Airports Project Manager (SPP)

International Air Transport Association (IATA); Genf; Hybride; CHF 120 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

IATA Consulting seeks a seasoned professional to advance the Airports & Strategic Partnerships Program (SPP). You will work with stakeholders across the organization to expand airport participation, refine value propositions, and drive engagement with airports globally.

Your role involves coordinating regional activities, analyzing market needs, and developing strategic solutions. Fluent English and strong communication are essential for success in our international environment.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Aviation Management, Economics, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in aviation industry, preferably airports/airline relations or business development.
• Experience in project management and stakeholder engagement.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and manage activities related to Airports & SPP growth.
• Conduct research to identify airport needs and opportunities across regions.
• Develop an airport-centric value proposition based on market findings.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify solutions for airports.
• Benchmark best practices to strengthen the SPP offering for airports.
• Support development of a sustainable business model attracting airports to the program.
• Serve as focal point for internal stakeholders in airport engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Regional Sales to identify prospects and support outreach.
• Monitor progress, targets, and revenue opportunities; escalate risks and propose solutions.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication

Presentation skills

Facilitation skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Outils

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Description du poste

Employment Type:Fixed Term Contract
Contract Duration:18 months

Why you will love working here

• Our Values are not just words on a page - they are the energy behind everything we do:ONE IATA- We collaborate across teams,TRUSTED -We do the right thing,INNOVATIVE -We make tomorrow better,INCLUSIVE -We embrace diverse perspectives.
• With over 30,000 courses available, we believe in continuous learning and support your growth in an ever-changing industry.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion are our priorities. We are certified by the Equal Salary Foundation, offering equal pay and family-friendly policies.
• We encourage community involvement through volunteering and strive to make tomorrow better for aviation and our communities. We offer time off so you can support causes important to you.
• We promote work-life balance with flexible work options, including remote and hybrid work, a generous 'work from abroad' policy, and you get your birthday off!

About the team you are joining

Reporting to theHead of Strategic Partnerships, you will be part of a dynamic team and will be focusing on expanding airport participation in IATA's Strategic PartnershipsProgram (SPP). You will work closely with colleagues across IATA divisions and functions, as well as external stakeholders, to strengthen engagement with airports, enhance the airport value proposition, and support the growth of theProgram globally.

What your day would be like

• Coordinate and manage activities related to the Airports & SPP growth initiative.
• Conduct research and analysis to identify airport needs, challenges, priorities, and opportunities across different regions.
• Develop and refine an airport-centric value proposition based on market research findings and stakeholder feedback.
• Consult with internal subject matter experts and business units to identify solutions and services that create value for airports.
• Benchmark comparable industry programs and identify best practices that can strengthen the SPP offering for airports.
• Support the development of a sustainable business model that attracts airports to the Program and strengthens long-term engagement.
• Serve as the focal point for internal stakeholders involved in airport engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Regional Sales teams to identify prospects, support outreach activities, and help secure new airport participants.
• Coordinate SME engagement, validation activities, and follow-up actions across regions.
• Monitor project progress, participation targets, and revenue opportunities, escalating risks and proposing solutions when needed.Contribute to increasing airport participation in the SPP, with the objective of attracting new airports and strengthening industry collaboration globally.

We would love to hear from you if

• University degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Aviation Management, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the aviation industry, preferably in airport management, airline-airport relations, partnerships, business development, consulting, or a related area.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate market insights into actionable business recommendations.
• Experienced developing value propositions, business cases, or commercial strategies.
• Ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders and build productive working relationships.
• Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced international environment.
• Experience conducting market research, competitive analysis, or business modelling would be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of the aviation ecosystem and an understanding of airport priorities and challenges is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of data analysis tools is an asset.
• Fluent in English. Additional languages would be an advantage.

Travel Required: 10%