Tourism and Events Officer

Tourism and Events Officer

Full-Time

Benalla Rural City Council is looking for an experienced Tourism and Events Officer to join our highly motivated and dedicated Economic Development and Sustainability team. The successful candidate will have strong tourism, event experience, relationship building and project management skills to successfully promote Benalla and grow the local Tourism and event opportunities.

The role will primarily focus on: 

• the growth and development of the Tourism and Events at Benalla Rural City Council.
• the promotion of the destination and attraction of visitors to the area.
• assisting in the various activities of the economic development and tourism team, as required, including community development, economic development and tourism projects.
• support the local tourism industry to grow and develop.
• assist in the attraction, development, delivery and promotion of tourism events such as the Benalla Street Art Festival.
• undertake market research and analysis.
• work with various community groups to deliver outcomes for our community.

The successful applicant will have experience in a tourism development role, event management and marketing. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a range of internal and external stakeholders will be fundamental.

Download an Employment Information Pack at www.benalla.vic.gov.au or obtain a pack from Human Resources Coordinator Rhonda McDonald, telephone 03 5760 2***.

For a confidential discussion on the position, telephone Manager Economic Development and Sustainability, Courtney Naughton on 03 5761 2***.

To Apply:

Please submit a current resume, cover letter, and document addressing the key selection criteria (as outlined in the position description) to **********@benalla.vic.gov.au
Applications Close: midday 13 March 2024

Your application should include:
- Application Cover Sheet
- A covering letter
- A document addressing the key selection criteria
- A current resume

Benalla Rural City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child Safe Organistion.