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Evelyn Machekano

@evelynmachekano

Enthusiastic hospitality and cultural heritage professional with guest-relations , communication skills, marketing and tours expertise.

Zimbabwe
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What I'm looking for

I seek a customer-focused role in tourism or cruise hospitality where I can apply guest relations, tours, and marketing skills, grow professionally, and work in a diverse, safety-conscious team.

I am a versatile hospitality and cultural heritage professional with over three years' experience in high-volume guest relations, museum curation support, and tourism promotion. I deliver attentive service, clear communication, and precise administrative support across busy operations.

As a receptionist at Small World Wilderness Backpackers Lodges I managed 150+ daily interactions, reconciled end-of-day financials with zero discrepancies, and resolved guest complaints to achieve a consistent 90% guest satisfaction rating.

In museum work I designed and delivered educational tours for up to 200 visitors, assisted with exhibit installation and collections care, and supported administrative tasks under tight deadlines, contributing to smoother front-of-house operations.

Most recently, as Marketing and Communication Officer for Danai Cultural Village I developed promotional campaigns that increased visitor numbers by 70%, managed media engagement, coordinated events and delivered public presentations to diverse audiences. I am committed, adaptable, and eager to bring my cross-cultural communication and operational skills to a world-class cruise or tourism organization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SL

Receptionist

Small World Backpackers Lodges

Jun 2022 - Jul 2022 (1 month)

Managed high-volume front-desk operations, handling 150+ guest interactions daily and resolving complaints to achieve a consistent 90% guest satisfaction rating while reconciling end-of-day financials with zero discrepancies.

NZ

Assistant Museum Curator

Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe

Jan 2014 - Nov 2017 (3 years 10 months)

Designed and delivered educational tours for up to 200 visitors, assisted with exhibit installation and administrative projects, and reduced visitor wait times by 15% through rapid resolution of minor complaints.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Bindura University of Science Education logoBE

Bindura University of Science Education

Bachelor of Science (Honors), Culture and Heritage Studies

2020 - 2024

Grade: Upper Second Class (2.1)

Earned a Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Culture and Heritage Studies, graduating with Upper Second Class (2.1).

GC

Genesis College

Advanced Level, Advanced Level

2018 - 2019

Completed Advanced Level studies at Genesis College.

MS

Msengezi High School

Ordinary Level, General Secondary Education

2014 - 2017

Completed Ordinary Level with five O-Level passes including English.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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