5 Senior Vice President jobs in Kuwait

Vice President for Administration

Position Requires Relocation to Kuwait - Relocation Assistance Provided

The position accepts unaccompanied candidates only.

American International University - Kuwait City

Classification:

Executive Reports to: President

Job Purpose

The Vice President for Administration serves as a senior executive overseeing the University’s administrative operations, systems, and processes. This includes facilities management, maintenance, security, IT, retail operations, procurement, risk management, and general support services. Reporting to the President and working closely with other senior leaders, this role is responsible for the effective management, strategic planning, and operational execution of all administrative functions that support the University's mission and growth.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a member of the President's executive team, contributing to strategic planning, policy development, and institutional decision-making.

Provide leadership and oversight for key administrative functions, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Direct and coordinate the implementation of the campus master plan, including space utilization studies, sustainability initiatives, deferred maintenance, and capital projects.

Oversee budget development and resource allocation for administrative units, ensuring fiscal responsibility and effective use of resources.

Manage auxiliary services, including retail operations and campus facilities, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.

Supervise and evaluate staff within assigned divisions, fostering a culture of accountability, professional growth, and operational excellence.

Ensure IT infrastructure and technology systems effectively support administrative and academic operations.

Establish and maintain policies and procedures for administrative services, ensuring compliance with regulatory and institutional standards.

Develop and oversee risk management strategies to safeguard University assets, personnel, and operations.

Represent the University in interactions with governmental agencies, industry partners, and professional organizations related to administrative functions.

Monitor industry trends and best practices in higher education administration, applying insights to enhance University operations.

Other duties as assigned.

Reporting Departments

Facilities Management

Maintenance and Operations

Security and Campus Safety

Information Technology (IT)

Retail Management and Auxiliary Services

Procurement and Support Services (Mail and Copy Rooms)

Administrative Support Staff

Required Skills and Qualifications

Proven leadership experience in administrative operations, preferably in higher education or a similarly complex institutional environment.

Strong financial and budget management skills, with the ability to allocate resources effectively.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

Strategic problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.

Familiarity with technology infrastructure and administrative systems in a university setting.

Understanding of facilities planning, maintenance operations, and campus security protocols.

Ability to lead, inspire, and supervise diverse teams in a dynamic work environment.

Strong knowledge of procurement processes, risk management, and compliance requirements.

Experience with sustainability initiatives and campus development planning is preferred.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required in administration, business, operations management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

8+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education administration or a comparable setting.

Experience managing large-scale capital projects and institutional infrastructure improvements.

Demonstrated background in implementing technology-driven administrative solutions.

About American International University

American International University (AIU) is a private institution in Kuwait, founded in 2019, offering undergraduate programs based on the American higher education model. AIU provides degree programs in Engineering, Architecture and Design, and Business Administration, with English as the language of instruction. The University is committed to intellectual, cultural, and personal growth for all members of its community.

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VAC9509 - Senior Executive, Learning & Talent Management

Field: HR and Administration Services

Contract Type: Full Time - Permanent

Location: Kuwait - Kuwait City

Closing date: 05-Jan-2025

The Company:

Ooredoo is an organisation on the move. Thanks to our dedicated employees, we continue to move closer towards our vision to be among the top 20 telecommunications companies in the world.

We are a dynamic global telecommunications player operating in 17 countries across the Middle East, North Africa (MENA) and Asia. We cover a population of more than half a billion people and serve more than 68 million customers.

In Kuwait, we employ approximately 1,000 talented people, all of whom are driving Ooredoo to be the number one choice for world-class communications services in Kuwait. In the face of intensifying competition, increasingly sophisticated technology and rising customer expectations, nothing is more important to our success than our team – and it's a team that you can be part of.

Ooredoo's future is bright, and you can be part of our ongoing success.

The Role:

