Position: Middle Eastern Customer Service and Sales Representative This is a contract customer relations position Time required: 25-30 hours a week, 30 day contract position with opportunity for longer stay Pay: $9.00US an hour + potential bonus for successful events Job Description: We are hosting an upcoming training event in Dubai, UAE. Currently, we are seeking someone to call members and encourage attendance at our training event in November. Someone who speaks both English and Arabic fluently is required. You should be able to record the interest of members and relay this back to the head office in a timely manner. You do not need to have background knowledge of the telecommunications industry; however, it is a plus. You must have the skills necessary to accurately communicate information to the membership. You should also be willing to make 50 or more phone calls each day based on provided lists of members. Additionally, we require you to communicate the questions and concerns of regional members back to the head office. Event Sales Agents are also responsible for maintenance of membership contacts, in which they will be expected to update a Manager in the US-based head office daily via Skype phone calls. For this reason, we expect the ideal candidate to have above average computer and technical skills. Requirements: Communication Skills • Polished and effective oral and written communication skills and mastery of the English and Arabic language • French speaker also preferred. • Must be able to communicate with the Chicago Corporate Office on a daily basis Computer Skills • Must provide your own computer with dependable internet access and Microsoft Office (including Outlook) applications • Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, with special emphasis on Excel and Outlook • Must be comfortable with Skype and be able to use it as a primary tool for phone conversations and meetings Professionalism and Relationship Management Skills • Must be able to represent GRAPA in a professional manner • Must have an understanding of cultural distinctions within your region. • Must be comfortable making calls (50+ calls each day) for GRAPA within your region. • Must be comfortable conducting correspondences and phone conversations with high level professionals Desired Skills: Lead Generation Sales Telemarketing Keywords: Lead Generation