Description
SPECTACULAR JOB OPPORTUNITY with Northwest Territories Tourism
Are you passionate about the Northwest Territories and all it has to offer? Are you excited by the world of marketing and want to be part of a dynamic, energetic team working in a globally competitive market to promote the NWT as a must-visit destination? At Northwest Territories Tourism, we showcase one of the most breathtaking places on Earth—where aurora dance across the sky, adventure awaits around every corner, and vibrant Indigenous cultures create unforgettable experiences. If you’re looking for a role where your work makes a real impact and help share the magic of the North with the world, this opportunity may be for you!
Northwest Territories Tourism (NWTT) is a dynamic and diverse organization that acts as both the Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for the Northwest Territories and the Industry Association (TIA) for tourism operators across the Northwest Territories.
The Marketing Project Coordinator is a member of a broader marketing team responsible for promoting the NWT as a spectacular destination.
Responsibilities
The Marketing Project Coordinator is a member of a broader marketing team responsible for promoting the NWT as a spectacular destination. Working out of the Northwest Territories Tourism office in Yellowknife, this position :
- Marketing Plan Development and Implementation – Coordinates planning meetings with stakeholders, prepares annual marketing plans and budgets, coordinates all marketing activities with the Agency of Record and internal teams, and ensures projects track to approved timelines and budgets.
- Financial Administration – Records planned expenses, processes invoices, ensures proper coding and budget tracking, and provides monthly financial reporting to the Marketing Director.
- Agency of Record Project Management – Attends relevant coordination meetings, tracks action items and deadlines, ensures timely communication of decisions and feedback, and manages project briefs and scopes of work.
- Contract and Documentation Oversight – Reviews and ensures approval of project briefs and contracts, maintains organized filing systems, and verifies invoices against approved budgets and project scopes.
- Internal Team Coordination – Works with the Travel Trade Manager, Meida Relations and Events, Business and Partnership Specialists to coordinate projects aligned with strategic priorities and marketing objectives.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
The level of knowledge, skills and abilities required to deliver all aspects of this position are commonly acquired through a diploma or undergraduate degree in marketing or business administration, combined with two to five years of experience in a marketing position with a Destination Marketing Organization, government tourism office or private sector business. Equivalencies will be considered.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of destination marketing organization principles, strategic marketing planning, and tourism marketing best practicesKnowledge of event management and industry practicesKnowledge of budget administration, financial reporting, and project accountingKnowledge of the tourism industry in the Northwest TerritoriesProficiency with project management tools (such as ASANA)Strong organizational and attention to detail in managing multiple projects and budgets simultaneouslyStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to prepare, coordinate, and present marketing plans and reportsAbility to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partnersAbility to manage sensitive relationships with organizational stakeholdersAbility to plan, coordinate, and implement project activities within established timelines and budgetsAbility to work in cross-cultural and multicultural environmentsAbility to assist in preparing and administering program budgets and contractsAbility to deal with a demanding environment involving multiple deadlines, competing priorities, and high-volume workloadStrong computer skills in Outlook, Microsoft Word, and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft ExcelAbility to learn and adapt to new software systems and tools as neededAbility to work effectively in cross-cultural and multicultural environments.Experience supporting budget preparation and contract administration.Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment with a demanding workload, competitive tourism suppliers, and strict deadlines.