Travel Consultant

Position: Travel Consultant
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Salary: Attractive 

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Doing bookings
• Making flight quotations
• Giving flight options to each destination
• Ensuring clients are well briefed on any schedule changes or flight cancelations
• Flight reservations
• Client briefing on visa and health requirements.
• Ensure each booking has been invoiced.
• Ensure all bookings are confirmed and re-confirmed.
• Ensure all bookings have ticket numbers.
• Ensure ticketing rules are followed.
• Ensure all tickets are authorized for by the client. Any ticket sent to accounts without an L.P.O or letter of authority by the clients will not be invoiced.
• Ensure going through the queue messages and advise clients on the status of bookings.
• Do quotations to clients ensure they are properly typed/pasted and call/chat all clients to ensure they have received their online quotations?
• Ensure the quotations are responded to immediately in case of delays then advice the client the intention to do so.
• Treating clients with passion since they are the business.
• Seek approval before issuing any credit.
• Update new and old client’s profiles regularly.
• Send any cash paying clients to accounts office for receipting.
• Cancel all cancelled tickets on the computer system, punch them and forward them to accounts with the attached cancellation slip.
• Ensure that we are updated on all current fares from the airlines.
• Ensure discounts are kept within the regulated framework and seek approval if necessary for clients especially walk ins who are not within our approved levels of discount in our systems. Always seek approval on any discounts to clients who won’t qualify such
• Ensure all un-needed bookings are cancelled in the system to avoid no show.
• Do sales report and forward to the relevant accountant within 48hours from the time of sale.

Requirements

• Degree or a diploma in Travel management
• Must have IATA Qualifications.
• Over 3-5 years’ experience as travel consultant in busy environment
• Ability to use Galileo and E system.
• Good relationship with 4 or 5 star hotels.

Skills and Competencies:

• Being amicable and approachable with flexible working hours.
• Being professional and assertive
• Being detail oriented and Meeting deadline
• Stress management and Project management
• Comprehensive industry knowledge
• Customer service and Computer knowledge
• Interpersonal relationships
• Networking and negotiating

Applications including an application letter, curriculum vitae should be submitted to 
recruitment@nawirikenya.com with the Subject Travel Consultant Applications must be received by Friday 29th January 2016. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Travel and Tours Consultant

Our Client is the Travel Industry currently recruiting a Travel and Tours Consultant

Summary: The  consultant will assist the  the team in planning, conducting and offering trips to established and potential clients.

Requirements and Job Role

• At least 3 years experience as an active travel consultant
• Education background, with an emphasis on courses in travel, tourism, business and communications
• Familiar with the Amadeus System
• Have a strong travel knowledge
• Flexibility to travel
• A strong communicator and highly organized
• Must have a thorough understanding of how to use the computer and phone system
• Ready to  perform tasks such as filing, bookkeeping or responding to email

In case of  team absence will be required to take up the role in setting up passports and visas, and researching the customs of the country or city in which the clients/employee will be staying
 

If you feel you fit the above role ,please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke

Boutique Lodge & Camp ::: Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager -  Boutique Lodge & Camp

Our client, an upmarket Safari Company, is looking for an Assistant Manager in Amboseli.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fully responsible for all lodge/camp functions / operations in the absence of the manager.
• Drive and adhere to financial targets and to meet forecasted contribution to head office.
• Assist in planning and delivery of operational and Capex budget.
• Effective stock management according to company set operational standard.
• Ensure SOP’s are implemented, and maintained.
• Drive the guest experience to achieve guest satisfaction.
• Ensure accurate reporting on areas of responsibility.
• Perform duty management shifts according to property and company standards.

Qualifications:

• Hotel management degree / diploma from a reputable institution.
• At least one year’s experience in a  similar position in a boutique lodge or camp in the bush
• Sound knowledge of the highest level of F&B, and FO customer service in a luxury environment.
• Sound overall knowledge in the day to day management of the business.
• Sound knowledge Accounting and Training methods.
• Sound knowledge of all cleaning products used.
• Sound knowledge on the operations of all appliances/equipment.

