Remote Tourism Coordinator

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission on sales

Flexible remote work

Travel opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Tourism Coordinator who will research, plan, and coordinate travel itineraries for clients worldwide, leveraging remote collaboration tools to deliver seamless experiences. As part of a globally connected team, you will liaise with tour operators, airlines, hotels, and guides, manage bookings, and stay ahead of travel trends to design attractive packages.

This role offers flexible remote work and opportunities to travel as part of professional

Qualifications

• Proven experience in tourism, travel planning, or a related field.
• Strong research, organizational, and planning skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in travel booking systems and standard office software.
• A deep understanding of global travel destinations and tourism trends.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop innovative and attractive tourism packages and itineraries.
• Coordinate bookings with airlines, hotels, transportation providers, and local guides.
• Liaise with clients to understand their travel preferences and customize itineraries accordingly.
• Manage travel logistics, including visa requirements and travel insurance coordination.
• Monitor travel trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to clients before, during, and after their trips.

Skills

Research skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Travel booking systems

Independent worker

Tools

Office software

Travel booking systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Tourism Coordinator to manage and develop tourism packages and experiences. This role involves extensive research, planning, and coordination of travel itineraries, ensuring seamless experiences for clients. As a remote position, you will leverage digital tools and excellent communication skills to liaise with tour operators, accommodation providers, and clients globally. You will play a key role in curating unique travel opportunities and ensuring the highest standards of service delivery, contributing significantly to the company's reputation for exceptional travel planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and develop innovative and attractive tourism packages and itineraries.
• Coordinate bookings with airlines, hotels, transportation providers, and local guides.
• Liaise with clients to understand their travel preferences and customize itineraries accordingly.
• Manage travel logistics, including visa requirements and travel insurance coordination.
• Monitor travel trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to clients before, during, and after their trips.

Requirements

• Proven experience in tourism, travel planning, or a related field.
• Strong research, organizational, and planning skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in travel booking systems and standard office software.
• A deep understanding of global travel destinations and tourism trends.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for commission based on package sales.
• Flexible remote work environment.
• Opportunities to travel and explore new destinations.
• Professional development in the fast-growing tourism sector.
• Be part of an innovative team shaping the future of travel.