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VIOLET EMMANUEL SHAYO

Customer service agent
Dubai,DU
VIOLET EMMANUEL  SHAYO

Summary

Energetic and experienced customer service professional with over 8 years in the aviation industry, including current employment with dnata Zanzibar. Skilled in airline operations, customer engagement, and team coordination. Known for calmness under pressure, attention to detail, and delivering exceptional service to passengers. Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities and is highly adaptable in fast-paced airport environments.

Overview

10
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Dnata
Dubai, DU

Customer Service Agent
11.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Resolved customer inquiries efficiently, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline service delivery processes.
  • Managed customer complaints, ensuring timely resolutions and maintaining service quality standards.
  • Demonstrated empathy in handling difficult situations, fostering trust and loyalty among customers.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated high attention to detail, organization and management of multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
  • Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
  • Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.

DNATA ZANZIBAR
ZANZIBAR

CUSTOMER SERVICE AGENT
02.2023 - 11.2025

Job overview

  • Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction by providing accurate and helpful responses.
  • Handle check-in and boarding for passengers and baggage for flydubai and other carriers
  • Issue boarding passes, answer queries, and provide flight details such as gate numbers, lounge access, and boarding times
  • Direct passengers and ensure on-time performance
  • Support flight documentation and collaborate with team members for operational efficiency
  • Occasionally act as team lead during shifts

Flydubai Dedicated Staff

As part of my role at dnata Zanzibar, I was assigned as dedicated staff for Flydubai, where I performed all core airline operational duties including:

  • Monitoring passenger check-in and boarding
  • Flight documentation handling
  • Arrival and departure coordination
  • Ramp communication and load control support
  • Assisting with flight delays and disruptions professionally
  • Ensuring compliance with Flydubai standards and procedures
  • Delivering excellent customer service and handling VIPs and special service requests (SSR)
  • Delivered exceptional customer support, resolving inquiries and enhancing overall satisfaction.
  • Assisted team members in handling escalated customer issues, fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Demonstrated empathy in handling difficult situations, fostering trust and loyalty among customers.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Utilized strong problem-solving skills to quickly identify and address customer issues.
  • Clearly communicated product features and benefits, helping customers make informed decisions about their purchases.
  • Addressed customer account discrepancies and concerns.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism when interacting with customers, ensuring positive experiences.

TRANSWORLD AVIATION
ZANZIBAR

CUSTOMER SERVICE AGENT
07.2020 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Checked passenger travel documents and issued boarding passes in accordance with airline procedures
  • Responding professionally to all passenger inquiries, ensuring a smooth and efficient boarding process
  • monitoring boarding gates, and assist with luggage tagging and handling
  • Delivered key flight documents such as passenger manifests and general declaration forms to cabin crew and flight dispatch
  • Assisted passengers with special needs (e.g. PRM, unaccompanied minors, and VIPs) to ensure their comfort and safety
  • Handled flight disruptions (delays, rebooking, missed connections) with empathy and effective communication
  • Maintained accurate records (flight sets) and ensured all passenger and flight service tasks complied with airline and airport safety standards

NAS DAR AIRCO
KILIMANJARO

CUSTOMER SERVICE TEAM LEAD
12.2017 - 06.2020

Job overview

  • Supervised daily customer service operations for multiple international airlines, ensuring smooth check in, boarding, and arrival procedures
  • Ensured strict compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs), aviation safety protocols, and airline operational standards
  • Led, coached, and mentored a team of customer service agents, including planning duty rosters and monitoring performance
  • Conducted on job training (ojt) to enhance staff knowledge, service delivery, and IATA standard handling procedures
  • Acted as the key point between airline representatives and ground handling teams, ensuring clear communication and service coordination
  • Handled escalated passenger issues and flight disruptions professionally, maintaining service excellence under pressure
  • Played a key role in improving turnaround time and overall passenger satisfaction through efficient workflow planning

SWISSPORT TANZANIA
DAR ES SALAAM

CUSTOMER SERVICE SUPERVISOR
09.2015 - 11.2017

Job overview

  • Managed passenger check in, boarding, and arrival operations for multiple international airlines
  • Supervised and supported frontline staff in delivering efficient and high-quality customer service
  • Coordinated daily handling activities with other airport departments to ensure smooth flight operations
  • Ensured full compliance with airline Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety regulations, and airport policies
  • Mentored and coached team members, enhancing service standards and fostering a positive team environment
  • Resolved escalated customer issues and service disruptions while maintaining professionalism and airline reputation
  • Played a role in achieving on time performance and improving customer satisfaction scores

Education

College of Business Education

Diploma in Procurement and Supply
1 2014

University Overview

College of Business Education

Certificate in Procurement and Supply
1 2011

University Overview

Kenton High School

Certificate of Secondary Education
1 2009

University Overview

Uwanja wa Ndege Primary School

Certificate of Primary Education
1 2005

University Overview

Skills

Customer Service Excellence

Flight Operations Support

Airline & Ground Handling Procedures

Team Leadership & Supervision

Crisis Management

Security & Safety Compliance

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Multitasking & Time Management

Problem Solving

Computer & chek-in Systems

Certification

  • Customer Service Training
  • KLM Signature of Service
  • Travelling Documents Training
  • Dangerous Goods Training (Cat 9)
  • Aviation Security (AVSEC)
  • Health and Safety Training
  • Covid-19 Awareness Training
  • KLM & Air France Altea system
  • Flydubai Products & Sprint System
  • Safety Management System (SMS)
  • Lufthansa Altea System
  • Ethiopian airlines sabre system training
  • US embassy fraudulent travel documents training

References

References
  • James Prosper, Airline representative, Airfrance KLM, Zanzibar, +255 765 660 401
  • Essam Manyologa, Training manager, dnata Zanzibar, +255 753 111 747, essam.manyologa@zanzibar.dnata.com
  • Soud Sabur, Customer service duty manager, Dnata Zanzibar, +255 714 623 007, soud.sabur@zanzibar.dnata.com

Personal Information

Personal Information

Languages

Swahili
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2

Timeline

Customer Service Agent
Dnata
11.2025 - Current
CUSTOMER SERVICE AGENT
DNATA ZANZIBAR
02.2023 - 11.2025
CUSTOMER SERVICE AGENT
TRANSWORLD AVIATION
07.2020 - 01.2023
CUSTOMER SERVICE TEAM LEAD
NAS DAR AIRCO
12.2017 - 06.2020
CUSTOMER SERVICE SUPERVISOR
SWISSPORT TANZANIA
09.2015 - 11.2017
College of Business Education
Diploma in Procurement and Supply
College of Business Education
Certificate in Procurement and Supply
Kenton High School
Certificate of Secondary Education
Uwanja wa Ndege Primary School
Certificate of Primary Education
VIOLET EMMANUEL SHAYOCustomer service agent