Key Skills

• Must work accurately under pressure.
• Hosting skills – to promote our hospitality ethos within our property.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Team player with positive attitude and enthusiasm.
• Customer focused with a warm friendly personality.
• Hands on and Problem solver.
• Leadership and Management skills.
• Be a good motivator.

Application Procedure

Please send your updated CV in WORD FORMAT to recruiterbpm@gmail.com by 15th September 2015.

On the subject line please indicate what position you are applying for and within the email please indicate you current salary, expected salary and notice period.

UON Jobs in Kenya - Senior Lecturer, Lecturers, Tutorial Fellows, Senior Medical Officer and Cleaner

University of Nairobi
 

Applications are invited for the following positions:-
 

Senior Lecturer (Wildlife Management and Conservation)
Department of Clinical Studies

1 Post

AC/5/201/15

(R&T)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Wildlife Management and Conservation or relevant discipline from a recognized University. 

They must have at least five (5) years teaching experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. 

They must have supervised at least three Masters students to completion and published at least four (4) articles in refereed journals or two (2) publications and two (2) book chapters since last promotion. 

They must demonstrate evidence of continuing research activity.

 

Successful candidates will be expected to teach, supervise and mentor undergraduates and postgraduates in Wildlife Management and Conservation and related disciplines.
 

Lecturer, Department of Chemistry

1 Post

AC/5/202/15

(CBPS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Inorganic Chemistry or its equivalent from a recognized university. 

Applicants who possess a Masters degree in Inorganic Chemistry and have at least three (3) years teaching experience at University level and are registered for a PhD degree in the relevant area will also be considered. 

They should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books. They should show evidence of continuing research activity.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization and also participate in School’s activities.

Lecturer, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology

2 Posts 

AC/5/202/15

(CHS)
 

Applicants must be registered Medical Practitioners and should posses MMed (Obstetrics Gynaecology) or its equivalent. 

They should have had a least 2 publications in referred journals, or 1 paper and 1 chapter in a text book. 

Previous exposure in teaching, mentoring and supervising students in clinical areas and research constitutes an added advantage. 

Suitable applicants should be able to demonstrate prowess in research potential and predilection towards sub-specialty. 

There should be evidence of continuous professional development such as teaching, research, presentation of papers, supervision of students in research attendance of conferences and academic workshops.

Duties of the successful candidates will include teaching undergraduates and postgraduates, supervision of postgraduates, conducting research and full participation in clinical responsibilities at Kenyatta National Hospital, as well as any other relevant duties allocated by the Chairman of the Department.

Tutorial Fellow, Department of Agricultural Economics

1 Post 

AC/5/203/15

(CAVS)
 

Applicants should be holders of an MBA degree in Financial Management and a first degree in Accounting from a recognized university. They should be specialized in the following disciplines: - Business Accounting, Business Taxation, Industrial Book Keeping, Financial Management, Management Accounting and Risk Management. 

Candidates who are members of professional bodies and in good standing for at least 5 years will have an added advantage. 

They should show evidence of having registered for a PhD degree in the relevant area.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to assist lecturers in the teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
 

Tutorial Fellow,  Department of Human Pathology, 

Clinical Chemistry (1 Post), Haematology & Blood Transfusion (1 Post) - Thematic Areas 

AC/5/204/15

(CHS)
 

Applicants should be holders of at least a Masters degree in Human Pathology such as MMEd (Path) o MMEd (Clinical Pathology) from a recognized university. 

Holders of an MBChB degree or equivalent and are currently pursuing a Masters degree in Human Pathology in Second year of study will also be considered. 

Evidence of special interest in Clinical Chemistry or Haematology as demonstrated by research or additional training will be an added advantage.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to support teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate
students and to participate in clinical diagnostic work.

Senior Medical Officer, University Health Services

1 Post 

AC/5/205/15

(R&T)

Applicants should be holders of an MBChB degree and a Master of Medicine in Paediatrics or its equivalent qualification from a recognized university. 

