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Olanka Travels is a premier travel company operating a highly successful B2C business in Sri Lanka over the last nine years with a global presence in the UK, India, Australia and China. Olanka team is currently expanding our global operations, and we have opportunities for candidates who are passionated with a “can do” attitude to join our young energetic global team.
Heshanie Ranasinghe
Students are being graduated in numerous field of disciplines but it is a doubt are they getting the opportunity to acquire the practical exposure of their studies. In fact the studies will be clueless if they are not offered the chance to apply the same in their working environment.
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Students are being graduated in numerous field of disciplines but it is a doubt are they getting the opportunity to acquire the practical exposure of their studies. In fact the studies will be clueless if they are not offered the chance to apply the same in their working environment. Also the business organizations who volunteer to offer the practical training are very few. Hence Olanka Travels bridges knowledge gaps and provide the practical training of the field of Travel and tourism. I am Heshani who has a strong interest in Travel and Tourism. My field of study was Hospitality and Tourism which I had completed nearly six months before. Sooner I completed my Degree had got a chance to join in Olankaas an Intern. Olanka provided me with the necessary training during the period of six months which was greatly helped me to experience the practical exposure of the Travel and Tour Industry. I am feeling fulfilled with the necessary qualifications along with the experience now I am pretty much proud to be aprofessional of such a progressive firm which emphasizes the success of the company is the success of the employees.
Ashan Gunarathne
A chance of finding a job or finding the right job is a dream for each and every person in this competitive work environment. Although a job is offered, the people who exploit the right opportunities or reach the top are very rare.
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A chance of finding a job or finding the right job is a dream for each and every person in this competitive work environment. Although a job is offered, the people who exploit the right opportunities or reach the top are very rare. I am ashan and almost one year back this was my stand and got to know about Olanaka through one of my contacts. I was joined as an Intern attached to inbound sales team where as everything was strange for me since I didn't have any experience. As time gives the answer for everything, I had got the chance to learn each and every aspect of my job and was able to acquire the relevant hands on experience of the work each and every day. The enthusiasm towards the job coupled with my abilities made me stronger and a best fit for the job gradually. This was resulted an exceptional level of performance outcomes and which was commended by my superiors. Twelve months left I had been promoted as the Assistant manager - Training and Quality, which is the first milestone of my journey of career. I would say Olanka set me a career path and gave me the opportunity to experience the exposures of Inbound Tourism Industry.A great place to work.
Uvini Dayarathna
Olanka welcomes the undergraduates who wish to build their career in the field of Travel and Tourism. I am Uvini who is an undergraduate following a Degree in Travel and Tourism at University of Kelaniya. My focus was to obtain the corporate exposure of Travel and Tourism as well as to enhance my French speaking skills.
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Olanka welcomes the undergraduates who wish to build their career in the field of Travel and Tourism. I am Uvini who is an undergraduate following a Degree in Travel and Tourism at University of Kelaniya. My focus was to obtain the corporate exposure of Travel and Tourism as well as to enhance my French speaking skills. I got to know about Olanka Travels through my batch colleagues and got an opportunity to join as an Intern. I understood that the Travel and Tourism Industry is the ideal field where the foreign languages can be utilized; among that I realized from my current working place which facilitates in improving my French speaking skills. Since the Tourism and Hospitality is the growing Industry in our country, Olanka motivates those who have a great enthusiasm and dedication to begin the career in the Travel Industry. Further I would say Olanka built me a platform to achieve my career expectations whilst enhancing the French speaking skills.Great place for learning and Development
Current Job Openings
Job Description
Olanka Travels is a premier travel company operating a highly successful B2C business in Sri Lanka over the last nine years with a global presence in the UK, India, Vietnam, Indonesia and Australia, and we are currently seeking fulltime executives to join our SEO team and assist with daily SEO tasks and activities.
Job Profile
- Assist in identifying high-value keywords that will drive qualified traffic to the website.
- Implement on-page SEO best practices such as meta descriptions, title tags, and content optimization.
- Support link building campaigns in coordination with SEO goals
- Contribute to content development for the blog, product pages, and other site sections.
- Use tools like Google Analytics and Google Search Console to analyse and monitor performance metrics and assist in creating reports on key SEO metrics.
- Assist in ensuring the website is technically optimized to attract and engage visitors from search engines.
