Jobs at WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017
Have you got what it takes to join the WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017 team? The greatest vocational education and skills excellence competition in the world is looking for talented, enthusiastic and energetic individuals.
Open positions
Finance officer
The aim of the role of Finance Officer is to assist the Senior Coordinator – Finance and the Head of Finance and Administration in ensuring that all financial and accounting aspects of WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017, including all procurement activities, are efficiently and effectively managed to the highest standards.
Principle Tasks And Responsibilities
The Finance Officer will work closely with the Senior Coordinator – Finance and the Head of Finance and Administration and other members of the WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017 Management Team to ensure that all budgeting, finance and accounting aspects of WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017 are successfully delivered. The successful applicant will have relevant experience of accounting, handling petty cash, generating reports and maintaining proper accounting records and supporting documentation. The applicant should also be comfortable with a ‘hands on’ approach to getting things done and be able to function with ease in a multicultural working environment.
Required Experience
- Ideally a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position with a comparable organisation
- Relevant experience in accounting and finance role
- Proven track record in maintaining books of accounts, preparation of financial statements and other related financial reports such as budgets, forecasts, etc.
- Experience of working in an international / multi-cultural situation is very desirable
More information is available in the information pack (PDF).
How To Apply
Applications should include a Curriculum Vitae with full details of education and career history and a ‘supporting statement’ outlining your suitability for the role, relating how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the Job Description and Person Specification. You should also provide details of your particular interest in applying for this role.
Applications should be sent to Nilesh Ambikar, Head of Finance and Administration, WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017 at the following email address: recruitment@worldskillsabudhabi2017.com
Senior Coordinator Marketing
The aim of the role of Senior Coordinator Marketing is to plan, prepare and successfully deliver the marketing of WorldSkills Abu Dhabi. Responsibilities include market research, brand, visitor experience, and advertising. The role includes direct management of a Coordinator Marketing and two Marketing Officers.
Principle Tasks And Responsibilities
The Senior Coordinator Marketing will work particularly closely with other members of the Marketing, Communications and Public Relations team. In addition strong partnerships must be developed with other colleagues from the WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017 team, ACTVET and WorldSkills International. It is essential that good relationships are made across these areas to ensure the successful marketing of WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017.
The successful applicant will have significant experience of large scale marketing campaigns. Prior experience of WorldSkills or an event of a similar scale would be extremely beneficial, as would regional and national experience. Candidates should be flexible enough to work in changing environments and must have a ‘hands on’ approach to getting the job done. Being able to function in a multi-cultural working environment is a must.
Required Experience
- Ideally a minimum of 7 years’ experience in a similar position with a comparable organisation
- Significant experience marketing large scale events and a strong event production background
- Regional experience preferred, with UAE experience a distinct advantage
- Tangible experience of developing, implementing and managing visitor experience
- Some experience of digital marketing is preferred
- Experience managing / overseeing budgets
- Experience managing small teams
- Openness and ability of working in an international / multi-cultural situation is a requirement
More information is available in the information pack (PDF).
How To Apply
Applications should include a Curriculum Vitae with full details of education and career history and a ‘supporting statement’ outlining your suitability for the role, relating how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the Job Description and Person Specification. You should also provide details of your particular interest in applying for this role.
Applications should be sent to Nilesh Ambikar, Head of Finance and Administration, WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017 at the following email address: recruitment@worldskillsabudhabi2017.com
