Work Abroad Job Vacancies @ OPEC Fund for International Development – 21 Positions

The OPEC Fund for International Development is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Building and Facility Analyst (Project Supervisor)
2.) Head, Corporate Procurement
3.) HR Operations Specialist
4.) Procurement Assistant
5.) HR Data Analyst
6.) Investment Analyst in Portfolio Management
7.) Senior Portfolio Management Officer
8.) Business Applications Specialist
9.) Executive Assistant
10.) IT Infrastructure Specialist
11.) Syndication Officer
12.) Senior Counsel - Financial Operations
13.) HR Policies Specialist
14.) Country Manager (Eastern & Southern Africa Region)
15.) Country Manager (Latin America & the Caribbean Region)
16.) Country Manager (West & Central Africa Region)
17.) Senior Risk Policy Officer
18.) Administrative Assistant
19.) Public Sector Operations Analyst
20.) Talent Acquisition Specialist
21.) Human Resources Business Partner

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.

Location: Austria (AT)

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 aim of limiting any impact on time and cost.
• Plans, schedules and implements transition into a fully operational new office building with minimal impact to the OPEC Fund operations.
• Performs any other activity within BFM and as assigned by Director, ASU

Qualifications and Experience

• Masters 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.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
• Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria (AT)

Job Profile

• The incumbent oversees the smooth running of the procurement function, inclusive of procurement of goods, services and works required by the OPEC Fund.
• The incumbent will also be tasked with generating improvement measures of procurement tasks, in accordance with the departmental strategy and framework, in order to develop and deliver on the overall procurement strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Strategy Formation and Implementation:

• Manages the delivery of a major part of the organization's procurement strategy and participates in the development of the Administrative Services strategy.
• Manages short, medium, and long term procurement goals / objectives; and monitors the implementation of all actions related to the procurement of goods, works and services required by the OPEC Fund, including purchasing processes.
• Manages and facilitates proper due diligence
• Ensures full compliance with the provisions of the Procurement Procedures.

Policies and Procedures Development:

• Creates and maintains best-practice based procurement processes (e.g. best value for money / strategic sourcing efforts).
• Plans and manages business process related to outsourcing activities (as necessary).
• Undertakes regular review of the Procurement Manual and Procedures while ensuring that Procurement Strategy is aligned with organizational objectives and Strategy.
• Identifies and realizes cost saving and cost reduction measures on procurement activities.

Procurement:

• Manages and facilitates the procurement of goods, works and services required by the OPEC Fund with all related activities.
• Prepares and develops budget planning and establishes effective budget management process.

Knowledge Management:

• Keeps up to date with procurement trends and developments, and ensures knowledge is shared and transferred within the team.

Data Collection and Back-up:

• Oversees a consistent filing system to ensure easy retrieval and storage of relevant procurement documentation.
• Performs other duties as required by the Director, Administrative Services Unit.

Stakeholder Management and Engagement:

• Maintains proactive communications with suppliers of goods, works and services to ensure continued service quality and product specifications.

People Management:

• Manages skills and competency development of procurement staff, including training and knowledge management capabilities.
• Manages procurement staff in sourcing, contracting, transactional purchasing, supplier management, and miscellaneous internal procurement support activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced University Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Purchasing and Supplying or other Social Sciences.
• A professional (full or part) qualification, such as CIPS will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement administration and management.
• Experience of at least 5 years supervising procurement activities in an international organization / large company
• Fluent in English. Good working knowledge of either French, Arabic, German or Spanish is an added advantage.
• Experience working with quantitative and qualitative research.
• Experience in new business development and innovative projects.
• Good knowledge of SAP – MM package.

Competencies:

• Strong analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Team player and demonstrate a leadership abilities.
• Self-starter with strong initiative, enthusiasm for business development.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
• Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria (AT)
Employment Type: Temporary Contract - one year

Aim of Job

• The incumbent gathers, maintains and updates data, employee records and secured files by following established procedures, in line with the institution’s HR strategy, in order to enable others to execute their responsibilities in an effective and efficient manner.
• The role is also responsible for Contracts Management, as well as supporting the SRP Administration Committee in proper administration and the processing of retirees’ benefits and end-of-service settlements.

Main Accountabilities
Data Collection and Analysis:

• Identifies relevant data sources; gathers information through surveying and research.
• Contributes to the compensation and benefits strategy.
• Contributes to employee contractual enhancements.
• Supports standardization of HR operational practices and processes.

Information Security:

• Maintains full confidentiality with all stakeholders.
• Administers employee contracts and renewals.
• Undertakes employee time management and ensures compliance.
• Liaises with the Information Technology Unit.

