Kruger Shalati: An iconic and unique product set to be created in the heart of Kruger National Park. The very first visitors to Kruger National park entered by train which was parked on the exact same spot where our experience will await guests: The Selati bridge, adjacent to Skukuza camp. Kruger’s first warden, James Steven-Hamilton welcomed his visitors nearly 100 years ago where they dined in the bush in a make-shift Boma complete with Piano playing next to the firepit while rangers made sure any hungry predators stayed at bay while the guest enjoyed the experience. At night they would retract back into the train where they slept before the train moved onto its next destination the next day.

As part of our community skills development initiatives, we are looking to appoint a vibrant, energetic graduate/intern (Internship Programme) with a National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration/ Public Administration or related industry for a period of 12 months.

Location: Kruger Shalati – Skukuza, Mpumalanga

Duties:

• Assist in coordinating office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance with company policies;
• Assist in keeping stock of office supplies and place orders when necessary;
• Manage agendas/travel arrangements/appointments etc. for management;
• Manage phone calls and correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages etc.);
• Assist with the filing requirements;
• Support budgeting and bookkeeping procedures;
• Create and update assigned records and databases;
• Track stocks of office supplies and place orders when necessary;
• Assist colleagues whenever necessary;

Requirements:

• National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration/ Public Administration etc;
• South African Citizen between 18 – 35 years;
• Be available immediately and reside within proximity;
• Good organizational skills with high attention to detail;
• Good oral and written communication skills as well as good email etiquette;
• Good general computer and internet literacy, e.g. MS Office applications, Dropbox, Google docs;
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Other South African or foreign language skills advantageous;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment that requires quick reaction and decision-making;
• Ability to remain strictly confidential;
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to meet tight deadlines;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and/or assignments simultaneously;
• Team player with a proactive, positive mindset;

Notes about this position:

• This is a paid internship for a set period of 12 months.
• The candidate will be required to be in the office in Skukuza from Monday – Friday.
• Housing will unfortunately not be provided.
• Only apply if you qualify for this role based on the criteria

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to submit a certified copy of their qualifications, ID Copy with a detailed CV to athini@hrignite.co.za

Closing Date: 14 June 2019

Should you not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Job description
Thebe Corridors Company (TCC), a new Thebe Tourism Group company is seeking an admin assistant to assist the management team.  The candidate will primarily be involved with the first product under the TCC umbrella: Kruger Shalati. This new and unique tourism product consisting of an accommodation product as well as a F&B/edutainment hub is situated in one of the world’s most iconic parks: Kruger National Park.   

We’re on the hunt for a phenomenal Assistant, someone with exceptional admin skills who pays fantastic attention to detail while managing diaries, co-ordinating office needs and support the staff in general.

The duties include providing secretarial support, general administration, office management and co-ordination of services to the Management team. Co-ordinate written correspondence, including the drafting of emails, typing of letters, reports and presentations, as well as the organisation of general post.

The candidate will need to set up weekly meetings and provide accurate minute-taking as well as to manage the general diary management and liaison which includes day-to-day co-ordination with the departments within the organisation. The job includes general office and filing, ensuring the office remains tidy and that information remains confidential.

A friendly and positive attitude, proactive approach and willingness to go the extra mile are qualities we seek in the successful candidate.

Responsibilities
Offer sales support to admin office, specifically the concession General Manager; Finance manager and hotel manager.

Travel arrangements including but not limited to:

• Booking guides/activities/transport
• flights Administration
• Loading invoices

Excellent administration and organisational skills:

• Proven track record of strong minute taking skills is essential
• Strong organisational and coordination skills with good attention to details and the ability to capture data accurately
• Flexible, adaptable with a commitment for learning and a willingness to grow:

Comfortable working in a fast paced and challenging environment in order to design and implement administrative systems and best practices

• A proven track record of working well under pressure with the ability to meet tight deadlines and manage conflicting priorities
• A thirst for knowledge with the ability to ‘learn-on-their-feet’

A Brand Ambassador: an eloquent, presentable and self-driven person with a passion for the hospitality or travel industry and the ability to handle public enquires in a proactive, alert, engaged and energised manner.