- Work closely with other team members, including content creators, web developers, and digital marketers, to ensure SEO best practices are followed.
Candidate Profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Hands on experience with a genuine passion for SEO and a desire to learn and grow in this dynamic field
- Strong analytical skills to assess data and draw meaningful insights for SEO improvements
- Good communication skills to work collaboratively within the team and convey SEO strategies and findings clearly.
- Good understanding of digital marketing tools, analytics, and SEO practices
Work Experience : 2-3years
Job Type : Full time
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As an ExecutiveClientCommunication at Olanka Travels, you will be the primary point of conact for our clients, ensuring they receive exceptional service throughout their travel experience. Your role involves addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and providing valuable travel information, all while delivering a high standard of customer care. Your efforts will help enhance our clients' overall experience and contribute to their satisfaction and loyalty.
Job Profile
- Customer Assistance: -Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, and live chat in a prompt and professional manner. -Provide accurate information on travel packages, itineraries, booking procedures, and company policies. -Assist clients with reservations, modifications, and cancellations of travel services. -
- Issue Resolution: -Address and resolve customer complaints and issues efficiently and courteously. -Escalate complex or unresolved issues to the appropriate department or management.
- Travel Planning Support: -Offer recommendations and advice on travel destinations, accommodations, and activities. -Assist clients in selecting and customizing travel packages to meet their preferences and budget.
- Documentation and Record-Keeping: -Maintain detailed records of customer interactions, transactions, and feedback. -Ensure all customer information is accurately entered into the company’s CRM system.
- Collaboration: -Work closely with other departments (e.g., Sales, Operations, and Marketing) to ensure a seamless customer experience. -Participate in team meetings and training sessions to stay updated on products, services, and best practices.
Candidate Profile
- A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in the travel industry, preferably in a tour consultant or travel advisor role.
- A Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in in any discipline or specifically in Tourism, Hospitality or a related field is an added advantage.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal/ PR skills to connect with clients and cross functional teams.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Proficiency in travel booking systems and software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A passion for travel and a deep knowledge of global destinations is an added advantage
Work Experience : 2-3years
Job Type : Full time
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We are looking for talented Junior Graphic Designers & a Video Editors to join our team full time and help us elevate our brand through compelling visuals and engaging videos. As the Junior Graphic Designer & Video Editor, you will be responsible for creating and editing high- quality graphics and videos that align with our brand's vision and objectives. You will work closely with the marketing, content and social media teams to produce and turn around speedily visually appealing content that resonates with our audience
Job Profile
- Create and edit graphics, illustrations and videos for various platforms including social media, websites, marketing campaigns and internal graphics
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop visually appealing content that supports brand messaging and marketing goals
- Ensure all visual content is consistent with our brand guidelines and maintains a high level of quality
- Stay updated on the latest design and video editing trends and incorporate them into your work
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
- Provide creative input and suggestions to improve visual content and overall brand presence
Candidate Profile
- For Graphic Designers - Proven expertise as a Graphic Design with a proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or canva
- For Video Editors - Strong video editing skills using software like Adobe Premiere Pro, after Effects or Final Cut Pro
- A keen eye for aesthetics with ability to work independently with minimum guidance
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to understand requirements and turnaround
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to turnaround the required graphics/ videos in short span of time
- Portfolio of completed design and video projects is an added advantage
Job Type : Full time
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We are looking for an exceptionally talented Graphic Designers & a Video Editors to join our team full time and help us elevate our brand through compelling visuals and engaging videos. As the Graphic Designer/ Video Editor, you will be responsible for creating and editing high-quality graphics and videos that align with our brand's vision and objectives. You will work closely with the marketing, content and social media teams to produce and turn around speedily visually appealing content that resonates with our audience
Job Profile
- Create and edit graphics, illustrations and videos for various platforms including social media, websites, marketing campaigns and internal graphics
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop visually appealing content that supports brand messaging and marketing goals
- Ensure all visual content is consistent with our brand guidelines and maintains a high level of quality
- Stay updated on the latest design and video editing trends and incorporate them into your work
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
- Provide creative input and suggestions to improve visual content and overall brand presence
Candidate Profile
- For Graphic Designers - Proven expertise as a Graphic Design with a proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or canva
- For Video Editors - Strong video editing skills using software like Adobe Premiere Pro, after Effects or Final Cut Pro
- A keen eye for aesthetics with ability to work independently with minimum guidance
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to understand requirements and turnaround
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to turnaround the required graphics/ videos in short span of time
- Portfolio of completed design and video projects is an added advantage
Work Experience : 2-3years
Job Type : Full time
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We are looking to attract exceptional marketers to join our team to elevate our brand through compelling content.The primary objective of this role is to create compelling content through passionate storytelling, thereby enhancing the perception and connection with target audiences
Job Profile
- Content Creation for Travel Campaigns: -Design creative campaign materials to showcase our travel products in various platforms such as social media, website & other marketing materials. -Develop engaging narratives through storytelling to attract, connect, inform and inspire the target audiences with visually appealing content.
