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organization	location	position	closing date
University of Guelph	Guelph, Ontario, Canada	Aboriginal Post-Doctoral Fellowship	2018-07-25
Job Description: The University of Guelph is pleased to announce that the Aboriginal Post-Doctoral Fellowship competition is open! Worth $45,000 per year for up to 2 years and with and additional $5,000 travel fund each year, this Fellowship has been established to encourage recent (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) post-doctoral graduates (within the past three years) to pursue a program of research and scholarship at the University of Guelph in any discipline. One Fellowship will be awarded for commencement by January 2019. Eligible applicants should apply to the Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (grschol@uoguelph.ca) with the following package: • Research Proposal (max. 1 page) • Significance of Research Contributions (max. 1 page) • Bibliography • Supervisor’s Statement • Curriculum Vitae • Two letters of reference (submitted directly to the Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies) • Letter outlining Special Circumstances (if needed) APPLICATION INFORMATION: Complete details for applicants are available on the Completion and Postdoctoral Awards section of the Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies’ website under “Postdoctoral Research Awards,” and “Aboriginal Postdoctoral Fellowship”. Visit website for job details: Click Here

Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau	Honolulu, Hawaii	Director of Market Insights	2018-06-30
Job Description: The Director of Market Insights is a management position reporting to the Vice President of Market Insights & CRM. The Director is responsible for overseeing all Market Insights work, functions, and staff, and representing the Vice President as needed. Responsible for monitoring consumer, economic, business, airline, leisure travel, and business meetings trends and advising on their impact on the destination and HVCB and its programs; overseeing marketing effectiveness research and analysis; providing foundational research for HVCB’s annual brand management (marketing) plan; and developing revenue generation research strategies and products for HVCB. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned) Develops analysis of trends affecting tourism in Hawai‘i and HVCB programs. Conducts special analyses as needed, including written reports and articles. Analyzes data collected and processed by research contractors, as well as research purchased by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (e.g., Longwood’s International, DK Shifflet, TravelTrakAmerica, MMGY travelhorizons, Diio Mi, etc.). Works with the Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer in the development and implementation of research projects to support marketing Hawai‘i as a leisure and business meetings destination. Oversees drafting of contracts for the provision of services by outside research vendors. Supports state government representatives in development and implementation of tourism-related research efforts. Provides HVCB staff members with research and analysis Makes public presentations of research information. Develops annual budgets and oversees expenses of the Market Insights Department. Prepares monthly budget forecast. Reviews all analyses and reports prepared by staff members for publication. Conducts annual performance appraisals of Market Insights staff. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Trains and supervises Market Insights staff that may include Manager of Market Insights, Market Insights Analyst, and temporary employees or interns assigned to assist on department projects. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in marketing, research, economics or related field from accredited 4-year college or university Prefer five years or more in tourism-related market research, particularly market analyses Prefer 10 years or more of market research experience including secondary research experience Prefer two years or more supervising other employees Additional or concurrent experience in tourism-related fields such as hospitality, transportation, and/or destination promotion are preferred COMMUNICATION SKILLS Ability to deal professionally and courteously with staff, HVCB members, the news media, travel journalists, and the public. Ability to communicate research information, conclusions and recommendations clearly and concisely, including the ability to present research to large meetings. MATHEMATICAL / REASONING ABILITY General knowledge and understanding of the methods of survey research, consumer panel research, qualitative research techniques, statistical analysis, and secondary and primary data analyses. Ability to read, understand and interpret secondary research materials; to analyze data printouts; and possess a working knowledge of survey research methods. PROJECT MANAGEMENT Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks and complete work on time and accurately. TECHNICAL/COMPUTER SKILLS Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint; Adobe Acrobat, Chrome, and Outlook. Working knowledge with an ability to master SPSS-PC, SimpleviewCRM, SurveyGizmo, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign), and other travel industry-specific software such as Diio Mi. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must be able to endure frequent and/or prolonged air and automobile travel; a personal driver’s license is preferred. SALARY To be determined GRADE Exempt APPLICATION INFORMATION Submit cover letter and resume to jobs@hvcb.org No phone calls will be accepted. Download job description: Click Here

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