Do you believe that Wellington has a wonderful, world-class recreational trails network and want to share this with the Wellington region and beyond? If you have excellent project management skills and experience in marketing and promotion, this might be the role for you.
About the role
This part-time (20 hrs per week), fixed-term (to June 2023) role is about extending the implementation of the Wellington Regional Trails Framework through championing the Wellington region as a trail destination for all users including walkers, trampers, mountain bikers and horse riders.
Reporting to the Tourism and Visitor Economy Manager, this role is responsible for delivering region-wide projects as outlined in the Regional Trails Three Year programme of work. This includes engaging with key stakeholders, such a trail managers, local government and trail users to help increase trail related tourism.
You will be responsible for:
- Maintaining oversight of the design guidelines for Signature & Regional Trails, considering all aspects of the visitor experience;
- Working alongside WellingtonNZ’s Marketing and Communication team to support the delivery of the regional trails “Find your Wild” marketing strategy;
- Supporting economic development of trail-related businesses and events to enhance the visitor experience;
- Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders.
- Acting as a liaison between councils, DOC and WellingtonNZ to ensure a regionally coordinated approach to trails management;
- Identifying opportunities for sources of funding to support implementation of the Wellington Regional Trails Framework, including preparation of funding applications as required
- Monitoring and reporting on trail data, and providing regular progress reports to relevant stakeholders.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Proven experience in project management, including complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
- In-depth knowledge and passion for Wellington’s regional trails.
- Exceptional people skills with the ability to connect with all our stakeholders.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- A regional focus, with plenty of initiative and a willingness to get out and about.
- Outstanding organisation and planning skills, the ability to manage a dynamic workload and be solutions-focused with a strong attention to detail.
- A qualification in tourism or marketing, or equivalent experience would be an advantage.
Above all else, you’ll have a passion for Wellington and a fantastic attitude.
About us
WellingtonNZ is the agency tasked with making the Wellington region wildly famous. Our organisation is shamelessly passionate about this wild and wonderful region we call home and want to make it famous as the most creative place in New Zealand to live, work, visit and play.
Why people love it here
As an equal opportunity employer, WellingtonNZ truly values its people and is committed to building an inclusive and collaborative culture where everyone can thrive. We also have flexible working options, a wellbeing programme, relaxed working environments that recognises and celebrates success, and encouragement to be yourself.
Our WellingtonNZ core values that are important to us, and guide our team members’ behaviour, are:
- Do it together
- Dare to be different
- Show the passion
- Find the fun
- Focus on the customer
If this sounds like you and you want to be part of a diverse organisation all about making the Wellington region wildly famous, then click to apply with your CV and cover letter.
Applications close at 5pm on Friday 26 November and we will be in touch after this date with an update on your application. For more information on this exciting opportunity, please email [email protected]nnz.com, or you can find a copy of the job description here.
Please note that only applicants with the right to live and work in NZ will be considered.