Documentation and Back-up:

• Creates, updates and maintains the employee records. Records changes in employee status, including new hires, status updates, transcripts, amongst others.
• Facilitates update and maintenance of internal standard operating procedures.
• Updates HR database and contract details on SAP.

Reporting:

• Creates regular reports and presentations on HR metrics.
• Prepares written communication for HR matters (employee certificates / embassies etc.).
• Provides Payroll with relevant employee information.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration / Human Resource Management / Administration or respective studies
• Minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience is required. Experience from an international development institution is preferable (2 – 3 years)
• Fluent in English. A good working knowledge of Arabic, German, Spanish, or French is an added advantage

Competencies:

• Problem solving capabilities
• Technical awareness, accuracy and attention to details
• Knowledge of actuary calculations
• Ability to work in an international environment, with sensitivity and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria (AT)

Job Profile

• The incumbent implements operational and associated procurement processes of goods, works and services for the OPEC Fund including the process of purchase orders, by following established procedures, all in accordance with the procurement manual and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities
Cost Accounting:

• Reviews and processes purchase requisitions and obtain additional information and documentation as required
• Prepares purchase orders for supplies, and ensures the timely and efficient procurement thereof.

Supplier Performance Review:

• Assists in monitoring the performance of suppliers with respect to the quality and timely delivery of goods, works and services, as well as updating the Vendors’ List.
• Maintains proactive communications with suppliers of goods, works and services to ensure continued service quality and product specifications.
• Maintains a register of prequalified suppliers.

Document Preparation:

• Supports the functioning of the OPEC Fund’s Procurement Evaluation Committees.
• Provides input with regards to the development of bidding documents and receipt of quotations, bids and evaluations.
• Keeps an up-to-date inventory of all the OPEC Fund’s equipment and assets.
• Assists business units in the preparation of specifications, terms of reference and scope of work.
• Maintains procurement database, archive records and files, as well as keeps track of contractual agreements.
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor

Data Collection & Analysis:

• Produces accurate reports for others by collecting data from a variety of standard sources and inputting it into standard formats

Qualifications and Experience

• University Degree in Business Administration, Economics or other Social Sciences.
• A professional (full or part) qualification, such as CIPS will be an added advantage
• Experience working in an international organization / large company
• A minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience (procurement and administrative matters).
• Fluent in English. Good working knowledge of either French, Arabic, German or Spanish is an added advantage.
• Skilled in Word, Excel and Power Point and SAP MM module

Competencies:

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
• Ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• High standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
• Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria (AT)

Aim of Job

• The incumbent identifies and assists in solving HR related issues by collecting, structuring, analyzing, evaluating and reporting on HR processes and data.
• This is done in accordance with the HR strategy and framework to maximize the effectiveness of key strategic and operational projects across HR disciplines such as talent management, learning & development, employee engagement, and performance management, among others.

Main Accountabilities
Data Quality / Accuracy:

• Provides high quality and accurate data that can be relied upon to inform business decisions, working with other members of the HR team to improve data accuracy within the HR Information Systems
• Works with different HR functions to provide process improvements and bespoke tools that drive efficiencies and improve reporting

Data Collection, Analysis & Reporting:

• Responsible for the overall HR dashboard reporting, analyzing data, highlighting key areas, and predicting trends for discussion
• Accurately produces all required HR data reports, displayed in appropriate formats within the agreed timeframes, including the production of recurrent and ad hoc HR data metrics
• Produces regular reports to management on HR data
• Manages requests for HR data via ad hoc HR reports, as required
• Collates and monitors data for benchmarking purposes
• Presents HR data to HR Director and Head, HR Policies & Development on a regular basis, and champions new developments in HR analytics across the organization

Presenting Data:

• Presenting data both electronically and in person which clearly articulates any findings, assumptions and suggestions that can be used effectively and practically by the stakeholder
• Presenting visuals and data at an advanced level using infographics and modern analytics software

Stakeholder Management and Engagement:

• Consistently engages with the Head, HR Policies & Development to ensure required reports are delivered and making suggested changes where applicable
• Liaises with internal business units to obtain required data
• Using data to contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of key strategic projects and processes within the HR function

Project Management:

• Focal point for managing projects that the HR Policies & Development team is responsible for, including ongoing project plans, budgets, timelines and milestones
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirement documentation and presentations, and provides regular updates on the status and deliverables of projects to the Head, HR Policies & Development
• Carries out other duties as assigned by the HR Director and Head, HR Policies & Development

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration / Human Resource Management / Data Analytics or respective studies is required
• Minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience is required. Experience from an international development institution is preferable (2 - 3 years)
• Fluent in English.
• A good working knowledge of Arabic, German, Spanish, or French is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Advanced skills in PowerPoint application with infographic capacities
• Capability usage in MS-Excel to generate statistics and create embedded formulas
• HR Metrics Reporting capability (time/cost per hire, cost/FTE, time-to-fill, etc.)
• Ability to work in an international environment, with sensitivity and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria (AT)

Job Profile

• The incumbent supports the Portfolio Management Unit in analysing 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 reports from external 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 or a banking institution.
• Fluent in English. A good working knowledge of Arabic, German, Spanish, or French is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Experienced in preparing or reviewing financial model and conducting financial analysis of financial institutions, corporates or project finance transactions.
• 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.
• 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.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
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.

