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Candice Rakganya

@candicerakganya

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Multilingual childcare and wildlife tourism founder with strong cross-cultural communication.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles that combine conservation and client engagement, with opportunities for growth, cross-cultural teamwork, and meaningful impact.

I am a multilingual professional with over two years of experience across childcare, media, customer engagement, and wildlife tourism, having worked in South Africa, the Netherlands, and Belgium. I founded a wildlife tourism consultancy where I designed the business model, developed service offerings, and led marketing and operations.

My background includes hands-on childcare as an au pair, social media management, and radio presenting, which reinforced my communication, event coordination, and client engagement skills. I have volunteered regularly at a wildlife orphanage, educating children on conservation and assisting with animal care and rehabilitation.

I am recognized for cultural adaptability, relationship-building, and entrepreneurial drive, and I am willing to relocate to further develop sustainable tourism partnerships and client-focused experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Founder

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Wild Safari Consultants (Pty) Ltd

Nov 2024 - Present (11 months)

Established a wildlife tourism and consultancy start-up offering tailored safari experiences and sustainable travel; designed the business model, brand identity, and partnerships with lodges and conservation groups.

Business Development Wildlife Tourism Partnership Management Marketing Strategy Operations Planning Client Engagement

Au Pair

Private Family (Belgium)

Nov 2023 - Oct 2024 (11 months)

Provided childcare and household management for host family, enhanced language skills and cross-cultural understanding, and built trust-based relationships with children and parents.

Childcare Child Development Multilingual Communication

Au Pair

Private Family (Netherlands)

Jun 2022 - May 2023 (11 months)

Cared for children managing routines, meals, and educational activities while developing strong communication and problem-solving skills and adapting to a new cultural environment.

Childcare Communication Problem Solving

Social Media Manager

Lyfstyle@Dox Shisanyama & Carwash

May 2021 - Jun 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Managed social media accounts and implemented marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness and customer engagement; supported in-store operations and event coordination.

Social Media Marketing Content Creation Campaign Management Customer Service Event Planning Microsoft Office

Radio Presenter

Emalahleni FM (CRF)

Aug 2020 - May 2021 (9 months)

Created and hosted youth-focused radio content, developed scripts and production concepts, and built a loyal listener base through interactive shows and interviews.

Broadcasting Script Writing Interviewing Content Production Public Speaking