Murray River Region Tourism Ltd (trading as Murray River Regional Tourism) is the peak tourism
organisation responsible for leading the sustainable development and growth of the visitor economy
across the Murray River region.
We are a member-based company limited by guarantee. Our region spans 13 local government
areas in Victoria and New South Wales from Albury to Mildura, and our organisation is funded
through a strategic partnership between Local Government, the Victorian Government, Destination
NSW, and the regional tourism industry.
The MRT Board comprises an independent Chair, Skills Based Non-Executive Directors(“Skills
Based”) and Local Government Area Appointed Directors. A Finance, Audit and Risk Management
Committee and a Governance Committee support the Board’s decision-making processes.
The organisation is entering a vital phase with a new three-year Strategic Plan being finalised for
release in 2027, and a recent Destination Management Plan earmarked for launch during this next
strategic period.
As a member of the Board, each Director is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping MRT’s
strategic direction, engaging in thoughtful discussion and decision making, ensuring robust
governance, and promoting sustainable growth of the visitor economy in the Murray River region.
Each Director provides leadership, independent insight, and professional expertise to guide MRT’s
strategy, risk oversight, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
To be considered as a Director on the MRT Board, you will have non-executive director and or senior
executive experience. We are seeking candidates with demonstrable experience in Digital Marketing
& Analytics; and/or Data Insight & Tourism Forecasting; and/or Ai digital literacy. Formal
qualifications in governance through the Australian Institution of Company Directors, or similar, is
Appointments to the Board are for an initial three-year period.
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Applications close: Friday 14 August 2026 at 4:00pm.
Short-listed applicants may be expected to attend a Panel interview held within the Murray River
region.
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Your application will include the following questions:
- Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Have you completed a qualification in business administration?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Non-Executive Director?
- Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment background check?
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