Job Title: Business Development and Event Curator - Mobile Camping
Location: Nairobi, with travel due to the nature of the business
About Us: Tarpo Experiential specialises in large scale outdoor sports and conferencing events, team buildings, corporate and personal development retreats, bespoke safaris for a niche client base. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional experiences and logistical efficiency for our clients. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as a Business Development and Event Curator focused on our Mobile Camping department.
Position Summary: The Business Development and Event Curator is responsible for driving the department’s growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities and curating engaging experiences. This role requires a unique blend of sales expertise and creative vision, with the ability to conceptualise and execute events that exceed client expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Development:
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities and partnerships to expand the company's client base.
- Develop and implement effective sales strategies to meet revenue targets.
- Conduct market research to identify trends and potential clients in the mobile camps sector.
- Create compelling proposals and presentations tailored to the needs of prospective clients.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to secure repeat business and referrals.
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to enhance brand visibility.
Event Curation:
- Develop and curate event concepts, themes, and content that align with client objectives and target audiences.
- Select and collaborate with vendors and other contributors to ensure a cohesive and engaging client experience.
- Design interactive and experiential elements to enhance guest engagement and satisfaction.
- Work closely with the rest of the team to ensure all aspects of event planning and execution align with the curated vision.
- Manage the budget for event content and experiences, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality.
- Evaluate guest experience outcomes and gather feedback to continually improve the curation process.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a Tourism related field.
- Proven experience in business development, sales, or a similar role, preferably in the events or hospitality industry.
- Be a seasoned camper.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Pleasant customer facing personality
- Assertive project management or event coordination abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software.
Working Conditions:
- This role requires travel to camp locations and weekend or evening work during peak event periods.
- Majority of the events involve camping in remote areas. The individual must be comfortable with camping for extended periods in areas that have wildlife including elephants, snakes, scorpions, and big cats.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses or revenue-based incentives
- Health insurance after probation.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Time off in lieu of overtime
- Professional development opportunities.