- Design & Editing Skills: -Be up to date on latest design and video editing trends and incorporate them into relevant work with a proficiency in High Quality Graphic Designing & Video Editing
- Social Media Engagement: Collaborate with social media influencers to seek best and most unique content
- Content Research: Continuous research & be up to date on new travel trends and new destinations.
- Content Library Expansion: Capture visual material through local and international travel
Candidate Profile
- Avid Traveler with a keen eye for aesthetics with capability to operate with latest technology
- Excellent communication in English (verbal & written) & collaborative skills
- Proficient in Graphic Designing (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator) and video editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, after Effects or Final Cut Pro)
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to turnaround the required graphics/ videos in short span of time
Work Experience : 1-2years
Job Type : Full time
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The Junior Sales Executive for the French Market will play a key role in expanding Olanka Travels' presence in Europe. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about the travel industry and possesses strong sales acumen, along with fluency in French. The successful candidate will be expected to adapt to the nuances of the French market and effectively tailor our travel solutions to meet client needs
Job Profile
- Directly engage with customers from the French market to drive sales and build lasting relationships.
- Work flexible hours to align with European time zones, ensuring optimal service to our clients.
- Continuously learn and adapt to the nuances of the French market to effectively tailor our travel solutions.
- Collaborate with the sales team to develop and implement innovative sales strategies.
Candidate Profile
- 1-2 years of experience in sales, marketing, or related fields. Undergraduates with relevant skills are also encouraged to apply.
- Must have a command of the French language, both written and spoken.
- Sales-driven with a keen interest in learning about market dynamics and customer needs.
- Flexible and outgoing personality, capable of thriving in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Job Type : Full time
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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Tour Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a travel enthusiast, having a keen eye for detail and possess the ability to create bespoke travel itineraries that cater to the unique needs and preferences of our global clientele. As a Senior Tour Consultant at Olanka Travels, you will be responsible for ensuring that each trip is an unforgettable experience, from the initial consultation to their return home
Job Profile
- Client Consultation: Engage with clients to understand their travel needs, preferences and budgets, providing expert advice on destinations and travel options.
- Itinerary Planning: Design and tailor bespoke travel itineraries, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience for the client.
- Reservations and Coordination: Manage all aspects of the reservation /booking process, including flights, accommodation, tours and other travel services.
- Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service throughout the client’s journey, addressing any inquiries, changes or issues that may arise.
- Market Research: Stay updated on the latest travel trends, destinations and services to provide clients with the best possible options.
- Sales and Marketing: Assist in promoting and selling travel packages, ensuring targets are met.
Candidate Profile
- More than 4 years of experience in the travel industry, preferably in a tour consultant or travel advisor role.
- A Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in in any discipline or specifically in Tourism, Hospitality or a related field is an added advantage.
- Excellent verbal & written communication in English and interpersonal/ PR skills to connect with clients and cross functional teams.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Proficiency in travel booking systems and software.
Work Experience : 3-4years
Job Type : Full time
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We are seeking dynamic and detail-oriented individuals to join our Travel & Tourism Global Procurement team. The ideal candidate/s will be responsible for liaising directly with destinations (hotels, villas), destination management companies, related local & overseas agents whilst liaising with cross functional teams to ensure we deliver a Best in Class Personalized Tour Itinerary. The incumbent/ss will build and maintain strong business relationships with excellent Public Relations with all internal & external stakeholders, & carries excellent analytical skills with ability to derive insights by maintaining accurate data for the relevant MIS for decision making & to support the Procurement & Sales Strategy
Job Profile
- Liaising directly with overseas agents in a timely and professional manner.
