The successful candidates will need to exhibit a determination to offer effective support for tourism in the South West. They are likely to have a record of achievement and influence in tourism and the visitor economy, or a related field in the region, and have the ability to command respect in that field.
Candidates must have considerable experience of working at Board or senior level in a strategic context and have an understanding of the importance of tourism to the region and challenges faced by the industry.
A candidate for Non-Executive Director may come from
private businesses,
Local Authorities,
other public sector bodies,
academia, or
another relevant tourism related organisation.
The candidate may be owner/operator or senior executive of a private sector tourism enterprise from any sector of the industry (e.g. accommodation, attraction etc.), or someone with an extensive knowledge of tourism development with a real drive to help steer the delivery of a high quality sustainable tourism offering in the region.
In addition, the Chairman of the Board must have worked successfully at Board level in a commercial organisation and have a proven record of leadership and dealing with stakeholders at a senior level in the private and public sectors.
Career experience in tourism is not a prerequisite but an in-depth understanding and interest in tourism and its place in the economy of the South West of England are essential for these positions.
Candidates must be willing and able to commit to approximately 10 days per annum. The Chairman of the Board will be expected to do more. A nominal remuneration package is available.
Further information is available on South West Tourism link below.
To apply for a position of Non Executive Director and Chairman of the Board, please write a covering letter stating your motivation for applying, any particular interest areas, skills or experience and what you would bring to South West Tourism, together with your C.V. to:
Mrs A. Harborne, South West Tourism, Woodwater Park, Exeter, EX2 5WT or email aharborne@swtourism.co.uk.
For those interested in applying for Chairman of the Board, apply as above and indicate your interest in this position.
Closing date for applications: 4pm, 6 January 2009. Interviews will be held on 19 and 20 January 2009.
