TANZANIA ASSOCIATION OF TOUR OPERATORS

 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) established in 1983 by Licensed Tour Operators as a link between themselves, the Government and its institutions in matters pertaining to formulation of tourism policy, plans and programmes and representing the interest of its members in all spheres which entail collective representation.

 In an endeavourer to keep pace with the  on going global and local  management  and economic reforms  the Association is  currently  implementing a five year Strategic Plan. TATO is therefore inviting candidates for the following post:

 Job Title:  Strategic Plan Programme Co-coordinator

Duty Station:  Arusha

Duration:  6 months, renewable contract

Deadline for Application:  two weeks from first appearance of this advertisement.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The task of the programme Coordinator is to support the implementation of the Association’s Strategic. Plan the main activities for this position will be to:

·         To provide managerial skills required for the proper implementation of the Association’s Strategic Plan according to the log -frame. For details please visit our Web site http://www.tatotz.org  (News page)

Qualification Required:

·         A minimum of Degree or above with background of Economics and Project Planning, Business Management or any other discipline having relevance to the Private Sector Tourism establishments

·         At least 5 years experience in responsible tourism management positions

·         Matured  with high communication, analytical and presentation skills;

·         Current with Economic, Tourism and social Issues;

·         Presentable personality and ability to interact with high level government officials and business persons;

·         Experience in program development ;working with  Government and Business organizations at senior levels;;

·         Skills in programs planning, management, monitoring and evaluation;

·         Skills in human resources management;

·         Strong  skills in project financial and administrative management;

·         Excellent communication skills –fluent in oral and written English and Kiswahili; .

·                     Computer literate.

Remuneration Package

Competitive salary will be offered according to qualification and experience.

Mode of Application:

Interested candidates should forward their applications with detailed CV not later than 14 days hereof to:

The Executive Secretary,

Tanzania Association of Tour Operators,

P.O. Box 6162,

ARUSHA

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Only short-listed candidates will be called for an interview to be held in Arusha.

Women are encouraged to apply.