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Director-Business Development Services Job at Kenyatta International Convention Centre

Job Grade KICC 2

REF: KICC/DBDS/2018

The Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) is established under the Tourism Act, No. 28 of 2011 (the Act). KICC’s mandate is to promote business of meetings, conferences and exhibitions.

KICC is in the process of recruiting suitable persons and invites applications for the following post:-

The Director Business Development Services reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for providing business development guidance by developing and implementing the national meetings incentives for conferences and exhibitions strategy.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of all programs aimed at marketing the Centre both locally and internationally
• Development and implementation of The Centre’s strategic business development plans in line with the corporate strategic plan
• Develop and implement marketing programs aimed at increasing the Centre’s market share
• Bid for international conferences and exhibitions
• Development and implementation of goals, objectives and policies of the Business Development Directorate including Sales, Marketing, Digital communications and business projects
• Oversee the development of promotional, advertising and marketing materials for the organization
• Develop new products, services and market expansion programs
• Develop, plan and direct all business projects which can enhance the business of the organization
• Develop and review pricing policy from time to time to reflect on the prevailing market rates
• Study and analyze market trends to ensure the Corporation is in tandem with the prevailing markets

Requirements

• Have a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in senior management level in tourism, hospitality or related sector;
• Have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution;
• Have a Master’s Degree in Business management or related field from a recognized institution;
• Be a member of a professional body;
• Have a certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Be proficient in computer applications;
• Demonstrate professional competency and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Comply with the provisions of Chapter six of Constitution of Kenya, 2010

How to Apply

Applicants must comply with Chapter 6 of the Constitution and avail clearance certificates from:

• Directorate of Criminal Investigation (certificate of good conduct)
• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) – Tax Compliance
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Interested and qualified persons are requested to submit their applications which should include:

• One-page statement on how you meet the requirements for the post.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Indication of current salary.
• Professional certificates and testimonials.
• Three Professional referees

Terms of Offer

The successful candidate’s appointment will be as follows:-

Job Grade KICC2 shall be appointed on a contract of five (5) years renewable once subject to performance

Job Grade KICC 3 shall be appointed on a contract of five (5) years renewable subject to performance.

Job Grade KICC 4, Job Grade KICC 5, Job Grade KICC 6 and Job Grade KICC 7 shall be appointed on permanent and pensionable terms

Applications should be sent under confidential cover and with the envelope clearly marked as per your application Ref. “Ref. KICC/ …… /2018” not later than 7th January, 2019 at 5:00 pm to:

The Chief Executive Officer,

Kenyatta International Convention Centre,

P.O. Box 30746-00100,

NAIROBI.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Persons with special needs that meet the requirements are encouraged to apply