- Belize EOIs
Request for Expression of Interest: Marketing Representation Services in Canada
Deadline: Friday 15th November 2019
The Belize Tourism Board is pleased to invite Expressions of Interest from destination marketing companies to provide high quality Marketing representation services in Canada. The representation services are designed to increase tourist travel from Canada to Belize, and will include, but not be confined to activities such as:
- consumer marketing and promotions
- public relations
- travel trade promotions
Expressions of Interest, which should be no more than three (3) pages, should include:
- Letter of interest with an executive summary and a description of the proposer’s organization’s services and activities, including company organization chart, name and resume for the key staff and other employees who will be directly involved in performing the work.
- Previous experience in Market Destination Representation, International Tourism Marketing and Public Relations
- List of all awards and recognition the company has received.
- Indication of any affiliation or membership with Travel Consortiums or Associations
- Evidence to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Belize Tourism Industry
Interested companies may associate with other companies in the form of a joint venture or a sub-consultancy to enhance their qualifications. It should clearly be indicated in the Expression of Interest submitted, whether the Association is a Joint Venture or a sub-consultancy, and which of the companies is the lead company if a sub consultancy.
Only shortlisted companies will be invited to submit Proposals to provide these representation services in Canada for an initial three-year period.
Activities Timeline Expression of Interest November 15th, 2019 Selection of Shortlisted Companies Notification & Issuing of Official RFP
Week of November 25th, 2019
Submission of Proposals December 31st, 2019 Expressions of Interest should be submitted on or before November 15th, 2019 to:
Director of Tourism
Belize Tourism Board
Email: [email protected]Request for Expression of Interest: Marketing Representation Services in the United States
Deadline: Friday 15th November 2019
The Belize Tourism Board is pleased to invite Expressions of Interest from destination marketing companies to provide high quality Marketing representation services in the United States. The representation services are designed to increase tourist travel from the United States to Belize, and will include, but not be confined to activities such as:
- consumer marketing and promotions
- public relations
- website development and maintenance
- crisis communication
- travel trade promotions
Expressions of Interest, which should be no more than three (3) pages, should include:
- Letter of interest with an executive summary and a description of the proposer’s organization’s services and activities, including company organization chart, name and resume for the key staff and other employees who will be directly involved in performing the work.
- Previous experience in Market Destination Representation, International Tourism Marketing and Public Relations
- List of all awards and recognition the company has received.
- Indication of any affiliation or membership with Travel Consortiums or Associations
- Evidence to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Belize Tourism Industry
Interested companies may associate with other companies in the form of a joint venture or a sub-consultancy to enhance their qualifications. It should clearly be indicated in the Expression of Interest submitted, whether the Association is a Joint Venture or a sub-consultancy, and which of the companies is the lead company if a sub consultancy.
Only shortlisted companies will be invited to submit Proposals to provide these representation services in the United States for an initial three-year period.
Activities Timeline Expression of Interest November 15th, 2019 Selection of Shortlisted Companies Notification & Issuing of Official RFP
Week of November 25th, 2019
Submission of Proposals December 31st, 2019 Expressions of Interest should be submitted on or before November 15th, 2019 to:
Director of Tourism
Belize Tourism Board
Email: [email protected]About the Belize Tourism Board
The Belize Tourism Board (BTB) is a statutory body within the Belize Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation, and it is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation. The BTB works in conjunction with members of the private sector – including the Belize Hotel Association, Belize Tourism Industry Association and Belize National Tour Operators Association – and is dedicated to building tourism in the most economically and environmentally sustainable manner. As a part of its responsibilities, the BTB promotes Belize as a premier tourism destination to both in-country and international consumers. Among its outreach to the international travel market, the BTB markets the country’s unique attractions to travelers, members of the travel trade industry and media outlets in key markets.
The BTB is also dedicated to developing and implementing tourism programs that will help strengthen and grow the Belizean tourism industry; promote good destination stewardship; and instil high quality standards for accommodations and travel experiences. For more information on the BTB and its services, visit www.travelbelize.org.
