CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, Tourism Fiji
Tourism is the largest contributor to the Fijian economy, contributing approximately 34
percent towards the GDP. Visitor arrival in 2014 has been the highest ever recorded in the
Fijian history, which was 692,630 and we are on track to surpass this record in 2015, with a
12.2 percent growth for the 9 months of 2015 compared to the same period in 2014.
Tourism Fiji plays a crucial role in ensuring that the visitor arrivals and the revenue earned is
increasing year on year. Tourism Fiji is a statutory body of the Fijian Government and
responsible for the international marketing of Fiji as an international visitor destination and is
a major driver of Fiji's tourism development.
Therefore, Tourism Fiji seeks a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who is a dynamic, goaloriented
and visionary leader who can shape the organization so that it maximizes returns
for Fiji, contributes effectively to the sustainable long-term success of Fiji's tourism industry.
The applicant must preferably possess a Masters degree in Tourism, Marketing,
Management or relevant qualification, and at least 10 years' experience in related field. The
applicant must be an enthusiastic, innovative team builder with proven business and
administrative skills, high standards of integrity, excellent communication skills and a
thorough knowledge and understanding of the tourism industry. This exciting and rewarding
position is high profile both locally and internationally and only those candidates who are
able to demonstrate the appropriate level of leadership and performance need apply.
An attractive remuneration package will be given, commensurate with qualifications and
experience that the applicant possesses. This is a fulltime position is based in Nadi, Fiji.
Those interested in applying for this position should send their application cover letter and
curriculum vitae or resume to the email or address indicated, no later than 22 November
2015.
Further information on the roles and responsibilities can be found on the Tourism Fiji website
www.fiji.travel and the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism website www.mit.gov.fj