Senior Tourism Development Officer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Ibrido; ZAR 850.000 - 1.050.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Travel allowances

Professional development

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 seeks a Senior Tourism Development Officer based in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The role focuses on identifying and promoting tourism opportunities to boost regional growth, requiring strong stakeholder collaboration and strategic planning.

The position involves fieldwork, networking, and hybrid work arrangements to balance on-site and remote activities. The candidate should have 5+ years in tourism development, excellent project management, and a deep understanding of the Mossel Bay

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years in tourism development or destination management.
• Proven ability to lead projects and manage stakeholders.
• Strong research, analytical, and reporting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation abilities.

Mansioni

• Identify and evaluate new tourism development opportunities in Mossel Bay.
• Develop strategic plans for tourism growth, marketing, and product development.
• Build relationships with operators, government bodies, and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies for initiatives.
• Support marketing campaigns to promote the Mossel Bay region.
• Coordinate tourism events, festivals, and conferences.

Conoscenze

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Research and report writing

Communication and negotiation

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Hybrid work capability

Formazione

Degree in Tourism Management or related field

Strumenti

MS Office

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic regional tourism board, is seeking a proactive and strategic Senior Tourism Development Officer to be based in **Mossel Bay, Western Cape**. This role is crucial for identifying, developing, and promoting tourism opportunities that contribute to the economic growth of the region. You will be instrumental in fostering partnerships with local businesses, government bodies, and tourism stakeholders to enhance the visitor experience and increase tourism revenue. This hybrid position involves significant fieldwork, networking, and strategic planning, offering a blend of on-site collaboration and remote work flexibility. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the tourism industry, excellent project management skills, and a passion for promoting the unique attractions of the **Mossel Bay** area. Your efforts will directly shape the future of tourism in this beautiful coastal region.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new tourism development opportunities and projects within the **Mossel Bay** region.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for tourism growth, marketing, and product development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with tourism operators, local government, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies for proposed tourism initiatives.
• Support the development and implementation of marketing campaigns to promote the region as a tourist destination.
• Assist in the coordination of tourism events, festivals, and conferences.
• Monitor tourism trends and provide insights and recommendations to the board.
• Manage project budgets and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and proposals for stakeholders and funding applications.
• Foster sustainable tourism practices within the region.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tourism development, destination management, or a related field within the tourism and hospitality sector.
• Proven experience in project management, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong understanding of the tourism industry, market trends, and best practices.
• Excellent research, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and presentation software.
• A relevant degree in Tourism Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field is essential.
• Knowledge of the **Western Cape** tourism landscape, particularly **Mossel Bay**, is highly advantageous.
• Willingness to travel within the region as required for site visits and stakeholder meetings.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to significantly impact tourism development in a key region.
• Dynamic work environment with a blend of office and remote work flexibility.
• Professional development opportunities and exposure to industry leaders.
• Contribution towards medical aid and retirement fund.
• Travel allowances for business-related travel within the **Mossel Bay** area and surrounds.