Location: Austria (AT)

Job Profile

• The Senior Risk Policy Officer develops, implements and maintains the OPEC Fund’s risk management framework comprising of policies, processes, and methodologies, and supports the development of the IT infrastructure for risk management, all in accordance with the institutional risk framework, in order to prevent, minimize, and mitigate risk.

Duties and Responsibilities
Policy Development and Implementation:

• Develops, implements and maintains risk management policies, guidelines, methodologies, processes, and systems for identification, measurement, mitigation, and reporting of the risks in OPEC Fund's operations (capital adequacy, liquidity, credit risk, market risk, operational risk, asset and liability management, and provisioning) in line with practices at peer AAA-rated multilateral development banks.
• Develops and implements policies and methodologies for determining economic capital requirements and allocations, prudential minimum liquidity, and loan loss provisioning in line with practices at peer AAA-rated multilateral development banks.
• Maintains and enhances guidelines related to pricing of OPEC Fund’s products, including loans and guarantees.

Risk Management and Analysis:

• Develops and enhances risk models and methodologies for measuring various risks in OPEC Fund’s operations.
• Leads preparation of data submission to credit rating agencies for the semi-annual or annual review of OPEC Fund’s credit ratings.
• Leads preparation of risk management inputs to quarterly financial statements.
• Provides feedback to and consults with the operations department to identify risk issues and develop solutions that satisfy the technical and business need.
• Advises on risk policy and methodology matters.
• Supports IT projects and other specialized projects to meet risk management requirements.
• Assists in developing and maintaining risk data for use by key stakeholders, including member countries, bond investors, rating agencies, and regulators.
• Assists in the administration of the risk management committee, including coordination and preparation on meeting schedules, agenda, materials, and minutes.

Research and Analysis:

• Researches and analyzes various matters related to risk management to ensure alignment of OPEC Fund’s risk policies and methodologies with in line with practices at peer AAA-rated multilateral development banks and industry developments (such as the replacement of LIBOR).

Reporting:

• Assists in the preparation of quarterly and annual risk management report.
• Carries out other tasks assigned by the Director, Market Risk, Operational Risk & Policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics or equivalent professional qualification.
• A minimum of twelve (12) years of banking experience.
• Preferably, 10 -12 years of experience with multilateral/bilateral development financial institutions, global or regional banks or fund managers, with focus on development of risk policies, methodologies, and IT systems.

Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrable knowledge of risk management concepts and principles in the context of highly rated multilateral development financial institutions, covering capital adequacy, liquidity, credit risk, market risk, operational risk, asset and liability management, and provisioning.
• Good knowledge of credit rating and pricing methodologies.
• Good understanding of lending and investment practices, banking products, and rating agency methodology.
• Demonstrable understanding of the application of risk management methods to information technology and vice versa.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork and analytical skills, as well as high level of integrity and drive for achieving results.
• Excellent command of English, including drafting and negotiating legal documents in English. Knowledge of other languages (French/Spanish/Arabic) will be advantage.
• Ability to work within a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work with little supervision and under pressure.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria (AT)

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.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Location: Austria

Job Profile

• The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing secretarial/clerical services to the Office of the Director-General, performs auxiliary administrative duties relevant to the supervisor's responsibilities and coordinates overall Office activities, within overall policies or instructions.

Duties and Responsibilities
Correspondence:

• Receives, logs, reviews and distributes all incoming mail.
• Provides background information and files concerning correspondence and ensures that urgent/important items are drawn to the (Office of the) Director-General’s attention.
• Drafts correspondence in one or more languages, upon own initiative or on-the-job instructions received, for the signature of the Director-General.
• Checks outgoing mail for accuracy, conformity with overall policies or instructions, and use of the correct communication channels.

Business meetings / events arrangement:

• Receives officials and other visitors to the Office of the Director-General and arranges meetings, notifies participants of place, date, time, and subject.
• Makes arrangements for duty travel, prepares travel authorizations, ensures that visas, vaccination certificates, etc., are in order and completes the required forms.
• Takes minutes of the meeting and prepares draft records for the Director-General’s approval.
• Manages the (Office of the) Director-General calendar and assists and advises the Office on a variety of administrative and logistical matters.

