7 Development Planning jobs in Oman

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for enabling various strategic projects and conducting studies aimed at improving the overall performance of the bank as well as improving the customers’ experience.
2. Closely monitor or lead specific projects in various areas of the Bank.
3. Assist top management in strategy formulation, strategic plans execution, strategic process improvements, and communication of strategy updates to all stakeholders.
4. Work closely with all units/departments within the bank to achieve long-term goals and initiatives within the designated time-frames, allocated resources, and budgets.
5. Assist, facilitate and conduct strategy implementation review meetings with business teams (i.e. Retail Banking, Wholesale Banking, Treasury & International Banking, Investment Banking, Human Resources, Support Services, Corporate Communications & Marketing, Information Technology).
6. Responsible for producing and communicating strategy-related reports and documentation in accordance with defined formats and timelines.
7. Instrumental in identifying and communicating (to the Head of Strategy & Planning) impediments to the implementation of the overall strategy and proposing options to resolve such impediments.
8. Manage and initiate special studies, as well as market and competitive research pertaining to the existing or future operations of the bank.
9. Investigate various aspects of the Bank to identify opportunities for introducing improvements in key areas.
10. Contribute towards various initiatives and activities within Strategy & Planning depending on the requirements and scope of such.

Job Skills:

1. Bachelor or Master's Degree in Business Administration/Engineering from a recognized university with a minimum of 3 years’ experience, including at least 1 year of experience in a business planning function (can be either technical or business planning).
2. Oman National preferred.
3. Should be able to work with external consultants on strategy development and special initiatives/projects.
4. Strong analytical skills.
5. Effective communication skills to interact with all levels in the organization, with strong oral and written skills.
6. Sound knowledge of commercial/business awareness.
7. Self-motivated, initiative-driven, innovative, and dynamic.

Language Requirements:

1. English - Very Good
2. Arabic - Fluent/Excellent

About The Company:

Established on January 1, 1990, Bank Dhofar is an Omani commercial bank wholly owned and managed by Omanis. With successive years of constantly setting new standards in banking, BD has attained an impressively expanding network of 50 operational branches and 89 ATMs. Through an international network linked by advanced technology, BD provides a comprehensive range of financial services that encompass personal financial services; commercial banking; corporate, investment banking and markets; private banking; and other activities. Its Board of Directors & Management Team consists of eminent professionals like accountants, management experts, economists, businesspersons, etc. The Bank has strengths in both retail and corporate banking and is committed to adopting the best industry practices internationally in order to achieve excellence.

Job purpose

Lead and direct the identification of OQ internal and external strategic issues and opportunities to develop and achieve Group's short and long-term growth and profitability targets, through; (1) Oversees Strategy development and implementation process, including the analysis of its internal financial information, as well as, the external economic conditions, (2) Formalizes the Business Corporate Strategies for OQ Group, and (3) Oversees the Strategic Planning end-to-end cycle; in order to advise key stakeholders on strategies and measures to improve performance and works closely with finance in the business planning cycle.

The position will act in accordance with the Group's Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani's government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Building and networking with Assets and Functions and importance of having healthy connection with Key internal stakeholders.
• Management of interfaces between Strategy and Assets Establish the short and long-term Strategy for OQ and translate it into business plans with objectives for further measurement of success and support the achievement of the OQ's strategic objectives
• Capture relevant input required for the Financial Planning Models including scenario planning.
• Develop the annual business plan for the achievement of the Group's vision
• Support the development of Business strategies and plans to maximize value for the Group
• Lead / execute the complex analysis of external economic conditions and assess (business & financial) impact on OQ Group operations (e.g., inflation, interest rates, exchange rates, etc.) to adjust business plans and ensure the Group stays current with and ahead of the market and competition
• Lead the development of integrated financial models & forecasting to analyze data, project and evaluate the potential returns and risks for capital expenditure investment and any other special projects / initiatives with material financial impact, and formulate recommendations for decisions. The financial models must include:
• Relevant areas for an Energy company vertically integrated corporate Energy sector (Upstream, downstream, chemical, commercial, Alternative Energies)
• Accurate / updated complex financial models to evaluate OQ Group financial plans
• Identify opportunities for improving the value delivery of Strategy & Planning through innovation and use of technology (digitization)
• Advise the ELT and/or the Board and other key stakeholders to contribute to strategic financial planning discussions
• Lead the creation and implementing consolidated strategic planning processes at OQ by designing strategic plans, providing improvement & recommendations and aligning with finance on the financial plans.
• Lead the gathering of critical information that includes the description and analysis of the environment, financial requirements, people requirements and marketing plan (if applicable), to determine the future strategy for growth, financial needs, and ways to attract investors and lenders.
• Incorporate strategies, tactics in the business plans, to provide results to the forefront.
• Work closely with finance control team and other cross functional teams to produce suite of documents, including annual business plan, forecast, budget commentary, reforecasts, key business lines and corporate KPIs.
• Provide insights associated with key variance / trends arising from reports, forecasts and plans
• Works effectively with managers in areas of responsibility to ensure that department objectives, performance metrics, quality measures, and budget targets are achieved

