The Emirates Group is a highly profitable business with a turnover of approximately US$ 12 billion and over 50,000 employees. The Group comprises of dnata, the successful Airport Ground Services and Travel Industry division, and Emirates, the Group's rapidly expanding and award winning international Airline. Emirates global network now sees it flying to over 110 destinations across 6 continents, operating a modern fleet of over 150 wide-bodied aircraft. Today the Airline has orders worth over US$ 68 billion for 200 more of the latest aircraft, with plans to operate to many more destinations in the months and years ahead. With our international network constantly expanding and opportunities arising in countries/cities outside of Dubai, we are looking for career motivated individuals to join our operations in their home countries. If you have the talent to support our business, we can offer you a wealth of benefits. The opportunity to work for one of the most prestigious and progressive airlines in the sky, or for a leader in ground handling and passenger service operations in an airport environment. Discover your future!

The Position:

To ensure that the needs of Emirates passengers are met in a caring, courteous and efficient manner. To provide assistance to Emirates passengers such as UMs/CIPs WHCR and Medical Cases in order to provide the personalised service they expect. Be involved in 'Queue Combing' in order to greet passengers, thereby ensuring that all have their documents ready and identify any problems which would otherwise cause delay at the check-in counter. To ensure passengers are adequately briefed and their needs satisfied during delays and disruptions. To assist as required with the pre and post flight work and will perform duties as directed by the Supervisor Airport Services or Senior Emirates Official on duty.

You must have the right to live and work in Kenya.

Salary & Benefits:

We offer our employee's competitive remuneration packages, attractive travel benefits, and career development supported by multi-million dollar training facilities in Dubai, and e-Learning programmes for those seeking a long-term future in the Company.

Experience and Qualifications:

High school level of education or equivalent. Minimum of 2 years experience in Airport Ground Handling Services and must have sound knowledge of Emirates route network and aircraft. Should have successfully completed the relevant professional training such as Passenger Services, Baggage Services, Cargo, Weight and Balance and Reservations and Ticketing. The job requires the candidate to work in a proactive manner and use initiative to resolve discrepancies and unforeseen problems using set guidelines. Computer literate.

To Apply:

To express your interest in the above vacancy please apply on-line by clicking below, and complete our application form. We will then consider your application and contact you should we wish to shortlist you for an interview. Should you not receive an invitation for an interview within 5 weeks please assume that on this occasion you have been unsuccessful. We will retain your details for 12 months unless advised otherwise and re-consider you for future opportunities as they arise. Please also note that if you are not shortlisted you can also update your application at anytime and apply for other opportunities. Thank you for your interest in a career with the Emirates Group.

Please click the Apply now button and search for reference:ASA/GV/20780 The Emirates Group is a highly profitable business with a turnover of approximately US$ 12 billion and over 50,000 employees.

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Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is the biggest Airport in East and Central Africa, and is the focal point for major aviation activity in the region. Its importance as an aviation centre makes it the pacesetter for other airports in the region.

In order for JKIA to achieve its vision of becoming the “Airport hub of Choice’ we are looking for an individual to fill the position of Airport Manager.

The jobholder will be required to provide leadership in order to facilitate development of innovative practices for enhancing business growth, customer experience, safety and security of passengers and airport users in line with the International Aviation Standards, recommended practices and the Strategic objectives of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Main Responsibilities:

Develop and implement robust and strategic partnerships with airport stakeholders for effective and efficient delivery of airport services.Ensure achievement of strategic objectives of the organization.Participate in the development, implementation and review of the Airport Master Plan.Ensure serviceability of equipment, facilities and the infrastructure at all times.Develop and implement product and service delivery strategies in consultation with marketing and other stakeholders to meet customer needsPrepare, implement and monitor the Airport’s operating and Capital budgetsPrepare and implement Business Development Plans in consultation with marketing and other stakeholders to enhance growthManage and direct the implementation and compliance of civil aviation standards and recommended practices in facilitation, security and safety and other regulatory and statutory audits.Participate in the planning and implementation of capital investments and expansion programmesProvide leadership to department heads within the airport including motivating the workforce.Ensure the effective implementation, maintenance and sustainability of the Quality management system and customer service standards.Develop and monitor service level agreements with service providers and internal departments.Key Qualifications and Experience
A first degree in marketing, business administration, engineering, aviation, legal studies, humanities and social sciences or any other related studies.Masters degree from a recognized university with a bias towards strategic management, aviation related program or Business studiesMinimum 15 years experience ten (10) of which must have served at a senior management level as either Head of a department or a Business unit in a large sized commercial environment with customer service orientationComputer literacyApplicants are expected to be of “High Integrity and no criminal record”

How to apply

Interested candidates are required to submit an application letter, curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and other testimonials on or before 22nd August 2011 to the address below quoting reference on the envelop HRD/AM-JKIA/AUGUST/2011

The Managing Director
Kenya Airports Authority
P o Box 19001-00501
Nairobi

Please note that canvassing is strictly not allowed and will lead to automatic disqualification

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Fly 540 Africa’s low cost airline has the following vacancies:

1. Manager Flight Operations

The Job

Reporting to CEO, planning and monitoring operational contingencies, with well coordinated cost effective equipment utilization.

Motivate and show quality technical leadership to Flying and Operations team, injecting professionalism and guidance to achieving safe operations while adhering to laid down regulations, procedures, KCARs and recommended practices.

