, regulatory requirements, and industry trends.

• Interpret and evaluate proposed regulations and advise on impact of such regulations on the business.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on international and domestic regulatory requirements.

• Maintain regulatory intelligence through continuous monitoring of regulatory landscape; identify risks, mitigation, and resolution strategies.

• Prepare reports to meet international regulations and reporting requirements.

• Update relevant departmental procedures as required.

• Ability to facilitate and provide leadership in interpreting regulatory standards and guidance in coordination with AMF Legal Department.

• Ensure that AMF complies with regulations in markets in which it has exposures. 

• Provide documents relating to AMF and other portfolios’ position on the status of AMF to counterparties upon request.

• Ensure that appropriate exemptions are undertaken to minimize tax consequences of investment decisions.

• Document and communicate key tax risks.

• Devise systems and processes to monitor tax risks.

• Identify and analyze areas of potential risk from tax perspective

• Develop contingency plans to deal with emergencies related to tax matters.

• Complete and submit the necessary tax forms in a timely manner.

• Respond to various taxing authority notices.

• Perform Tax research, as required.

• Upkeep compliance and internal controls on tax matters.

• Calculate tax liability, ensuring compliance is completed speedily and efficiently, and submitting tax returns and associated documents by the appropriate deadlines.

• Create tax strategies for AMF.

• Ensure that AMF complies with tax requirements in the markets in which it has exposures. 

• Communicate the tax-exempt status of AMF and all other portfolios to relevant authorities.

• Follow up and complete all necessary documents for tax and compliance as requested by various counterparties and regulators.

• Maintain the tax-exempt status of AMF and other portfolios where applicable.

Qualifications and Practical Experience:

• Bachelor Degree in Law or Taxation from a reputable and recognized university.

• Master degree in Law from a reputable university’s and /or professional qualification of CPA are a plus.

• At least 7 years of experience in regulatory and tax affairs of an investment entity, supranational organization or bank.

Skills:

• Able to implement and comply with policies, procedures, and processes.

• Ability to work under pressure and plan for own work schedules and priorities.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and technically challenging environment.

• Must be self-motivated and self-disciplined and able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and responsibilities.

• Proficient in report writing skills.

• Proficient knowledge of regulatory environment.

• Proficient knowledge of Anti Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) legislations.

• Proficient in understanding of financial markets.

• Good command of Arabic and English language skills.

The Fund offers competitive terms of service in accordance with the applicable employment policy, which includes tax free salary, housing, furniture, air tickets, education allowance, and life & medical insurance.

Arab Monetary Fund is a Regional Arab Organisation, Founded in 1976, and has started operations in 1977. Member Countries (22) are: Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Tunisia, Algeria, Djibouti, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Somalia, Iraq, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Egypt, Morocco, Mauritania, Yemen, Comoros. 

Objectives
The fund aims at contributing to the achievement of the following objectives: 

1.Correcting disequilibria in the balance of payments of member States. 
2.Striving for the removal of restrictions on current payments between member States. 
3.Establishing policies and modes of Arab monetary co-operation. 
4.Rendering advice, whenever called upon to do so, with regard to policies related to the investment of the financial resources of member States in foreign markets. 
5.Promoting the development of Arab financial markets. 
6.Paving the way towards the creation of a unified Arab currency. 
7.Promote trade among member States.

Position Summary

The IT helpdesk Officer position reports to the Head, IT Operations Unit in the IT Division.  It provides support and maintenance to the computer desktop environment at the Arab Monetary Fund by understanding user requirements, resolving technical issues, installing hardware and software solutions.  It is also responsible for the administration and internal support of AMF’s application and operating systems, PCs, printers, servers, and related equipment.

