Tourism Development Officer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Travel allowances

Professional development opportunities

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Regional impact and visibility

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a regional tourism board to fill the role of Tourism Development Officer in Kimberley, Canada. You will identify opportunities to enhance the region's offerings, work with local businesses, and develop strategies to attract more visitors.

This hybrid role combines remote flexibility with on-site engagement in Kimberley and surrounding areas, offering a chance to contribute to sustainable growth and economic development through partnerships and targeted marketing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Tourism Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in tourism development, marketing, or similar roles.
• Strong understanding of the tourism industry's economic impact.
• Excellent research, analytical, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential new tourism products and experiences within the region.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for tourism growth and promotion.
• Collaborate with local tourism stakeholders, including hotels, tour operators, and government agencies.
• Organize and participate in tourism fairs, workshops, and marketing events.
• Gather and analyze tourism data to inform development strategies and report on progress.
• Assist in the development of marketing materials and digital content to promote the region.

Skills

Tourism research

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Presentation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Tourism Management, Marketing, Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a regional tourism board focused on promoting the unique attractions of the Northern Cape, is seeking an enthusiastic Tourism Development Officer . This role involves identifying opportunities to enhance the region's tourism offerings, working with local businesses, and developing strategies to attract more visitors. You will play a key part in the sustainable growth of the tourism sector, fostering partnerships and contributing to the economic development of the area. This position offers a hybrid work model, combining remote flexibility with on-site engagement in Kimberley and surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential new tourism products and experiences within the region.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for tourism growth and promotion.
• Collaborate with local tourism stakeholders, including hotels, tour operators, and government agencies.
• Organize and participate in tourism fairs, workshops, and marketing events.
• Gather and analyze tourism data to inform development strategies and report on progress.
• Assist in the development of marketing materials and digital content to promote the region.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Tourism Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in tourism development, marketing, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of the tourism industry and its economic impact.
• Excellent research, analytical, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and travel allowances.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking within the tourism sector.
• Contribute to the economic growth and promotion of a unique region.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• A role with significant impact and visibility in regional development.