About the Role
The company is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Director - Administration and Management Services. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of support services in finance, budget, human resources, procurement, travel, facilities maintenance, general administrative services, and ICT support. This role is critical in ensuring effective and timely delivery of services that are essential for the company's mission of promoting renewable energy adoption and sustainability globally. The position is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with a duration of appointment of two years, which may be extended.
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Responsibilities
- Coordinate the delivery of support services by guiding, monitoring, and overseeing performance in several functional areas.
- Act as the principal adviser to the Director-General on all matters pertaining to support services and ensure transparent and consistent implementation of financial, budgetary, and human resources policies and procedures.
- Oversee and coordinate the preparation of proposals, reports, and documentation on financial, budgetary, human resources, and administrative matters for relevant bodies.
- Represent the Director-General in negotiations and consultations on administrative and support matters with Member States and the host country's government.
- Develop, review, and recommend new policies, procedures, and guidelines for the integration of administrative efforts into the company's core mandate.
- Establish guidelines and processes aligned with the company's policies for sound budget, accounting, financial, and human resources management.
- Manage internal and external audits and implement related recommendations.
- Direct staff in the Administration and Management Services Division, developing work plans, appraising performance, and providing training.
- Ensure monitoring and development of overall work plans and strategies for the Division, securing required resources.
- Liaise with other organizations to incorporate best practices in the administrative policies of the company.
- Perform related duties as may be required by the Director-General.
Competencies
- Professionalism: Strong knowledge of administrative, budgetary, financial, logistical, and human resources policies; demonstrates competence and efficiency, achieving results under pressure.
- Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills, ability to listen and interpret messages, and engage in two-way communication.
- Teamwork: Collaborates with colleagues, values input and expertise, and prioritizes team goals over personal agendas.
- Planning & Organising: Develops clear goals, prioritizes tasks, and manages resources efficiently, foreseeing risks and allowing for contingencies.
- Leadership: Empowers others, develops strategies to achieve objectives, and maintains relationships to understand needs and drive improvements.
- Empowering Others: Delegates responsibilities and holds team members accountable while valuing their contributions.
Managerial Competencies
- Vision: Identifies strategic issues and communicates organizational direction effectively.
- Judgement/Decision-making: Analyzes complex situations, gathers information for well-informed decisions, and considers the impact of actions on the organization.
Qualifications
- Education: Advanced university degree in business or public administration, finance, accounting, law, or a related area. A first-level university degree plus relevant experience may be acceptable.
- Experience: A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in administration, budget, finance, human resources, or related fields, with significant senior management responsibilities. Experience in an international organization is desirable.
- Language: Excellent command of written and spoken English is required; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.
Benefits
The indicative net annual salary ranges from USD 117,953 to USD 124,798, with a post adjustment of USD 65,935 to USD 69,762, and other benefits. Other benefits may include:
- 30 days of annual leave
- Dependency benefits
- Health insurance scheme
- Rental subsidy
- Home leave, travel, and relocation expenses for internationally recruited staff
- Education grant for dependent children
- Settling-in grant
- Other entitlements as applicable
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