Specific duties and responsibilities

• Serving as the first point of contact for users seeking technical assistance over the phone, helpdesk System, email.
• Performing remote troubleshooting through diagnostic techniques and pertinent questions.
• Determining the best solution based on the issue and details provided by users.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve issues related to operating systems, hardware and software.
• Respond to queries either in person or over the phone.
• Provide technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to computer systems, software, and hardware.
• Document issues, incidents, remedies and conversations via specialized helpdesk application(s) to create a log that can be referenced by other engineers and for training purposes.
• Provide support in accordance with established processes.
• Walk user through problem-solving process.
• Direct unresolved issues to the next level of support.
• Provide accurate information on IT products or services.
• Record events and problems and their resolution in logs
• Identify and suggest possible improvements on procedures.
• Maintain daily performance of computer systems.
• Install, modify, and repair computer hardware and software.
• Run diagnostic programs to resolve problems.
• Utilize and maintain the helpdesk tracking software
• Maintain inventory of all equipment, software and software licenses
• Perform timely workstation hardware and software upgrades as required.
• Resolve technical problems with Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), and other systems.
• Follow up with users to ensure issue has been resolved.
• Gain feedback from users about computer usage.

Technical Skills

1. Tech savvy with working knowledge of office automation products, databases and remote access and diagnosis.
2. Good understanding of computer systems, mobile devices and other tech products.
3. Ability to diagnose and resolve basic technical issues.
4. Good communication skills in Arabic and English.
5. Customer-oriented and cool-tempered

Position Requirements

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Business, Communications or related field
2. At least 3 years of relevant and proven experience as a help desk technician or other customer support role

Adequate technical skills and character. 

Arab Monetary Fund is a Regional Arab Organisation, Founded in 1976, and has started operations in 1977. Member Countries (22) are: Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Tunisia, Algeria, Djibouti, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Somalia, Iraq, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Egypt, Morocco, Mauritania, Yemen, Comoros. 

Objectives
The fund aims at contributing to the achievement of the following objectives: 

1.Correcting disequilibria in the balance of payments of member States. 
2.Striving for the removal of restrictions on current payments between member States. 
3.Establishing policies and modes of Arab monetary co-operation. 
4.Rendering advice, whenever called upon to do so, with regard to policies related to the investment of the financial resources of member States in foreign markets. 
5.Promoting the development of Arab financial markets. 
6.Paving the way towards the creation of a unified Arab currency. 
7.Promote trade among member States.

Position summary

The IT Security Officer function is viewed to be one of the key functions supporting the design, implementation and monitoring of the information security structure at the Arab Monetary Fund.  In this capacity, the Security Officer reports directly to the Chief, IT Division within the Finance and IT Department at the Arab Monetary Fund.  It further supports AMF’s IT strategic direction by proactively considering security threats and initiatives.  To this end, the role requires an enthusiastic and passionate professional with a keen interest and ability to keep abreast of developments in information and communications technology.

Responsibilities

1. Maintaining a solid in depth understanding of the security issues and vulnerabilities facing the components of the IT environment at the Arab Monetary Fund.
2. Keeping well informed about the threats facing ICT in general and in what relates to the preventive measures and tools recommended to address AMF environment in particular.
3. Providing support to the IT Division in formulating and implementing security programs.  This includes proposing policies and providing configuration management for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware. 
4. Providing technical security guidance with value added, based on relevant industry standards and organizational policies.
5. Developing the Body of Evidence to support the assessment and authorization of information systems
6. Using vulnerability assessment tools to develop and interpret risk assessment reports.
7. Identifying the security categorization of information systems and documenting relevant security controls.
8. Performing regular system inspections, tests, periodic system audits, conducts media reviews and comprehensive investigations of computer security incidents.
9. Coordinating with other organizations and vendors for expertise as needed.

Professional skills

1. Ability to follow analytical approach when hunting for IT security holes
2. Ability to assess possible vulnerabilities and to fill the gaps
3. Perform assessments to vulnerabilities and execute penetration tests
4. Ability to demonstrate and forensically exhibit how IT networks are attacked.
5. Readiness and ability to train and educate users at various levels on the importance of cyber security and means of protection.
6. Ability to anticipate and expect potential cyber-attacks and to take advance measures to increase security arrangements and precautions to nullify such attacks.
7. Ability to work within a team in a demanding environment.
8. Must be able to articulate risk mitigations and answer technical security enquiries in a professional manner.

