Our client, Solomon Islands Visitors Bureau (SIVB) trading as Tourism Solomons is a statutory body established under the Solomon Islands Visitors Bureau Act with responsibility for promoting, developing and supporting tourism in Solomon Islands.

SIVB is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organisation in delivering its strategic mandate. Reporting to the Chairman and Board of Directors, the CEO will provide both strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the effective implementation of Board priorities and strengthening institutional performance. This is a high-impact leadership role suited to a commercially astute and results-driven executive with the ability to lead tourism development, drive organisational performance, and build strong partnerships across government, industry, and development stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership of SIVB in alignment with Board direction and statutory objectives.
• Implement Board-approved strategies, policies, and annual work plans.
• Lead tourism development, destination marketing, and industry growth initiatives.
• Ensure effective financial management, budgeting, and accountability systems.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with Government, industry stakeholders, and development partners.
• Lead and develop staff, fostering a high-performing organisational culture.
• Ensure compliance with legal, governance, and reporting obligations.
• Promote and strengthen the Tourism Solomons brand locally, regionally, and internationally.
• Provide regular reports and strategic advice to the Board on organisational performance.

Qualifications and experience:

• Tertiary qualification in Tourism, Hospitality, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant industry experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic leadership, financial oversight and organisational management.
• Strong understanding of tourism development and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship management skills.

If you have any queries, please send them to [email protected] with the subject line as "TS-CEO". 

Applicants must apply online by Monday, 22 June 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.