Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Credit Officer - VTB Bank CJSC - Yerevan

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implement proactive searching and attraction of potential clients;
- Prepare client analysis for Credit Committees;
- Provide proposals to the Credit Committee;
- Perform regular monitoring of credit portfolio;
- Work with problem loans;
- Ensure maintenance of relations with existing, former and potential customers on a continuous basis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- University degree in economics, business or related fields;
- Fluency in Armenian and Russian languages;
- Good knowledge of MS Office tools;
- Ability and willingness to work in a team;
- Excellent communication and presentation skills;
- Strong analytical and negotiation skills;
- Sales-oriented personality;
- Willingness to learn.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
All qualified and interested candidates should submit their CVs/ resumes to: hr_department@vtb.am , mentioning "Credit Officer" in the subject line of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the tests and interviews.

Key Account Manager - iCON Communications CJSC - Yerevan

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understand iCON’s service offerings, corporate philosophy and competitive advantage to effectively communicate and sell iCON services to assigned customer base;
- Develop a structured sales approach to systematically pursue and acquire prospects in assigned customer base;
- Accurately report on sales pipeline by stage to insure proper sales forecast;
- Understand and deploy proper escalation strategy to close target prospects in time and according to sales plan;
- Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets;
- Understand the needs of key account customers; build relations with customers competently and improve customer loyalty towards the company.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A degree in an appropriate commercial/ management discipline;
- Minimum 3 years of Key Account sales experience in a recognized high technology/ telecommunications service or retail sector firm;
- Strong sales and interpersonal skills;
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills;
- Ability to solve problems in due time;
- Ability to work in a fast moving company, and ability to be a strong individual contributor and team player;
- Ability to deal at a high level with customers and partners in a multicultural environment;
- Ability to interface across multiple disciplines within one organization and achieve results;
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office;
- Fluent in Armenian, Russian and English languages.

REMUNERATION/ SALARY:
Competitive, based on work experience and educational background.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
To apply, please e-mail your CV to: careers@icon.am .
In the subject line of your message, please mention the position you are applying for, otherwise your CV will not be considered.
Please, send only the English version of your resume.

Chief Financial Officer - Gritti LLC - Yerevan

JOB DESCRIPTION:
“Gritti” LLC is inviting highly qualified professionals to fulfill the position of the Chief Financial Officer. The Chief Financial Officer is a member of the Executive Management team. S/he directs and oversees all financial activities of the Company including flow of funds within the Company and with affiliates.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
General Responsibilities:
- Assist in performing all tasks necessary to achieve the Central Unit's mission and help execute staff succession and growth plans;
- Establish and maintain appropriate financial management framework to support the corporate objectives of the Central Unit;
- Develop and sustain policies, procedures & internal standards for maintaining proper financial records, billing, auditing and adequate accounting controls;
- Manage the financial flows between the Central Unit, the Business Units and the different stakeholders;
- Interact with other managers to provide consultative support to planning initiatives through financial and management information analysis, reports and recommendations;
- Enhance long-range economic trends and projects, company prospects for future growth in overall sales and market share, opportunities for acquisitions or expansion into new product areas.

Planning:
- Be responsible for Financial Audit planning of the Central Unit;
- Be responsible for Financial Audit planning of the Business Units;
- Be responsible for resources (budget, human resources, etc.) necessary to realize Financial Management with the Central Unit.

Auditing:
- Be responsible for Financial Auditing of the Central Unit;
- Be responsible for Financial Auditing of the Business Units.

Reporting:
- Report to Top Management on the performance of the financial management system and improvement;
- Manage and coordinate financial analysis and reports;
- Make recommendations on budget expenditures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's or equivalent university degree in Finance or Accounting;
- 5-10 year managerial experience in Finance, Budgeting, Budget Control, Accounting;
- Fluent in Armenian, Russian and English languages;
- Computer program excellent literacy: MS Office, Outlook and Internet;
- Perfect knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control practices;
- Knowledge of tax legislation of the Republic of Armenia;
- Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems;
- Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections;
- Strong organizational and managerial skills and ability to work under pressure;
- Excellent communication and presentation skills;
- Decision making and problem solving abilities;
- Teamwork ability.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Please make sure that your application includes the following:
- Cover letter with mentioning the full job title you are applying for (maximum 1 page);
- Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) in Armenian language with a passport size photo;
- Names and contact information of two referees.

