I am looking to better myself and to engage with new challenges, I am a talented, ambitious and hardworking individual, I use a creative approach to problem solving, I am a dependable person who is great at time management, I am always energetic and eager to learn new skills, I have experience working as part of a team and individually, I am always coming up with innovative ideas, I am a self-motivated person, I am very organized, I am Reliable, I have a good sense of humor, I am always on time, I will go the extra mile to achieve all my tasks, A key strength is communication; building strong relationships with people in order to deliver the best results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
32
32
years of post-secondary education
Work History
AUPAIR
Private
03.2015 - 11.2015
Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Taught children everyday skills and language.
Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Kept children's areas neat and clean.
Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
TRAVEL CONSULTANT
PENTRAVEL
12.2015 - 12.2015
(JOB SHADOWED FOR 3 WEEKS)
Working on systems that gave me a brief understanding of how things are done in the travel industry
Learning more about destinations
Worked on Amadeus
JUNIOR EVENTS COORDINATOR
EFFERVESCENTS
03.2016 - 07.2016
Managed company schedule to coordinate calendar in order to arrange events
Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
Inventoried and ordered office supplies to maintain availability of products.
Attended external events
Planning of events
Quoting customers for events they needed us to attend
TRAVEL CONSULTANT
ERM TOURS
08.2016 - 09.2017
Research, explore and study different travel destination options
Research destination and travel prices, customs, weather conditions, reviews etc.
Research and study clients’ specifications and wishes
Suggest suitable travel options that best suite clients' needs
Plan and organize travels
Book tickets, reserve accommodation, organize rental transportation
Inform clients and provide useful travel material such as guides, maps and event programs
Collect deposits and balances
Offer and promote different services and offerings
Keep learning about latest industry trends
Attend webinars, conferences and other educational programs
Build and maintain relationships with clients
TOUR CONSULTANT
AKILANGA
10.2017 - 05.2020
Research various destinations and means of travel regarding prices, customs, weather conditions, reviews etc.
Diagnose the clients’ specifications and wishes and suggest suitable travel packages or services
Organize travels from beginning to end, through booking tickets and accommodation, securing rental transportation etc.
Supply travelers with pertinent information and useful travel/holiday material (guides, maps, event programs etc)
Collect deposits and balances
Use promotional techniques and prepare promotional materials to sell itinerary tour packages
Handle unforeseen problems and complaints and determine eligibility for money returns
Attend conferences to maintain familiarity with tourism trends
Create and update electronic records of clients
Maintain relationships with key persons
Keep financial statements and documents
Reach the revenue and profit targets
Administrator
MDB EDU CENTRE
01.2021 - 06.2021
Develop work schedules for staff and physicians.
Manage facility finances.
Manage patient fees and billing.
Improve facility efficiency and quality.
Ensure that the facility complies with all laws and regulations.
Communicate with physicians and nurses.
Present investor meetings and meet with governing boards.
Monitor budgets and spending.
Managing facility bookings
GENERAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
THE SILVER FLAIR
10.2021 - 01.2022
Organize office and assist associates in ways that optimize procedures
Sort and distribute communications in a timely manner
Create and update records ensuring accuracy and validity of information
Schedule and plan meetings and appointments
Monitor level of supplies and handle shortages
Resolve office-related malfunctions and respond to requests or issues
Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with established policies
Maintain trusting relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues
Perform receptionist duties when needed
SCHEDULED TOURS COORDINATOR
WILD EYE DESTINATIONS & PHOTOGRAPHY
01.2022 - Current
Addressed unforeseen challenges during trips by coordinating alternative arrangements or providing support as needed.
Informed clients of travel policies and utilized preferred vendors to maximize company profits
Organized group tours, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish for all participants.
Managed complex itineraries for multi-city trips, balancing client preferences with logistical constraints.
Built strong relationships with clients through exceptional communication and personalized service.
Organized trips for individual, family and business travelers.
Updated and maintained customer databases to increase customer retention.
Developed loyal clientele base due to excellent listening and research skills and keen understanding of travel budgets.
Helped customers with passport and visa applications.
Collected, handled and documented payments for travel services and associated feels.
Handled sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Administered customer surveys to measure satisfaction with services and better understand desires and expectations.
Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
Recommended travel insurance plans to customers to reduce uncertainty and risk of financial loss.
Worked closely with clients to understand unique needs and meet specific travel desires.
Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
Maintained and updated corporate traveler profiles with current information.
Advised clients on visa, passport and security requirements relating to destinations and confirmed flight details for each reservation.
Exceeded customer service satisfaction standards by understanding and anticipating clients' expectations.
Followed up with customers to increase customer service with travel plans.