Job Overview
The Deputy Manager – Operations will be responsible for managing daily operations at the Visa Application Centre, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and high-quality customer service. The role will also focus on achieving performance goals in alignment with organizational objectives and service standards.
Education: Graduate degree or global equivalent degree.
Experience: 2–3 years of experience in the travel, tourism, or service industry with a strong customer service background (fresh graduates will be considered).
Duties & Responsibilities
Operational Management and Compliance
- Oversee daily administrative tasks, including document processing, cash handling, and data recording.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation, scrutiny, and verification for visa processing, and maintain thorough records of all application data.
- Handle cash and banking transactions, if assigned, while ensuring the overall security of both physical assets and data at the Visa Application Centre (VAC).
- Manage the logistics of delivery to consulates, applicants, or logistics companies, ensuring adherence to SLAs and SOPs.
- Ensure visa application accuracy, eliminating address errors and maintaining compliance with service standards and ethical guidelines.
- Continuously improve productivity, security, and process compliance by participating in regular self-development training and certifications.
Customer Relations and Business Development
- Handle escalations from staff and applicants, with a focus on improving customer satisfaction and enhancing productivity.
- Address customer inquiries, concerns, and feedback in a timely manner.
- Enhance the overall customer experience by offering best-in-class service and leveraging language proficiency for clear communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain a high level of customer service, offering Value-Added Services (VAS) to meet and exceed revenue targets while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Strengthen relationships with stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication and promote business growth.
Security and Compliance Management
- Oversee security at the Visa Application Centers, ensuring adherence to Corporate Security Policies, environmental guidelines, and ISO standards.
- Ensure strict compliance with all operational processes, SLAs, and SOPs, while maintaining high productivity and aligning with industry standards.
Sustainability
- Promote judicious use of natural resources.
- Adhere to the organization's environment, health, and safety policies, objectives, and guidelines.
Anti Bribery Management Systems (ABMS)
- Follow the ABMS roles and responsibilities details as prescribed on the ABMS manual.
- a. Understanding of ethical standards and the importance of integrity in business practices.