Concierge - CIMMYT (Apply by: 26 May 2014)

Posted Date:        5/13/2014

Job Category:       Corporate Services Program

Position Title:       Concierge

Type of Contract: Nationally Recruited Staff

Location:               Mexico

Desired Skills:

Description:

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, self-motivated, and service-orientated professional for the position of Concierge in the Corporate Services Program to assist employees as well as internal and external visitors with their general inquiries and attend to their needs in regards to housing, maintenance, catering as well as cultural events and trips, ensuring a timely and good service.

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information:www.cimmyt.org

The position will be based at CIMMYT’s Main Campus (located 45 km northeast of Mexico City, Mexico).

Specific tasks and responsibilities of this position will include:

·         Act as general point for receiving complaints, requirements, needs and suggestions from employees, residents and visitors, responding appropriately and finding adequate solutions.

·         Inform managers of relevant areas about required services, e.g. maintenance, dining room, transportation etc.

·         Handle and monitor incident reports.

·         Advise employees and visitors on cultural trips and events and help to program accordingly.

·         Take part in events, assignments and general operation of the dining area, catering and accommodation area.

·         Make sure that the common areas in the housing and guesthouse complex are tidy and clean in order to provide maximum service and comfort to internal and external guests.

·         Perform any additional tasks as assigned by your supervisor.

We are seeking candidates with the following qualification, skills and attitudes:

·         Minimum of High School education (Preparatoria) plus 2 years of vocational skill in the field of Tourism, Administration or related area.

·         Minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar positions.

·         Ability to communicate and relate effectively with others.

·         Responsible, attentive and honest person, with initiative and ample services attitude.

·         Schedule availability and occasionally works on weekends and holidays as required.

·         Good working knowledge of English is required.

CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package and support for continuous professional development. In addition to the provisions of the Mexican Labor Law our package of benefits includes Year-end Bonus (40 days), Vacation Premium (56%), Life Insurance and Medical Insurance, Supermarket Coupons, Savings Fund, Social Mexican Benefits (IMSS, SAR / Infonavit).

CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please email cover letter and CV no later than Monday, 26 May, 2014 to HR, CIMMYT, Email: nrsrecruitment@cgiar.org / Please insert Position Reference number: N14156 in the subject of your email.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

For further information please contact Guillermo Flores, g.flores@cgiar.org