Account Manager

SATSA; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Destination Management Company is seeking an Account Manager based in Cape Town or Johannesburg, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a zest for life and travel, and must be willing to travel extensively. Responsibilities include managing key clients, designing programs, maintaining client relations, and ensuring high-quality services. A University Degree or Higher Diploma is required, alongside a valid driver’s license and 1-2 years of work experience. The role offers a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Expense coverage for meals, accommodation, flights, transfers

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of working experience in any industry, with tourism/travel being a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with a minimum of 8 years.
• Excitement to explore Africa and travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Design programs for existing and new clients.
• Maintain constant contact with clients and agencies.
• Ensure good relations with clients and agencies.
• Compile and book all services based on itineraries.
• Travel for on-site inspections or programs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Ability to travel extensively

Energetic and driven

Education

University Degree or Higher Diploma

Job description

Position: Account Manager (Tourism/Travel)

Type: Remote/Hybrid

Location: Cape Town or Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary Offered: R30‑R40kpm – Negotiable based on Experience.

Our client is specifically looking for an Account Manager – the main criteria are personality, zest for life & travel: inquisitive by nature, thirst for knowledge and adventure. The role requires the ability to travel extensively with groups; full training will be provided, and the successful candidate will act as 2‑IC under a mentor.

Manage and travel with the largest and most prestigious clients from around the globe that are key to the success of the organisation. Our client is a leading Destination Management Company (DMC) focused on Southern and East Africa, with incoming tourism from all over the world. Clients receive a top‑quality level of service resulting in an exceptional travel experience. All expenses (meals, accommodation, flights, transfers, etc.) are covered by the hiring company.

Qualifications and Experience

• University Degree or Higher Diploma.
• Valid driver’s licence (minimum 8).
• Minimum of 1–2 years of working experience (any industry; Travel/Tourism is an advantage).
• Must be able to travel extensively and be excited to explore Africa.
• Energetic, driven, and ready to take on this exciting opportunity.
• Highly organised with attention to detail.
• Knowledge and experience in MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word).

Main KPAs

• Design programmes for existing and new clients.
• Maintain constant contact with clients and agencies.
• Ensure and maintain good relations with clients and agencies.
• Brainstorm ideas based on given briefs and budgets.
• Complete cost analyses, grids, detailed proposals, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Travel for on‑site inspections or programmes (on average 1–2 weeks in every 4 weeks during season).
• Compile and book all services based on itineraries.
• Source relevant information such as room‑gifts, amendments, re‑costs, and additions.
• Travel with groups and assist with on‑site coordination.
• Ensure contracts are drawn up between the company and client.
• Maintain and increase gross profits on programmes.
• Attend all weekly and status meetings.

Please email your CV and qualifications to [e-mail] and/or [e-mail].

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