Coordination:

• Assists the (Office of the) Director-General with the coordination of submissions in relation to budget and work programs.
• Adheres to deadlines and coordinates correspondence, reporting and submissions to Ministerial Council, Governing Board and committees chaired by the (Office of the) Director-General.
• Ensures that the (Office of the) Director-General has all the relevant files needed for the Ministerial Council and Governing Board Meetings, as well as other high-level meetings, when necessary.
• Coordinates overall department activities with other assistants within other departments.
• Coordinates logistical arrangements of workshops and trainings.

Document Management:

• Designs and maintains accurate and effective physical and electronic filing system.
• Performs other duties as required by the (Office of the) Director-General.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
• Preferably at least three years at a responsible level in a large organization, preferably international in nature.
• Fluent in English and good German proficiency. French, Arabic, or Spanish is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Extensive knowledge in the usage of office technologies, such as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), intra/internet as well as on-line database management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and guidance.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria

Job Profile

• The IT infrastructure Specialist provides technical expertise in installation, maintenance and monitoring of specific IT systems to ensure their optimal and effective utilization.
• The incumbent must have thorough knowledge of different computer software and hardware platforms.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs regular IT tasks in all areas such as systems administration, monitoring, patching, scripting and database administration.
• Provides service desk support for incoming queries and issues related to computer systems, software and other hardware.
• Maintains and secures appliances, desktops and servers implementations.
• Maintains and updates knowledge base articles.
• Recommends alternative technologies or improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals.
• Supports the senior infrastructure officer in the implementation of infrastructure projects.
• Monitors systems, infrastructure and network, and ensures improvements of performance, availability and usability.
• Implements security measures and ensures data integrity.
• Develops training materials and user documentation.
• Resolves hardware incidents and initiates warranty repairs.
• Responsible for user account management, including on-boarding and off-boarding of users, access rights and group membership administration and user mailbox administration.
• Keeps abreast of latest technology trends and developments.
• Reviews technical architectures and proposes improvements to satisfy forecasted requirements.
• Guarantees the availability of printer systems.
• Implements cyber security solutions governed by the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).
• Monitors and reports on SLAs defined with external partners and consultants.
• Deals with all departments/units on the subject of IT services.
• Carries out other related tasks assigned by the IT director.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science.
• IT certifications and other relevant certifications.
• A minimum of 8 years relevant professional experience.
• Experience of working in an international development institution
• Fluent in English. Good working knowledge of German is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• General understanding of the core activities of development institutions, including the OPEC Fund.
• Familiarity with SAP, OpenText, PowerShell Scripting.
• Strong analytical thinking, good planning and organizational skills.
• Very good knowledge in Microsoft On-premise Operating Systems and Microsoft Desktop and Microsoft Office products.
• Very good knowledge of Cisco equipment and solutions as well as security solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in maintaining VMware virtualization platform.
• Experienced in Cloud technologies.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Proven self-starter with strong initiative, enthusiasm for innovation, business development.
• 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.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Location: Austria (AT)

Job Profile

• The Syndication Officer is responsible for providing syndications and co-financing services for the private sector & trade finance lending activities of the OPEC Fund, provides support to and manages syndications and co-financing transactions and OPEC Fund’s relationships with syndication / co-financing partners, in accordance with the departmental strategy, in order to ensure a sustainable pipeline of syndication and co-financing activities.

Duties and Responsibilities
Syndication:

• Leads syndicated loan transactions associated with the private sector & trade finance lending activities of the OPEC Fund.
• Contributes to the delivery of the annual syndication targets for OPEC Fund.
• Contributes to the development of internal operational processes and procedures for the syndication and co-financing of loans.
• Performs market soundings, pricing and provides risk appetite feedback to ADG PSTFOD and BDU Team for their consideration.
• Contribute to formulating and executing the strategic objectives and business model of the Syndication Function.
• Support management in developing a network of syndication/co-financing/market participants.
• Provide support to prepare departmental reports, and provide inputs for strategy, board papers, departmental balance score-card, pricing, and sector papers.

