Janith Iddawala
Summary
Proactive and achievement-oriented candidate bringing over seven years of lecturing, marketing, business development and sustainability experience from academic, events, tourism and hospitality industries. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lecturer
NSBM Green University Town
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences including the preparation and delivery of curricula, modules for undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Functioned as the Master-in-charge of the International Center for Tourism and Hospitality of the University and spearheaded subject specific events and initiatives
- Lead the University's sustainability team in terms of both academic and operational activities including teaching and managing sustainability projects of the university
- Initiated the creation of several meaningful and mutually beneficial industry partnerships with local and international organizations.
Assistant Manager - Business Development & Sustainability
Connaissance De Ceylan/ Thema Collection
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data, and budget factors while acquiring new business partners to collaborate with the organization
- Oversaw and contributed to the preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral in relation to both marketing and sustainability activities
- Created and oversew the overarching sustainability policy of the group of organizations
Retail Assistant (Part Time)
Esso
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options
- Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance
- Processed fuel and merchandise transactions by operating POS system with accuracy.
Tour Executive
Walkers Tours Limited
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences
- Researched travel information on Sri Lanka to provide accurate, detailed tours
- Created and marketed packaged and tailor-made tours to prospective clients
- Functioned as a virtual concierge representative to promote destination experiences and handle any traveller queries pre and post tour.
Product Development Associate
Trekurious Private Limited
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Developed and commercialized niche travel and lifestyle products to high-profile consumers
- Managed curated events while managing various stakeholder expectations
- Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets
- Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
Intern
Trekurious Private Limited
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information and sell experiences
- Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
Education
Ph.D. - Tourism
Murdoch University
Perth, WA10.2027
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing -
Chartered Institute of Marketing
01.2021
MSc. Tourism and Hospitality Management -
University of Plymouth
01.2018
BSc. Events, Tourism & Hospitality Management -
University of Plymouth
12.2016
Diploma in Foreign Affairs and Diplomacy -
Bandaranaike Diplomatic Training Institute
01.2016
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Strategic Marketing
- Academic Advisement
Certification
- WSET Level 1 in Wines - Wine & Spirits Education Trust (2022)
- WSET Level 1 in Spirits - Wine & Spirits Education Trust (2022)
- Sustainability - Travelife certified Sustainability Manager (2019)
- Certificate in Sustainable Business - University of Plymouth (2018)
Timeline
Lecturer
NSBM Green University Town
03.2021 - 10.2023
Assistant Manager - Business Development & Sustainability
Connaissance De Ceylan/ Thema Collection
01.2019 - 03.2021
Retail Assistant (Part Time)
Esso
10.2017 - 10.2018
Tour Executive
Walkers Tours Limited
09.2016 - 08.2017
Product Development Associate
Trekurious Private Limited
06.2016 - 08.2016
Intern
Trekurious Private Limited
06.2015 - 12.2015
Ph.D. - Tourism
Murdoch University
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing -
Chartered Institute of Marketing
MSc. Tourism and Hospitality Management -
University of Plymouth
BSc. Events, Tourism & Hospitality Management -
University of Plymouth
Diploma in Foreign Affairs and Diplomacy -
Bandaranaike Diplomatic Training Institute
- WSET Level 1 in Wines - Wine & Spirits Education Trust (2022)
- WSET Level 1 in Spirits - Wine & Spirits Education Trust (2022)
- Sustainability - Travelife certified Sustainability Manager (2019)
- Certificate in Sustainable Business - University of Plymouth (2018)
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