Incentives Manager
ROLE :
The main purpose of the Incentive Manager (meetings, incentives, conventions, conferences and exhibitions) is to manage, grow and develop the department.
The manager must provide outstanding customer service and ensure sales growth.
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
- Supervise all event enquiries (existing / new leads) in an accurate, appropriate and timely manner
- Supervise and support the MICE staff
- Ensure proper execution of all MICE events to the customers’ satisfaction and within budget
- Oversee all event proposals in line with company brand standards, inclusive of creativity and alignment with the company’s core values
- Ensure all bookings, passenger details, logistic information, internal notes and supplier notes updated on the systems
- Maintain thorough and up to date record of all bookings for easy access, filing and auditing purposes
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of monthly invoices
- Provide timely and accurate information and excellent support to external customers (agents, suppliers and clients)
- Resolve customer service issues to customer’s satisfaction with appropriate corrective and preventative measures
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures
- Suggest new and improved policies and processes to improve efficiency and ensure compliance
Desired Experience & Qualifications
Minimum 4 / 5 years’ experience in MICE, of which 2 in management position would be advantageousExcellent command of spoken and written FRENCH is a plusExcellent Organizational and administration skillsProject management skillsNegotiation skillsCreative and out of the box thinkingSolid level of Maturity and professionalism to manage a program on the ground with the customerExcellent domestic, regional, and international travel experienceMust be fully proficient with PowerPoint, Word, and ExcelExcellent understanding of MICE trends and tech used in MICEMinimum Matric qualification. Post Matric commercial qualification will be an added advantagePersonal Competencies
Self-motivator with passion for the jobMust be comfortable in liaising with clients at all levels up to CEO, BoD and Ministerial levelMust be in possession of a valid This position requires that all staff within the division travel for site inspections and with the groupsProfessional disposition alwaysActs with respect, integrity, courage and