OPEC: The OPEC Fund for International Development is a multilateral development finance institution established in 1976. Our 12 Member Countries are: Algeria, Ecuador, Gabon, Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
We are recruiting to fill the positions below:
Job Title: Business Applications Specialist
Location: Austria
Job Profile
- The role holder provides the technical expertise in relation to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), software, solution architecture, installation, maintenance, supporting and monitoring of specific IT systems in an effective and efficient manner.
- She/he contributes to the department‘s and unit’s objectives and targets by ensuring timely delivery of projects and IT services. The role holder requires to have a deep knowledge of the entire service function to support IT activities in alignment with OPEC Fund’s objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develops/implements application, software.
- Identifies and recommends technology trends to support the future success of OPEC Fund.
- Performs the IT work operation, maintenance, troubleshooting of applications and ERP systems.
- Performs IT tasks in areas such as systems administration, monitoring, patching, database administration, and backup and disaster recovery.
- Maintains and updates the knowledge database and the documentation of systems.
- Resolves incidents and reports them to the supervisor.
- Provides staff training and documentation.
- Provides service desk support related to ERP systems and applications.
- Provides practical information from computing assessments, cost/benefit analysis and recommendations to the supervisor.
- Keeps abreast of developments in Information Technology to maintain and take advantage of best practices.
- Carries out feasibility studies and reports them to the supervisor.
- Reviews technical architecture and proposes hardware and software acquisitions, as well as facilities adjustments/upgrades to satisfy forecasted requirements.
- Implements approved cyber security solutions.
- Accountable for the implementation of IT policies and procedures.
- Interacts with external partners/consultants to acquire goods, services and support.
- Coordinates with vendors for development, maintenance, support and upgrades of the system.
- Coordinates major cross-departmental activities for IT Management.
- Carries out other related tasks assigned by the IT Management.
- Manages IT projects.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or respective studies. IT certification and other relevant certifications.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience. Preferably at least 1 year at an international institution.
- Fluent in English. Good working knowledge of French, Arabic, German or Spanish is an added advantage.
Competencies:
- Hands-on experience, preferably in broad ERP systems.
- Very good knowledge of SAP Basis, SAP Solution Manager and OPEN Text.
- Very good knowledge of specific SAP modules: Loans Management (CML), Treasury Management (TRM), Business Partner (BP), Bank Communication Manager (BCM), Travel Management, Procurement (MM), Finance and Controlling (FICO), Human Resource, Fund Management (FM), Business Warehouse (BW), SAP SuccessFactors.
- Hands-on experience in SWIFT, Bloomberg and the payment integration process.
- Very good knowledge of database maintenance and administration.
- Very good knowledge of support for problem analysis including debugging.
- Hands-on experience with disaster recovery process.
- Hands-on experience in the installation, configuration, documentation, testing, training and implementation of new applications and systems.
- Proficiency in analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of applications in Oracle Application Express (APEX).
- Good understanding of IT infrastructure (servers, storage, network, virtualization platform etc.).
- General understanding of the core activities of development institutions, including the OPEC Fund.
- Familiar with planning and organizational skills, as well as project management and presentation skills.
- Proven track record in enterprise architecture and excellence in execution and performance.
- Work experience with innovation projects, knowledge of innovation tools and methods.
- Strong analytical skills with an aptitude for innovation.
- Proven self-starter with strong initiative, enthusiasm for development business, and results orientation.
- Able to work efficiently in a well-structured, focused manner setting clear priorities.
- Excellent ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
- Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Country Manager
Location: Austria
Job Profile
- In co-operation with the Regional Director, the Country Manager leads and oversees the identification, development, appraisal, approval and implementation of Public Sector projects.
- The position contributes to the development of policies and strategies in the portfolio-countries and supports the achievements of the regional and departmental objectives and targets.
- The Country Manager is responsible for identifying and recommending options and solutions for the optimum deployment of financing resources in the portfolio-countries, including the development, implementation and monitoring of country operational strategies and business plans.
- Working together with the Regional Director, the Country Manager also leads and oversees relations with the portfolio countries and other relevant partners.
Duties and Responsibilities
Policy development and implementation:
- Conducts regular assessments for assigned portfolio countries, to support the development of short-medium term strategies (3-year objectives) in coordination with the regional director, partners and other donors.
- Coordinates the preparation of country operation strategies, country business plans, to support the achievement of the regional business plan.
- Coordinates the implementation of the annual work plan for the assigned portfolio, in co-operation with the Regional Director, ensuring alignment with the regional and departmental objectives, targets and KPIs.
