Vice President of IT Services, Administrative and Financial Affairs Office

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Dr. Osama Abdulla Al-Jowder

Vice President for Information Technology, Administration and Finance

OVERVIEW

Mission: To establish an integrated and effective infrastructure for information technology at the University, to apply advanced methods, programs, systems, means and technologies and implement them to keep pace with the rapid development in the completion of administrative and financial transactions in an expedite, accurate and clear way. And to provide quality services in order to support the University and its partners in achieving the highest levels of excellence. And to attract employees who work continuously to develop their professional performance and to use this basis as a source of inspiration in communicating constructive initiatives for the University. And to develop innovative solutions in the fields of informatics, management and finance to create a strategically oriented workforce in order to foster a successful learning environment.
Contact: 17438228 – 17438008

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Strategic planning of the administrative aspects of the University such as reviewing job structures, developing job descriptions for the approved set of jobs at the University, and developing mechanisms and procedures related to business and job functions.
  • Chairing the committees formed by His Excellency the President of the University and ensuring the accomplishment of the best achievement in accordance with the set plans and objectives.
  • Meeting with consulting companies in the field of restructuring, administrative planning and organization and various administrative, financial and advisory fields.
  • Reviewing the job status of the employees of various colleges and divisions at the University.
  • Establishing various committees such as tenders, procurement and auctions committees in accordance with the regulations in force.
  • Considering the demands of the academic and administrative staff and trying to find the appropriate solutions in accordance with the applicable regulations.
  • Direct supervision of the tenders and bids presented by the University to provide the various requirements and needs and the necessary financial budget.
  • Coordinating with government and private entities regarding the financial aspects.
  • Direct supervision of the preparation of the financial and regulatory reports for state regulatory agencies such as the National Audit Office.
  • Supervising the preparation and drafting of contracts and mutual agreements between the University and other parties.
  • Supervising the Information Technology Center and its associated divisions to ensure the effectiveness of the services provided by the center.

DEPARTMENTS, SECTIONS AND CENTERS OF THE OFFICE

CONTACT US

Vice President Office

Dr. Osama Abdulla Al-Juwder            Tel: 17438008           Fax: 17449666                   E-mail: oaljuwder@uob.edu.bh