Personal Information
First name / Surname: Ata Faghihi Mohaddess
Phone: +421 944 079 833
Email: ata.faghihi.mohaddess@gmail.com
Nationality: Iranian
Date of birth: 21 September 1981
Address: Slovakia
Job Applied For
Tourist Guide / Tour Leader / Tourism Specialist
Profile
Licensed tourist guide with over 15 years of international experience leading cultural and multi-country tours across Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. Strong communication and organizational skills with experience working with international clients and multicultural groups. Background includes tourism management and consular support in a diplomatic environment.
Work Experience
Dates: 2007 – 2025
Occupation: Freelance International Tour Leader / Cultural Guide
Main activities:
- Leading international group tours
- Cultural and historical interpretation
- Tour logistics and coordination
Dates: 2012 – 2020
Occupation: International Tour Guide
Employer: Eavar Travel Agency and partners
Main activities:
- Guided tours across Europe, South America, Africa, Asia, Australia
- Managed travel arrangements and group coordination
Dates: 2007 – 2026
Occupation: Tourist Guide (Iran) TourLeader (Int. over 41 countries)
Main activities:
- Cultural and heritage tours
- Collaboration with multiple travel agencies
Dates: 2020 – 2022
Occupation: Consular Assistant
Employer: Embassy of Slovakia in Tehran
Main activities:
- Administrative and client support
- Documentation and communication
Dates: 2023 – 2025
Occupation: English Language Instructor
Main activities:
- Teaching individuals and corporate clients (Slovakia & online)
Education and Training
Dates: 2009 – 2010
Title: MBA in Tourism
Institution: Bahar Tourism Institute, Tehran
Dates: 2005 – 2008
Title: Associate Degree in Tourism
Institution: University of Applied Science and Technology
Personal Skills
Mother tongue: Persian
Other languages:
- English: C1
- Slovak: B1
- French: A1
- Italian: A1
- Chinese: A1
Communication Skills
- Strong intercultural communication
- Public speaking and group engagement
Organisational / Managerial Skills
- Tour planning and coordination
- Leadership of international groups
Digital Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Photoshop
- SAP ERP (basic)
- Web Development (WordPress)
Additional Information
Certifications:
- Cultural Tourist Guide Certification (2013)
- Nature-Based Tourist Guide Certification (2010)
- Tourist Guide Certification Slovakia (2025)
Awards:
- Best Tourist Guide of the Year (2016)
- Tourist Guide of the Year (2011)
Driving Licence: Category B
Work Authorization: Open Work Permit – Slovakia (valid from 2026)
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