The ideal candidate should be patient, committed and show initiative.

Requirements

• Grade 12/NQF Level 4
• Secretarial or corporate communication qualification advantageous
• experience in similar position
• MS Office Suite
• Exposure to head-office or operational/project management related administration is advantageous
• Understanding the hospitality industry will be advantageous

Other

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Able to communicate well with cross-functional and multi-cultural teams
• Administration competence
• Able to multi-task
• Able to work accurately under pressure
• Organised
• English competency non-negotiable
• Friendly
• Time management

To apply for the position, please forward a motivational letter, an updated CV with a picture of yourself and specifying the position you are applying for to jobs@krugershalati.com

**Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.
Should you not hear from us – please consider your application unsuccessful.

Thebe Corridors Company/Kruger Shalati reserves the right not to fill the position, to postpone or re-advertise the role.

Preference will be given to Kruger Land Claim beneficiaries.

Job description
Thebe Corridors Company (TCC), a new Thebe Tourism Group company is seeking a Sales and Marketing Manager. The candidate will primarily be involved with the first product under the TCC umbrella: Kruger Shalati. This new and unique tourism product consisting of an accommodation product (Kruger Shalati: The Train on the Bridge) as well as a F&B/edutainment hub (Kruger Station) and is situated in one of the world’s most iconic parks: Kruger National Park.   

The Sales and Marketing Manager we seek will have strategic brand vision, sales and distribution strength. We require a candidate who pays attention to detail while seeing the bigger picture, leads and supports the marketing and sales teams.

A friendly and positive attitude, proactive approach and willingness to go the extra mile are qualities we seek in the successful candidate.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in communications, public relations, marketing or similar
• Advanced computer skills
• Graphic design and/or copywriting skills advantageous

Work experience

• Three-five years’ experience in a related field
• Relationships within the tourism trade
• Delivering on goals set in company strategy
• Setting marketing strategies and related budgets
• Experience in sales driving reservations for a luxury tourism product
• Strong relationships with local and/or international media contacts and trade representatives
• Technology integration into tourism product advantageous
• Brand awareness including driving consumer and b2b campaigns
• Event management
• Experience in content strategies and roll out into online and social platforms

Other

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Deadline driven with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks
• Detail oriented and meticulous
• Highly productive, without compromising on quality and accuracy
• Thrive under pressure
• A relationship builder by nature
• Open-minded and intuitive
• Highly self-motivated and self-directed
• Confident to make considered decisions and stand by them
• Curious and passionate about our industry, constantly seeking out new trends and ideas on how to enhance our guests experience
• Sophisticated with a keen eye for detail
• Collaborative
• Have a flexible approach to working hours, thought processes, systems and product

Main duties and responsibilities

• Developing and overseeing of the marketing and sales strategies
• Creating awareness of the new products, resulting in reservations
• Together with the marketing team, manage the implementation of the brand strategy, driving PR/media exposure while ensuring effective communication
• Maintaining effective media exposure globally through the assistance of our appointed PR agency and within a content calendar
• Manage and support media trips for all domestic and international media/influencers/writers etc.
• Driving the company’s profile in online and offline channels worldwide
• Formulating and drawing up holding statements if needed
• Management of external agencies
• Provide monthly reporting
• Travel required to the various tradeshows and roadshows – international and local
• Be prepared and willing to perform tasks outside the given job description when asked from time to time

Requirements

• Leadership skills
• Well presented
• Strong presentation skills
• Marketing experience
• Engaging
• Organised
• Friendly
• Professional
• Strong communication skills
• Time management
• Administrative
• Quality assurance
• Teamwork

To apply for the position, please forward a motivational letter, an updated CV with a picture of yourself and specifying the position you are applying for to jobs@krugershalati.com

**Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.
Should you not hear from us– please consider your application unsuccessful.
Thebe Corridors Company/Kruger Shalati reserves the right not to fill the position, to postpone or re-advertise the role.
Preference will be given to Kruger Land Claim beneficiaries.