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Partner Program Coordinator

$45,000 - $50,000 yearly
  • American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association
  • 6000 Uptown Boulevard Northeast suite 150, Albuquerque, NM, USA
  • Sep 18, 2023
Full time Other

Job Description

This position is responsible for ensuring the success of a pilot program to support outreach, engagement, technical assistance and training and support for the development of revised Pacific Northwest Trail (PNT) trail markers. This project provides a unique opportunity for engagement with historic and current Native Nations and communities associated with the PNT. To be successful in this role, you will bring excellent communication, administrative, and technical skills as well as the ability to interface professionally with partners.

More information about the position can be found on the website under "AIANTA Job Opportunities",
American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association
About American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association

About AIANTA

For nearly two decades, the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) has served as the national voice for American Indian nations engaged in cultural tourism. In addition to serving as the voice for Indian Country tourism, AIANTA provides technical assistance and training to Tribal nations and Native-owned enterprises engaged in tourism, hospitality and recreation.

Our Mission

To define, introduce, grow and sustain American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian tourism that honors traditions and values.

What We Do

Education & Training
Education is the heartbeat of our work at AIANTA.

  • Go International: This two-day training held every January introduces Tribes and tribal businesses to the international tourism market.
  • The American Indian Tourism Conference: In partnership with a tribal organization, AIANTA hosts the only national conference dedicated to Indian Country tourism every September.
  • Cultural Heritage Tourism Certificate Program: Every fall, in partnership with the George Washington University, AIANTA presents an online certificate program, designed to help tourism professionals and tribal planners hone their cultural tourism skills.

Visitor Outreach
AIANTA oversees an extensive global outreach program.

  • Information Gathering Sessions: To continue to identify, advocate for and provide the training needs to support the growth of Indian Country tourism, AIANTA is organizing a series of formal listening sessions and information gathering sessions around the country.
  • Domestic Trade Shows: AIANTA maintains a robust presence at the top Native association trade shows around the country, including the National Indian Gaming Association, the National Congress of American Indians, the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development and many more.
  • International Marketing: AIANTA’s international outreach efforts include attendance at key shows in the U.K., Germany and Italy, including Brand USA Travel Week, Showcase USA Italy, ITB–Berlin, as well as the U.S. Travel Association’s international trade show, IPW.

NativeAmerica.travel
The leading travel resource for travelers planning a visit to Indian Country.

The site features dozens of unique Indian Country experiences and more than 220 Native-owned businesses.

Each federally recognized and state-recognized tribe can claim a dedicated page to showcase and promote their attractions, from hotels and resorts, RV parks and campgrounds to museums, cultural centers, annual events, sporting activities and much more.

Tribes, tribal enterprises and Native-owned hospitality businesses are encouraged to share their unique cultural experiences by securing a complimentary listing now by visiting NativeAmerica.travel/admin.

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