- British Virgin Islands - Financial Comptroller, HR Director
Deadline: November 21, 2019
Financial Comptroller
The BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission is currently accepting application for a Financial Comptroller. Successful candidate will direct the development and implementation of general policies and procedures regarding the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board finance and accounting activities; directs the activities of professional, paraprofessional and clerical staff in the day-to-day day financial and accounting activities of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board.
Requirements: Master’s degree in Accounting/Business Administration or Finance; ACCA/CPA or other recognized professional accounting certification desirable; At least ten (10) years experience in similar capacity or equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidate must have excellent organization skills and flexibility. Work in a fast-paced environment; high level of professionalism and confidentiality required; excellent customer service experience. BVIslander or Belonger preferred.
Human Resources Director
The BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission is currently accepting application for a dynamic and energetic Human Resources Director. The Human Resources Director will oversee all HR programmes: handle employee relations, manage budgets and expenses; hire employees; facilitate training and development and oversee employee benefits, etc.
Requirements: Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related subject from a four- year reputable college; and six years related experience. Candidate must have an excellent organization skills and flexibility. Ability to interact with staff all levels in a fast-paced environment; high level of professionalism and confidentiality required; excellent customer service experience. BVIslander or Belonger preferred.
For more information about these positions please visit our website at www.bvitourism.com/careers
Applications for either position must be mailed to the following address on or before November 21, 2019.
Human Resources Manager
BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission
P.O. Box 134
Road Town, Tortola, VG1110
British Virgin Islands
- Turks and Caicos Tourist Board – Director of Tourism
Deadline: November 30, 2019
A rewarding career opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Tourist Board, in the post of Director of Tourism. This position is based on Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. The successful candidate will have direct responsibly to ensure that the Turks and Caicos Islands is promoted as a premier destination globally. These promotions are to be carried out in conjunction with the TCI Board of Tourism’s Strategic Plan.
The Tourist Board is responsible for stimulating economic development and providing promotional direction and branding for the Turks and Caicos Islands. The primary objective of the Director of Tourism is to provide excellent quality leadership and executive direction in the following key areas:
- Strategic Positioning and Direction
- Destination Marketing
- Promotions and Public Relations
- Product Development
- Fiscal Responsibility
Responsibilities
- Strategic Positioning and Direction
1. Develop and implement the TCI Board of Tourism’s Strategic Marketing Plan with an aim at increasing local and overseas investment and leisure and corporate travel to the TCI.
2. Manage the activities of the TCI Board of Tourism through excellent leadership. Position the TCI Board of Tourism as the leading promotional body in the area. Develop and maintain the high quality of TCI’s tourism products and services.
3. Execute a leadership role for hospitality and tourism industry with respect to destination marketing, and other core activities of the Board of Tourism.
4. Promote an excellent public image and draw awareness to TCI’s tourism assets, programs, events, cultural, community and tourism resources.
5. Oversee the development of annual advertising plans, creative messaging, and media buys.
6. Direct the collection of market research and statistical data, and general visitor information; ensure distribution of market research and statistical data to relevant sources.
7. Work closely with all tourism stakeholders to facilitate the expansion of tourism in the Turks and Caicos Islands.- Destination Marketing
1. Market TCI as a tourism destination to stimulate economic development; attend consumer and trade shows; oversee familiarization trips, site visits and sales missions in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
2. Build and maintain positive working relationships with Tourism Stakeholders, Government Agencies, and Community Groups; enhance Belonger participation and ownership in the tourism industry.
3. Oversee the development and distribution of brochures, marketing, advertising and other collateral materials.- Promotions and Public Relations
1. Promote TCI as a tourism destination that is the sought after destination in the region.
2. Ensure that collateral materials are appropriately created and distributed to provide the most positive image of TCI tourism.
3. Increase the visibility of the TCI in the media and through public relations with timely placed articles through sought after publications to ensure that a continued relationship and goodwill is in the marketplace, at all times.- Product Development
1. Identify new tourism products based on market and consumer research; maintain and enhance existing tourism products in keeping with the Board of Tourism’s annual product development plan.
