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MERCY WAIRIMU MWAURA

Nairobi

Summary

Customer-oriented Reservation Agent with over eights (8) years of experience in Tourism Industry. Hardworking with excellent telephone sales skills. Works to answer all guests questions via phone or email to reach positive outcomes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Reservations

Savage Wilderness
01.2014 - Current
  • Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Checking all up-coming trips
  • Checking and answering all e -mail enquiries
  • Answering phone and taking bookings
  • Adapting itineraries to clients needs
  • Making follow ups, with all client enquiries
  • Visit travel agencies, schools, corporate businesses and hotels to leave information of adventures on offers
  • Organize transport required for all of trips going out
  • Organize menus required for all trips going out and please have this signed off by operations manager
  • Maintain good stock check of all food in store and if needed, make order necessary
  • Keeping office area clean and tidy
  • Passing information to all persons that work in office
  • File all reports from trip leaders and managers at end of each trip
  • Maintain spread sheet of all comments and feedback that are received from clients
  • Maintain a detailed database of all the clients that participate in our adventures
  • Attend any travel shows and other promotional opportunities that may arise in Nairobi.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.

Receptionist

Savage Wilderness
07.2012 - 01.2014

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Advising clients of the rules of the camp
  • Billing the clients
  • Ensuring that the bar had enough products for the clients
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
  • Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
  • Maintained visitor log for entering and leaving facility for security purposes.
  • Facilitated clear communication between staff members by distributing memos and announcements in a timely manner.

Education

Diploma in Travel and Tourism Consultant Course (IATA) -

Nairobi Aviation College
09.2015

Diploma in Travel and Tourism Foundation Level -

Nairobi Aviation College
10.2010

Certificate in Computer Applications -

Compuera Training College
06.2009

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

Gathirimu Girls High School
01.2008

Skills

  • Ability to pay attention to detail and report accurately
  • Integrity, commitment to service and respect for diversity
  • Ability to think creatively and innovative approach to problem-solving
  • Skilled in computer software and operating systems
  • Able to exceed customer expectations with product knowledge & expertise
  • Skilled in public creation, awareness and execution of public relation strategies
  • Customer Service

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 1990
  • Marital Status: Single

References

References available upon request

Hobbies and Interests

Community works and outdoor activities

Timeline

Head of Reservations

Savage Wilderness
01.2014 - Current

Receptionist

Savage Wilderness
07.2012 - 01.2014

Diploma in Travel and Tourism Consultant Course (IATA) -

Nairobi Aviation College

Diploma in Travel and Tourism Foundation Level -

Nairobi Aviation College

Certificate in Computer Applications -

Compuera Training College

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

Gathirimu Girls High School
MERCY WAIRIMU MWAURA