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WDMO - Job Opportunity - October 27, 2008

MARKETING MANAGER
Western Destination Marketing Organization
A resourceful and driven marketing professional is required to join the Western
Destination Marketing Organization (WDMO) team. Reporting to the Executive
Director, the Marketing Manager has the responsibility for overseeing and managing all
marketing, advertising and promotional activities, leading the development and
maintenance of strategies to meet WDMO objectives. This career opportunity requires
a dynamic marketer with excellent communication skills, the ability to quickly develop
business relationships and one who is constantly identifying innovative ways to develop
and promote the region.
The ideal candidate will possess:
• 5+ years of marketing experience at a senior level within the tourism sector
• Proven track record in developing, maintaining and delivering on marketing strategies
• An ability to work flexible hours and travel nationally and internationally
• Strong budget management experience
• Demonstrated superior time management, written and oral communication skills
• Networking ability with existing strategic relationships and business contacts
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM solutions
The WDMO has been formed to market Western Newfoundland and Southern Labrador
as a world class, all season destination, with a primary focus on generating additional
awareness of the region and what it has to offer from a tourism perspective, increasing
external visitors and correspondingly contributing significantly to the region’s economic
development and prosperity. From its inception in 2007, the result of a determined
collaborative partnership within the tourism sector of the region, the WDMO has been
proactive in its evolution and today requires a full time experienced Marketing Manager
to continue this growth.
For further information or to apply for this
exciting opportunity please forward a
resume and covering letter with your salary
expectation to careers@westernnl.com.
(Application closing date – October 31st 2008.)