Key interactions

Internal: OQ SAOC Streams & OQ Assets

External: Staffing specialized Contractors, Vendors & Suppliers / Ministries Financial Institutions (such as banks) Lenders Investors

Notable Working Conditions. Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site.

Education requirements

• Bachelor's degree with financial background (Finance, Economics, or relevant areas) - required
• Postgraduate / Finance degree (required)

Language requirements

English - fluent (required) Arabic - fluent (preferred)

Background and experience

• A minimum of 10-12 years of relevant post degree qualification experience
• Strong Strategic Financial Planning & Strategy development & implementation background and experience.
• Relevant experience leading a similar senior role in a corporate environment for the Energy sector
• Strong experience developing financial model forecasting,
• Strong experience developing complex financial models to evaluate financial plans
• Strategist background.

Competencies and skills

Soft

• Leadership and people management skills
• Demonstrated strategic orientation
• Advanced business and financial analytical skills
• Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated leadership to develop high performing teams
• Capable of inspiring and leading change
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including verbal and written skills
• Highly organized and ability to work independently and manage teams
• Experience and ability to lead a team
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented and self-motivated

Technical:

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to handle and clearly communicate complex financial information
• Ability to conduct financial and business negotiation

As the Manager - Business Marketing Planning and Pricing, you will be responsible for preparing business and annual operating plans for the marketing unit, focusing on business segment revenues. You will provide timely inputs to company planning processes, develop and implement pricing proposals for mobile and fixed business products, and assist in pricing complex bids.

Your responsibilities include developing forecasts for business planning, inventory decisions, and network capacity planning, working with finance to develop and maintain revenue/pricing models, and creating pricing strategies to position Nawras as a differentiated yet profitable provider in core target markets. You will own and approve all fixed and mobile pricing innovations for business products and services, collaborate with product managers and marketing communications to ensure pricing is clear and attractive, and conduct market research to define optimal price points.

You will also analyze margin trends and translate insights into actionable strategies, understand current billing and mediation systems to innovate pricing options, manage price maintenance and implementation, and support account managers and presales teams in pricing complex bids.

Qualifications include a minimum of 6 years of experience in planning and pricing roles within telecom or related service industries, and a university degree in Commercial, IT, or Telecom. Key skills required are marketing, financial analysis, strategic evaluation, commercial acumen, customer orientation, analytical thinking, flexibility, teamwork, structured task management, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, fluency in English, and proficiency in MS Office.

About The Company

Nawras, operated by Omani Qatari Telecommunications Company SAOG, was established in December 2004 and launched services in March 2005 as Oman’s second mobile operator. Majority owned by the Qtel Group, Nawras combines global expertise with local understanding to provide high-quality telecommunications services, fostering growth and development for its employees and the community.

As the Manager - Business Marketing Planning and Pricing, you will be responsible for preparing business and annual operating plans for the marketing unit, focusing on business segment revenues. You will provide timely inputs to company planning processes, develop and implement pricing proposals for mobile and fixed business products, and assist in pricing complex bids.

Your responsibilities include developing forecasts for business planning, inventory decisions, and network capacity planning, working with finance to develop and maintain revenue/pricing models, and creating pricing strategies to position Nawras as a differentiated yet profitable provider in core target markets. You will own and approve all fixed and mobile pricing innovations for business products and services, collaborate with product managers and marketing communications to ensure pricing is clear and attractive, and conduct market research to define optimal price points.

You will also analyze margin trends and translate insights into actionable strategies, understand current billing and mediation systems to innovate pricing options, manage price maintenance and implementation, and support account managers and presales teams in pricing complex bids.

Qualifications include a minimum of 6 years of experience in planning and pricing roles within telecom or related service industries, and a university degree in Commercial, IT, or Telecom. Key skills required are marketing, financial analysis, strategic evaluation, commercial acumen, customer orientation, analytical thinking, flexibility, teamwork, structured task management, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, fluency in English, and proficiency in MS Office.

