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I'm Awa Jatta, a planning and events professional based in Peterborough, UK, currently pursuing a Master’s in International Hospitality and Tourism Management at Anglia Ruskin University. I bring a customer-centric approach and proven ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences, with experience in five-star hotels, banqueting and event planning. Fluent in English and moderately proficient in French, I am eager to leverage this blend of strategic planning and top-tier guest relations to drive operational excellence in a forward-thinking organization. I have developed strong cross-functional collaboration skills, refined through liaising across departments and with external partners, and I enjoy turning complex logistics into smooth, memorable experiences. I am motivated to apply data-driven planning, KPI development, and stakeholder engagement to deliver tangible results and high-quality service.…I'm Awa Jatta, a planning and events professional based in Peterborough, UK, currently pursuing a Master’s in International Hospitality and Tourism Management at Anglia Ruskin University. I bring a customer-centric approach and proven ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences, with experience in five-star hotels, banqueting and event planning. Fluent in English and moderately proficient in French, I am eager to leverage this blend of strategic planning and top-tier guest relations to drive operational excellence in a forward-thinking organization. I have developed strong cross-functional collaboration skills, refined through liaising across departments and with external partners, and I enjoy turning complex logistics into smooth, memorable experiences. I am motivated to apply data-driven planning, KPI development, and stakeholder engagement to deliver tangible results and high-quality service.

Awa Jatta

Project Manager, Content Producer, Production Manager, +2

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I'm Awa Jatta, a planning and events professional based in Peterborough, UK, currently pursuing a Master’s in International Hospitality and Tourism Management at Anglia Ruskin University. I bring a customer-centric approach and proven ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences, with experience in five-star hotels, banqueting and event planning. Fluent in English and moderately proficient in French, I am eager to leverage this blend of strategic planning and top-tier guest relations to drive operational excellence in a forward-thinking organization. I have developed strong cross-functional collaboration skills, refined through liaising across departments and with external partners, and I enjoy turning complex logistics into smooth, memorable experiences. I am motivated to apply data-driven planning, KPI development, and stakeholder engagement to deliver tangible results and high-quality service.…I'm Awa Jatta, a planning and events professional based in Peterborough, UK, currently pursuing a Master’s in International Hospitality and Tourism Management at Anglia Ruskin University. I bring a customer-centric approach and proven ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences, with experience in five-star hotels, banqueting and event planning. Fluent in English and moderately proficient in French, I am eager to leverage this blend of strategic planning and top-tier guest relations to drive operational excellence in a forward-thinking organization. I have developed strong cross-functional collaboration skills, refined through liaising across departments and with external partners, and I enjoy turning complex logistics into smooth, memorable experiences. I am motivated to apply data-driven planning, KPI development, and stakeholder engagement to deliver tangible results and high-quality service.

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I’m Awa Jatta, a planning and events professional based in Peterborough, UK, currently pursuing a Master’s in International Hospitality and Tourism Management at Anglia Ruskin University. I bring a customer-centric approach and proven ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences, with experience in five-star hotels, banqueting and event planning. Fluent in English and moderately proficient in French, I am eager to leverage this blend of strategic planning and top-tier guest relations to drive operational excellence in a forward-thinking organization.

I have developed strong cross-functional collaboration skills, refined through liaising across departments and with external partners, and I enjoy turning complex logistics into smooth, memorable experiences. I am motivated to apply data-driven planning, KPI development, and stakeholder engagement to deliver tangible results and high-quality service.

Skills

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Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

French

Advanced

Work Experience

Planning Officer (Full Time) at Gambia Maritime Administration

August 31, 2025 - August 31, 2025

Planning at least 1 recurring event per month (Conventions, workshops, International Observances, Strategic Plan reviews) and at least 6 ad-hoc events monthly. Refined the Administration's strategic plan, defined KPIs and targets, designed data collection tools, and prepared evidence-based reports for senior management and stakeholders. Acted as liaison between GMA departments, external agencies, development partners, and civil society organizations. Achievements include presenting quarterly progressive reports and increasing site visits, shifting activities toward prevention. Promoted from Assistant Planning Officer to Planning Officer (Jan 2024 – Feb 2025).

Billing & Credit Control Clerk at Gambia Maritime Administration

December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Generated at least 30 invoices monthly, ensured timely payments, monitored outstanding accounts, prepared credit memos and monthly statements, and produced daily reports on accounts receivable and collections.

Reservation Coordinator at Meeting Point Kairaba Beach Hotel

May 31, 2020 - May 31, 2020

Processed and managed all reservation requests (group bookings) across channels; monitored PMS to ensure accuracy of bookings and inventory; managed stop sales and overbookings; handled guest complaints and pre-arrival requests; maintained an organized reservation filing system; created Special Offers for Tour Operators; managed hotel reservation and information emails (over 100 daily); attended meetings and provided period reports; assisted the General Manager in the absence of their Personal Secretary.

Reservation Clerk at Meeting Point Kairaba Beach Hotel

October 31, 2018 - October 31, 2018

Promoted from Reservation Clerk (Aug 2017 - Oct 2018). Processed reservations, group bookings, channel management, guest communications, and efforts to increase direct bookings.

Guest Service Agent (Front Office) at Sheraton Hotel Resort & Spa

August 31, 2017 - August 31, 2017

Front Office guest services to ensure superior guest experiences.

General Cashier at Sunswing Beach Resort

May 31, 2014 - May 31, 2014

General cashier duties.