Precision Air Services Jobs Jan 2014

Precision Air Services Plc is a fast growing private Tanzanian airline which operates in Partnership with Kenya Airways, with its strategies to expand wings beyond East Africa and Africa.

In order to keep our services at a higher level and meet our customers’ maximum satisfaction

We wish to invite applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill in this challenging position.

CHIEF LEGAL COUNSEL

REPORTS TO:  MANAGING DIRECTOR &CEO

DUTY STATION: DAR ES SALAAM


You will be reporting to Group of Managing Director & CEO- Precision Air Services Ltd Please take note of your responsibilities.

ROLE PURPOSE STATEMENT:

To identify, communicate and mitigate legal risks to the business to minimize undue financial costs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft, negotiate, vet contracts on behalf of the company to protect its interests.
• Ensure disputes are resolved in a manner that safeguards the company’s position.

• Organise and administer subsidiary board meetings to ensure they are efficient and effective.

• Ensure company’s compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements to avoid legal penalties.

• Brief and monitor external counsel to ensure legal representation is effective.

• Prepare proposals and to lobby the Government on pending legislation to protect or improve the business environment for PW.


• Develop effective working relationships with key user departments to ensure their needs are understood and appropriate solutions developed that support business needs.

• Legal counseling and preventive layering so as to ensure legal problems and risks are identified and dealt with before they emerge as significant risks to the business.

• Any other duties as may be assigned by the MD & CEO.


PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Not more 5% of contracts are judged as not fully protective of the business.

• 95% of all disputes resolved receive a positive evaluation.

• Not more than 5 complaints per year on board organization.

• 95% of all licenses and filings are obtained and filed on time

• All external counsel make quarterly progress reports.

• Timely and efficient organization and administration of subsidiaries board meetings.

• Timely preparation of detailed briefs/instructions to external counsel, procurement of progress report from external counsel, follow-up on progress of litigation.

• Effective legal advice and opinions on an ad hoc basis


COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork

• Customer insight

• Strategic thinking

• Integrity

• Confidentiality

• Good analytical skills

• Critical thinking

• Attention to detail

• Proven ability to set and meet agreed objectives to time and quality

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE

• LLB holder from accredited University

• LLM holder( Added advantage )

• Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania with Seven years post qualification experience preferably in commercial law practice.

• Certified Public Secretary

• Excellent communication skills.

COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR

REPORTS TO:  MANAGING DIRECTOR & CEO

DUTY STATION: DAR ES SALAAM


You will be reporting to Group of Managing Director & CEO- Precision Air Services Ltd Please take note of your responsibilities.

ROLE PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Design and implement innovative strategies that enhance passenger and cargo sales revenue, optimum revenue management and application of dynamic marketing activities in an effective manner.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• To Develop and position PW brand offer to achieve the highest level of customer preference and satisfaction

• Development and implementation of effective e-business and distribution strategy for optimal availability of PW product

• Establish and grow customer relationship, result in increased business.

• Plan and control annual sales and distribution budget to cost effectively achieve the objectives set in the sales plan.


• To drive the sales and marketing plan for the Company to deliver the budgeted objectives

• To develop and strengthen distribution channels for maximum revenue.

• To identify new sales opportunities and take steps to implement them for new revenue streams

• Develop and service trade and/or corporate partners to maximize loyalty and revenue generation

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS


• An effective Sales, Distribution & Marketing strategy that delivers the Company’s objectives.

• A Product/service offer that matches customer needs judged from the results of consumer surveys.

• Attainment of set targets in terms of brand equity, revenue and market share.

• A CRM Strategy that maximizes on customer retention and loyalty.

• E-business tools that deliver customer value and set targets for online sales and distribution costs.

• Enhanced and positive Company image.

• Achieve market share, passenger and revenue targets as set

• Visible revenue/passenger number growth


COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Thinking

• Confident, decisive and influencing

• Customer Services Ethos

• High degree of tenacity

• Team Player

• Proven ability to set and meet agreed objectives to time and quality

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE

• Masters of business Administration

• University Business Degree (Marketing or Commence) with more than 7 years management experience in an airline.

• Post graduate Diploma or membership of a recognized sales or marketing organization such as CIM

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• International exposure strong visionary skills

MARKETING MANAGER

REPORTS TO:  COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR

DUTY STATION: DAR ES SALAAM

You will be reporting to Commercial Director- Precision Air Services Ltd Please take note of your responsibilities.

