Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Edarat Group offers you an exciting opportunity to mix ICT with Consulting and to constantly progress and advance in an environment that always ensures continuous career progression, and an incredible learning and development opportunity.
All this and much more will take place in a diverse environment where free exchange of ideas is highly promoted and where a performance management system and a career planning inspire EG’s leaders to imagine and develop their employees future needs in terms of knowledge and career management. In perfect harmony and in coordination with all organization levels, EG invests in its workforce by building strategies to detect potential talent or develop existing ones.
EG also offers its team members many ways of motivation from goal settings to career development and progression which help its people developing their technical skills.
Now what drives people to stay with EG is their commitment to the organization, and how EG leaders are able to retain and engage their employees through clear career path, and new challenges. As nowadays consultants are focused on their mission on a hand and their career on the other hand. EG’s leaders force individual motivation and encourage initiatives which engage our consultants and greatly improve their chances to stay with us.
Not only we care about hiring people, we also are vigilant when it comes to retaining our talents. We are making this retention possible through improving the workplace and keeping the environment a healthy place by recruiting the most talented, continuing training, and career advancement opportunities to all employees.
Building partnership with a client is extremely important this is why we always look to hire talented individuals, who put their energy into that relationship, who understand the challenge and who are ready to create new challenges by creating new opportunities. This requires people to be committed to quality. EG continuously seek leaders who enjoy sound judgment, manage risk successfully and show dedication to delivering projects of superior quality.
Innovation and motivation are two qualities we seek in our people; thus we always detect among applicants the passionate about their jobs. Because energetic people are those who are constantly willing to deliver exceptional work, they have high chances to be selected by our recruitment team.
EG members should demonstrate strength of character, since the job necessitates the leaders to act with confidence and honesty to be able to overcome obstacles, complexity and lead by example. Having the right attitude and the openness to collaborate within a diverse working environment is a distinctive we value and we highly appreciate in candidates; also people who enjoy working in a multicultural environment are the most looked for by EG.
Candidates who find in working together in a team their ultimate satisfaction, and who undertake helping subordinates achieving goals with the most integrity and reliability, are the leaders we are likely to hire.
Do’s
- Research the company before the interview
- Show your interest in the company
- Dress appropriately, no casual wearing
- Be honest and transparent
- Listen carefully to your interviewer
- First impressions count – smile, give a firm handshake and maintain eye contact without glaring- It's been said that 90% of communication is non-verbal
- Make sure you are displaying a positive attitude
- Be grateful for the interview from start to finish
- Listen carefully to the questions, ask for clarification if you are unsure
- Thank the interviewer for his / her time
- Be polite & courteous at all times
- Admit it if you don’t know an answer
- Demonstrate good communication skills
- Bring a clean copy of your resume
- Show enthusiasm and confidence in yourself
Don'ts
- Be late, show up at least 10 minutes before the interview
- Be soft-spoken
- Answer questions with "yes" or "no", always explain.
- Interrupt your interviewer
- Ask the Interviewer about the Salary Range, wait until you’re asked about your expectations
- Talk too much, waffle or interrupt
- Smoke, chew gum etc.
- Indulge in negative talks about your previous employer or revealing confidential information
- Be too informal
- Appear anxious to end the interview and look at your watch
- Ask questions you should have researched in advance
- Repeat yourself unnecessarily
- Wear heavy perfume or cologne
- Bring up personal situations or problems
- Answer your pager or cell phone
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How to apply for a job?
To maximize your rate of success, we advise you to submit your curriculum vitae directly to an open job vacancy on the website by filling our specific online application form, and uploading your CV where required in a word format. If no available vacancies in your area of expertise, we do accept CVs electronically.
How long does it take to get a reply after submitting my CV?
The Recruitment team of EG will confidentially treat the information in your application form, and in the event that your qualifications and experience match an actual vacancy you will be contacted shortly, otherwise your CV will be kept in our database for eventual vacancies. You don’t have to submit the CV many times, only in case you have to update any of its content.
What are the steps of the recruitment process?
If your profile meets our requirements, an initial phone interview will be conducted by the HR department, should you pass this brief screening, you’ll be asked to pass through a one-one-one interview with the HR Manager. Only shortlisted candidates will have to undergo another one-on-one interview with the related Business Unit Manager, to evaluate the candidate’s existing technical skills as well as the ability to unleash hidden capabilities. Should you pass this second interview, pre-selected candidates will have to go through psychometric tests being the final evaluation tool which enables EG to be very selective when it comes to mixing character, experience, potential and professional commitment.
What happens if I am the selected candidate for the job?
When a candidate is selected for a job, an initial Job Offer will be sent by the HR department followed by a Work Contract. Should the position to fill be in Lebanon, the candidate will join on the agreed joining day with no further steps than to provide the EG with originals of his credentials. Should the position be abroad, the administration department in coordination with the HR department will work on getting the candidate all official papers needed for the relocation.
What happens when I join EG?
When a candidate joins EG, he/she goes through a very structured and enjoyable Onboarding program during which the candidate gets to know EG better, go through a tour of the house, meets colleagues and co-workers, as well as gets initiated to all the information related to EG’s culture, internal structure, the policies & procedures, etc. This 1 day Onboarding program is followed by handing to the new team member an Employee CD, as well as pocket size employee handbook.
Do you take graduates from a business background?
Yes. We are interested in candidates from a professional / business background and experience especially for our Project Management Office, as well as the finance, HR and administration departments.
What skills do I need to have in order to be considered for a position?
Being in the ICT industry, it is essential to have IT skills, but for all positions with no exception, we look for good interpersonal and communication skills, as well as creativity, leadership, teamwork spirit and the ability to learn and grasp new concepts.
Do you recruit all year round?
Our recruitment requirements vary during the year, based on the company’s growth, industry trend and our solutions/services. Thus, you are encouraged to frequently check our website which is kept up to date with our vacancies.
Where can I learn about open opportunities with Edarat Group?
Visit the “job Vacancies” in our career section on Edarat Group website. Our HR department continuously updates the list of jobs based on current vacancies. More detailed information about specific requirements such as job description, years of experience, background, etc.. will also be listed.
How will I advance in my career?
Each person wants to realize his ambitions and advance his/her career. Edarat Group supports you to get there. A learning and development system is in place that will enable you to reach your goal. Your development is a mutual commitment between us and you.
What kind of training can I expect from Edarat Group?
Training is a fundamental part of our learning and development system. Some trainings will be targeting to build and develop your technical capabilities, others will be focusing on business, communication, team, management skills you need for success. Each member will also benefit from informal training through on-the-job coaching and mentoring.