Tourism Adviser, Bougainville (1868)

Closing Date: 28 May 2012

Interview: June 22nd and 23rd (Applicants will be required for both days)

Pre-departure Briefing: September 26th to 29th

Expected in Field: October 2012

Position Term: 2 years

Promote sustainable tourism development in Bougainville.

The Tourism Adviser will work with the Bougainville Tourism Office and the Bougainville Tourism Industry Association to further their mutual goal of developing the tourism industry for the benefit of the economy, environment and people of Bougainville. In consultation with current staff, the volunteer will ensure the industry has operating systems and marketing strategies in place that meets the needs of office staff and tourism businesses, and supports the steady growth of in-bound tourists.

There are growing numbers of tourists to Bougainville, with substantial interest from relatives of the servicemen who spent time in Bougainville in WW2. The battle that took place in Empress Augusta Bay involved tens of thousands of Japanese, Americans, Australians, New Zealanders, and others. The huge military dump still there is attracting international attention, and presents an exciting tourism opportunity for Bougainville. Additionally, Bougainville’s active crater lakes, caves and mountainous terrain provide opportunities for a thriving adventure/eco-tourism industry.

This is a two year assignment and accommodation will be a house or flat in Buka.

 

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3: Submit your completed VSA Application form and current CV to:

EMAIL
volunteer@vsa.org.nz

POST
Volunteer Recruitment Unit, VSA
PO Box 12246, Thorndon, Wellington 6144