Destination DC (DDC), the official convention and tourism corporation for our nation's capital, is looking for a dynamic professional who is passionate about Washington, DC and the travel industry to join our organization. Join the team of outstanding professionals at DDC, where we offer excellent benefits, an open workplace culture focused on DEI and have fun promoting the city we love. DDC offers 10% 401-k employer match, 100% of commuter benefits and more. Employees are currently working 2 to 3 days from home.

Position Summary

Hablas Español/Fala Portuguese and you have experience in destination promotion? If yes, this is the ideal position for you. As the Global Tourism Development Manager, you will be responsible for increasing the number of international overnight leisure visitors to Washington, DC through direct and indirect sales and promotions, with focus on the Spanish and Portuguese speaking markets. This position will reports to the Director of Global Tourism Development.

You'll be a great fit if:

1. You are ready to be the face for Destination DC at international trade shows, sales missions and meetings to promote Washington, DC as a travel destination and follow up with all clients and requests.


2. You can develop market-specific action plans to maximize visitation year-round through various marketing and promotion initiatives.


3. You can identify, establish, and maintain relationships with travel trade clients and partners in targeted Spanish and Portuguese speaking markets.


4. You understand the importance of those client connections and relationships.


5. You are ready to manage the day-to-day in-market activities with our representation offices in Mexico and Brazil.


6. You thrive in educating clients and partners on DC travel products through sales calls, presentations, training programs, familiarization tours, promotional literature, etc.


7. You have a solid understanding of business building and how to identify and assist secondary feeder markets for potential growth and market changes.


8. You thrive in organization and understanding the importance of maintaining detailed database and trace files of clients and partners and producing reports of sales activities as needed.


9. You enjoy participating and service client/member special requests and attend local, regional and national hospitality industry functions and organizations as appropriate.


10. You enjoy staying abreast of industry trends and conditions.


11. You have extensive knowledge of and enthusiasm for Washington, DC and its facilities.

What You Bring: Experience, Competencies & Education

1. A college degree or equivalent professional experience in the travel trade industry with preference in tourism promotion management and hospitality.


2. A professional proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese, written and oral.


3. Demonstrated 3-5 years' experience working in/with Spanish and/or Portuguese speaking international markets in sales and/or destination promotion roles.


4. An interest in travel domestically and internationally (up to 40%) and work evenings and weekends as needed.


5. Proven knowledge of international markets and their diversity.


6. Great enthusiasm for promoting Washington, DC and its assets.


7. Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and destination management software systems


8. Must be able to legally work in the United States of America

To Apply: Submit, cover letter, resume and writing samples at: http://www.washington.org/careers.

DESTINATION DC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We welcome all to apply and are committed to retaining, hiring, developing, and promoting diverse talent. We recognize and celebrate cultural differences within our organization by establishing opportunities for education and allyship. Please reach out to us if you need accommodations with an application.