Please, as a subject of the massage put the position name you're applying for.
Please submit your applications to: hr@gritti.info , or deliver hard copy version to: 8 Paronyan Str., apt. 4, Yerevan, Armenia.

PR Marketing Director - Cafesjian Museum Foundation - Yerevan

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design Terms of References (ToR) for Technical Support Team (TST) and elaborate Technical Support Policy in the following key areas of focus:
a) Health (including nutrition, HIV/AIDS, mother/child health care, water supply and sanitation, staff capacity building);
b) Child Protection;
c) Advocacy and Gender;
d) Education (including Early Childhood Care and Development, Active Learning E-Methodology, Vocational Education);
e) Economic development and livelihood;
f) Disaster mitigation (particularly Community Based Disaster Mitigation) and Gifts-in-kind;
g) Community engagement.
- Expand and provide leadership and ensure that TST follows the requirements of the TST ToR and Policy;
- Ensure that TST provides quality technical advice to WV Armenia Programs and projects, assist with design of innovative sector interventions across the Area Development Programs and grant projects, for further expansion, integration and replication;
- Implement overall project management ensuring compliance with WV Armenia and donor quality requirements;
- Plan and ensure the capacity building of TST;
- Be responsible for relief preparedness activities including monitoring potential disasters, networking with other organizations, pre-positioning, training the staff and assessment of local disasters, assisting in preparation of funding proposals so that relief programs can be resourced and implemented effectively and efficiently during a disaster;
- Network and maintain close relationships with Armenian government and non-government organizations (UN, INGO’s, local NGOs);
- Assist to identify potential funding opportunities for priority programs and projects;
- Work closely with relevant teams to complete relevant research to prepare good quality, technically sound proposals;
- Support the Senior Management and Operations team with strategic planning;
- Ensure cooperation of Technical Support Team with other Departments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The following knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training:
- Field experience in development, combined with a technical degree such as agriculture, sociology, education, health, organizational management is essential;
- Knowledge of donor requirements and funding sources such as: USAID, USDA, DIFID, EU and other bilateral and multilateral donors, and ability to write good proposal;
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in program planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation, particularly in bi-lateral grants and other government grant compliance experience is essential;
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an enabling style. Ability to work in a team and to mentor subordinates;
- Experience with government relations and networking with international agencies. Experience in managing donor contacts and relations;
- Good organizational and analytical skills;
- Demonstrated experience in development and management is essential;
- Willingness to be flexible with hours when necessary and ability to travel locally up to 20% of time.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
To apply for this position, please send a detailed letter of intent with a CV addressing relevant qualifications and experience to: lyusya_nalchajyan@wvi.org and CC to: liana_poghosyan@wvi.org .
In the subject line of your e-mail message, please, mention title of the position you are applying for.
No information inquiries will be handled over the phone. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for the interview.

Technical Support Team Manager - World Vision Armenia - Yerevan

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design Terms of References (ToR) for Technical Support Team (TST) and elaborate Technical Support Policy in the following key areas of focus:
a) Health (including nutrition, HIV/AIDS, mother/child health care, water supply and sanitation, staff capacity building);
b) Child Protection;
c) Advocacy and Gender;
d) Education (including Early Childhood Care and Development, Active Learning E-Methodology, Vocational Education);
e) Economic development and livelihood;
f) Disaster mitigation (particularly Community Based Disaster Mitigation) and Gifts-in-kind;
g) Community engagement.
- Expand and provide leadership and ensure that TST follows the requirements of the TST ToR and Policy;
- Ensure that TST provides quality technical advice to WV Armenia Programs and projects, assist with design of innovative sector interventions across the Area Development Programs and grant projects, for further expansion, integration and replication;
- Implement overall project management ensuring compliance with WV Armenia and donor quality requirements;
- Plan and ensure the capacity building of TST;
- Be responsible for relief preparedness activities including monitoring potential disasters, networking with other organizations, pre-positioning, training the staff and assessment of local disasters, assisting in preparation of funding proposals so that relief programs can be resourced and implemented effectively and efficiently during a disaster;
- Network and maintain close relationships with Armenian government and non-government organizations (UN, INGO’s, local NGOs);
- Assist to identify potential funding opportunities for priority programs and projects;
- Work closely with relevant teams to complete relevant research to prepare good quality, technically sound proposals;
- Support the Senior Management and Operations team with strategic planning;
- Ensure cooperation of Technical Support Team with other Departments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The following knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training:
- Field experience in development, combined with a technical degree such as agriculture, sociology, education, health, organizational management is essential;
- Knowledge of donor requirements and funding sources such as: USAID, USDA, DIFID, EU and other bilateral and multilateral donors, and ability to write good proposal;
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in program planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation, particularly in bi-lateral grants and other government grant compliance experience is essential;
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an enabling style. Ability to work in a team and to mentor subordinates;
- Experience with government relations and networking with international agencies. Experience in managing donor contacts and relations;
- Good organizational and analytical skills;
- Demonstrated experience in development and management is essential;
- Willingness to be flexible with hours when necessary and ability to travel locally up to 20% of time.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
To apply for this position, please send a detailed letter of intent with a CV addressing relevant qualifications and experience to: lyusya_nalchajyan@wvi.org and CC to: liana_poghosyan@wvi.org .
In the subject line of your e-mail message, please, mention title of the position you are applying for.
No information inquiries will be handled over the phone. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for the interview.

