Job Description

AirlinePros International is an award-winning global leader in airline and travel representation. We facilitate airlines access new markets and support their sales and distribution from over 60 locations worldwide. Backed by a culture of integrity, passion, accountability, and quality partnerships, we ensure the success of more than 70 airline and travel partners from all over the world. We are an equal opportunity employer with a culturally diverse team of passionate professionals, eager for like-minded people to come on board, and soar with us to newer heights.


As Data and Project Manager with AirlinePros International, you will play a critical role in overseeing and managing data-related projects including the creation of a comprehensive global database with multiple segments within the organization. You will work with our global offices and external parties like media agencies, governmental bodies, corporates, travel agencies and other relevant organisations across the world to populate the database. You will be responsible for planning, execution, and delivery of the organisational database, and other data initiatives, in close collaboration with different departments to achieve company objectives. The role requires a strong understanding of data management principles, project management methodologies, and excellent communication skills to effectively coordinate project activities. Experience in aviation and travel industries will be an added advantage.



### Key roles and responsibilities


• Plan and develop detailed project outlines and timelines, resources, and milestones for the creation of the global database.
• Develop a project plan for data collection across departments and geographies.
• Initiate and oversee data collection, processing, analysis, and suggestion of activities in alignment with project objectives.
• Ensure the quality, integrity, accuracy, and security of the data.
• Understand and document the objectives of developing and maintaining the company's global database including creating data storage and retrieval systems.
• Coordinate project activities, track progress and ensure adherence to company policies and values in every geography and activity.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and escalate concerns as and when required to ensure success of the project.
• Lead and motivate interdepartmental teams to achieve project goals.
• Collaborate with all stakeholders including other data analysts to leverage the data effectively for decision-making and generating insights useful for marketing and other activities across departments.
• Communicate and update project status periodically, risks, and other issues to management ensuring alignment and transparency.
• Organizing data into different categories and maintaining electronic files
• Troubleshooting database issues and implementing recovery procedures and safety protocols
• Performing the daily activities of updating the global database.
• Implementing policies and standards relating to the storage and access of data
• Monitoring database efficiency and performance
+ Monitor the performance metrics of marketing mailers, analyse data and help generate and interpret reports to track progress and measure success against key performance indicators.
+ Identify issues if any, conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learnt, best practises, and areas for improvement.
+ Present key finding with suggestions for better targeting and traction to senior management and other stakeholders within the company
+ Manage stakeholder expectations and collect feedback proactively to drive continuous improvement
• Designing and preparing reports for management
• Developing and administering data management solutions using database software
• Developing and implementing data administration policy, standards and models
• Provide guidance and support to global team members and enable the development of a productive and harmonious work environment.

### Qualifications


• Proven experience and strong understanding of database creation and project management, methodologies, and best practices.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software like JIRA, Asana, or any other equivalent.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, information systems, business administration or a related field.

### Business skills


• Knowledge of data analytics, business intelligence, and data visualization concepts are desirable.
• Ability to adapt to different cultures and working hours and changing priorities and thrive in fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Aviation and related project management experience with an airline or travel company will add to your lure.


We are looking for those with a head for figures and penchant for marketing - together with a flair for communication. For the right candidate it should not be one thing collecting data and another putting it to good use - but one and the same. This is a fulltime position based out of our Kochi office in Kerala - currently on hybrid mode. Interested candidates please mail your resumes to careers@airlinepros.com with 'Data and Project Manager 2024' in the subject line. While we offer competitive salaries, the pay will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.