Assistant Manager Regional Affairs
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Location: Madrid
Job type: Permanent
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Sector: Business & Administration
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Description
Reporting to Director, Regional Affairs Europe, the incumbent will contribute to designing and implementing IATA’s advocacy and business strategy across all divisional and geographical areas in Europe.
The Assistant Manager, Regional Affairs will contribute to the work of the team ensuring IATA’s visibility at the diplomatic, governmental, ministry, general public and member levels.
Responsibilities
Contribute to the design and implementation of IATA’s advocacy, lobbying and communications strategy across all divisional and geographical areas in Europe;
In consultation with the Director, Regional Affairs, prepare high level correspondence for both internal and external stakeholders;
Collect information/market intelligence in order to prepare briefing material for the Regional Vice President (RVP), the Director, Regional Affairs, and the regional team;
Collect, summarize and structure information for the preparation of speaking notes for presentations and briefings to industry stakeholders;
Contribute materials for speeches to be delivered by the Regional Vice President (RVP) and the regional team as needed;
Prepare advice for the RVP and Director Regional Affairs with respect to member and political items of critical information;
Based on industry knowledge, participate in the development of initiatives related to increasing membership satisfaction by identifying and focusing on specific member needs;
Participate in the development of initiatives focused on finding new ways of creating value for IATA’s members and industry stakeholders.
Qualifications and Skills
Good knowledge of the airline industry in Europe;
University degree in international relations, public relations, or a business-related subject;
A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience;
Proven ability to develop positive relationships with stakeholders at multiple levels;
Demonstrated skills in market analysis and research, and working with strategic plans and operational objectives;
Demonstrated ability to set and meet deadlines. Well-developed relational, analytical, conceptual, problem-solving and organizational skills;
Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English; Knowledge of other European languages will be considered an asset.
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At the heart of IATA are our Values and Behaviors. We all have different personalities, styles and areas of expertise, but you’ll recognize us by the consistent way we act and behave in line with our Values and Behaviors. We are looking for people who bring them to life in everything they do – they are:
* Act with integrity and uphold our standards
* Think strategically in support of the global big picture
* Partner and manage to create high performing teams
* Putting people first by acting with a simple human touch
Here at IATA we are proud of being a Diverse & Inclusive Organization – we have people from all over the world working in our offices, and we extend this to our recruiting practices. We are a meritocratic organization and an equal opportunity employer.
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