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If you have fallen in love with Africa
and want to find a job so you can stay longer, there are plenty
of opportunities. Africa is not lacking in unskilled labour, so
most jobs that are open to foreigners usually require a skill
or a university degree. Working in a developing country is also
fun and rewarding. Whilst in Africa, working as a volunteer is
a great way to be a responsible tourist and make a positive contribution
to the local communities. If you volunteer in Africa it’s
also an ideal opportunity to fully immerse yourself in African
culture and get to know the continent on a far more intimate level.
In order to volunteer in Africa the vast majority of projects
don’t require volunteers to have any specific skills or qualifications
– simply plenty of energy and enthusiasm.
If you volunteer in Africa with wildlife you can get close to
an incredible range of animals – from lions in Kenya’s
Masai Mara game reserve to Mountain Gorillas in Uganda's Bwindi
Impenetrable Forest! The other main Africa volunteer option is
to help care for disadvantaged people and there are also many
opportunities – from helping to care for AIDS orphans to
teaching in schools. There are also many active conservation projects
within which you may actively participate.
If you are looking for work in Africa, whether it be Voluntary,
Travel, Hotel & Hospitality, Tourism, Game Wardens or Rangers,
Conservation and so on, then we suggest you make contact with
us and we may just connect you with your dream job. So, DO NOT
hesitate to Contact Us>>> |
| Professional
Paid Travel Jobs in AfriChoice! Group |
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These vacancies are available
directly from AfriChoice Group and are available for
immediate occupation. AfriChoice Group is an equal
opportunity employer and committed to provide a working
and social environment in which the rights and dignity
of all its members are respected, and which is free
from discrimination, prejudice, intimidation and all
forms of palce of
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work harassment. This Policy means
that all employees of AfriChoice Group have the right to
work in an environment free from discrimination, prejudice
and all forms of harassment. Following are the positions
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(A) SENIOR
INBOUND TRAVEL CONSULTANT(S) - Africa
Travel
· Location: Nairobi
Based
· Reference: ACK071130-002B
· No. of Positions: 3 (Three)
· Country: Kenya
· Employer Type: Tour Operator and DMC
· Salary: Negotiable
Job Description:
AfriChoice! Tours & Travel Ltd. is an African inbound
tour operator and online marketing destination management
company looking for experienced senior travel consultants.
This is an excellent opportunity to work for a progressive
travel company that can offer an excellent career path.
We are based in Nairobi, Kenya. Your task will be to handle
client's reservations, liaise with service providers,
close the deal, provide accurate costs, get the clients
deposit and finalise all their travel arrangements.
Skills/Requirements:
- An advanced diploma from a recognized training institution
- Minimum of 5 years travel consultant experience
- Be able to navigate websites quickly and find required
information
- Have an excellent knowledge of African geography, especially
East Africa
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook (Webdesign
will be a real plus)
- Strong numerical ability for calculating costs
- Have the necessary writing & sales skills to close
a sale via phone / internet
- Have a good telephone manner and strong communication
skills
- Be able to work under pressure, sometimes for long
- Possess excellent organisational skills and be able
to multi-task
- Have the ability to work well as part of a team
(B) SENIOR
TRAVEL MARKETING EXECUTIVE(S) - African
Safaris
· Location: Nairobi
Based
· Reference: ACK071210-008A
· No. of Positions: 2 (Two)
· Country: Kenya (with Possibility of Being
Based Abroad)
· Employer Type: Tour Operator and DMC
· Salary: Negotiable
Job Description:
Candidates are required to have the following traits:
- Ability to work closely with other departments in Tour
Company setup
- Good people skills and must be very bold and outgoing
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure within strict deadlines
- Ability to manage own time and staff and to plan activities
- Ability to work with limited resources
- Prepared to travel long distance (largely abroad) to
attend travel trade fairs
Skills/Requirements:
- A degree from a recognized university
- True marketing & sales
training and experience
- Tourism marketing – internal, local, regional and
international
- Computer skills – graphics programmes a definite
advantage
- Website maintenance experience is a real plus
- Basic budgeting and budget management
- Strategic marketing planning
- Corporate Identity and Branding knowledge
- Brochure & promotional material co-ordination
- Travel and Hospitality Advertising experience
- Client relations management
(C) CORPORATE
SALES & MARKETING EXECUTIVE - Car
Rental
· Location: Nairobi
Based
· Reference: ACK080131-005E
· No. of Positions: 1 (One)
· Country: Kenya (Specifically Nairobi Resident)
· Employer Type: AfriChoice, Car Hire Division
· Salary: Attractive
AfriChoice! Car Hire is one of the
most successful vehicle rental companies in Kenya today!!!
