Adventure Tourism Coordinator

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Staff discounts on tours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Adventure Tourism Coordinator to design and manage exciting experiences in the Paarl region. The role focuses on curating unique adventure offerings, building strong partnerships with local operators, and ensuring safety protocols are followed to deliver memorable customer experiences.

The ideal candidate will have experience in tourism operations, a solid understanding of Paarl’s adventure activities, and excellent organizational and communication skills

Qualifications

• Previous experience in tourism operations, adventure tourism, or event coordination.
• Strong knowledge of the Paarl region and its adventure tourism offerings is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and logistical management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and partners.
• Knowledge of safety management systems and risk assessment in an outdoor context.
• Passion for adventure, the outdoors, and delivering high-quality customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and market innovative adventure tourism packages and itineraries.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with local adventure activity providers, accommodation, and transport partners.
• Ensure all tour operations comply with safety regulations, risk management standards, and tourism industry best practices.
• Coordinate logistics for tours and activities, including bookings, scheduling, and client communications.
• Provide exceptional customer service, handling inquiries and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Contribute to marketing efforts by creating engaging content and participating in promotional activities.

Skills

Tourism operations

Adventure knowledge

Customer service

Safety management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Adventure Tourism Coordinator to develop and manage exciting tourism packages and experiences in and around the scenic Paarl region. This role involves curating unique adventure offerings, managing partnerships with local operators, ensuring safety protocols, and providing exceptional customer service to travelers. You will be instrumental in showcasing the rich adventure potential of the area, contributing to the growth of the local tourism industry. This position is ideal for an individual passionate about the outdoors, experienced in tourism operations, and skilled in creating memorable experiences for visitors seeking adventure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and market innovative adventure tourism packages and itineraries.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with local adventure activity providers, accommodation, and transport partners.
• Ensure all tour operations comply with safety regulations, risk management standards, and tourism industry best practices.
• Coordinate logistics for tours and activities, including bookings, scheduling, and client communications.
• Provide exceptional customer service, handling inquiries and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Contribute to marketing efforts by creating engaging content and participating in promotional activities.

Requirements

• Previous experience in tourism operations, adventure tourism, or event coordination.
• Strong knowledge of the Paarl region and its adventure tourism offerings is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and logistical management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and partners.
• Knowledge of safety management systems and risk assessment in an outdoor context.
• Passion for adventure, the outdoors, and delivering high-quality customer experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities to experience and promote local adventure activities.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement plan.
• Generous staff discounts on tours and travel.
• A dynamic work environment in a beautiful and adventurous region.