Shetland Tourism Association is currently seeking an individual to take on the role of Development Officer for the organisation.

The post will focus on continuing the work of the past 2 years, funded through Shetland Islands Council, Highlands and Islands Enterprise and our own membership fees.

This 18 month post will be offered on a self employed basis, with support provided by the STA Chairperson and Executive Committee. The role will have more of a focus on member support during 2021, with a shift to collaborative and partnership working during the recovery phase for the tourism industry as we move out of the pandemic.

Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending a copy of an up to date CV and covering letter outlining what they feel they can bring to the role, and how their past experience would be a benefit to the organisation.

Applications must be submitted by 5pm on Friday 5th February to emma@realtaevents.co.uk or marked Confidential and posted to Realta Events Management, 14 Alexandra Buildings, Lerwick, ZE1 0LL. Interviews will be held on the afternoon of Friday 12th February and those selected for interview will be notified on Tuesday 9th.

You can download the JOB DESCRIPTION and PERSON SPECIFICATION here.

Any questions ahead of application can be emailed to the Chairperson, Emma Miller at the address above.

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