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A vacancy exists for an experienced and polished Inbound MICE Consultant at our client’s office in the Cape Town Region. The ideal candidate will have strong destination knowledge of Southern and East Africa, a corporate mindset, and a detail-oriented approach to managing international MICE programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Design and deliver tailored MICE experiences for international corporate clients
- Liaise directly with clients and agents to understand briefings, budgets, and objectives
- Plan and quote group travel itineraries across Southern and East Africa
- Prepare compelling proposals and presentations using tools like PowerPoint and Word
- Coordinate all logistics, including flights, transfers, accommodation, activities, catering, AV, venues, branding, and entertainment
- Negotiate rates and terms with suppliers and maintain supplier relationships
- Manage on-the-ground execution of programs, including hosting, client support, and troubleshooting
- Compile final documentation such as travel packs, confirmations, itineraries, and vouchers
- Handle financials, including costing, invoicing, and reconciling supplier payments post-event
- Maintain high service standards and ensure client satisfaction at all times
Key Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in inbound travel and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions)
- Strong knowledge of Southern and East African destinations
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); foreign language proficiency is a plus
- Highly presentable and comfortable with corporate B2B client interactions
- Ability to manage high-pressure timelines, long hours, and frequent travel
- Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
- Cultural awareness and ability to relate to diverse, international client needs
Work Environment
- A tight-knit, respectful, family-like team culture
- Hybrid work arrangement (remote, with in-office collaboration once a week from December)
- Access to unique, luxurious experiences across Africa, such as five-star safaris and exclusive lodges