We are currently seeking a passionate, results-oriented professional to fill the following position: Meetings and Events Executive

Job Summary

This candidate oversees day to day sales efforts of the Meetings and events department with specific responsibilities for directing sales, training and maintaining systems in view of achieving the departmental and hotel targets
He/She is responsible for bookings, generating proposals, generating contracts and issuing confirmations and folllow up process with all MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibutions) customers that are assigned
Ensures that all requests are handled as per the policy and not exceeding the lead handing timeframe policy, also ensures active follow up on sent offers as per guest requirements. Assess group business to maximum contribution form available public space, generating room revenues whilst achieving meetings and events budgets.
Yields all lead prior to the offer letter being sent out, in terms of, venue assigned or rates offered - especially in an area set up and seeks the required approval to take the booking
Complies fully with the hotels credit policy in obtaining pre-payment or approved credit letters for all events and ensures the preparation of event order as per departmental standard and assuring proper distribution of the same

Qualification Required & Experience

First Degree in any related field from a recognised institution
Good communication, interpersonal skills and considerable knowledge in office Administration and good computer skills
Considerable knowledge in report and proposal writing, data entry and filing
Excellent communication skills and good relationship building skills with a minimum of one year hotel experience
Must be confident and possess a determined approach at all times
Resilience and the ability to cope with rejection
Self-motivation, drive and a competitive streak
Must have good sales techniques to present the service in a structured professional way face to face.

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How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants may submit their detailed resumes to:-

Closing Date: 16 December, 2016

Meetings and Events Executive

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