Head of Current Customer Affairs Unit - Ardshininvestbank - Yerevan

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide complex banking services and promote quality service to current clients;
- Keep permanent contacts with current clients;
- Provide consultancy to clients concerning current services;
- Organize and coordinate loan procedure and negotiations with SME clients concerning loan
application;
- Make conclusions based on the clients loan application and coordinate loan granting.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Higher education in economics;
- At least 3 years of work experience in banking;
- Excellent knowledge of lending procedures;
- Good knowledge of banking services;
- Experience in personnel management;
- Good knowledge of foreign languages (English and Russian);
- Excellent skills in communicating with clients;
- Good computer knowledge.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their completed applications together with 3x4 size photos to: trainingcenter@ashib.am , ASHIB Head Office at Grigor Lusavorich 13, Yerevan, Armenia.
Please mention the position you are applying for in the subject line of your e-mail. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interviews.

Program Manager - Armenian Caritas - Gyumri

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The overall responsibility of the Program Manager is to assume responsibility for day-to-day operational management of all activities and functions in a designated program area, including developing, implementing and evaluating program policies, procedures and standards; determining program service levels and enhancements; developing and monitoring program budgets; providing technical advice and/or supervision to staff, other departments, the public and other agencies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and oversee the administrative and daily operations of the assigned program, ensuring compliance with state regulations and AC polices;
- Oversee the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training and problem resolution; evaluate performance and make recommendations for personnel actions; motivate employees to achieve the highest productivity and performance;
- Design and develop or assist with design and development of program(s) or project(s);
- Manage contract and/or grant funding; approve and monitor budget expenditures; prepare budget revisions; provide interim status reports on all accounts; oversee, coordinate, and/or assist with proposal writing to develop additional funding;
- Provide technical and/or professional coordination and leadership in the execution of day-to-day program/ project activities, as appropriate to program objectives and area of expertise;
- Develop annual operating budgets and provide fiscal direction to the unit;
- Develop and implement systems and processes to establish and maintain records for the operating unit;
- Oversee and/or coordinate the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data; develop, write and present comprehensive statistical and narrative program reports;
- Assist in producing, developing, advertising and marketing project(s) and/or product(s) in various media such as print and video; possibly assist in developing teaching materials, handouts, news releases, pamphlets and brochures;
- Assist in establishing and implementing short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures;
- Collaborate with AC other projects, local and/or state entities and/or community organizations to consolidate resources and enhance programs;
- Develop or assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient operation of the project;
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- MA in Social Sciences or Management;
- Long term (minimum 3 year) experience in NGO sector at a program management level;
- Excellent program management and human resources management skills;
- Excellent communication and team working skills;
- Armenian and English languages proficiency.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Please kindly submit your CV and letter of intent either by e-mail to: caritas@cararm.am or bring/ send the hard copy to Armenian Caritas at: 8 H. Sargissian, Sidestreet 3, Gyumri, Armenia, to the attention of Ms. Anahit Mkhoyan, Armenian Caritas Executive Director. Tel: +(374 312) 5 72 01.