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The African Thrillist is an Eco-Tours & Travel Agency that thrives in showcasing the hidden treasures of Africa through cultural excursions, unique beach experiences, wellness-centered getaways & safaris. We also operate as a DMC and take care of clients from arrival until departure, in all aspects fathomable. All our travel experiences are curated to ensure our guests visiting the motherland contribute their time, acts of service & financial support to causes that sustain the local people's lifestyles while enjoying the authenticity of the region & maintaining its true value for future generations to come!The Unique Selling Point is that every single itinerary planned for our guests directly impacts the local community being visited, the wildlife enjoyed or the physical environment economically and sustainably.My primary roles include but are not limited to:1) Conduct field research by visiting eco-friendly hidden treasures of Eastern Africa 2) Figure out logistics & pricing for our various client demographics3) Create unique travel packages/deals for low, off-shoulder, peak and high seasons4) Update these packages/deals seasonally based on sales reports and feedback5) Maintain superb relationships with stakeholders & partners6) Negotiate to the limit to ensure we are offering the best prices in the market!

We value the motherland of Africa, and ensure we protect her people & natural resources at all costs via Community Projects run by the CSR component of our mother company ~ The African Thrillist Ecotours! Current Sustainable Community Projects on Lamu Island's County:1) Plastic Free Schools ~ Vol 1. will be conducted at Lamu Girls Secondary School2) Sustainable & Durable Trash Cans to be placed strategically along the streets of Old Town3) Saving the Green via a Female-Run plastic waste collection project ~ Wanawake Gangari wa Faza Island Completed Projects:1) Multiple Food & Sanitary Pad Drives during the Covid-19 Pandemic2) Building Renovations of Seed School ~ an informal school in Kibera3) Sports Equipment Provision for candidates of 2 informal schools4) Income Generation Initiatives for abandoned & mostly underage mothers5) Supporting Angel's Centre for Abandoned Children with basic daily necessities6) Mentorship matching & support to aspiring young entrepreneurs in Kibera

• Maintained business value through extensive and consistent results tracking for 6 accounts by creating and managing project schedules, timelines, budgets and quality control of all work submitted to clients• Arranged meetings and liaised with clients to understand their requirements and monitored all stages of campaigns to guarantee their smooth running• Prepared and updated status reports on a regular basis throughout the duration of a project to keep clients and colleagues in the loop• Designed and presented new strategies and initiatives to clients using current software and marketing techniques• Collaborated with other departments’ team members to ensure smooth client’s experience• Responded to all customer queries issues and requests thoroughly • Submitted materials for clearance and legal department approval• Handled administration tasks that ensured campaigns were well-managed and organized

• Planned the Executive Team's (3 founders, based in Nairobi, London & Wellington) diaries to ensure smooth running of their schedules• Prepared all support information and presentation materials for meetings, including those of the Board of Directors and supported the Executive Team in creating the pitch-deck• Supported the Executive Team in the preparation of complex and confidential documents and presentations essential for the smooth running of a start-up company• Supported the Executive Team with research for the purposes of business development • Managed the Executive Team’s roster of contacts, and organised correspondence, including writing and responding to non-substantive emails• Organized travel and meeting arrangements weekly for 8 employees in 3 time-zones• Managed all invoicing and expenses relevant to the Executive Team• Managed general bookkeeping and project reporting• Maintained organisation charts and distribution lists• Supported the Executive Team with various ad hoc administrative tasks, such as fulfilling all reporting requirements or new staff equipment needs

• Instructed passengers on all safety and emergency procedures• Handled emergency situations: death, heart attack, bomb threats, delays, turbulence, intoxicated passengers• Ensured compliance with all Federal, State and Local regulations• Supervised the cleanliness of the aircraft and the catering team for flight provisions on board, for the safety and comfort of the passengers• Sold duty-free commercial goods and pursued sales targets• Worked independently without constant observation, as well as with others as part of a team• Produced written flight reports after completing a journey

• Assisted clients to identify achievable, realistic and meaningful life and career goals• Assessed client interests, expectations, attitudes, aptitudes, abilities, personal characteristics, achievements, and other vocationally significant areas such as work role identity, job readiness, seeking, and maintenance skills • Worked collaboratively with clients to develop a service plan on a case by case basis• Completed service needs determinations and employability assessments to determine client eligibility for workplace training and job placements• Networked with, developed and maintained effective positive relationships with learning institutions and potential employers to identify opportunities• Maintained accurate client statistics and compiled weekly reports on client deliverables and outcomes

• Facilitated communication between New South Wales headquarters & Queensland fundraising teams• Compiled and distributed weekly performance reports for 10–15 employees• Performed quality checks on information including credit card details, performance reports, cash-out sheets and donor forms• Created and delegated weekly schedules for 10–15 fundraising employees• Managed the office contact list and fostered good relations with external shareholders• Supported the Queensland Senior Fundraising Manager in day-to-day tasks• Conducted a fortnightly stock-take of all fundraising materials

• Engaged customers in activities and programs to achieve brand popularity• Represented the company and educate shoppers about new offers• Drove sales through presentations and training• Built and sustained internal & external relationships with key clients & stakeholders• Worked closely with management to administrate merchandising activities affecting brands

• Advocated for 75,000 culturally adverse students by being involved in formal events such as G20, Asia Pacific Summit, Global Cafés etc.• Documented and promoted international student life through social media channels• Spoke publicly at seminars and events, representing East Africa• Met official visiting delegates and acted as a source of information for Queensland• Supported Brisbane's Lord Mayor Graham Quirk at various events i.e. Friendship ceremonies with international students

• Served as a para-professional staff member in Commuter, Graduate and Transfer Student Programs• Functioned as a peer mentor and a resource for first year students as they adjusted to college life• Maintained weekly communication with assigned students via one-on-one lunches, email & telephone• Planned and implemented weekly programs to build personal connections with the students• Created community within Drexel's commuter, transfer and resident populations• Represented the Commuter & Transfer Student Engagement office on campus• Coordinated projects such as Commuter Intramural leagues, Car Shows and Connection Days

• Drafted basic public relations materials including news releases, media alerts, fact sheets, clientmeeting summaries, status reports and other materials as directed• Researched appropriate public relations outlets and submitted materials accordingly• Carried out special event planning activities and arrangements as outlined by the project manager• Managed social media outlets for the company as well as product promotion• Participated in project meetings, training sessions, presentations, and brainstorming sessions

• Wrote QA scripts for web development projects and conducted QA tasks.• Created and maintained technical documentation assessing the site usability.• Assisted in day-to-day development and testing of the site.

• Welcomed guests and customers by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; answering or directing inquiries• Maintained executives' appointment schedule by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel • Arranged corporate travel and meetings by developing itineraries and agendas; booked transportation, lodging and meeting accommodations• Recorded data analysis into the company's system and conducted database cleanup and backup• Conserved executives' time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information