Port Elizabeth Tourism Growth Lead

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Tourism Development Manager to lead strategic growth in Port Elizabeth and the Eastern Cape. You will identify opportunities, build partnerships, and drive sustainable project delivery across public and private sectors.

The role requires strong market insight, project leadership and a proven ability to secure funding while promoting regional tourism assets. Hybrid work presence is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in tourism planning, development or management.
• Proven track record in project management and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong understanding of tourism market trends and sustainable principles.
• Excellent research, analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation and negotiation abilities.
• Experience working with government agencies and private sector partners.
• Relevant degree in Tourism Management, Urban Planning, Economics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess and champion new tourism development opportunities.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for tourism growth with sustainability focus.
• Build and maintain relationships with local government, tourism businesses and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies to inform strategies.
• Support marketing and promotion of the Eastern Cape as a destination.
• Facilitate infrastructure development and service quality improvements.
• Seek funding and investment for tourism projects.
• Monitor and report on progress; represent the organization at events.

Skills

5+ years experience

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Research & analysis

Strategic planning

Communication & negotiation

Government/private sector experience

Education

Tourism Management degree

Urban Planning degree

Economics degree

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Tourism Development Manager to lead strategic growth in Port Elizabeth and the Eastern Cape. You will identify opportunities, build partnerships, and drive sustainable project delivery across public and private sectors.

The role requires strong market insight, project leadership and a proven ability to secure funding while promoting regional tourism assets. Hybrid work presence is offered.