Under the general supervision of the Secretary General , the Manager of Protocol  will:

• Assist the Secretary General in carrying out the AIFF’s  mission, essentially pertaining to the planning, organization, management, coordination and supervision of AIFF’s protocol services .
• Advise on matters related to diplomatic protocol and etiquette.
• Plan, coordinate and execute the AIFF’s President’s participation to official events both locally and internationally.
• Arrange detailed itineraries for the AIFF President and Guests.
• Receive and escort special guests of AIFF.
• Accompany the President on official visits if desirable to events and ceremonies as advised by the Secretary General.
• Arrange for official gifts for the visiting delegates.
• Coordinate with relevant focal points of special guests for smooth and seamless travel/visits.
• Supervise staff providing protocol services for the AIFF President &  other high-level officials , particularly with respect to reception at the airport, assistance during missions, ensuring protocol coverage of his official activities.
• Ensure the proper implementation of the privileges and immunities accorded to the AIFF President in consultation with local Association.
• Prepare briefs and recommendations to the Secretary General  on the status of protocol services concerning the President and Special guests.
• Formulate and propose policies, procedures and guidelines for protocol practice and norms in various State Associations , in light of developments in the field of protocol and diplomacy.
• Analyse current events and protocol developments by the Govt of India & States/UTs and provide regular updates to the Secretary General.
• Regular liaison with relevant Protocol departments of Govt of India (MYAS/SAI),Airport Authority of India/Customs/Immigration/CISF etc.
• Coordinate with General Secretaries of affiliated Member Associations/Units to ensure universal delivery of protocol services.

• Prepare and produce reports on internal coordination of meetings with the staff under his/her supervision.
• Assist and advise the Secretary General in matters related to budget for Protocol.
• Assist the Secretary General in evaluation of performance of staff in the Protocol.
• Training and guiding staff, volunteers and members in following a set protocols related to event, Hospitality, competitions, dignitaries, etc
• Deputing staff or volunteers for Hospitality and Protocol functions as required
• Planning and executing a Hospitality plan related to AIFF  event, dignitary visit or competitions or official functions
• Designing and executing Guest management Protocol and Hospitality
• Perform related duties assigned by the Secretary General

Qualifications:

1. Female Candidates with pleasing personality.
2. Graduate in any stream.
3. Have a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience preferably in Govt/Public Sector or Sports federations.
4. From Hospitality industry and work experience or airline cabin crew experience
5. Excellent communication skills.
6. Good knowledge of Govt Policies/regulations on travel/health/immigration/Visa etc.
7. Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or any foreign language desirable.
8. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point.

Interested candidates should mail their applications along with CVs at hr@the-aiff.com with the subject as “Application for the Post of “Manger Protocol & Hospitality ” . Last date of Application is 24th February 2023.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called to attend a face to face interview at a time & date which will be communicated via email.

AIFF reserves the right to cancel/reject the vacancy or applications without assigning any reason.