Support:

• Prepares pitch books and market updates for clients, information memoranda for lead/co-lead transactions, and slides for partner meetings/roadshows as needed.
• Supports the preparation of marketing strategy for coverage areas (infrastructure, Financial Institutions, Manufacturing & Services)

Stakeholder management and engagement:

• Expands syndications and co-financiers base among development finance institutions and commercial banks.
• Negotiates credit documents with syndicate/co-financing institutions in liaison with relevant internal departments (Business Development Unit, Portfolio Management Unit, Legal Department

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Accounting / Commerce / Finance / Economics or other relevant disciplines.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant credit and origination experience, including at least 3 years of direct underwriting and or syndication experience gained in a major development Finance institution or an international commercial/investment bank.
• In addition, preferably 1 - 2 years at an international development finance institution
• Fluent in English. Good working knowledge of Arabic, French, or Spanish is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Extensive knowledge in the usage of office technologies, such as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), intra/internet as well as online database management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
• 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 results

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria

Job Profile

• The position is responsible for providing legal advice and assistance to the Financial Operations Department, including the Treasury and Funding Units, on funding, resource mobilisation, derivatives, liquid asset investment and other finance-related matters, with a view to ensuring the highest standards of legal advice and documentation, protection of the OPEC Fund’s interests and compliance with the OPEC Fund’s mandate, policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Senior Director and General Counsel, the responsibilities of the Senior Counsel –Financial Operations will include:

• Supporting and advising the Treasury and Funding Units in the negotiation and drafting of documentation for implementing the borrowing program and debt capital market transactions including the issuance of bonds and commercial papers
• Assisting in the preparation and the review of documentation for derivatives and other risk management transactions, including the negotiation of ISDA master agreements, Credit Support Annexes and other transaction documents.
• Reviewing and revising global clearing, custody, execution and repurchase agreements to facilitate OPEC Fund’s investment and risk management.
• Providing support to the Treasury Team on funding related issues, including compliance with listing rules, swap and hedge transactions and documentation of debt  issuances, including comfort letters and due diligence exercises.
• Providing interpretation and legal opinion on the OPEC Fund’s financial regulations, regulatory and relevant policies and rules.
• Providing legal support to the OPEC Fund’s middle-office following the debt issuance, including drafting of specimen legal documentation to ensure adherence to best practices, applicable law and relevant OPEC fund standards and policies.
• Reporting and providing recommendations to the Senior Director and General Counsel on significant developments, emerging opportunities and challenges in the area of finance operations.
• Identifying issues of importance on finance matters in  relation to OPEC Fund’s operations and conducting research, analysis and studies on a wide range of legal issues, including interpretation of legal instruments;
• Carrying out other tasks assigned by the supervisor that are related to the job functions.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least a Master's Degree in Law or Finance plus a First Degree in Law or a Juris Doctor (JD) and admission to the Bar.
• At least ten years of relevant professional experience in a Multilateral Development Bank or a reputable international law firm, with proven technical competence and experiences in the debt capital markets and banking practice

Skills and Competences:

• High level skills in communication and negotiation as well as the ability to build partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders and deliver results that meet the needs of the Legal Service Department’s work program.
• Seasoned knowledge in the current trends of development and familiarity with international law, and related matters within the OPEC Fund and other international organizations.
• Capacity to conceive and supervise the negotiation of complex legal documents including ISDA Master Agreements, Global Master Repurchase Agreements, and bond issues (standalone or medium-term note program).
• Ability to work and deal with sensitive issues in a multi-cultural environment and to build effective working relations with colleagues.
• Excellent command of English, including drafting and negotiating legal documents in English. Knowledge of other languages (French/Spanish/Arabic) will be advantage.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English, preferably with a working knowledge of the other.
• Ability to work within a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work with little supervision and under pressure.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria
Employment Type: Temporary Contract - one year

Job Profile

• The incumbent drafts and reviews HR policies and guidelines, recommends solutions based on applicable regulations, rules and general principals.
• S/he identifies and assists in solving HR policy related gaps and misalignments that are relevant to meet the needs of the OPEC Fund.
• This is done by researching and collecting legal references and benchmarking HR policies with comparable international institutions.
• The incumbent is also responsible for communicating and promoting rules and procedures, as well as monitoring their compliance and implementation

Duties and Responsibilities
Policy Development:

• Reviews existing policies, frameworks and procedures to assess their adequacy and alignment with the emerging needs and strategy of the Organization
• Formulates new HR policies in close collaboration with the Head, HR Policies and Development and works with different HR functions to collect relevant inputs
• Identifies policy flows and misalignments by conducting comparative analysis of current HR rules and benchmarking against other international organizations
• Drafts amendments to HR policies, reviews comments and edits from stakeholders, addresses queries and updates documents, as required
• Recommends policy changes and innovative approaches on how these can be addressed
• Reviews proposed changes, advises on feasibility and potential risks

Policy Communication and Implementation:

• Contributes to the successful roll-out of policies and procedures, promoting the use of new processes and introducing new approaches
• Develops systematic feedback mechanisms to assess policy impact and effectiveness
• Develops appropriate communication strategies to promote awareness, understanding and support for HR policies across management and staff
• Assists with the interpretation of HR provisions as well as exceptions and precedents
• Advises management on HR policy applicability, acting as a policy adviser within the HR Unit
• Ensures consistency across HR policies and provisions, flagging misalignments, if any