About The Company

Nawras, operated by Omani Qatari Telecommunications Company SAOG, was established in December 2004 and launched services in March 2005 as Oman's second mobile operator. Majority owned by the Qtel Group, Nawras combines global expertise with local understanding to provide high-quality telecommunications services, fostering growth and development for its employees and the community.

Position: Project Planning & Controls Manager

Our EPC Oil & Gas client is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Planning & Controls Manager to join our team.

Job Overview:

The Project Planning & Controls Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of project planning and controls for our construction projects. This includes developing and implementing project schedules, monitoring progress, and ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. The successful candidate will also be responsible for managing project budgets, tracking costs, and identifying potential risks and issues.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement project schedules, including detailed plans and timelines, in collaboration with project managers and other stakeholders

- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to project teams and senior management

- Analyze project data and identify potential risks and issues, and develop mitigation strategies

- Manage project budgets and track costs to ensure projects are completed within budget

- Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely delivery of project milestones

- Conduct regular project reviews to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions

- Provide guidance and support to project teams on project planning and controls processes and procedures

- Collaborate with project managers to develop and maintain project risk management plans

- Keep up-to-date with industry best practices and implement new tools and techniques to improve project planning and controls processes

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related field

- Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in project planning and controls, preferably in the construction industry

- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools

- Experience with project scheduling software, such as Primavera or Microsoft Project

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines

- Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously

- Experience working in Oman or the Middle East region is a plus

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a highly motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for project planning and controls, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Diploma(Mechanical), Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Mechanical)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Any

Food, accommodation and transportation, Medical Benefits as per Oman Labor Law., Annual 30 Days paid leave

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

1. 15+ years related experience and minimum 8+ years’ experience in the Planning engineer position with independently preparing project construction plans and schedules with resources schedules (Manpower/Materials/Equipment), control of major EPC Projects in Oil & Gas industry and Fabrication Shop

2. Capable of preparing Project planning deliverables, Master schedules and Issuance of company procured and Client supply materials.

3. Progress reporting (External to Clients & Internally to Management) including updating, monitoring and project controls. Responsible for development of Work breakdown Structure, Earned value and performance measurement for each project.

4. Coordinate between Engineering, Procurement, Suppliers and Construction teams during design and construction phases.

5. Experience in managing multiple subcontractors with high value subcontracts.

Follow Management Directives as applicable.

Job Roles and Responsibility:

1) Independently manage planning and project control functions for EPC projects.

2) Prepare and update baseline schedules using Primavera (P6) or equivalent tools.

3) Track progress and prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.

4) Conduct delay analysis and propose mitigation plans. Issue cost reports and VOWD reports.

5) Coordinate closely with project managers and site teams.

6) Monitor resource allocation and productivity indices.

7) Analyze deviations and ensure corrective actions are tracked.

8) Provide client-facing reports and presentations.

9) Ensure schedule adherence and critical path tracking.

10) Strong knowledge of EPC project lifecycle and contractual obligations.

11) Coordinate with client, ensure that the company interests are secured against the contract

12) Prepare L5 Schedule for the Internal execution part.

13) Reviewing a project's deadlines and budget with the project manager

14) Coordinating payments to subcontractors and vendors

15) Select, train and oversee all project team members

16) Create project progress reports and make recommendations for ways to improve the project's progress

17) Analyzing performance data to establish performance metrics

18) Represent the team as a key contract, liaising with project managers and other stakeholders

19) Comparing ongoing project activities with the project management plan and project performance baseline

20) Use tools to monitor working hours, plans and expenditures

21) Issue all appropriate legal paperwork (e.g., contracts and terms of agreement)

22) Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports

23) Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance tests

24) Understanding project specifications and developing time schedules and budgets that meet them.

25) Negotiating with vendors and contractors to secure the best prices.

Observing existing processes, analyzing staff performance, and addressing deficiencies accordingly

Desired Candidate Profile

Education: Diploma / B. Tech / BE, Mechanical Engineering. PMP Certification.

Language ability:- English a must. Knowledge of Hindi and Arabic preferred

2. Good Presentation Skills

3. Understanding project specifications and developing time schedules and

budgets that meet them.

4. Planning software experience (Microsoft project or Primavera)

5. Analyze risks and opportunities

6. Create project progress reports and make recommendations for ways to improve the project's progress

7. Analyzing performance data to establish performance metrics Ability to meet (and exceed) multiple and time driven deadlines

8. Track record in working successfully with diverse cultures

Employment Type

Full Time

Company Industry

• Construction
• Civil Engineering

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

• PMP
• EPC
• Primavera
• P6

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