Technical skills

1. Understanding of system vulnerabilities and exploitation
2. Understanding of vulnerability mitigation.
3. DOD 8570 compliance (CISSP, Security +, etc.)
4. Enhanced knowledge in Risk Management and mitigation
5. Knowledgeable in cyber threats and attacks
6. Solid awareness of best practices, security standards and governing controls
7. Skillful in analyzing technical problems from various perspectives.
8. Proven skills in diagnosing and troubleshooting security related problems
9. Understand architecture, administration, and management of various operating systems and IT networks
10. Knowledge in configuring network devices especially routers, switches, firewalls and other traffic filters as per industry standards and promoted guidelines
11. Appropriate skills in managing and reporting security incidents
12. Must have strong analytical skills that enable understanding computer systems, identifying potential weaknesses, and designing and implementing possible solutions.
13. Skills in Network and Systems monitoring and Administration
14. Proven skills and experience in ethical hacking of systems and networks

Position Requirements

1. Bachelor Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS or other related business specialization from a reputed university is a must.
2. Certifications in CISSP, CAP, Security+, or related is a plus
3. Must have at least 10 years of working experience in relevant IT security position, with a good portfolio of relevant professional and technical skills.
4. 5+ years of experience hardening operating systems (Linux, Windows).
5. 5+ years of experience with vulnerability and compliance scanning tools
6. Must have exceptional writing capabilities on technical and process security controls.

Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English.

Arab Monetary Fund, a regional organization based in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates), with the objective of laying monetary foundation of Arab economic integration and accelerating the process of economic development in Arab Countries, in addition to its role as the Technical Secretariat of both the Arab Central Banks Governors Council and its subcommittees, as well as the Arab Finance Ministers Council.

AMF seeks to appoint a “Senior Financial Sector Specialist” in the Arab Financial Markets Division within the Economic and Technical Department of the Fund.

In view of the Fund’s strategy aiming at “Developing programs and initiatives to strengthen the financial and monetary sectors, and enhancing access to finance and financial services” on the one hand, and “Strengthening the Fund’s position as a key center of convergence and consultation for policy-makers, particularly its role as the Technical Secretariat of the Arab Central Banks Governors Council and its subcommittee the Arab Committee on Banking Supervision” on the other hand, the Fund is in the process of implementing various activities and programs including those that concern banking supervision and financial stability. Therefore, the primary focus of this position is banking supervision and financial stability topics, in addition to a total knowledge of the major aspects related to the financial sector and capital markets development in the region.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Contribution in the elaboration of the annual financial stability report on the Arab region.
2. Contribution in the organization and preparation of the meetings of the Arab Committee on Banking Supervision, and the Regional Task Force on Financial Stability.
3. Follow-up with the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision, and the Financial Stability Board, as well as all the other relevant authorities.
4. Follow-up with the Arab Central Banks and Monetary Agencies on topics and issues related to banking supervision and financial stability.
5. Data analysis and preparation of working papers and studies related to banking supervision and financial stability.
6. Participation in field missions organized in the context of the financial sector development initiatives of the Fund.
7. Contribution in the organization of the meetings, conferences and workshops organized by the AMF on relevant topics.
8. Formulating suggestions regarding the development of the Arab capital markets division’s work and activities in light with its mandate and objectives.

Qualifications and Practical Experience:

The candidate should:

• be a national of member Arab countries or of Arab origin;
• hold a Master Degree or a PHD in economics or finance from a reputable university, with the presence of relevant research studies or working papers published considered an advantage;
• have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in managerial positions in the financial sector in the Arab region;
• have a deep expertise on international principles and standards related to banking supervision and financial stability ;
• have the capacity to work under pressure and in a multi-cultural environment;
• be fluent in both Arabic and English, with knowledge of French considered an advantage;
• have an excellent knowledge of Microsoft office applications;
• be less than 40 years old.

The fund offers competitive terms of service in accordance with the applicable employment policy, which includes tax free salary, housing, furniture, air tickets, education allowance, and life & medical insurance.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.