Reporting and Policy Planning:

• Ensures alignment of initiatives with overall HR strategy and program
• Tracks the progress of HR policy related initiatives, reporting regularly to the Head, HR Policies & Development
• Drives the assessment of HR policy related projects and reports to management by consolidating results and feedback received
• Conducts in-depth research and studies on both legal and factual aspects of the issues of HR, keeping abreast of the developments in the field and in comparable international organizations
• Carries out other duties as assigned by the HR Director and Head, HR Policies & Development

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor's Degree in Law, International Management, HR, Public or Business Administration or other related fields.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
• Preferably 2-3 years at a responsible level in a large organization, preferably international in nature.
• Fluent in English. A good working knowledge of German, French, Arabic, or Spanish is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Proven ability to follow existing process with high attention to detail
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Extensive knowledge in the usage of office technologies, such as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), intra/internet as well as on-line database management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and guidance.
• Good interpersonal and time management skills.
• Ability to create, develop and analyse policies in an efficient and timely manner. Must be able to demonstrate a strong ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrable 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

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.

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 of experience in an international development finance institution.

Competencies:

• Good knowledge of procurement procedures and processes
• Demonstrable project management knowledge and skills
• Good understanding of developmental project appraisal skills and knowledge
• Demonstrable experience in socio-economic evaluation and impact analyses
• Fluent in English.
• Demonstrable 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

Location: Austria (AT)

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.

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 of experience in an international development finance institution.

Competencies:

• Good knowledge of procurement procedures and processes
• Demonstrable project management knowledge and skills
• Good understanding of developmental project appraisal skills and knowledge
• Demonstrable experience in socio-economic evaluation and impact analyses
• Fluent in English and a good working knowledge of Spanish is required.
• Demonstrable ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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.

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 of experience in an international development finance institution.

Competencies:

• Good knowledge of procurement procedures and processes
• Demonstrable project management knowledge and skills
• Good understanding of developmental project appraisal skills and knowledge
• Demonstrable experience in socio-economic evaluation and impact analyses
• Fluent in English and a good working knowledge of French is required.
• Demonstrable 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

Location: Austria

Job Profile

• The Senior Risk Policy Officer develops, implements and maintains the OPEC Fund’s risk management framework comprising of policies, processes, and methodologies, and supports the development of the IT infrastructure for risk management, all in accordance with the institutional risk framework, in order to prevent, minimize, and mitigate risk.

Duties and Responsibilities
Policy Development and Implementation:

• Develops, implements and maintains risk management policies, guidelines, methodologies, processes, and systems for identification, measurement, mitigation, and reporting of the risks in OPEC Fund's operations (capital adequacy, liquidity, credit risk, market risk, operational risk, asset and liability management, and provisioning) in line with practices at peer AAA-rated multilateral development banks.
• Develops and implements policies and methodologies for determining economic capital requirements and allocations, prudential minimum liquidity, and loan loss provisioning in line with practices at peer AAA-rated multilateral development banks.
• Maintains and enhances guidelines related to pricing of OPEC Fund’s products, including loans and guarantees.

Risk Management and Analysis:

• Develops and enhances risk models and methodologies for measuring various risks in OPEC Fund’s operations.
• Leads preparation of data submission to credit rating agencies for the semi-annual or annual review of OPEC Fund’s credit ratings.
• Leads preparation of risk management inputs to quarterly financial statements.
• Provides feedback to and consults with the operations department to identify risk issues and develop solutions that satisfy the technical and business need.
• Advises on risk policy and methodology matters.
• Supports IT projects and other specialized projects to meet risk management requirements.
• Assists in developing and maintaining risk data for use by key stakeholders, including member countries, bond investors, rating agencies, and regulators.
• Assists in the administration of the risk management committee, including coordination and preparation on meeting schedules, agenda, materials, and minutes.

Research and Analysis:

• Researches and analyzes various matters related to risk management to ensure alignment of OPEC Fund’s risk policies and methodologies with in line with practices at peer AAA-rated multilateral development banks and industry developments (such as the replacement of LIBOR).

Reporting:

• Assists in the preparation of quarterly and annual risk management report.
• Carries out other tasks assigned by the Director, Market Risk, Operational Risk & Policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics or equivalent professional qualification.
• A minimum of twelve years of banking experience.
• Preferably, 10-12 years of experience with multilateral/bilateral development financial institutions, global or regional banks or fund managers, with focus on development of risk policies, methodologies, and IT systems.

Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrable knowledge of risk management concepts and principles in the context of highly rated multilateral development financial institutions, covering capital adequacy, liquidity, credit risk, market risk, operational risk, asset and liability management, and provisioning.
• Good knowledge of credit rating and pricing methodologies.
• Good understanding of lending and investment practices, banking products, and rating agency methodology.
• Demonstrable understanding of the application of risk management methods to information technology and vice versa.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork and analytical skills, as well as high level of integrity and drive for achieving results.
• Excellent command of English, including drafting and negotiating legal documents in English. Knowledge of other languages (French/Spanish/Arabic) will be advantage.
• Ability to work within a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work with little supervision and under pressure.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria

Job Profile

• The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing secretarial/clerical services to the Director and performs administrative duties relevant to the Director responsibilities, within overall policies or instructions.

Duties and Responsibilities
Correspondence:

• Receives, logs, reviews and distributes all incoming mail.
• Provides background information and files concerning correspondence and ensures that urgent/ important items are drawn to the supervisor's attention.
• Drafts correspondence in one or more languages, upon own initiative or on-the-job instructions received.
• Checks outgoing mail for accuracy, conformity with overall policies or instructions, and use of the correct communication channels.

Document preparation:

• Prepares routine letters, memoranda, reports and similar documents following detailed instruction.

Business meetings/ events arrangement:

• Arranges meetings, notifies participants of place, date, time, and subject.
• Takes minutes of the meeting and prepares draft records for the Director approval.
• Makes arrangements for duty travel, prepares travel authorizations, ensures that visas, vaccination certificates, etc., are in order and completes the required forms.

Coordination:

• Liaises, on behalf of the Director, with officers inside and outside the Department/ Unit, to give or obtain information.
• Assists the Director with the coordination of submissions in relation to budget, reports, documents, presentations and work programs.
• Ensures that the Director has all the relevant files needed for the Ministerial Council, Governing Board Meetings and Sub-Committees, as well as other high-level meetings, when necessary.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Preferably at least three years in an international development institution.

Competencies:

• Extensive knowledge in the usage of office technologies, such as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), intra/internet as well as on-line database management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluent in English and good German proficiency. French, Arabic, or Spanish is an added advantage.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and guidance.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.

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.

Location: Austria

Job Profile

• The Analyst provides analytical and procedural support to the Public Sector function for project processing, procurement, and portfolio management and performs a full range of administrative, data collection, analytical, and support duties, in order to support in the decision making of the Regional Director.

Duties and Responsibilities
Administration:

• Assists in recruiting short-term consultants by preparing shortlists, request for proposals, evaluation of proposals, and contract award recommendations.
• Updates information and performance of projects, status of implementation, developments, major problems, and actions taken/proposed.
• Contributes to the preparation and the monitoring of the Annual Work Program and regular updates of the Work Programs for the Operational Region using the established or as directed schedules.
• Provides operational support that contribute to the Regional output and mandate.

Data collection and analysis:

• Collects and provides data that are necessary for the execution of the work program.
• Gathers data according to requirements and create reliable data platforms.
• Validates information to establish its accuracy and resource reference.
• Gathers data from project progress and performance reports, and provide input to the incumbent SCM and CM.
• Carries out collection and analyses of supervision data, disbursement ledgers and procurement data of active projects in the portfolio of the Operational Region with particular focus on reporting on the performance of active projects and giving special attention to alerted projects.
• Conducts ad-hoc analysis as required.

Document preparation:

• Conducts data analysis of country assessment reports for divisional programme/project activities in the region.
• Provides analytical inputs to regional reports and documents.
• Supports the effectiveness of knowledge sharing activities in the region by data collection and analysis and systematization required for portfolio management.
• Assist in preparing briefs, reports and papers for the Regional Director, SCM and CM.
• Drafts regular and periodic reports on projects, country operations strategies, including lessons learned, on the basis of project appraisal reports and implementation experiences.
• Reviews project evaluation reports.
• Reports on accuracy and completeness of MIS/EDMS data regarding the Operational Region’s portfolio (partner countries and operations).

Project financing support:

• Works in close collaboration with the regional team to support the project and loan portfolio management in the region.
• Supports the Operational Region through the identification of development initiatives and best practices, maintains counterpart contacts needed to promote partnerships as well as implementation support.
• Contributes to the development of knowledge management on themes and innovations of particular relevance for the Operational Region.

Coordination:

• Liaises, on behalf of the RD, with officers inside and outside the Department/ Unit, to give or obtain information.
• Assists the RD with the coordination of submissions in relation to budget, reports, documents, presentations and work programs.
• Ensures that the RD has all the relevant files needed for the Ministerial Council, Governing Board Meetings and Sub-Committees, as well as other high-level meetings, when necessary.
• Perform other duties as required by the Regional Director.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Economics / Political Science / Finance / Management or other relevant fields.
• A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience.
• In addition, preferably 1 - 2 years at an international development finance institution.
• Fluent in English and a good working knowledge of French is desired.