They must have at least three years experience after acquiring postgraduate qualification and have admitting rights to major private hospitals in Nairobi. in a busy clinical/medical institution. 

They must be registered by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists’ Board.

The successful candidate will be expected to run outpatient clinics, take care of in- patient patients in
hospitals in Nairobi and any other duties as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer or his appointee.

Please Note that this is a three year contract renewable with mutual agreement.
 

Cleaner, University Health Services

Grade II,

3 Posts

AD/5/206/15

(R&T)

Applicants must be holders of at least a KCSE certificate or its equivalent. 

They must have at least five years working experience in relevant offices. 

They must have a good school leaving certificate and a good reference letter from current Section Head. 

They must be able to communicate fluently in both English and Kiswahili languages. 

They must have served as Messenger / Cleaner grade II or equivalent position for at least three (3) years. 

They must have good public relations. 

They must be of high integrity, reliable, disciplined and committed to work. 

Applicants who have worked in a hospital environment in any institution of higher learning for at least five (5) years will have an added advantage.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to show outstanding merit and work with minimum supervision. 

They will also be expected to work during odd hours and also during weekends.

Please note that the position is on a full-time and on a three year contract renewable on satisfactory performance and mutual consent.
 

Note:
 

1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications they appear in.

Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
 

2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. 

They should quote post reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
 

3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
 

Codes
 

R&T 

The Deputy Registrar, 

Recruitment & Training Section, 

P.O Box 30197-00100 

Nairobi
 

CBPS 

The Principal, 

College of Biological & Physical Sciences, 

P.O Box 30197-00100, 

Nairobi.
 

CHS 

The Principal, 

College of Health Sciences, 

Box 30197-00100, 

Nairobi.
 

CAVS

The Principal, 

College of Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences, 

Box 30197-00100, 

Nairobi.
 

Please note that the University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer. 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: Friday, June 12, 2015.

244 Positions - Massive Recruitment - Recruit Forest Guard

The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) is a State Corporation whose responsibility is Management, Conservation, Sustainable Development and proper Utilization of the country’s forest resources for equitable benefit of present and future generations.

The Service seeks to recruit, train and deploy qualified men and women in various forest areas for protection and conservation functions. 

Successful candidates will undergo a mandatory Basic Paramilitary Course before deployment.

Position: Recruit Forest Guard

Number: 244

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a Kenyan citizen
• Must have a minimum height for Ladies (5 feet 1 Inch) and (5 feet 4 Inches) for Men
• Must be aged between 18 and 25 Years
• Must have attained a minimum Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Mean Grade of D minus.
• Must have successfully completed the Basic National Youth Service Training/National Youth Service (NYS) Paramilitary Training
• Must have no criminal record
• Must be physically fit
• Female candidates must not be pregnant at recruitment and during the period of the training
• Previous experience in a matching band will be an added advantage

Requirements;

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should present themselves at the NYS Training College in Gilgil on 9th June, 2015 by 0800 hours and should bring with them the following;

• Original and photocopies of KCSE certificate
• Original and photocopies of National Identity Card/Passport
• Original and photocopies of a valid Certificate of Good Conduct
• Original and photocopies of NYS Discharge Certificate
• Appropriate clothes and footwear for running.

Candidates are requested to note the following:

• The recruitment will be conducted by a team of Kenya Forest Service Officers.
• The recruitment shall be conducted transparently and shall reflect the regional diversity of the Kenyan people.
• Any person presenting himself/herself for recruitment purposes with fake/falsified identity cards, certificates or caught engaging in any corrupt activity shall be arrested and prosecuted.
• The recruitment exercise is absolutely FREE OF CHARGE and KFS will not be responsible for any recruitment conducted outside the guidelines herein.
• Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Successful candidates will immediately proceed for training.

The Service is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information on the Kenya Forest Service, please visit our website: www.kenyaforestservice.org

Archers Tours Travel - Consultant

Travel Consultant 

Job Summary

The candidate will be placed in Nairobi.

