2. Operations and Sustainability Officer
The role: You will help develop and implement standard operating procedures, guest experiences, environmental practices, new technologies and efficiency systems at our properties, starting with Feynan Ecolodge. You will also help local community members develop their own microbusinesses. You will be involved with researching and sourcing of all the goods and services needed for the operation of our properties, purchasing, administering of staff schedules and training. Over 60% of the role is field based, so you should be willing to spend 3-4 days a week at one of our properties.
What we are looking for: You are a go getter, a natural leader, ideally with 5+ years’ experience in an operational role in a hotel or an environmental or community-based project. You are a very well-rounded person, who loves a challenge and you are not afraid to get your hands dirty. You are an outgoing people’s person and you enjoy dealing with people from any culture, community, background, age, sex, etc... You are results oriented and meticulous with great attention to detail. You are also a power computer user, and it would be a great asset if you are also a techie at heart and into computers and gadgets. You are a good communicator with fluency in both English and Arabic. Finally, you need to have a driving license.