Where

East Africa Specialist Travel Consultant

ABC Worldwide
Cape Town Full-day Full-time

Description:

POSITION AVAILABLE IN WESTLAKE, CAPE TOWN OR RIVONIA, JOHANNESBURG

KEY OUTPUTS

Creative planning and designing of itineraries Managing the reservations process for bookings in a manner which ensures guest budget is achieved Handling of bookings from quote to finalising, invoicing and travel documents Consistent and clear communication with agents, sales teams, preferred supplier partners and colleagues Emergency duty will be on a rotational basis as per the Retail Emergency BOP Working hours early and late shift on a weekly rotational basis Calm and professional manner of servicing agents and guests Proactive selling of our products and services ensuring the best possible safari for the guests An independent, curious and “can do it” nature Upholding the values of the company ... Care of the people, Care of land and Care of the wildlife

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

A passion for delivering service excellence An in-depth knowledge of Tourplan advantageous Extensive experience in East Africa Travel and Tour bookings A good knowledge of South Africa and Southern advantageous A willingness and aptitude to learn

SKILLS REQUIRED

Good understanding of terms and conditions, product knowledge, third party and the company Product destinations Understanding of travel industry channels Excellent computer skills Understanding of quantitative and qualitative data analysis and being able to make decisions based on these analyses Understanding and knowledge of the different markets in which the company operates in Relevant understanding of Business to create and formulate a strategy and make commercial decisions Sales process and methodologies Problem-solving skills Experiential Creativity (Crafting Experiences) Guest/Client Delight

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good interpersonal skills Sense of urgency Passionate about guest delight Diligence and self-motivation to meet deadlines and keep on top of your job Willingness/ability to share information and teach and inspire others

Personal growth

Excellent communication skills (E.g. verbal, written, reporting and body language) Time management Teamwork and interpersonal skills Conflict management and resolution Attention to detail Administration and organization skills Paperless filing Speed Reading and Typing

PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Minimum of 5 years previous inbo...
10 Aug 2022;   from: gumtree.co.za

Similar jobs

  • ABC Worldwide
  • Cape Town
Description: Brief Job Description Responsible for sales and guest service. Responsibilities and Duties Handling of safari requests on behalf of our client, received from repeat or recommended guests, via their website and social media channels, corporate ...
a year ago
  • Zeebra Junction Specialist Recruitment
  • Cape Town
... high-end travel space and designing specialist safaris into Southern and East Africa. Ideally ... a Travel Consultant Role – offering similar in the high-end travel space and designing specialist ...
a year ago
  • ABC Worldwide
  • Cape Town
Description: Position Overview This position is responsible for sales and quest service within the Company’s Retail Sales Team. As the main point of contact at the company for prospective quests, you will handle all communications from the initial inquiry ...
a year ago
... friendly, energetic and driven Travel Consultant to complement our vibrant ... East Division.Key Performance area:Having a passion for the travel ... destination knowledge of Southern Africa.All-rounder, with ... .Attention to detail.Specialist advice on destination ...
a month ago