CEO

Visit Stellenbosch, the leading tourism destination marketing organisation, located in Stellenbosch, is looking for a Chief Executive Officer with a passion for tourism and regional stakeholder development. The role is suited for a individual with strong relationship building skills and ability to navigate complex challenges within the tourism-, wine- and hospitality spheres within the larger Stellenbosch areas.

The CEO will report the Board, and will provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for Visit Stellenbosch. This role is responsible for driving the organization’s mission to promote Stellenbosch as a premier travel destination, enhancing the region's brand, and ensuring sustainable tourism development. The CEO will work closely with the Board, various travel, accommodation, wine, activities and other key stakeholders, including local government and communities, to achieve the organization's goals.

Key Performance Areas include: *Strategic Leadership *Marketing and Promotion *Stakeholder Engagement *Financial Management of business *Team Management *Operational Oversight *Sustainability and Development.

Essential qualifications, skills, and experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Tourism Management, Environmental Science, or a related field;
• Minimum 10 years' experience in the tourism industry;
• Financial management experience and understanding of business and budgetary processes are essential;
• Ability to adapt strategies and tactics in response to changing market conditions and emerging opportunities;
• Ability to engage with variety of stakeholders (local government/tourism bodies);
• Excellent and proven communication skills as the face and voice of Stellenbosch tourism.

Please apply online at www.m3online.co.za before 09:00 on 30 September 2024.

For general enquiries, contact our team at M3 Human Capital Management on 021 863 1444.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If you don’t hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.