Minimum Qualifications

ATPL5 Years Command of Heavy aircraft.Good education preferably University degree.Excellent written and verbal communications skills.Thorough understanding of Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations.Strong knowledge of IT.Team Management Training.Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people at different levels of management.Other desirable Qualifications
Previous Experience in similar position in reputable organization.Proven ability to supervise projects.Proven Report writing skills.Training in audit, Quality and Safety management.Team player.2. Assistant Airport Services Manager

Reporting to Airport Services Manager at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the position is responsible for motivating Airport team to achieve highest service delivery standards on daily basis.

Minimum Qualifications

Good Basic education preferably University degree.Postgraduate training in service delivery, Operations or Tourism.Strong Computer knowledge.Strong written and verbal communications skills.Ability to work with minimum supervision.More than 5 years experience in customer contact field.Pleasant personality with positive image and comfortable with people.Good organizational skills, active and hands-on.Ability to delegate and monitor performance.Team Player who can relate easily with other managers from other departments.Approachable and able to perform appraisalsOther desirable Qualifications
Experience in other reputable airlines at senior levelKnowledge of Reservations systems.Proven Supervisory ability.Ability to work long hours including public holidaysHighest degree of honesty.Canvassing in any of the above positions will result in automatic disqualification!

Candidates with required qualifications should send written cv to the address below.

Closing date will be 30th June 2011.

Administration Manager
P.O. Box 10293 – 00100
Nairobi.

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Reports to the Chief Pilot. Should be mature and disciplined.

Qualifications:

In Possession of a Kenyan ATPL with current ME-IRGas Turbine and Performance ‘A’Minimum total hours 5000DHC Dash- 8 Type Rating in Group 1Valid DHC Dash-8 Simulator currency will be an added advantagePlease send your application together with your CV and copies of your licenses and Certificates (preferably by email) on or before 7th May 2011 to:

HR Manager
ALS Ltd
Wilson Airport
P.O.Box 41937-00100, Nairobi

Email: hr@als.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Swissport has been operating in Kenya since 1997 with great success, and currently serves 20 airline customers, handling nearly 4,000 flights a year.

Swissport believes in quality customer orientation that delivers top-class service on all levels. Every employee is expected to “live our corporate values”: after all, the culture of any company will be evident in its employees’ attitude to their customers.

Our three main cornerstones are:

People: We show respect towards people and their values by working with enthusiasm and enjoyment. We do not compromise on safety.

Professionalism: We are pioneers and want to creatively explore new options. We focus on achieving sustainable results.

Partnership: We strive to exceed the expectations of our customer and keep the promises we make. We deliver excellent service: at any time, at any place.

We are currently seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Manager, Airport Operations. Interested candidates should have the following qualifications:

Scope of Duties and Responsibilities

I. Financial & Commercial Perspective
Contribute to establishing the annual budget and monitor expenditures
Ensure that personnel and equipment are planned and deployed in the most cost effective manner
Actively explore potential cost savings and/or new business potential

II.Customer & Stakeholder Perspective
Establish and maintain close relationships with representatives of customer airlines and with the relevant Airport Authorities
Represent the company in meetings with representatives of customer airlines and with the relevant Airport Authorities
Ensure that Swissport’s core values are communicated to all departmental staff thus ensuring that we strive to exceed the expectations of our customers and deliver excellent service

III. Internal Business Processes
Ensure that operational procedures are established, implemented and maintained
Ensure that operational processes are carried out in accordance with contractual agreement with customer airlines
Enforce personnel policies
Determine Key Performance Indicators for all operational departments and ensure these are met
Set and maintain quality standards (incl ISO 9001)
Organizational Leadership, Learning & Development
Provide direction, guidance, coaching and leadership to the respective heads of operational departments and the Duty Managers Operations
Develop managerial skills of direct reports and their supervisory staff
Develop & implement a succession management system for each department.
Ensure the fostering of good industrial relations
Take part in meetings with the Labour Union, such as CBA negotiations

V.Corporate Governance & Risk Management
Develop and maintain a proper reporting system of operational results to the Chief Executive Officer
Strictly adhere to reporting systems of operational results to Swissport International.
Ensure strict compliance with all international and local government/statutory requirements regarding aviation and airport operations

KPA’s (Key Performance Areas)
People management
Managing operational costs
Providing technical expertise
Organizing, (such as planning work allocation and analyzing the manpower requirements).
Monitoring work processes
Dealing with customers/clients
Measuring and reporting operational performance

Key Competencies
* Effective Leadership – Foster the development of members of his or her team, providing feedback, support, encouragement and coaching
* Customer focus – Unceasing care in looking after the interests of external and internal customers to ensure that their wants, needs and expectations are met or exceeded.
* Results Orientation – Set and meet challenging goals, create own measure of excellence and constantly seek ways of improving performance.
* Strategic Orientation – Take a long-term and visionary view of the direction to be followed in the future.
* Business Acumen – The understanding of key business drivers for performance and use of sound business practices. The ability to use sound commercial principles in all areas of responsibility.
* Quality Focus – Focus on delivering quality and continuous improvement
* Creativity – Originate new practices, concepts and ideas

Job Specification
Education: University Degree Experience: 3 years in a relevant managerial position

Professional: Business Management / Logistics Management

Closing Date: March 20, 2011

Applications together with the relevant certificates should be forwarded by email to: hr@swissportkenya.co.ke or through post to :The Human Resource Manager, Swissport Kenya/Airside Limited, P.O. Box 19177 – 00501 NAIROBI

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