Tourism Development Planner - India - RADIANT

Description

Job Title:Tourism Development Planner

Job Description:We are seeking a dynamic Tourism Development Planner to join our team. As a Tourism Development Planner, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction and sustainable growth of tourism destinations through comprehensive planning and development initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct market research and analysis to identify tourism trends, opportunities, and challenges.
• Develop comprehensive tourism development plans, strategies, and policies to enhance visitor experiences, support local economies, and protect natural and cultural resources.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including government agencies, tourism boards, local communities, and private sector partners, to align tourism development efforts with community needs, aspirations, and values.
• Design destination marketing campaigns, promotional materials, and visitor information resources to attract target markets and drive tourism demand.
• Integrate sustainability principles into tourism planning and development initiatives, promoting responsible tourism practices, environmental conservation, and socio-cultural integrity.
• Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) technologies to analyze spatial data and support evidence-based decision-making in tourism planning and development.
• Lead community engagement and stakeholder consultation processes to solicit input, build consensus, and foster ownership of tourism development initiatives.
• Prepare feasibility studies, business plans, and financial models to assess the economic viability and financial sustainability of tourism projects and investments.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of tourism development plans, tracking progress against objectives, indicators, and performance targets.
• Stay updated on emerging trends, innovations, and best practices in tourism planning, destination management, and sustainable tourism development.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Tourism/Urban Planning or equivalent.
• M.Phil/Ph.D/Post-Doctoral in the same field is preferable.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Development Plans/Structural Plans/Action Plans with experience in GIS/RS based Development plans.
• Experience leading area-based planning assignments with regard to Local Area Plans.
• Familiarity with coastal zone and island tourism development is desirable.
• Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse cultural and geographic contexts.
• Commitment to sustainable tourism principles and ethical tourism practices.