She/he will be reporting to the Travel Manager.

Requirement:

At least 4 years experience as a travel consultant in a busy environment.
 
Must have comprehensive industry knowledge and be proficient on Amadeus and/or Galileo
 

Strong interpersonal presence, able to work both independently and as a team.
 
Must have excellent communication skills and be customer service oriented.
 
Skilled in computer operation and time management
 
Availability should be immediate or in one month’s time.

Professional Qualification

• KCSE- C and above.
• Degree in Tourism/Travel Management or
• Diploma in IATA/UFTAA consultant level (Air Travel   Operations) and
• Diploma in Foundation Level (Air Travel Operations)

Interested candidates should send application letters and copies of their CVs to andrew@archersafrica.com on or before 31st Jul 2013 indicating their current and expected salaries. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Tour and Travel Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya

Vacancy: Tour and Travel Manager
 

A new Travel and tour company is looking for a capable candidate to manage the activities of the company and improvise business strategies to bring about growth.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Proposing strategies for the business development of the agency.
• Maintaining the financial account details and other budgetary reports of the agency.
• Analyzing the reports to ascertain the growth of the agency as well as employing the work strategies to improve the business aspect of the agency.
•  Maintaining the up-to-date information on the travel operations and transport mediums like trains, airlines and also buses.
• Facilitating the customers in the booking of tickets and accommodation arrangements
• Managing the travel agency work activities and devising new tour and travel plans and packages.
• Coordinating and guiding the agency staff to work for the customer satisfaction and development of the agency.
• Promoting and marketing the business, sometimes to new or niche markets.
• Managing budgets and maintaining statistical/financial records.
• Selling travel products and tour packages.
• Sourcing products and destinations to meet consumer demands for bespoke travel and sustainable tourism.
• Liaising with travel partners, including airlines and hotels, to manage bookings and schedules, often one year in advance.
• Dealing with customer enquiries and aiming to meet their expectations.
• Overseeing the smooth, efficient running of the business.
• Constantly motivating the sales team to hit their targets and ensure the profitability of the company.
• Meeting company directors who advise on strategy and finding out about any local issues and future trends.
• Dealing with disciplinary matters and customer complaints.

Skills and Specifications

• Strong written and communication skills.
• Knowledge of financial and business strategies.
• Good managerial and decision-making skills.
• Ability to coordinate and manage people.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in travelling related area or any other subject with interest in business and financial concepts.
• 3 to 5 years previous work experience in any travel related industry is compulsory.

Qualifying candidates should send their application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae to recruitment@odumont.com  before COB 15th July 2013.

Travel and Tours Marketing Executive Job in Kenya

Travel and Tours Marketing Executive
 

A young and dynamic candidate is needed to fill the position of a marketing executive in the tour industry.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with the senior manager to help in planning and executing of marketing plan 2013-2014
• Create & assemble new travel package products 
• Handle all offline sales, and create sales opportunities with potential partners
• Handle multiple properties incoming reservation requests, telephone and email inquiries accurately and efficiently
• Process reservations accurately and efficiently by transferring guest data from various extranet and global distribution sites
• Safeguard customer satisfaction, provide customer feedback where received
• Monitor quality of services provided by internal and external suppliers and take corrective actions where necessary
• Process visas, travel and accommodation available and confirm to customer

Education and Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in travelling and tourism related area or any other subject with business administration and /or marketing
• 1 years experience in marketing.
• Experience in travel industry preferred.
• Strong interpersonal presence, able to work both independently and as a team.
• Familiar with online booking systems.
• Good telephone communication skills
• Skilled in computer operation and time management

Qualifying candidates should send their application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae to recruitment@odumont.com  before COB 15th July 2013.

Tour Consultants Jobs in Kenya

Tour Consultants (2 Posts)

• Diploma in Tours & Travel ( IATA)
• At least 2 years experience in Tour Consultancy or Ticketing
• Male/Female
• Age 20-30 years
• Job location is Nairobi City Centre
• Salary is 25-30k pm
• Ability to handle clients professionally

Applications to be sent to: itus@kentrain.co.ke and mainamaina83@yahoo.com  Indicating Job Title by 25th May 2013.

