Development Manager

Our client in the tourism and travel industry is seeking a permanent full-time Destination Development Manager (in a Project management/coordination type seat) to help drive strategic initiatives that enhance visitor experiences, strengthen community partnerships, and support sustainable tourism growth.

• Support the implementation and ongoing success of the organization's Destination Master Plan.
• Coordinate with industry partners, community organizations, government stakeholders, and internal teams to advance key initiatives.
• Track project milestones, measure outcomes, and prepare progress reports.
• Conduct research and identify opportunities to improve destination development strategies.
• Stay informed on tourism and destination development trends across Canada and internationally.

• Collaborate with municipal partners, tourism stakeholders, and community groups to enhance the visitor experience.
• Support initiatives focused on accessibility, mobility, safety, and creating a welcoming destination.
• Share visitor insights and industry trends to support planning and decision-making.
• Participate in cross-functional and cross-sector working groups focused on tourism development.

• Lead and support sustainability, social impact, and community engagement initiatives.
• Manage programs that promote responsible and inclusive tourism practices.
• Coordinate partnerships, budgets, events, and volunteer initiatives tied to community impact programs.
• Support legacy projects and initiatives that create lasting economic, social, cultural, and environmental benefits.
• Administer and oversee industry certification and recognition programs.

• Build relationships with post-secondary institutions and industry partners.
• Support student engagement opportunities, workforce development initiatives, and industry outreach programs.
• Act as a liaison between educational institutions and the tourism sector.

• 2-4+ years of experience in destination development, tourism, economic development, stakeholder engagement, partnerships, sustainability, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders, including industry, government, and community partners.
• Experience managing programs, initiatives, or strategic projects.
• Experience working with academic institutions, industry associations, or community organizations is considered an asset.

• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong project management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong research and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and influence diverse stakeholder groups.
• Comfortable facilitating discussions and driving initiatives forward.

• Post-secondary education in Tourism, Business, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Sustainability, Communications, or a related discipline.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered.