Jobs in Tourism- Uganda

Job title: General Manager
Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate is expected to be ands-on Manager able to direct and coordinate the operations of the company. The position has overall responsibility for all operational and commercial departments including Marketing, Sales, Human Resource, Contracting, Reservations and Finance.

KEY TASKS; The main duties and responsibilities of the General Manager will include:
• Overall responsibility for management of a specialist Tour and Travel Company profitably and to achieve the company's financial and quality objectives effectively.
• Oversee the implementation of the Company Strategic Plan in the most Cost-effective, Profitable and Time
• Oversee the HR Function of Staff Audit, Recruitment, Selection, Placement, Induction, Training, Career Planning, and Reward Management.
• Oversee the Development and Institutionalization of the Company Performance Management Framework
• Quality control: Ensure that all Staff delivers effective Customer service as required and to develop all aspects of quality throughout the Company.
• Marketing: Oversee Brand Management, Product development and all Marketing initiatives both locally and overseas.

Job requirement

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Minimum of University Degree in Travel and Tourism or related fields. An MBA will be an added advantage. Minimum 7 years' experience in a similar position, preferably (but not a must) n a busy Tour and Travel Work environment,
Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate is expected to have overall responsibility of directing and coordinating the operations of the "our department.

How to apply

Non-Degree but Diploma/Certificate holders with Extensive practical relevant experience in the Tours and Travel industry will be considered for both positions. Highly Competitive Remuneration and Compensation Packages await successful Applicants. If you meet the above requirements send your application and CV via email to eresources@consultant.com on or before 11th March 2011 indicating on the subject line the position.