Development Manager, Visit Loch Ness

Overview

Visit Inverness Loch Ness is recruiting a Destination Development Manager to join their team. The role will expand the aims and remit of the Business Plan by building relationships and working closely with a diverse range of partners and stakeholders – leading and supporting the delivery of needs-led projects and activities which aid the recovery of the destination from the pandemic.

• Building and maintaining effective relationships with community councils, trusts and organisations. Maintaining effective relationships with partners including businesses, public, private and third sector
• Identifying needs-led project opportunities within the destination and work with stakeholders to deliver associated project, activities and services
• Identifying opportunities to collaborate with neighbouring destinations and partner organisations on projects that support a sustainable recovery
• Supporting the transition to a low carbon tourism economy in line with Scottish Government aims to tackle the climate emergency
• Identifying opportunities for sustainable revenue generating activities for the organisations
• Identifying sources of funding from relevant organisations, trusts, legacies and foundations to support community and sector recovery
• Addressing issues created by the pandemic and providing solutions that lead to a sustainable recovery, including the retention of the existing workforce
• Managing all elements of project delivery including preparation of funding applications, making claims, project reporting and maintaining records
• A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field
• Demonstrable experience and understanding of tourism or development projects and activities
• An understanding of the Business Improvement District model and purpose
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a diverse set of partners
• Evidence of understanding and experience of working with both public and private sector
• Able to communicate effectively to a wide range of bodies, agencies, sectors and the local community – including ability to write clear and concise reports and presentations
• Broad digital skills and evidenced ability to learn new programs and software
• Ability to interpret a range of strategies and deliver activity that meets aligned strategic aims
• Understand the relationships and role of different organisations within the tourism sector

Applications can be submitted via Indeed, Linked In and HIJOBS. Applications close at midday on 22 September 2021.

The organisation became the first Tourism Business Improvement District in the UK when established in 2014 and operates within a defined destination that covers over 1200 square miles, including the Highland Capital Inverness and world-famous Loch Ness. To support its members, who operate in more than 30 sectors, the organisation delivers a range of activities from its business plan including marketing, infrastructure, events, business tourism, business development and lobbying.