We aim to be the No. 1 in vehicle rental in Kenya by year
2015. We supply current year car models and have a reputation
for providing a quality car rental service. Learn
More >>>
Work Environment / Job Description
Due to our continued expansion, we are looking for friendly,
outgoing and motivated individuals to work as Corporate
Sales Support Executive in our busy Nairobi-based Head
Office. You will be part of a friendly team that is striving
to offer the highest levels of customer service. The role
is a full time sales support role which will include administrating
of daily sales functions as well as collation of various
reports. The candidate will also be involved in assisting
with marketing campaigns for generating new business leads
and company awareness. The role will also involves dealing
with customers both face to face and on the telephone
with some administration work involved. We are looking
for a professional solution based sales person, a go-getter
and new business winner.
Main Skills / Requirements
MUST have a degree from a recognized university (Preferably
marketing-related)
Show a natural ability and desire to want to develop their
sales involvement as a core function over a 6 -12 month
period
Possess strong computer literacy and be able to manage
and operate windows applications such as word, excel and
PowerPoint and be able to create adhoc reports as required.
Make sales through 'cold call' telephone techniques as
well as managing and closing business leads that come
into the department via telephone enquiries
To demonstrate their sales and administrative experience
during the interview process
The role would suit someone who is target driven, motivated,
able to think laterally from a marketing and sales perspective
and who enjoys a challenging yet team driven company environment
in a young, dynamic and succesfull company.
Minor Office Roles will include:
Liaising with corporate customers over vehicle orders
Ordering vehicles with suppliers
Managing corporate customers contracts and vehicle schedules
Managing vehicle deliveries and collections
Providing support to the department including the Group
Marketing Director
Answering calls to customers and answering general enquiries
Financial accounting knowledge will be a real plus
Salary Renumeration Package
This position offers a competitive salary package (includes
overtime, bonuses and an excellent pension scheme), free
uniform and ongoing training. The
job is very diverse and the successful candidate will
enjoy working in a fast paced, ever changing environment
and have the ability to deal with clients face to face
and via phone, email etc. A full, clean drivers license
and references are essential.
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| Travel
Reseller Opportunities with AfriChoice! Group |
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At AfriChoice!
we are willing to discover more opportunities to expand
our business. One of the reasons behind our success
is that we are not averse to exploit the unexplored
avenues. Forging strategic partnership with diverse
businesses, from travel related businesses to non-travel
related businesses is the area in which we are very
interested. This has been |
possible as a result of our innovative
marketing techniques, comprehensive tour packages and efficient
customer support services. After forming an alliance with
us, you, the partner will take advantage of AfriChoice!
quality product lines, rich database and novel travel ideas,
among a host of other benefits. Learn
More>
AfriChoice! Travel Distribution network is organized through
Value Added Resellers (VARs). This is our SELLDirect
program that is easy to join. You will be responsible for
distribution of AfriChoice! Travel Products to end-users
or you can build your own network of resellers. We at AfriChoice!
Group are aware of the importance of these relationships
and that's why we are putting all of our efforts in developing
the superior services and products for our exisiting and
new partners. Learn more>>> |
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Opportunities: Conservation Projects |
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| Going on safari is one of
the highlights of a trip to sub-Saharan Africa. The
reason wildlife still abounds in countries like Kenya,
Tanzania, Botswana and South Africa is because of
the sheer hard work and determination by conservationists.