- Coordinates work with the regional director, as well as other departments on project, strategy and policy related matters.
Project cycle (project development and processing):
- In tandem with the Regional Director the Country Manager:
- Contributes to the identification of a pipeline of projects and identifies opportunities through partner outreach and project screening.
- Supports the sourcing of new projects, and co-financing opportunities, by leveraging professional networks and relationships.
- Evaluates financing opportunities, and provides support on the initial risk and financial assessments of the projects.
- Participates in project appraisal, including technical, economic, and ESG analysis, as well as project administration design.
- Coordinates and supports the full project life cycle including project identification, preparation, concept and terms clearance, due diligence and appraisal, including interface with technical and loan committee, as well as management and the Governing Board.
- Ensures that legal documentation is successfully concluded (loan signed and declared effective) in a timely manner through negotiations with Government and partners with the support of the legal counsel.
- Supports project implementation, ensuring compliance with covenants, achievement of contract awards, and planned disbursements in order to achieve the envisaged project outcomes. Contributes to the implementation of projects, in coordination with project management teams and executing agencies, developing practical and innovative solutions to facilitate implementation, resolve implementation problems, as well as incorporates lessons learnt into the project implementation framework.
- Facilitates the procurement and disbursement processes for the project, insuring achievement of contract award, as well as successful disbursement.
- Manages day to day project administration, including providing support to the team responsible for disbursements and loan servicing (repayments), and coordinating with Loan Management and Risk Management.
Capacity Building, Knowledge Sharing and Supervision:
- Recommends and supports the implementation of individual annual work program and budget (AWPB) for the assigned countries, including proposed missions and trainings.
- Contributes to institution building, and builds and shares knowledge through participation in task force groups and other meetings.
- Participates and contributes to relevant learning activities for advocacy, and knowledge building.
- Enters, updates and validates data/ information related to the assigned countries into the Management Information System (MIS/ SAP/ EDMS).
- Coaches and supervises newly appointed analysts, and interns.
- Performs ad hoc tasks assigned by Regional Director.
Partners and Relationships Management:
- In cooperation with the Regional Director, maintains active relationships, and creates new partnerships with governments, executing agencies, partner institutions with the aim of expanding strategic partnerships in the portfolio countries.
- Maintains and fosters relationships with governments’ authorities, and DFIs to maximize potential for co-financing and catalyzing resources from partners.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics/ Finance/ Engineering or other relevant fields.
- A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience.
- Preferably 2-3 years in an international development institution.
- Fluent in English. Good working knowledge of French, Arabic, German or Spanish is an added advantage.
Competencies:
- Strong written and oral communication skills and presentation skills ensuring messages and instructions are clearly understood.
- Able to work efficiently in a well-structured, focused manner setting clear priorities.
- Excellent ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
- Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Public Sector Operations Analyst
Location: Austria
Job Profile
- The Public Sector Operations Analyst will be responsible for supporting the Country / Regional Management team.
- This role will encompass a broad scope of research, analytical, and operational activities, as well as providing resource support.
- The position reports to the Regional Director.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the Country Managers with overall project management, planning and monitoring of deliverables to ensure timely and quality delivery of the work program.
- Serve as resource person for data/research and all operational/resource support work for the region, and provide analytical support as directed by the Regional Director.
- Extract data from internal and external databases, process and present the data in diverse formats to a high degree of accuracy and consistency.
- Update/maintain the information in database on a regular basis and in accordance with operational requirements to ensure accuracy and reliability of inputted data.
- Contribute to the preparation of documents and reports, including country partnership strategy documents, business plans, operational work program and budget, as well as presentations for delivery to internal/external audiences.
- Review project implementation and monitoring documentation.
- Maintain a good working knowledge of current operations portfolio and respond quickly to queries from management and staff.
- Provide support for the preparation of country missions.
Qualifications and Experience
- Undergraduate Degree in Economics / Management / Engineering or similar, Master’s Degree preferred.
- 2 – 3 years’ work experience in international development finance, or another knowledge-based work environment.
- Fluent in English.
- A good working knowledge of French desired.
Competencies:
- Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and database skills (including SAP/BW, SAP/BW Analysis Tools).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
- High degree of discretion and professionalism.
- Excellent teamwork skills, ability to take initiative and work across organizational boundaries.
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver effectively under tight deadlines while working on multiple projects.
- Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
- Ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Job Title: Investment Analyst, Portfolio Management
Location: Austria
Job Profile
- The incumbent supports the Portfolio Management team in analyzing and monitoring PSTFOD operations and in reviewing relevant operations matters in accordance with OPEC Fund processes and procedures in order to enable decision-making based on reliable, valid, timely and complete information.