To support the planning and implementation of needed learning & organizational development processes and programs in collaboration with the Human Resources Department functions and other business units. Implement learning and development initiatives within the organization aiming towards leveraging learning & organizational development expertise. Responsible for assessing the organization’s needs and for the design, implementation and evaluation of development activities that support LOD initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify Management/Leadership training needs on an on-going basis through needs assessments, and surveys with Leaders.
• Coordinate with the Talent Management Group Leader and the HR Director to determine the educational programs, services and resources that would best meet training needs.
• Plan and publish a six-month Leadership training calendar covering all leaders training.
• Contribute to the preparation of and approval for the annual leadership training plan.
• Assist in Developing, implementing, monitoring and updating employees’ career development plans in coordination with major stakeholders.
• Assist in defining criteria to identify critical positions in coordination with major stakeholders.
• Assist in selecting and identifying Successors of the critical positions in coordination with major stakeholders.
• Review and analyse performance results for identified Successors and report back to Management.
• Monitor and update succession plans for each Successor.
• Monitor and update the Talent identification process and assessment center.
• Identify training needs for all Talents in line with agreed criteria.
• Monitor talent development programs.
• Manage and assure that Talents follow all approved development plans set for each.
• Assist in all Mobility matters and processes for development of employees.
• Act as a Focal Point of Contact.
• Maintain and file Assignees Records.
• Generate Mobility Reports.
• Monitor all In/ out bound Assignee matters (Pre/On/Post assignment).
• Drive the T&A collection, analysis and verification.
• Contribute to Vendor selection.
• Oversee the building of the training calendar.
• Monitor budget spending, track expenses, initiate cost saving measures and provide needed reports to HR Management.
• Ensure full alignment of T&D processes and procedures with other HR processes.
• Proactively take responsibility for self-improvement by staying well informed of developments, knowledge and innovations in relevant field of expertise.
• Other duties as directed by supervisor or other superiors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent and relevant work experience.

Job specific technical Skills:

• 0-1 years of experience in Learning & Talent Management.
• Good understanding of computer/data systems (internal Wataniya Telecom system knowledge is a plus), policies and procedures.
• Good command of both written and verbal English, Arabic would be an advantage.
• Good knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Certified as a trainer is an advantage.
• Skilled in the application and delivery of L&D concepts, theories, and methodologies.
• Interpersonal, organisational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Note: you will be required to attach the following:

1. Resume / cv

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VAC9509 - Senior Executive, Learning & Talent Management Field:

HR and Administration Services Contract Type:

Full Time - Permanent Location:

Kuwait - Kuwait City Closing date:

05-Jan-2025 The Company: Ooredoo is an organisation on the move. Thanks to our dedicated employees, we continue to move closer towards our vision to be among the top 20 telecommunications companies in the world. We are a dynamic global telecommunications player operating in 17 countries across the Middle East, North Africa (MENA) and Asia. We cover a population of more than half a billion people and serve more than 68 million customers. In Kuwait, we employ approximately 1,000 talented people, all of whom are driving Ooredoo to be the number one choice for world-class communications services in Kuwait. In the face of intensifying competition, increasingly sophisticated technology and rising customer expectations, nothing is more important to our success than our team – and it's a team that you can be part of. Ooredoo's future is bright, and you can be part of our ongoing success. The Role: To support the planning and implementation of needed learning & organizational development processes and programs in collaboration with the Human Resources Department functions and other business units. Implement learning and development initiatives within the organization aiming towards leveraging learning & organizational development expertise. Responsible for assessing the organization’s needs and for the design, implementation and evaluation of development activities that support LOD initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Identify Management/Leadership training needs on an on-going basis through needs assessments, and surveys with Leaders. Coordinate with the Talent Management Group Leader and the HR Director to determine the educational programs, services and resources that would best meet training needs. Plan and publish a six-month Leadership training calendar covering all leaders training. Contribute to the preparation of and approval for the annual leadership training plan. Assist in Developing, implementing, monitoring and updating employees’ career development plans in coordination with major stakeholders. Assist in defining criteria to identify critical positions in coordination with major stakeholders. Assist in selecting and identifying Successors of the critical positions in coordination with major stakeholders. Review and analyse performance results for identified Successors and report back to Management. Monitor and update succession plans for each Successor. Monitor and update the Talent identification process and assessment center. Identify training needs for all Talents in line with agreed criteria. Monitor talent development programs. Manage and assure that Talents follow all approved development plans set for each. Assist in all Mobility matters and processes for development of employees. Act as a Focal Point of Contact. Maintain and file Assignees Records. Generate Mobility Reports. Monitor all In/ out bound Assignee matters (Pre/On/Post assignment). Drive the T&A collection, analysis and verification. Contribute to Vendor selection. Oversee the building of the training calendar. Monitor budget spending, track expenses, initiate cost saving measures and provide needed reports to HR Management. Ensure full alignment of T&D processes and procedures with other HR processes. Proactively take responsibility for self-improvement by staying well informed of developments, knowledge and innovations in relevant field of expertise. Other duties as directed by supervisor or other superiors. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent and relevant work experience. Job specific technical Skills: 0-1 years of experience in Learning & Talent Management. Good understanding of computer/data systems (internal Wataniya Telecom system knowledge is a plus), policies and procedures. Good command of both written and verbal English, Arabic would be an advantage. Good knowledge of MS Office applications. Certified as a trainer is an advantage. Skilled in the application and delivery of L&D concepts, theories, and methodologies. Interpersonal, organisational, analytical, and critical thinking skills. Strong interpersonal communication skills. Note:

you will be required to attach the following: Resume / cv

#J-18808-Ljbffr