The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) is a nonprofit, global research organization dedicated to
advancing human well-being, environmental conservation and equity.
We conduct research that enables more
informed and equitable decision making about the use and management of tropical
and sub-tropical forest landscapes. We help policy makers and practitioners
shape effective policy, improve the management of tropical forests and address
the needs and perspectives of people who depend on forests for their
livelihoods. Our multidisciplinary approach considers the underlying drivers of
deforestation and degradation, which often lie outside the forestry sector:
forces such as agriculture, infrastructure development, trade and investment
policies and law enforcement.
CIFOR is looking for
Travel Coordinator
Travel Coordinator
Overview
CIFOR currently has
an authorized travel agent organizing all staff travel. To meet the
organization’s expectations regarding travel alternatives and economical travel
arrangements, CIFOR will establish a new position, Travel Coordinator, to
ensure that routes and prices are reviewed and endorsed before travel
arrangements are finalized.
Summary of responsibilities
- Together with the authorized travel agent, develop travel plans for CIFOR staff in compliance with CIFOR travel policy using on-line travel systems as well as internet resources.
- Review and compare travel itineraries and costs, provided by the authorized travel agent, with other external agents to obtain the best price.
- Coordinate with project managers and HR when clarifying travel details.
- Conduct research on optimal travel alternatives and maintain travel promo updates and information.
- Review the authorized travel agent’s proposals for the most economical deals for official individuals and group travel.
- Conduct frequent research on various airlines and hotel rates in frequently visited cities where CIFOR has offices/meetings to secure the most economical deals.
- Update relevant databases on employees’ travel
- Verify monthly travel agent billing.
- Attend to queries related to travel plans.
Details of
duties, assignments and objectives will be further discussed and laid out in
the staff’s annual performance contract.
Requirements
Education, knowledge
and experience
- A Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 (five) years relevant experience,
- Extensive understanding of domestic and international destinations, code sharing, airlines and interlining routes, and recurrent flyer programs,
- An IATA course certificate in airline ticketing is desirable,
- Strong computer skills and familiar with on-line travel systems such as Galileo and Abacus,
- Knowledge of various travel requirements such as visa formalities, flight baggage allowances and tour operators,
- Fluent in spoken and written English.
Personal Attributes and
Competencies
- Professional oral and written communication skills; must be able to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization with tact and diplomacy, and with a high level of cultural sensitivity,
- Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner,
- Competent in priority setting, with the ability to work effectively under time pressure,
- Exhibit sound and accurate judgment with strong attention to detail,
- Possess good interpersonal and customer service skills,
- Good negotiation, planning and organizational skills.
Terms and Conditions
- This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position. CIFOR offers competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience.
- The appointment is for one year, inclusive of a six months probationary period, with a possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.
- The duty station will be at CIFOR Headquarters in Bogor, Indonesia.
Application process
- The application deadline is 28 February 2015.
- We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.
To
apply, please visit our career site at HERE
To
learn more about CIFOR, please visit our website at HERE
CIFOR is an equal opportunity employer.
Staff
diversity contributes to excellence.