Competencies:

• Extensive knowledge in the usage of office technologies, such as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), intra/internet as well as on-line database management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
• 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 results.

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.

Location: Austria

Job Profile

• The Talent Acquisition Specialist manages the recruitment process and delivery of a major part of the institution’s attracting, sourcing, selecting and hiring of top talent activities; in line with the existing HR strategy and policies and the OPEC Fund objectives, to ensure that the OPEC Fund meets business requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities
Recruitment:

• Leads analysis of business needs and labor market developments.
• Coordinates with departments to identify staffing needs and selection criteria.
• Review job descriptions in collaboration with the hiring team and manages the interview process.
• Uses standardized screening techniques to assess the skills, qualifications and experience of potential candidates.
• Works closely with management on diversity initiatives involving recruitment to ensure equity in hiring practices.
• Focuses on employer branding to ensure that the OPEC Fund is viewed as an Employer of Choice.

Onboarding:

• Ensures proper on-boarding for new hires and completes the necessary administrative work promptly and accurately.

Candidate pipeline:

• Uses diverse methods to recruit and network with potential candidates including social media platforms, networking events and job fairs.
• Sources potential candidates through online channels (i.e., professional networks and social platforms).
• Monitors and reviews quarterly and annual hiring needs by department.

Stakeholder management and engagement:

• Fosters long-term relationships with past applicants and conducts screening calls, assessments and in-person interviews with potential candidates.
• Coordinates with stakeholders to incorporate all metrics into all talent acquisition systems.
• Carries out other tasks assigned by the HR Director and Head, Talent Acquisition & Business Partnerships.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration / Human Resource Management or related studies is required.
• Minimum of 7 years relevant professional experience is required. Experience from an international development institution is preferable (2 – 3 years).
• Fluent in English. A good working knowledge of Arabic, German, Spanish, or French is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Good knowledge of Talent Market Intelligence, modern technology and sourcing methods.
• Demonstrable knowledge of and experience with the full talent acquisition cycle and the assessment of candidates’ knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Demonstrable skills in cultivating and maintaining relationships across jobs, industries, personality types as well as with internal and external stakeholders such as search firms.
• Ability to work in an international environment, with sensitivity and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Location: Austria
Contract Type: Temporary Contract - one year

Job Profile

• The incumbent supports the design and delivery of the existing HR strategy, ensuring its alignment with the OPEC Fund objectives.
• S/he formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.
• This includes providing technical support and advice on processes and practices across HR areas including talent acquisition and recruitment, onboarding, benefits and entitlements, separations, transfers, the institution’s performance management system and other staffing issues such as retirements or grievances.

Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Planning:

• Supports the Head, Talent Acquisition and Business Partnerships across a range of Talent Acquisition & Business Partnerships initiatives and projects
• Contributes to the enhancement of staff engagement and performance by proposing innovative approaches
• Contributes to the strategic planning within the Talent Acquisition and Business Partnerships area as well as the work plan
• Prepares reports and actively contributes to HR taskforces and projects

Recruitment:

• Assists with monitoring the implementation of the annual recruitment plan
• Liaises with other departments to identify staffing needs and selection criteria
• Promotes the use of effective and innovative screening techniques to attract top talents
• Works closely with talent acquisition to monitor and ensure fairness in hiring practices
• Assists the Head, Talent Acquisition and Business Partnerships with managing talent programs of the OPEC Fund including Internships, the Young Professional Development Program (YPDP) and Para Professionals

Performance Management System:

• Identifies opportunities to improve the organization’s Performance Management System
• Collects feedback from staff and management to report on systems flows and issues; proposes viable solutions to resolve them and streamline processes
• Ensures that the performance management cycle is on schedule by initiating the process, reminding staff and managers about deadlines, preparing resources

Stakeholder Management and Engagement:

• Liaises with other departments, builds and maintains effective relationships
• Engages and keeps harmonious partnerships with employees and managers across the organization
• Carries out any other related tasks assigned by the HR Director and Head, Talent Acquisition and Business Partnerships.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration / Human Resource Management or respective studies.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
• Preferably 2-3 years at a responsible level in a large organization, preferably international in nature.
• Fluent in English. A good working knowledge of German, French, Arabic, or Spanish is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Proven ability to follow existing process with high attention to detail
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Extensive knowledge in the usage of office technologies, such as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), intra/internet as well as on-line database management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and guidance.
• Good interpersonal and time management skills.
• Ability to create, develop and analyse policies in an efficient and timely manner. Must be able to demonstrate a strong ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrable 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:
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