French Speaking Safari Company Seeking Tour Consultant

We are a medium sized French owned company based in Karen, Nairobi, with over 15 years of professional experience across the East Africa Region, offering a wide range of tours and safaris.

We are looking for a qualified and experienced individual for the position of a Tour Consultant / Sales Representative

Main responsibilities:

• Responsible for handling direct sales (answer clients, do quotes, send itineraries)
• Organize logistics for tours
• Ensuring deadlines and quality targets are adhered to
• Help in booking of hotels / lodges / flights (making bookings, printing vouchers…etc)
• Maintain existing relationships and identify & develop new business

Qualifications:

• Fluent in French (a must)
• Minimum 1 year experience in Tours and Safaris
• Good knowledge of Kenya and Tanzania circuits
• Diploma in Tours and Travel
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Proven ability to provide professional advice
• Ability to cope with constructive remarks and work under pressure.

Candidates meeting this qualification can send their resumes (in French) as well as all educational testimonials to tourism746@yahoo.com
 

Only short listed applicants will be called for interview.

Travel & Tour Agency - Tour Consultant and Accountant

A well-established IATA Travel & Tour Agency requires:-

1. A Tour Consultant

With at least 2 years experience with a reputable KATO member.

2. An Accountant

With at least 2 years of experience preferably in the tourism industry.

Please send your detailed CV including experience, three references, and current remuneration before the 15th of June 2012 to:

DNA / 1303

P.O. Box 49010,

Nairobi.

Kenya Tourist Board - Director of Marketing Job in Kenya

Director of Marketing

Job Ref. MN 5339

Our client, Kenya Tourist Board (KTB) wishes to recruit a Director of Marketing.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the purpose of this position is to provide strategic direction and leadership in the management of Kenya Tourist Board’s marketing function and entrench Kenya as the preferred tourist destination both locally and internationally; with a view to optimize the contribution of the tourism sector to the national economy. 

The appointment will be on a 3 year renewable contract based on performance.

Job Profile

• Provide leadership and direction to the development of KTB’s marketing strategies, mission and vision;
• Provide strategic direction in the development of the implementation framework for the marketing function;
• Develop, implement and review marketing policies, strategies and systems to ensure that KTB’s marketing human capital has optimal competencies and capabilities;
• Oversee the co-relation of KTB’s marketing investments with performance improvements, increased outputs and return on investments;
• Increase inter departmental I units collaboration and galvanize colleagues towards a common cohesive strategic direction;
• Ensure the promotion of a positive image of Kenya globally and facilitate the resolution of conflicts within the industry;
• Ensure full implementation of the Quality Management System within the Marketing department;
• Enhance stakeholder engagements, participation and collaborations for increased productivity;
• Prepare and manage the Marketing budget;
• Ensure timely and efficient implementation of Marketing strategy and Annual Work Plan (AWP) and ensure that departmental performance targets are set and achieved.
• Inculcate a culture of continuous learning and performance improvements and a focus on achievement of results by enhancing the teams’ capacities and capabilities.
• Spearhead innovative and creative marketing concepts and tools.
• Develop a framework for monitoring and evaluating performance of the tourism sector.

Person Profile

• Masters Degree in - Business Administration, Marketing, Strategic Management or related field
• Bachelors degree in - Marketing, Strategic Management or related field
• Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing; CIM, Tourism Management or in a relevant field.
• Membership to a professional marketing body.
• At least 10 years marketing experience in a large marketing organization, 6 years of which should be in a senior marketing position.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Team playing skills;
• Strong leadership and management skills; and
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Please disclose your current gross monthly salary. Failure to disclose current salary could disqualify your application. 

Send your application by email so as to reach us by 12 Noon, 21st May, 2012 to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com. 

Limit email to maximum 3 pages A4 size CV and no attachments.