Nadine Held
Klein Windhoek
Summary
To apply my extensive experience in tourism, fleet management, and custom travel planning to deliver outstanding and seamless travel experiences. I aim to contribute to the growth and excellence of the tourism industry through operational leadership and strategic vision.
As managing director of Dornbusch Car Hire & Safaris since 2007, I have played a key role in building a reputable and reliable travel and car hire business. My expertise spans tour operations, client relations, fleet logistics, and destination knowledge. I bring hands-on leadership, problem-solving abilities, and a deep understanding of Southern African travel to every project.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director & Co-Founder
Dornbusch Car Hire & Safaris
Windhoek
06.2007 - Current
- Manage daily operations, finances, and strategic planning
- Customise travel experiences for clients
- Oversee car rental services and fleet
- Maintain international tourism partnerships and local supplier relations
- Coordinate logistics, meet-and-greets, and customer support
Operations Manager
ATC Namibia
Windhoek
01.2001 - 05.2007
Claims Management Assistant
Winterthur International (Germany)
05.2000 - 09.2000
Tour Guide
Pack Safaris
01.1999 - 02.2000
Au Pair
Mr. Francis Goodenday
07.1997 - 08.1998
Cashier (Part-time)
ZooZim
11.1996
Education
Practical Bookkeeping -
University of South Africa (UNISA)
05.2007
Tour Guide Training -
Namibia Academy of Tourism & Hospitality
07.2005
MS Word & Excel -
Computer Training Services
10.1998
COTAC 1, Air Travel, Customer Care, Galileo -
Travel Training Institute
06.1997
Grade 12 -
Deutsche Schule Windhoek
01.1996
Skills
- Custom Tour Planning & Operations
- Car Hire & Fleet Management
- Office & Financial Administration
- Client Relations & Meet-and-Greet Services
- Tourism Logistics & Supplier Coordination
- Multilingual Communication
- Destination Expertise
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Correspondence with Local & International Operators
<Enter your own>
- ID Number: 22012210177
- ID Number: 22012210177
- Date of Birth: 22 January 1978
- Nationality: Namibian
- Driving License: Code C1E
- Marital Status: Married
Happy Clients
- Klaus
- Wolfgang
- Peter und Ingrid
Languages
- German (native)
- English (fluent)
- Afrikaans (fluent)
References
- Mrs Monika Reinders, ATC Namibia, +264 61 272185
- Mr Peter Pack, Pack Safaris, +264 61 31603
Timeline
Managing Director & Co-Founder
Dornbusch Car Hire & Safaris
06.2007 - Current
Operations Manager
ATC Namibia
01.2001 - 05.2007
Claims Management Assistant
Winterthur International (Germany)
05.2000 - 09.2000
Tour Guide
Pack Safaris
01.1999 - 02.2000
Au Pair
Mr. Francis Goodenday
07.1997 - 08.1998
Cashier (Part-time)
ZooZim
11.1996
Practical Bookkeeping -
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Tour Guide Training -
Namibia Academy of Tourism & Hospitality
MS Word & Excel -
Computer Training Services
COTAC 1, Air Travel, Customer Care, Galileo -
Travel Training Institute
Grade 12 -
Deutsche Schule Windhoek
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