Barbra Kuku

Business Development Manager

Country

Zambia

City

Lusaka

Industry

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Skill

Customer Satisfaction, SPW, Tour Management, Event Coordination, Safari, Children's Programming, Integrated Multi-Channel Marketing, Hospitality Management, Supplier Negotiation, Special Events Coordination, Property Negotiations, Tourism Management, Leadership Training, Social Media Marketing, Multilingual Communication, Training Facilitation, Market Research, Consultations, International & Domestic Shipping, Communication

Experience

Business Development Manager

Zambia Explorers

Guided domestic and international tours, managed logistics, developed travel packages. Promoted packages through marketing channels and handled customer service inquiries.

Hospitality Specialist

Lumwana Mines & National Assembly of Zambia Members Motel

Gained hands-on experience in events planning, housekeeping, kitchen service, laundry, and front desk management.

Facilitator

YMCA Lusaka

Delivered creative programming for children, enforced safety, and coordinated logistics.

Program Support Specialist

Zahngo Events & The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Zambia

Supported youth development programs, facilitated outdoor expeditions, and maintained accurate reporting.

Business Development Officer

Kuku Real Estate

Managed sales and rentals, property listings, and client negotiations. Conducted market analysis and facilitated legal documentation and partnerships.

Safari tour operator

Oaktree Travels

2025-3 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

Designer

Oaktree Travels

2024-1 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

Designed tailor-made safari packages in Zambia focusing on eco-tourism and culture. Negotiated with local suppliers, managed client consultations, and created promotional content.