2. Develop materials to promote the various tourism products in the TCI
3. Liaise with the Board, Government Departments, Non-governmental Organizations, the Private Sector and other relevant entities to execute Product Development plans and activities.- Fiscal Responsibility
1. Develop and manage annual budget of the organization, operating within established budgetary guidelines as set forth by the Board of Directors.
2. Provide monthly/quarterly/annual reports on tourism activities to the Board, and keep the Board updated and informed on matters of relevance.
3. Prepare annual reports and make presentations on the economic impact of tourism within the Turks and Caicos Islands.
4. Identify sources of financing for marketing, product development, training and other core activities of the organization.- Other
1. Comply with the policies, procedures and guidelines of the TCI Tourist Board.
2. Perform other duties as directed by the Chairman of the Board.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in the travel/tourism industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Five or more years’ experience managing staff in a public sector environment with tourism management experience.
- Management experience with ability to supervise others.
- Ability to represent the Board of Tourism at the highest levels of interaction.
- Considerable knowledge of TCI’s tourism products and services, with the ability to administer all aspects of tourism programs.
- Knowledge, skill and ability to develop and implement marketing and strategic plans.
- Ability to maintain effective relationships with the Board of Directors as well as local and international tourism sector stakeholders and partners in the public and private sector.
- Ability to develop, coordinate and evaluate travel and tourism promotional activities.
- Proficiency in MS Office software, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to communicate effectively both in written format and oral presentation.
- Excellent social and interpersonal skills.
- Good health and high energy level.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Self-managed in a results driven environment.
A dynamic work environment.
Interface with relevant government ministries and departments and tourism private sector entities.
Ability to travel extensively, and at short notice.
Goal accomplishment within an environment of change and flux.
Work hours may extend to evenings, weekends and holidays.SALARY:
Salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications and experience. For consideration please submit the following documents to [email protected] or submit to The Chairman, Turks and Caicos Tourist Board, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands:
Cover Letter
Current Resume
Two (2) reference letters
Current Police Record
Resident StatusOnly persons shortlisted for an interview will be contacted in this regard
APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 30th, 2019
- Nevis Tourism Authority – Chief Executive Officer
Deadline: November 15, 2019
The Nevis Tourism Authority (NTA) seeks a suitably qualified professional to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
The NTA is a statutory company based on Nevis and is charged with the mandate to promote Nevis as a tourism destination. At the NTA, we have an established team that creatively propels tourism on Nevis, to establish Nevis as a premier tourism destination. Join us if you are likewise genuinely committed to making a difference for travelers,
and all others who depend on our tourism industry.Job profile:
To accomplish the NTA’s mission and vision along with the overall management of the NTA. He/She is to pursue organizational objectives to attract visitors to Nevis and implement policies and initiatives approved by the Board of Directors.
Minimum Qualifications
The suitable candidate should have a first degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Management, Finance or Tourism. A higher degree is an asset. At least ten years working experience in a leadership role. Tourism experience and an understanding of Nevis’ tourism product is a plus. Demonstrated leadership ability, team management, and strong communication skills are a must.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
a. The general oversight of all the NTA’s activities locally, regionally and internationally and the management of the day to day operations to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
b. Direction of and communication the entire NTA team.
c. The overall direction and effective operations of the NTA.
d. Collaborate and work with other tourism organizations to establish partnerships to further the promotion of Nevis as a tourism destination.
e. Ensure that annual budgets are prepared and expertly managed.
f. Ensure competent communications with international marketing representatives and tourism industry stakeholders.
g. Design, facilitate and implement an annual marketing plan for the NTA that includes local, regional and international objectives and activities.Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Only qualified candidates should apply by sending their detailed resume or curriculum vitae with a covering letter of application and contact details of two references by November 15, 2019 to:
The Board of Directors
Nevis Tourism Authority
P.O. Box 184
Charlestown, Nevis
or
Email: [email protected]- Call for Tourism Cluster Proposals
