Rwanda Convention Bureau (RCB) |
Type: Job
Published: 2024-12-02 | Deadline: 2024-12-10
1. Job Title: Advisor to the Deputy CEO
Key responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations of the Deputy CEO’s office.
- Work closely with the advisor to the CEO and heads of departments to ensure that RCB’s priorities are met
- Advise and follow up on key projects and decisions
- Participate in meetings and keep track of tasks, deliverables and deadlines
- Prepare, examine, proof-read and summarise reports, briefs and other documents
- Anticipate the Deputy CEO’s needs and identify opportunities to create processes and systems to streamline office flow
- Act as a point of contact for operational matters tha require the Deputy CEO’s attention
- Prepare and follow up on Deputy CEO’s meetings and engagements
- Attend to the Deputy CEO's emails and other administrative tasks
- Manage the Deputy CEO's office travels
- Perform other duties as requested
Qualifications and skills
- Master’s degree in business or public administration, law, ecomonics, political science or any relevant field and minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar executive support role or Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, law, ecomonics, political science or any relevant field with minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar executive support role.
- Knowledge or interest in the MICE sector and its trends
- Understanding of strategic planning and performance metrics for institutional development is a plus
- Strong analytical, critical thinking and organizational and planning skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Project management skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive results.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills.
- Fluent in English and Knowledge of French and Kinyarwanda is an added value.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, as well as other project management and performance tracking software.
- Ability to prepare, review and summarize clear and concise briefs, emails and other documents
- Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and handle confidential information with tact and professionalism
- Experience liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including senior executives and board members
- Experience coordinating travel arrangements and scheduling for high-level executives
- Strong attention to detail and ability to anticipate needs
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2. Job Title: Director of Destination Marketing
Key responsibilities
- Oversee RCB’s overall data-driven DMD strategy, implementation and budget
- Drive MICE Revenues through Destination Marketing (DM) activities
- Increase international awareness of Rwanda as a preferred destination to host regional and international MICE Business.
- Approve DM campaign ideas
- Use data to analyse the success & impact of DMD strategies according to objective and targets
- Advise RCB Management on investment opportunities in the conference/events industry
- Advise RCB Management on communications, PR and media engagements
- Increase MICE industry actors involvement in the promotion and attraction of MICE business to Rwanda.
- Review and approve all DMD reports
- Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
- Direct report to the Deputy CEO
Qualifications and skills
- Minimum of a master’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or Tourism.
- At least 10 years of relevant experience in marketing, and sales with a minimum of 7 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in the MICE industry or a similar sector.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data and analytics to make strategic marketing decisions.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing successful marketing strategies that have led to an increase in revenue and business growth.
- Excellent understanding of the MICE industry, and the ability to generate revenue through sales and marketing strategies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with partners and stakeholders and work collaboratively with team members.
- Ability to think creatively and innovatively to differentiate the destination from competitors.
- Proven experience in team leadership and the ability to manage and motivate employees toward achieving objectives.
- Strong understanding of Brand Development/Awareness strategies
- Fluent in English and Knowledge of French and Kinyarwanda is an added value.
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3. Job Title: Business Development Manager Strategic Partnerships
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement RCB’s business development strategy and budget
- Identify and pursue potential strategic partnerships that can contribute to achieving our MICE revenues targets and/or support the development of the MICE industry (in collaboration with the IDD)
- Attract, negotiate and grow the number of multi-year events
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of MICE partnerships and events hosted in Rwanda, on the industry
- Develop strategies and implementation plan to diversify MICE revenues
- Collaborate with local stakeholders in identifying regional and international organizations that can be hosted in Rwanda
- Linking RCB with regional and International MICE players.
- Direct report to the Director of Destination Marketing
Qualifications and skills
- Master's degree in business administration, marketing, sales, or a related field with 5 years of experience in business development or strategic partnerships in the international context or
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field with 7 years of experience in a similar role.
- Proven track record of developing successful business relationships with international organizations.
- Excellent negotiation skills and ability to develop and implement strategies to attract and retain clients.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to identify investment opportunities in the MICE industry.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners.
- Knowledge of the MICE industry trends, regulations, and standards.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently, as well as in a team, and demonstrate leadership skills.
- Fluent in English and Knowledge of French and Kinyarwanda is an added value.
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4. Job Title: Sales Manager
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement sales strategies and budget to generate MICE business.
- Conduct sales activities to generate MICE Revenues
- Lead in sourcing business mainly through tradeshows, Roadshows, and established MICE online platforms.
- Review expression of interest, bid preparation and bid preparations
- Coordinate site inspection
- Negotiate terms and prepare MoUs in partnership with a legal advisor.
- Coordinate fam trips for MICE buyers
- Conduct assessment on businesses that require Government Investment/Partnership and advise the Management on the best option.
- Support qualified local hosts to attend strategic international conferences
- Link RCB with regional and International MICE players
- Identify new MICE platforms and follow up existing ones to generate new business
- Direct report to the Director of Destination Marketing
Qualifications and skills
- Master's degree in business administration, marketing, sales, or a related field with 5 years of experience in sales in the international context or
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, sales or a related field with 7 years of experience in a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of sales techniques and the ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work collaboratively with crossfunctional teams and stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze market trends and make data-driven decisions.
- Fluent in English
- Knowledge of French and Kinyarwanda is an added value.
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5. Job Title: MICE Sales Officer
Key responsibilities
- Identify leads through desk research and online platforms.
- Prepare expression of interests, bid documents and bid presentations
- Support the private sector/local associations in bid preparation and presentation.
- Plan and organize Roadshows to strategic destinations
- Plan and organize fam trips
- Conduct research on emerging trends, business climate, new platforms and other destinations
- Direct report to the Director of Destination Marketing
Qualifications and skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Marketing, Law or relevant field.
- A minimum of 3 years working experience.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Excellent writing and presentation skills.
- Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Fluent in English
- Knowledge of French and Kinyarwanda is an added value.
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6. Job Title: Research Manager
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement research strategies and budget that align with the RCB’s objectives
- Ensure that research tasks and deadlines are on track in collaboration with leadership and departments
- Analyse and interpret research data to support RCB’s objectives
- Coordinate trials of new business initiatives, pilot programs, and regional rollouts based on data and results
- Ensure compliance with international standards and regulations during research
- Prepare reports on key research projects and other tasks assigned by the CEO’s office
- Direct report to the Director of Destination Marketing
Qualifications and skills
- Master’s degree in business administration, economics, finance, or a related field with 5 years of experience in strategic planning and analysis, preferably in the tourism or hospitality industry or
- Bachelors’ degree in business administration, economics, finance, or a related field with 7 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make strategic recommendations based on findings.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with different stakeholders.
- Experience in developing and implementing business plans and growth strategies.
- Fluent in English
- Knowledge of French and Kinyarwanda is an added value.
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7. Job Title: Director of Events Coordination
Key responsibilities
- Oversee the data-driven Events coordination’s strategy, implementation and budget
- Plan and oversee destination audits exercises
- Oversee the development of industry regulations and standards
- Oversee the strategy and implementation of capacity building and training plan
- Advise RCB’s leadership on opportunities for engagements/partnerships to support industry development and capacity building strategy
- Engage/inform local and international MICE industry actors of industry development opportunities
- Use data to analyse the strategies success & impact according to objectives and targets
- Review and approve all departments reports
- Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
- Direct report to the Deputy CEO
Qualifications and skills
- Master's degree in tourism/hospitality management, events management, business administration, or a related field.
- A solid understanding of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions)industry, including the trends, market segmentation, and regulatory environment.
- At least 7 years of experience in events management and industry development with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership position.
- The ability to think strategically, develop longterm plans, and implement them effectively.
- The ability to lead a team of professionals, delegate responsibilities, and provide guidance and direction.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences.
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, industry associations, and private sector partners.
- A creative mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for innovation and develop new solutions to industry challenges.
- Fluent in English
- Knowledge of French and Kinyarwanda is an added value.