Employment Opportunities


Do you have exceptional people skills? Are you responsible and self-motivated with a passion for Africa? Jenman African Safaris, a specialist inbound tour operator with its Head Office in Kenilworth, Cape Town is looking for qualified individuals to join its progressive travel company, offering an excellent career path for individuals seeking varied and challenging positions within a dynamic and professional environment.

 

RECEPTIONIST

Duties will include managing the switch board, assisting consultants with reservations, general admin duties and assisting the MD with general secretarial duties.

Essential Skills (non-negotiable)

  • Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken
  • Excellent computer skills - MS Office (Excel, Word), Internet and Email
  • Strong administration and organisational skills
  • Must have valid drivers licence, own transport and live in Cape Town

Ideal candidate must have strong attention to detail, excellent telephone manner, professional attitude, innovative, team player and initiative.

If you have previous experience in Travel/Tourism in a similar position and would like to join a fast paced and progressive inbound Tour Operator, please send a detailed CV with contactable references, a motivational letter, your salary expectations and availability to hr(at)remove-this.jenmansafaris.com. ( Please note that without the documents required as underlined above, your CV will NOT be considered!)

 

GUIDES AND DRIVERS

  • Must be an experienced tour guide with min FGASA 1/THETA accreditation
  • Valid code 8 or 10 license + PDP
  • 1st Aid certificate
  • Valid passport
  • DEAT registered
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Good cooking skills
  • English-speaking
  • Other languages advantageous: German/Spanish
  • Excellent knowledge of Southern African areas, cultures and surroundings

Only experienced and registered guides will be considered.

Full time & Freelance - very competitive rates

 

INTERMEDIATE TOUR CONSULTANT (GERMAN SPEAKING)

We require a German-speaking intermediate tour consultant looking for a varied and challenging growth opportunity. Our extensive product range includes Madagascar, Southern and East Africa, amongst others.

Non-negotiable requirements

  • Excellent command of English/German
  • Excellent written and spoken English
  • Outstanding computer proficiency on MS Word and MS Excel
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Target driven
  • Travel diploma or degree
  • Own transport
  • Previous travel experience (min 3-5 years)
  • Knowledge of Southern Africa

Basic salary depends on experience, and there is also potential for high commission earnings.

 

 

SALES CONSULTANT (ENGLISH SPEAKING)

We require an English-speaking Sales Consultant looking for a varied and challenging growth opportunity. Our extensive product range includes Madagascar, Southern and East Africa, amongst others.

Non-negotiable requirements

  • English: Excellent command and written ability
  • Good working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel and Internet
  • Excellent customer service skills, time management and ability to work
  • Ability to sell various East and Southern African Packages, FITs and Tailor-make Itineraries for the International Market
  • Target driven
  • Travel diploma or degree
  • Own transport
  • Sales orientated and Sales driven
  • Basic salary depends on experience, and there is also potential for high commission earnings.

Previous travel experience (min 3 - 5 years) and knowledge of Southern Africa a distinct advantage! Previous Internet based sales experience will also place you above the rest.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate wanting to excel in the tourism industry and make good money.


Remuneration

Good basic + commission - Negotiable according to experience and skills


Available

Immediately.

 

SPANISH AND DUTCH SPEAKING SALES CONSULTANT

Non-negotiable requirements

  • Spanish/English/Dutch: Excellent command and written ability
  • Good working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel and Internet
  • Excellent customer service skills, time management and ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to sell various East and Southern African Packages, FITs and Tailor-make Itineraries for the International Market
  • Translations of website/itineraries (Spanish/English)
  • Target driven
  • Sales orientated and Sales driven
  • Travel diploma or degree
  • Own transport

Previous travel experience (3 - 5 years) and knowledge of Southern Africa a distinct advantage! Previous Internet based sales experience will also place you above the rest.  This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate wanting to excel in the tourism industry and make good money 

 

Available
Immediately


Remuneration
Good basic + commission - Negotiable according to experience and skills


 

If you are interested in any of these fantastic opportunities, send your CV, certificates, contactable references, a motivational letter and salary expectations to hr@jenmansafaris.com

 

Contact Us

Click here or call us:
Within South Africa:
0861 JENMAN
(0861 536 626)
UK: 0871 720 2011
 US & Canada Toll Free:
1888 219 8162
Rest of the World:
+27 21 683 7826

 

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Tailor-made Travel in Madagascar

 

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