German speaking MICE Consultant - Atlantic Seaboard Verfied

Salary Negotiable Atlantic Seaboard, Western Cape Atlantic Seaboard, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 30-04-2019 8:02:53 AM
25-06-2019 8:02:53 AM
Looking for a German speaking MICE Consultant for Destination Management Company

Prepare Budgets and Itineraries from A to Z for MICE groups
Operational handling from A to Z of groups and inbound incentives in South & Southern Africa, guided within the 01st year
Preparing proposals (mainly PowerPoint and Excel)
Writing proposals and program descriptions in both German and English
Liaising with clients and suppliers, in both German and English
Negotiating with suppliers, mainly English
Reconciliation (financially) of own projects
Handling all invoices and payments regarding clients and suppliers
Research suitable services for MICE
Familiarising with products used for MICE groups

Requirements:
German (first language)
Fluent in English and German (excellent communication skills)
Matric (is not needed, for instance if an applicant went through a hospitably apprenticeship)
Min. 1-2 year experience as Tour Consultant, Travel Agent or or MICE Consultant in South or Southern Africa
FIT experience (incl. preparation of itineraries for individual travelers and small groups)
At least 1,5 years’ experience in handling Inbound incentive groups (and MICE business) into South Africa, or ideally into Southern Africa
Good knowledge of all Southern African countries
Good supplier knowledge in the field of Group- and Incentive suppliers, at least in South Africa
Ability to work under pressure and reach deadlines
Ability to work individually - without a team leader, as company runs flat hierarchies
Interest in working in a small owner run business with high standards
South African work permit or spousal permit needed, valid for at least another 2 years
Driver’s license and own transport
Knowledge of the following computer programs: PowerPoint (ideally 3 years’ experience)
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and any other graphic programs are a bonus