Project Manager Tourism and Destination Development (m/w/d) (80-100%)

Over 190 employees of the FWTM are employed for the Freiburg and the region. Our tasks include economic and tourism promotion, trade fairs and congresses, the operation of event houses and the implementation of major events. The FWTM is responsible for developing the Freiburg site to ensure the attractiveness of the city for citizens and guests. To strengthen our team in the Department of Tourism, Convention Bureau and Events, we are looking for a project manager for tourism and destination development (80-100%) (m/w/d).

Management of and cooperation in tourist projects (including infrastructure improvements, marketing measures, events, digitalisation) to implement the tourism concept (strategic guidelines for tourism in Freiburg); Participation in and support of tourist events Communication of the tourism brand of the city of Freiburg in cooperation with external partners and service providers Development of tourist products and content development for the destination Freiburg, also with the support of external agencies Analysis and assessment in the field of market research and statistics in cooperation with external service providers Recognizing trends and innovations in the field of tourism and their adaptation to the work of tourism promotion in Freiburg Organisation and cooperation in bodies (e.g. tourism advisory board), preparation of decision-making templates and presentations for committee meetings

Completion of tourism-relevant or business-economic studies, or comparable qualification, ideally experience in the areas of destination or event management Interest in tourism topics and trends Experiences with market research and work with tourist KPIs of advantage Communication strength, creativity, high analytical skills and an independent, targeted and structured way of working Good knowledge of English in word and writing, other foreign language skills are advantageous High readiness and time flexibility

An unlimited fixed position (80-100%) Responsibility and freedom of initiative A pleasant working environment in a motivated team A modern and ergonomic workplace with good infrastructure Compatibility of family, private life and occupation (guiding time/hybrid work, workation) 30 days holiday as well as extensive additional benefits such as occupational pensions, Hansefit, JobRad, ÖPNV grant etc. Professional development and training opportunities