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Community Economic Development
Job highlights
- Apply your marketing expertise to tell Moldova’s story and attract tourists to the “hidden gem” of Europe.
- Learn basic Romanian phrases and practice communicating with colleagues and community members.
- Gain a deeper understanding of Moldova’s rich culture in person.
Moldova • Europe
In partnership with: National Tourism Office Moldova
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Apply by
August 15, 2026Know by
October 1, 2026Depart on
March 14, 2027Duration
9 monthsAbout the project
Looking for a rewarding way to share your marketing skills and passion for travel? Moldova’s National Tourism Office is looking to learn strategic marketing practices and tools to drive tourist interest with your support.
Moldova’s National Tourism Office identified a critical need to develop a marketing strategy and more robust digital presence. Marketing has become a top priority for Moldova’s National Tourism Office because the country’s tourism sector has not fully recovered from a steep decline during the pandemic, when visitor numbers fell dramatically and revenues dropped by about one‑third. Although recent years show gradual improvement, occupancy rates and international visibility remain low, signaling the need for stronger promotion efforts. The team has historically relied on traditional, non-digital methods and lack specialized branding, content creation, and data-driven marketing skills, which limits their ability to compete in a modern tourism landscape. Strengthening their digital skills is especially important now, as the office’s website and social media platforms have only recently been relaunched.
As a Tourism Marketing Specialist, you will collaborate with the National Tourism Office’s marketing team to improve strategic promotion, digital presence, and community-based tourism initiatives. Together, you will strengthen the partner’s digital footprint and build international awareness of the country. Your collective efforts will result in increased tourist interest and contribute to the country’s long-term sustainable tourism growth.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Moldova project page.
Required skills
Qualified candidates will have the following criteria:
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or hospitality and tourism.
AND
Three years of experience in tourism marketing and/or hospitality planning and project implementation.
Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.
Required behavioral competencies
These competencies are essential for all service assignments and are assessed in the application and interview process:
Motivation for and commitment to service
Adaptability and open-mindedness
Problem solving and resourcefulness
Behavioral maturity and professionalism
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How you and the community will make an impact together:
Conduct a marketing needs assessment and analyze current promotional activities.
Develop a comprehensive marketing and communication strategy.
Create or improve digital marketing campaigns, including social media, website content, and newsletters.
Develop branding and storytelling guidelines for tourist destinations in Moldova.
Organize and deliver training workshops for local tourism stakeholders.
Establish monitoring and evaluation tools to track marketing performance.
Provide recommendations for partnerships and international promotion opportunities
You may also work on additional projects that meet community interests and priorities, such as an English club.
Volunteers live primarily in independent apartments but may live with a host family if indicated and discussed ahead of time. Housing is located near the work site, but Volunteers should be aware that rush-hour commutes can take up to an hour.
Learn more about the living conditions, including detailed information on culture, communications, housing, and health/crime statistics on our Moldova country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
Meet a Volunteer in Moldova
Lily W.
English Education Volunteer
"Before joining the Peace Corps, I don’t think I realized how much hospitality matters. My community—my host parents, co-teachers, and other colleagues—have been incredibly welcoming and generous."
See full Volunteer profile
After a two-week orientation, you will move to the capital city where you will collaborate with the National Tourism Moldova office. You will work with the partner to assess their needs and develop a work plan in line with their established goals.
Peace Corps/Moldova will equip you with basic Romanian language skills and you may work with a local tutor who can continue building language skills to help you connect with the community.
To learn more about serving as a couple in Moldova, visit the country page.
Application process
From application to departure takes around nine months. Learn about the application process for Volunteer opportunities.
Medical/legal clearance
You will need to be cleared medically and legally in order to serve in Moldova. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
