Manager – Government, Legal & Industry Affairs at Africa Management Solutions Limited (AMSOL)

The incumbent must perform his/her duties to the highest standard possible, while demonstrating a very high level of maturity, self-motivation, integrity and discipline.

The Main Functions are to assist The Director in:

• Planning
• Organising
• Leading
• Advising
• Government Affairs
• Industry Affairs
• Regulatory / Legal Affairs
• Administrative duties

Specific Responsibilities

• Support the Director to develop, implement and report on its short, medium and long-term plans/programmes on government, legal and aero-political affairs.
• Support advocacy campaigns and work closely with key stakeholders in industry, government, trade, tourism and non-traditional partners to support AFRAA policy goals and objectives.
• Conduct research, gather intelligence and analyse impact of new/amended regulations and aero-political developments on the airline industry.
• Think and act strategically to support the attainment of departmental goals through sensitization, capacity building, advocacy and lobbying stakeholders.
• Plan and coordinate all departmental meetings and mobilise resources/logistics for successful outcomes (invitation, venue, audio/visuals, meeting documents, refreshments, hotel transfers, travel and accommodation, etc).
• Develop and maintain a diary of meetings/engagements that is aligned to the department priorities, assure efficient utilisation of time and attainment of set goals.
• Plan the Department’s Governance meetings (Aero-political Committee, Route Network & Cargo Committee) and support work on the Executive Committee meetings and the Annual General Assembly.
• Act on behalf of the Director as Secretary to Committees and tasks force meetings
• Support the Director in the planning and execution of all Department activities and events.
• Where required attend meetings, provide secretarial or other support as may be directed
• Prepare presentation slides and draft speeches
• Research and prepare material for monthly industry affairs webinars in coordination with other departments.
• Participate in the compilation of the department’s Key Performance Indicators based on the Association’s strategy.
• Manage and maintain the projects planning and evaluation dashboard for the department.
• Coordinate the department’s workplan and business travels to achieve the overall AFRAA performance and costs objectives.
• Compile and maintain an up-to-date register of relevant industry regulatory texts for ease of reference and access
• Handle all department’s financial expenditure and reconciliations in line with AFRAA finance policy
• Maintain an up-to-date dedicated file of signed minutes of Committees and projects.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contact database of Committee members and key stakeholders

Other Responsibilities

• Exude the highest level of professional ethics and act with integrity at all times
• Be a role model to colleagues and subordinates

Relations (Internal & External)

Internal

• Immediate Supervisor
• Colleagues from other departments

External

• AFRAA Members
• AFRAA Partners
• Other Industry Stakeholders (IATA, ICAO, AFCAC, RECs, TIACA, CANSO, AfCFTA, UNWTO, etc)
• Aviation service providers

Minimum Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution
• National of an African State with a successful track record at management level
• At least 8 (eight) years’ work experience in the aviation industry
• Fluent in English and/or French. Ability to communicate and work in both languages an advantage
• Computer literate and proficient in using standard office computer software applications

Competencies

• Good understanding of air transport developments from an industry and government viewpoint
• Proven track record in performance and knowledge of the African air transport industry issues.
• Competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and meet competing deadlines with attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with industry executives, partners and consultants
• Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills
• In-depth knowledge of multilateral negotiations and the conduct of meetings and conferences
• Good stakeholder management skills
• Impeachable record of honesty of personal integrity