Duties and Responsibilities
Financial modelling, reporting & analysis:
- Work as a team member on operations providing support to all aspects including spread and analyzing financial data (financial statements, financial models and financial projections);
- Reviewing, analyzing and assessing received reports from eternal parties (e.g. compliance information, advisor and consultants reports, financial reports etc.) to ensure compliance and report any deviation or identified risks to relevant investment managers; and,
- Preparation of Credit Rating Score Cards.
Support to Investment Managers:
- Participate in the preparation of annual/quarterly credit monitoring reports;
- Prepare draft memos and other documentation for internal processes;
- Support Investment Managers in their communication with the Legal Department, Credit Risk Unit, Loan Management Unit, clients and other stakeholders throughout the project cycle (from document negotiation to full repayment); and,
- In coordination with the Investment Managers ensure data accuracy of PSTFOD operations in the OPEC Fund IT systems.
Documentation and back-up:
- Review and register withdrawal applications / drawdown requests in the Management Information System (MIS) for onward forwarding for clearance;
- Enter project and compliance reports in MIS;
- Maintain project filing in the Electronic Documents Management System (EDMS);
- Carries out other tasks related to the job function assigned by the Director, Portfolio Management; and,
- Carry out duties that may be assigned by the Unit.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Commerce or Finance or other relevant disciplines;
- Minimum of three years or relevant professional experience in portfolio management at a development finance organization or a banking institution; and,
- Fluent in English. A good working knowledge of Arabic, German, Spanish, or French is an added advantage.
Competencies:
- Experienced in financial modelling and financial analysis.
- Ability to distill large amounts of information from various resources.
- Possesses strong analytical thinking, good planning and organizational skills.
- Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills, with an ability to convey information succinctly and diplomatically.
- Experienced in the financial aspects of trade, corporate and project finance transactions would be preferred.
- Good attention to detail and ability to prioritize as well as multitask effectively.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel and Power Point as well as able to utilize graphics and tables to effectively and creatively present data.
- Proven self-starter with strong initiative, enthusiasm for innovation, business development.
- Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
- Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
- Ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Project Supervisor
Location: Austria
Job Profile
- The incumbent strengthens the OPEC Fund’s Building and Facility Management (BFM) team and is responsible for coordinating and facilitating technical consulting, engineering and construction works relating to the Fund’s three buildings.
- Regular engagement with the Project Manager and the selected construction contractors for the OPEC Fund Parkring 6 Project, as well as quality assurance for the project is required.
- The incumbent’s immediate focus will be on PR6, however post-handover the expectation is that his / her responsibilities expand beyond that to cover other tasks within BFM and as determined by the Director of ASU.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinates the multiple project interfaces between the planning, design and construction activities in line with the OPEC Fund requirements.
- Reports timely and communicates clearly to the Project Steering Committee on all issues associated with the project.
- Closely works with the architect, Project Manager and contractors to ensure that works are executed in a timely manner to maintain the planned completion schedule and budget.
- Monitors and reports on project progress against the scheduled and planned works to the Project Steering Committee.
- Proposes solutions to overcome unforeseen situations.
- Negotiates any modifications with the Project Manager and contractors as required.
- Establishes effective quality control measures to ensure that contractors deliver services according to the agreed and contracted specifications.
- Works closely with the Project Manager to ensure that, at point of receipt, the works from various contractors are in accordance with all contracted requirements; and that quality standards have been adhered to and where deviation has occurred that the change has been managed appropriately.
- Manages potential changes to scope of the works, liaises with all appropriate stakeholders, with the aim of limiting any impact on time and cost.
- Plans, schedules and implements transition into a fully operational new office building with minimal impact on OPEC Fund operations.
- Performs any other activity within BFM and as assigned by Director, ASU.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s Degree – Advanced University Degree in Engineering Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Facilities Management, or any other relevant Engineering-related discipline.
- Minimum of 10 years’ relevant professional experience and a proven record of planning, coordinating and executing the implementation of complex capital projects.
- Excellent oral and written command of English. Fluency in German is an advantage given the close collaboration with local contractors.
Competencies:
- Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
- Ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
- Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Demonstrates high ethical standards in the conduct of duties and discharge of responsibilities.
- Ensures exceptional due diligence in matching project deliverables with objectives / expectations aimed at project completion within specified timeframes.
- Good interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
- Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Protocol Assistant
Location: Austria
Job Profile
- The incumbent provides substantive logistical support to the OPEC Fund staff and members of the Ministerial Council and Governing Board by following established procedures in order to assist in maintaining relations between the OPEC Fund and its Member Countries.