ROLE PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Design, implementation and management of the company’s marketing strategy and plans.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, monitor and influence Precision Airs Marketing strategy to project the company culture & image to subsequently create customer value for Precision Air’s products and services. 

• Build and create strong brand ensuring customers desire Precision Air’s products. 

• Design and Create value networks and channels to propel the sales effort. 

• Analysis of emerging industry travel trends and identify critical market segments for targeting 

• Management of in-flight magazine and internal newsletter (PAA & Skyline) 

• Design Brand equity, craft the brand positioning in the market 

• Organize and manage PW’s Marketing events 

• Provide and supply up to date and timely briefs of development driven campaigns and special projects. 

• Liaise with Sales team to ensure timely production and distribution of promotional material as per the Marketing Plan. 

 

• Design the company market intelligence system and use of information to keep keen track of competitor activities. 

• Develop and monitor recurrent expenditure to ensure actual is controlled and within Budget 

• Any other duties as may be assigned 

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Brand Awareness and Equity. 

• Sales & Promotion Campaigns that resonate with and stimulate market growth. 

• Visibility of Precision Air in the Market Adequate knowledge of what is happening in the com 

COMPETENCIES

• Extraordinary communicator with exceptional command of English & Kiswahili 

• Demonstrates effective communication style appropriate to audience and situation from an array of skills in presentations, written and verbal communications 

• Focused, self reliant Team player 

• High integrity 

• Good listening skill and can quickly identify other party’s core message 

• Decisive and confident and takes leading role in initiating action 

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines 

• Cross – cultural sensitivity 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE

• University Graduate in Marketing 

• 5 years experience at management level 

• Experience with Managing relationships with international and external clients 

• Strong personality with wide network in industry Planning and organizational skills Knowledge of airline business process is an added advantage 

SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST

REPORTS TO:  HEAD OF NETWORK PLANNING & STRATEGIES

DUTY STATION: DAR ES SALAAM

You will be reporting to Head of Networking Planning & Strategies - Precision Air Services Ltd Please take note of your responsibilities.

ROLE PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Prepare, manage and review the performance of commercial department revenues and costs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Integrate various processes and sources of data provision to ensure timely & accurate provision of Management Information to support decision making. 

• Develop Performance Measurement and Management guidelines/templates for use in planning, monitoring and reviewing departmental performance, identifying appropriate measures and target levels. 

• Prepare and manage the budgeting & forecasting process for commercial department to ensure appropriate targets are set, periodically reviewed & parameters considered. 

 

• Monitoring performance against set targets, making appropriate analysis and performance commentaries to facilitate performance conversations and highlight intervention points. 

• Monitoring the application and effectiveness of key controls within commercial department, identifying key areas for improvement and ensuring corrective measures are implemented. 

• Constantly review departmental business processes to ensure aligned to and supportive of the strategic objectives of the company and reflect departmental priorities at any given time. 

• Evaluate and champion operationalization of the various strategic initiatives across the department. 

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Attainment of set targets 

• Accurate and timely reports 

• Quality Presentations and analysis 

• Relevant and accurate input into the identification, negotiation & acquiring of new business. 

• The annual budget plan 

• Well Structured Performance Monitoring reports 

• Successful delivery and Management of departmental projects 

• Timely Joint Venture Performance Reports 

COMPETENCIES

• Team player 

• High integrity 

• Customer focused and good PR 

• Decisive and confident 

• Result oriented 

 

• Leadership and coaching skills 

• Ability to work under pressure 

• Cross – cultural sensitivity 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE

• Business Degree (B.Com, etc). 

• Postgraduate Degree Desirable- MBA, MSC, etc 

• Excellent computer skills. (Spreadsheets, SPSS) 

• Strong analytical and interpretational skills. 

• Planning and organizational skills. 

• Business acumen 

• Knowledge of airline business processes is an added advantage. 

Closing Date:

Not later than 27th January 2014

Mode of Application:

If you feel you meet the above requirements please send your application and CV to the address below. Only short‐listed applicants will be contacted.

Director of Human Resources and Administration

Precision Air Services Plc

Mail Box 70770

Dar es Salaam

Tanzania

E‐mail:pwrecruit@precisionairtz.com