[ref. a48235702] Development Officer – Tourism and Sustainability Focus
Ballyhoura Development CLG Limerick
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Job Description- 3586730957031;-8.47030258178711;Ballyhoura Centre , Main Street , Kilfinane , Co. Limerick , V35 T2P3
The Development Officer will contribute to the socio-economic development of the region by supporting sustainable tourism actions, culture and heritage initiatives, community-led tourism efforts, food tourism initiatives and regional collaboration.
Strategic Development & Coordination- Drive and implement sustainable and regenerative tourism initiatives, including the actions set out within the Ballyhoura Destination & Experience Development Plan.
- Coordinate and implement actions set out within the Ballyhoura Sustainability Action Plan.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders and other agencies including but not limited to, Ballyhoura Heritage & Environment, Ballyhoura Failte, Fáilte Ireland and Local Authorities.
- Provide administration and tourism development support to Ballyhoura Failte.
- Participate in and support transnational projects.
- Contribute to the development of outdoor recreation tourism within Ballyhoura
- Provide information and support to tourism business, community groups to access and participate in appropriate tourism, sustainability, cultural, heritage programmes, initiatives and activities.
- Assist in the development and delivery of community tourism, heritage and cultural initiatives, including training, governance, business planning and funding advice.
- Support the growth of unique tourism initiatives, e.g. food tourism, festivals and events, community heritage etc.
- Promote and expand the membership of the Ballyhoura Sustainable Tourism Network.
- Help communities understand their role in tourism and recognise their contribution to visitor experience and the regions tourism development.
- Develop innovative, sustainable tourism products in collaboration with tourism providers.
- Develop the skills and capacity within the management, staffing and governance structures of local tourism and heritage networks and other special interest groups.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance local experiences.
- Design and implement themed itineraries (e.g., food, heritage, wellness).
- Facilitate bundling and cross-promotion of services.
- Align with the communications and marketing team on messaging and promotions.
- Maintain tourism events database and support flagship events.
- Represent Ballyhoura at tourism events and workshops.
- Submit tenders and proposals for funding for and on behalf of Ballyhoura Development and other interested parties / stakeholders.
- Assist entrepreneurs, potential entrepreneurs and community groups in making funding applications
- This vacancy is suitable for Remote/Blended working
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