When you're on safari you can't help feeling inspired
by the dedication of your trackers and guides to preserving
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beauty of the wildlife parks and reserves in Africa are
also a big draw for people wanting to stay and work there.
In order to get a paid conservation job in Africa you will
have to be highly qualified. You should also be motivated
to help train local people in your job so that when you
leave, your work will be sustainable. AfricanConservation.org
lists many conservation jobs throughout Africa, many are
paid but some are also volunteer. Among other institutions
that offer volunteer opportunity in Africa include United
Nations Environmental Program (UNEP) offers several
positions at the management and policy level of environmental
projects. Most of the paid positions offered in Africa are
based in Nairobi (Kenya).
Frontier
is a British based organization that specializes in conservation
and development jobs. Blue Ventures
work in Madagascar and offer various jobs in the field
which will at least cover your flights and expenses once
you're there. Blue Ventures concentrates on marine conservation
and most jobs require diving experience and certification.
World
Wildlife Fund (WWF) sponsors and runs many
projects throughout Africa. The jobs listed are based
throughout the world, so browse through to find any jobs
available in Africa. Finally, the Jane
Goodall Institute has positions available in
Africa to further the survival chances of chimpanzees.
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Opportunities: Conservation Projects |
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For those looking
for volunteer work in Africa there are plenty of opportunities
available. Volunteer work / programs give you is a
unique opportunity to make a real difference in the
world. Most of the volunteer jobs require the participant
to pay program fees as well as travel costs. Most
short-term volunteer jobs will not pay. You are usually
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which would cover your flights, accommodation
and food. Volunteering means something different to almost
every organization you come across. Some agencies will cover
your flight and cost of living while you are working and
some are true "volunteer" projects and expect
you to cover all costs for the privilege of the experience.
If you are looking for a more meaningful way to spend a
few months in Africa than simply traveling around, volunteering
is a wonderful way to spend your time. Most jobs that last
less than a year or so are going to be the ones you have
to pay for. Jobs that require a commitment of more than
a year will often offer a basic stipend to cover some of
your costs.
Here are additional organizations involved with volunteer
work in Africa. However, please note that these organizations
require participant to pay program fees as well as travel
costs.
Conservation
Africa is a British based organization that offers
conservation volunteer projects throughout Southern Africa.
As well as offering many opportunities to get involved
with major wildlife reserves in Southern Africa, there's
also a compelling 2 week game ranger course.
Ecovolunteer.org
offers volunteer opportunities in Cameroon to work with
elephants, in Zimbabwe to work with wild dogs and Swaziland
to work with rhinos. You pay for flights and program fees.
The
Earthwatch Institute offers expeditions all over
Africa to help scientists and conservationists with their
research. You can help survey the coastal ecology of the
Seychelles; work with cheetahs and their race against
extinction in Namibia; Find out how the Samburu people
of Kenya traditionally use plants as medicine; and much
more.
Volunteer
Africa: A volunteer organization combining many
years of experience with 21st Century technology VolunteerAfrica
is now recruiting and supporting volunteers through internet
based resources. 132 volunteers are participating in our
2007 programme from all over the world including Denmark,
Brazil, Mexico, Ireland, Canada, US, UK, Australia, New
Zealand, Malaysia and Hong Kong. Volunteers come from
all walks of life and ages.
I-to-I,
is a UK based volunteer organization that offers excellent
volunteer travel opportunities to Africa. I-to-I is globally
recognised responsible / volunteer travel organisation,
placing over 6,000 volunteers travelles on projects to
assist in the development of overseas local communities
all over the world. They provide fulfilling and life-changing
travel experiences to anyone with a desire to get out
there and make a difference for the better. However, volunteer
organizations try and cut down on costs as much as possible.
Many people who choose to volunteer can often raise funds
in their own communities to help cover the costs of the
trip. For more information, DO NOT hesitate to Contact
Us!
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