- The incumbent reports directly to the Head, Protocol Function but works under the coordination of Senior Protocol Officer. There are no structural supervisory or budgetary responsibilities required for this job.
Duties and Responsibilities
Meeting facilities
- Assists in organizing the ceremonies for the signature of loan/grant agreements, in cooperation with other concerned parties.
Administrative and logistical support:
- Responsible for providing assistance in protocol matters, e.g. collecting hand luggage, opening (car) doors for dignitaries, preparing the VIP room and directing visitors to their assigned seat.
- Maintains up-to-date lists of members of the OPEC Fund’s Ministerial Council, members and alternate members of the Governing Board, host country ministers and other high officials, ambassadors posted in the host country, and ministers and other high officials of the OPEC Fund’s partner countries.
- Establishes and maintains files of reports, correspondence or other materials; keeps track of pending matters; and draws the supervisor’s attention to any relevant deadlines.
- Assists staff members travelling on mission with regard to ticket reservations.
- Coordinates with third party providers.
- Performs other duties as required by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
- A Diploma supplemented by secretarial, commercial, information/publicity, with practical experience in protocol functions in an international institution.
- Minimum of 3 years practical experience in protocol functions in an international institution
- Fluent in English. A good working knowledge of Arabic, French, German, or Spanish is an added advantage.
Competencies:
- Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and database skills (including SAP/BW, SAP/BW Analysis Tools).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and German.
- Strong attention to detail and quality with a high degree of discretion and professionalism.
- Excellent teamwork skills, ability to take initiative and work across organizational boundaries.
- Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals and adopts a solutions oriented approach to problem solving.
- Ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
- Good interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
- Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving resul.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Communications Director
Location: Austria
Job Profile
- The Communications Director leads the development, implementation, and execution of organization-wide communications strategy that contributes to awareness and engagement of employees and management, with the objective to strengthen its brand, manage reputational risks, engage key stakeholders and leverage relationships to promote the OPEC Fund’s interests, all in accordance with the institutional strategy and framework, to deliver progress on the organization’s strategic objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Defines the short-, medium- and long-term objectives of the department in line with the strategic framework.
- Leads the implementation of the OPEC Fund’s Communications Strategy.
- Advances OPEC Fund’s strategic goals by ensuring the production of high-impact campaigns.
- Develops a proactive engagement plan with media outlets, especially those from OPEC Fund’s partner and member countries.
- Maintains a crisis and reputational risk management mechanism for the organization in close coordination with Risk Management.
- Plans and submits the annual work program and budget for the department.
- Oversees the OPEC Fund’s external executive communications, ensuring consistent messaging so that the executive team speaks as one voice for the organization.
- Provides strategic and hands-on leadership to the department, and ensures staff is fully informed and engaged around the organization’s vision, mission, values and strategic direction.
- Effectively leads the department’s staff, facilitates development opportunities, and enables a productive, inclusive and respectful work environment.
- As member of Senior Management, interacts with members of the OPEC Fund Board and actively participates in Governing Board Meetings, as well as chairing/participating in related committees/meetings.
- Ensures close partnership with the OPEC Fund’s operational teams.
- Effectively collaborates with other members of OPEC Fund’s management team to achieve shared outcomes.
- Maintains close contacts with the communication departments of partners and develops joint campaigns.
- Assumes the role of spokesperson of the organization and engages with a variety of audiences and stakeholders.
- Expands relationships with high-level financial and development journalists, specialized business and investor outlets, high-ranking officials of OPEC Fund member countries, high-ranking government officials of partner countries, staff of development agencies, world media and production houses, country news agencies, and officials from other relevant organizations.
- Carries out other tasks assigned by the Director-General.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Social Sciences or other relevant disciplines
- A minimum of 20 years relevant professional experience, including at least seven years at a managerial level
- Preferably five years in an international institution
- Fluent in English. Good working knowledge of Arabic, French, German or Spanish is an added advantage.
Competencies:
- Demonstrable professional communications, managerial, and creative skills.
- Strong understanding of the development landscape.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with senior management, senior government officials and partners.
- Demonstrable skills in leading and working in teams, delivering on commitments and managing budgets, while maintaining a positive and forward looking working environment.
- Able to create long-term and deep relationships with stakeholders creating trust and form a positive long-term image/impression.
- Ability to ensure that team performance is in line with the vision and mission of the institution.
- Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
- Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Create team commitment and drive people’s inspiration.
- Ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note
- This position is subject to Local recruitment.
- Candidates with valid Residency and authorized permit to work in Vienna are also eligible to apply.
Important Notes
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- They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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