Current Vacancies
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Financial Analyst – Asset Management Department
Job Advertisement: Financial Analyst – Asset Management Department
About the Position
- Provide technical and administrative support to investment managers in conducting studies, reports, and presentations; preparing, processing, and analysing data and financial forecasts necessary for planning, execution, control, and investment management.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Evaluate initial and final investment proposals, as well as information and data received from potential investors or consulting firms.
- Evaluate the financial, marketing, and administrative performance of companies in which the Authority invests; monitor their financial and operational performance; and submit reports and recommendations accordingly.
- Identify and assess investment risks, prioritize them, and provide recommendations.
- Support due diligence activities, including field visits, management meetings, and document review.
- Monitor the financial, commercial, and operational performance of portfolio companies and prepare reports with recommendations.
- Prepare presentations and reports for strategic meetings and discussions.
- Support the implementation of investment policy and portfolio allocation strategy.
Technical / Professional Competencies
- Financial Analysis
- Governance and Compliance
- Statistics and Quantitative Methods
- Business Applications and Technology
- Economics
- Professional Report Writing
- Risk Management
Behavioural Competencies
- Data Evaluation and Analysis
- Verification Methodology
- Attention to Detail
- Task Management
- Communication and Interaction
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Assets Management Specialist
Assets Management Specialist
- Contribute to maximizing the return on the Authority’s financial and agricultural investments by monitoring performance, analysing risk, and developing asset allocation strategies.
- Ensure AAAID’s investments align with the strategic plan and approved governance frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor investment portfolio performance and conduct financial modelling and quantitative analysis.
- Develop asset allocation strategies for a diverse multi-asset class portfolio.
- Apply risk management principles and corporate governance frameworks.
- Integrate ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards into investment strategy.
- Prepare board-level reports and recommendations for senior management.
- Support senior management in decisions regarding asset allocation, exit strategies, and portfolio rebalancing.
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Corporate Governance Specialist
Corporate Governance Specialist
- Develop, implement, and monitor governance frameworks for the Authority and its portfolio of 41 agricultural companies.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory policies, promote best practices, and support the integration of ESG standards into AAAID’s strategic direction.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and review policies, procedures, and internal controls to mitigate strategic, operational, and compliance risks.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of international corporate governance codes, board procedures, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., AML/CFT policies).
- Maintain the trust of 21 member states and international shareholders through transparent governance practices.
- Enhance decision-making efficiency across the Authority and its affiliates.
- Prepare excellent analytical and governance reports in Arabic and English.
- Uphold a high level of integrity, professional ethics, and attention to detail.
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Specialist in Financial Fraud Investigation and Corporate Governance
Specialist in Financial Fraud Investigation and Corporate Governance
- Conduct oversight and examination of financial statements and disclosures issued by companies in which the Authority holds investments across various countries.
- Monitor and investigate any indicators of suspected fraud or financial manipulation, and review any violations of corporate governance and internal control frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct periodic reviews and in-depth analytical assessments of financial statements and disclosures issued by portfolio companies across various countries, ensuring their integrity and the absence of manipulation.
- Identify and analyze financial and non-financial indicators that may signal potential fraud or financial misconduct, and perform thorough desk-based investigations.
- Evaluate the extent of companies’ compliance with corporate governance standards, and examine any breaches or weaknesses in their internal control systems.
- Monitor and analyze the resolutions of boards of directors and general assemblies of portfolio companies, identifying any actions that may adversely affect the Authority’s rights as a shareholder.
- Prepare internal memoranda and reports in Arabic using a sound legal and accounting style, clearly outlining identified violations and their financial and legal implications.
- Design and implement intelligent supervisory tools to proactively identify and predict governance risks and financial manipulation within portfolio companies, without the need for on-site visits.
Technical and Organizational Skills
- Strong understanding of accounting fraud schemes and robust knowledge of internal control assessment methodologies.
- Extensive knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), corporate governance principles, and protection of minority/shareholder rights under various corporate legal frameworks.
- Advanced data analysis skills with the ability to extract, interpret, and develop supervisory and risk indicators.
Personal Attributes
- A highly analytical and detail-oriented mindset, with a critical eye for identifying irregularities.
- Strong commitment to integrity, objectivity, and professional ethics.
- The ability to read between the lines and perform deep, insightful analysis of formal reports and disclosures.
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Legal Specialist
Legal Specialist
- Provide legal support in the areas of corporate governance and related legal matters by conducting legal research, preparing studies and opinions, and reviewing laws, regulations, and agreements.
- Monitor corporate disputes and litigation, contributing to compliance, safeguarding the Authority’s legal interests, and supporting informed decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare legal reports, memoranda, and legal opinions related to corporate and investment laws.
- Monitor the corporate governance affairs of portfolio companies, review their compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and governance requirements, and prepare reports and recommendations.
- Review companies’ Articles of Association, corporate governance regulations, policies, Board of Directors’ resolutions, and General Assembly resolutions, and recommend amendments in line with applicable legislation and best practices.
- Monitor corporate legal disputes and litigation, coordinate with legal advisors, external counsel, and relevant stakeholders, and prepare periodic progress reports.
- Review contracts, agreements, memoranda of understanding (MoUs), and other legal documents related to companies, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Monitor legislative and judicial developments relating to corporate and investment laws, assess their legal implications, and provide recommendations regarding their impact on the Authority and its portfolio companies.
- Contribute to the development of legal manuals, procedures, and governance frameworks, and support the enhancement of institutional policies and governance controls.
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Strategic Planning Expert
Strategic Planning Expert
- Support the development and implementation of the Authority’s strategic and operational plans, institutional performance planning, and the alignment of plans, programs, and initiatives with strategic objectives.
- Provide analytical insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making and enhance organizational performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the preparation, review, and updating of the Authority’s strategic and operational plans in coordination with organizational units, ensuring alignment with the Authority’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities.
- Support the development of strategic and operational objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring they are measurable, achievable, and aligned with institutional objectives.
- Review and evaluate strategic performance indicators and the implementation progress of strategic plans and initiatives, analyze performance gaps, and provide recommendations to enhance organizational performance.
- Conduct strategic, economic, and organizational studies and analyses to support decision-making.
- Analyze the internal and external environment using recognized strategic frameworks such as SWOT, PESTLE, and Stakeholder Analysis.
- Analyze institutional performance results and prepare recommendations for senior management.
- Review policies, procedures, and operational manuals to ensure alignment with international standards, and oversee their implementation.
- Assess the alignment of institutional projects and initiatives with the Authority’s strategic objectives.