Senior Tourism Officer - Durban at eThekwini Municipality

Job Purpose    

• Implement applications and processes associated with the organization and provision of information and support on the aims, objectives and plans to develop the tourism potential of the region, planning and execution of deliverables with respect to Tourism projects, events and functions and the analysis and evaluation of outcomes from research and studies on the impact of interventions and initiatives on tourism growth and/or positioning of the Region as a preferred tourism destination

Key Responsibility Areas    

• Aligns outcomes to the broader strategic aims and objectives, executes critical key performance areas of the functionality and provides input into specific Tourism initiatives.
• Co-ordinating and implementing specific project requirements with respect to tourism projects and events within budget and on time.
• Promotes and positions the region, implements applications and processes associated with the promotion and positioning of the Region as a preferred Tourist destination.
• Formulate and implement distribution plan of promotional material and executes logistical tasks thereof.
• Executes information updates, reports, correspondence, and recordkeeping requirements/procedures.
• Registers service providers, creates and maintains the Database.
• Undertakes related assignments.

Competencies    

• Research and analysis.
• Socio-Economic/ Socio-Political Awareness.
• Planning and organising.
• Use of technology.
• Project management.
• Information production and reporting.
• Interpersonal relationships.
• Communication.
• Client orientation and customer focus.
• Resilience.
• Problem solving.
• Accounting and ethical conduct.

Essential Requirements    

• Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Tourism.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 3 years relevant experience
• Computer Literacy.
• Preferred Requirements    
• 4 Years relevant experience.

Special Conditions:

• Required to travel extensively within the geographic boundaries of the region.
• May be required to work after hours and on weekends.