・Manage research on tourism issues, this includes the development of concept notes, drafting agreements, managing consultants, coordinating the publication process, and being responsible for the quality of the final product;

・Serve as a focal point promoting communication between UNWTO Headquarters, Member States, and UNWTO Affiliate Members;

・Prepare and engage in thematic lectures and presentations domestically and abroad;

・Provide event logistics support (i.e. program development, drafting invitations, speaker research, travel arrangements, and on-site event management, among others.);

・Develop event and activity concepts and corresponding materials in line with UNWTO standards;

・Actively collaborate with other UN agencies, NGOs, and universities in the region;

・Select UNWTO research publications for translation and dissemination to stakeholders in Japan;

・Other duties as assigned.

・An advanced university degree (Masters’ degree or equivalent) in tourism, hospitality management, business administration, communications, urban planning, sustainability, environmental studies, public policy or other related fields is desirable. A bachelor’s degree in combination with qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

・At least 2 years of work experience in a related field.

・Knowledge and understanding of tourism and sustainable development theories, concepts, and approaches;

・Strong planning and organizational skills;

・Time and project management skills;

・Excellent internal and external communicator;

・Comfort with public speaking;

・Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally;

・EUR 30,000/ year, including approximately EUR 7,500/ year which will be deducted as Tax and Social Security. These figures are subject to change by the fluctuation of currency rate.
 

Interested applicants should send by email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample* in English to　Ms. Hiroko Suzuki, Manager of Programme and International Affairs, at hsuzuki@unwto-ap.org.  

This is not a UN position. The Asia-Pacific Tourism Exchange Center (APTEC) is the supporting body of UNWTO RSOAP and serves as the only contracting body for this position. All hiring procedures are done independently by APTEC and they follow Japanese employment laws. APTEC is an incorporated foundation under the Act on General Incorporated Associations and General Incorporated Foundation.

There is no guarantee either that the initial contract will be renewed or that a career appointment within UNWTO will subsequently be offered.