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  • Date posted

    May 6, 2026

  • Closing date

    May 6, 2026

  • Location

    KE Nairobi

  • Career level

    Mid Level

  • Qualification

    Bachelor Degree

  • Experience

    2–5 Years

Description

NOW HIRING: TRAVEL SPECIALIST (SPANISH SPEAKING)
Nairobi, Kenya
Permanent | Luxury Safari Travel

An exciting opportunity is available for a Spanish-speaking Travel Specialist to join a dynamic reservations team, designing and coordinating bespoke luxury safari itineraries across East Africa. This role is perfect for a passionate, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys delivering exceptional travel experiences to international clients.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design tailor-made FIT itineraries across East Africa
• Manage the full reservations process from enquiry to final travel documentation
• Communicate with international travel agents, suppliers, and guests
• Prepare accurate quotations, itineraries, and invoices
• Convert enquiries into confirmed bookings through proactive sales
• Coordinate logistics with lodges, camps, airlines, and ground teams
• Ensure all guest preferences and special requirements are captured
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, service, and turnaround times
• Stay updated on safari products, destinations, and industry trends
• Provide support to team members and assist with rotational duties (weekends/public holidays)

Personal Attributes:
• Professional, positive, and service-driven
• Strong problem-solving mindset
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Team player with high integrity
• Passion for travel, wildlife, and delivering exceptional guest experiences

Requirements

Requirements:

• 3–5 years’ experience in luxury safari reservations or tour consulting
• Diploma or degree in Tourism or related field
• Fluent in Spanish (written and verbal)
• Strong knowledge of East African destinations and safari logistics
• Experience working with international travel agents and luxury clientele
• Proficiency in reservation systems (e.g. Tourplan) and tools such as WETU
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and multitasking ability
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

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