Travel Agent - Udagamandalam, India - Good Shepherd International School

Good Shepherd International School

Verified Company

Udagamandalam, India

1 week ago

Posted by:

Deepika Kaur

beBee Recuiter

Description

Job Information:

Industry

Travel
City

Ooty
State/Province

Tamil Nadu
Country

India
Zip/Postal Code

643004

About us:

The Good Shepherd International School,
India's best fully residential, international coeducational school, was founded by the late Dr. P.C. Thomas and Mrs. Elsamma Thomas in the year 1977. Originally known as the Good Shepherd Public School, it became an International School of the highest caliber of learning in the year 1995. Dr. P.C. Thomas and his wife Elsamma Thomas both started their careers as teachers themselves, which fostered their vision and goal to create the best educational institution in which a child can learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Travel Arrangements: Coordinate travel logistics for GSIS students, including booking flights, accommodations, transportation, and any necessary travel documents.
Prospective Parent Travel Coordination: Assist prospective parents visiting GSIS with their travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, transportation, and scheduling school tours.
Excursion Planning and Booking: Plan and book travel for student excursions, including researching destinations, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring all logístical details are in place.
Budget Management: Work within budgetary constraints to provide costeffective travel options while maintaining highquality service standards.
Vendor Management: Establish and maintain relationships with travel vendors, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with GSIS policies and procedures.
Travel Advisory Services: Provide travel advice and recommendations to students, parents, and staff, including information on destinations, visa requirements, health and safety precautions, and travel insurance options.
Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records of travel bookings, expenses, and itineraries, and ensure all necessary documentation is completed and filed appropriately.
Emergency Assistance: Serve as a point of contact for students and parents during travel emergencies, providing assistance and support as needed.
Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on travel industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes, and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of travel services.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, tourism, business administration, or related field.
Proven experience as a travel agent or travel coordinator, preferably in an educational or hospitality setting.
Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact effectively with students, parents, staff, and external vendors.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fastpaced environment.
Familiarity with international travel regulations, visa requirements, and travel insurance policies.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends, especially during peak travel seasons or student excursions.
Fluency in English; additional language skills would be an advantage.