{"id":95334,"date":"2026-04-30T10:03:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T10:03:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/reservations-manager-2\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T10:03:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T10:03:35","slug":"reservations-manager-2","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/reservations-manager-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Reservations Manager"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>SCOPE<\/p>\n<p>\tMust be thoroughly familiar with all Accor corporate and local Operational Standards and ensure they are followed.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<\/p>\n<p>\tMaximize overall revenue from all reservation sources through the development and implementation of effective inventory and pricing strategies based on future demand forecasts for all hotel and resort properties.<br \/>\n\tAs well, he\/she will amplify the functionality of all reservation source software.<br \/>\n\tIn addition, participate in the protection and efficient utilization of the Company\u2019s assets through the implementation of approved policies, procedures and internal controls.\u00a0<br \/>\n\tThis individual must make a daily practice of revenue maximization and yield management.\u00a0<br \/>\n\tHe\/She supervises and coordinates activities of workers in their daily tasks.<br \/>\n\tFocus on overall yield and REVPAR<br \/>\n\tAnalyze data as it relates to our market regarding customer relationship management programs.<br \/>\n\tResponsible for forecasting revenues both long and short-term.<br \/>\n\tTrain, motivate and develop our reservation\u00a0staff on an ongoing basis.<br \/>\n\tWill be a key player when bringing and relocating reservations staff.<br \/>\n\tSupervises and coordinates activities of employees engaged in taking, recording, and cancelling reservations.<br \/>\n\tHandling the day-to-day operations of the Reservations Department as listed.<br \/>\n\tInteracts and handles other sections of Revenue Management if needed.<br \/>\n\tMonitors any events and special promotion activities &amp; 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folios.<br \/>\n\tMaintains monthly attendance sheet and sends to payroll department.<br \/>\n\tRecommends promotions.<br \/>\n\tTo complete a daily\/weekly\/monthly log of all activities and required reports.<br \/>\n\tTo have as much information as possible about the company to ensure a professional approach.<\/p>\n<p>PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:<\/p>\n<p>\tExcellent communication skills<br \/>\n\tExcellent interpersonal skills<br \/>\n\tGood organizational skills<br \/>\n\tPersistence<br \/>\n\tAbility to multi-task and work under deadlines<br \/>\n\tRational approach to problem solving<br \/>\n\tSelf-motivation<br \/>\n\tCustomer focus<\/p>\n<p>Qualifications<\/p>\n<p>\tDegree in Hotel Management<br \/>\n\tMinimum 3 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity<br \/>\n\tExcellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language<br \/>\n\tAbility to speak other languages and basic understanding of local languages will be an advantage<br \/>\n\tGood working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, &amp; 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