- Liaise directly, professionally & on time with stakeholders (destinations, destination management companies, related local & overseas agents)
- Build and maintain excellent PR & strong business relationships with local & overseas stakeholders in multiple
- Carry out rate negotiations as required Maintain daily updates on special and contracted rates.
- Proactively research and integrate new hotels/destinations into our offerings.
- Carry Out Tour Package Costings, Approvals & Update Hotel Fact Sheet (eg: Amenities/ Room etc.)
- Coordinate with Cross functional Teams (Sales & Operations)
- Train Internal Teams (Sales & Others) on Hotels/ Destinations/New Properties (Face to Face & via Online platforms & Record Trainings Delivered & to be uploaded to the Learning Management System in coordination with HR)
- Supervise/ cross check cross team members' projects and assist with special rate negotiations.
Candidate Profile
- A Travel Enthusiast with excellent PR skills & confident in building relationships
- Possesses a degree in either Tourism & Hospitality Management, Business Management, or Marketing.
- Industry experience in Travel and Tourism is an added advantage with min 2+ years of experience in inbound/outbound tourism, ideally as a tour executive specializing in Tourism Procurement & Supplier Management.
- Excellent Negotiating & Communication Skills ( To deal with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Proficiency MS Excel, Word, Power point, Email handling & responding
- Strong analytical skills with ability to carry out costings with an understanding of requirements & rates
Work Experience : 2-3years
Job Type : Full time
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Olanka Travels is a premier travel company operating a very successful in Sri Lanka over the last thirteen years with global presence in UK, Indian, Vietnam, Indonesia and Australia. We are seeking for talent global customer care executive to interact with customers all over the world by providing 24/7 customer care service.
Job Profile
- Live Chat and provide quality service to overseas customers
- Handling customer inquiries and customer support
- Build sustainable relationships and engage customers by taking the extra mile
- Offer quotes and travel itineraries using our systems
Candidate Profile
- Experience in customer handling or front office will be an added advantage
- Grate attitudes for learn and adopt our culture
- School leaver will also be consider
- Good communication skills in English language
- Work from home arrangements
- Able to work on shifts
Work Experience : 0-1year
Job Type : Full time
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We are seeking talented Junior Tour Consultants to provide attractive tailor made travel arrangements to our worldwide travelers visiting global holiday destinations
Job Profile
- Prompt engagement with our customers (travelers) around the world over phone calls and emails
- Gather travel requirements from customers
- Offer quotes and travel itineraries using our systems
- Provide travel consultation to travelers over the phone
Candidate Profile
- Undergraduate / Fresh graduate in the field of tourism and hospitality or any other related qualification from a recognized university or private institute
- Excellent command in English
- Having high level of interpersonal skills with an outgoing personality
- Grate attitudes for learn and adopt our culture
Work Experience : 0-1year
Job Type : Full time
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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Tour Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a travel enthusiast, having a keen eye for detail and possess the ability to create bespoke travel itineraries that cater to the unique needs and preferences of our global clientele. As a Tour Consultant at Olanka Travels, you will be responsible for ensuring that each trip is an unforgettable experience, from the initial consultation to their return home.
Job Profile
- Client Consultation: Engage with clients to understand their travel needs, preferences and budgets, providing expert advice on destinations and travel options.
- Itinerary Planning: Design and tailor bespoke travel itineraries, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience for the client.
- Reservations and Coordination: Manage all aspects of the reservation /booking process, including flights, accommodation, tours and other travel services.
- Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service throughout the client’s journey, addressing any inquiries, changes or issues that may arise.
- Market Research: Stay updated on the latest travel trends, destinations and services to provide clients with the best possible options.
- Sales and Marketing: Assist in promoting and selling travel packages, ensuring targets are met.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in the travel industry, preferably in a tour consultant or travel advisor role.
- A Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in any discipline or specifically in Tourism, Hospitality or a related field is an added advantage.
- Excellent communication in English verbal & written and interpersonal/ PR skills to connect with clients and cross functional teams.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Proficiency in travel booking systems and software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A passion for travel and a deep knowledge of global destinations is an added advantage
Benefits
- A competitive salary and commission structure.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Opportunity to work with a passionate and dedicated team.
- Access to exclusive travel deals and opportunities to experience our destinations firsthand.
Work Experience : 1-2years
Job Type : Full time
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