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Form of workThe Position
- To effectively develop and implement the Destination Management Plan and all its associated activities, including the management of the Visitor Information Centre (VIC).
- To improve tourisms' contribution to the growth and development of Albury's economy.
- To maximise the returns on Councils investment in tourism marketing and promotion through increased tourism visitation, length of stay and spend.
SERVICES TO BE MANAGED
The position will be responsible for managing the following services:
- Visitor Information Centre
- Visit AlburyWodonga website
- Destination Management Plan
- Tourism Partner meetings
- Tourism Attraction, Development and Promotion
We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities, and the custodians of an environment like no other. We ensure Albury is a great place to live, work and invest.
Qualifications & experience
- Degree in Business, Tourism, Economics or Marketing and/or demonstrated relevant experience in the field
- Class C (standard) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have & maintain)
- Experience in tourism or tourism related product marketing and promotion
- Experience or knowledge of Local Government or similar authority
- Implement relevant initiatives identified in Albury Wodonga’s Destination Management Plan and lead its review to ensure its effort is strategically paced and targeted.
- Manage and deliver the Tourism Partnership (Service) Agreement between AlburyCity and City of Wodonga, ensuring professional and ethical management practices are employed to facilitate achievement of strategic objectives.
- Lead an effective and efficient team capable of delivering services to agreed levels and standards
- Build and maintain relationships with industry groups/organisations, key business leaders and relevant State and Federal Government agencies to maintain a sound understanding of Visitor Economy issues and opportunities
- Represent AlburyCity on relevant committees, working groups and at conferences
Based on a 35-hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines.
Benefits
Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.
Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.
We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.
AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.
This role closes on the 14 April 2024 The role may close earlier for the right applicant. Should you require any further information for this role please email Ambrose Glass on ambrose.glass@alburycity.nsw.gov.au or call on 0408 472 926.
