Help shape the future of the visitor economy across the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston

Mornington Peninsula Regional Tourism (MPRT) is the official Visitor Economy Partnership for the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston. Working in partnership with the Victorian Government, local government and industry, MPRT provides strategic leadership for the region’s visitor economy.

Our strategy is focused on three clear priorities:

- Driving visitor demand
- Enhancing the visitor experience
- Helping our businesses grow

As we enter this key new chapter, MPRT is seeking expressions of interest from experienced and passionate individuals to join our skills-based Board. Multiple voluntary Director positions are available, including a priority appointment for an experienced Treasurer.

Treasurer

We are particularly seeking a financially experienced Director to serve as Treasurer and contribute to the Board’s Finance, Audit and Risk Committee.

The successful candidate will bring strong financial governance, accounting, audit, risk management and commercial experience. A CA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification would be highly regarded but is not essential.

Other Board positions

We are seeking candidates who understand the opportunities and challenges facing tourism and the broader visitor economy across the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston.

Applications are encouraged from people with experience in one or more of the following areas:

- Tourism, hospitality and the visitor economy
- Small business ownership and operation
- Golf and golf tourism
- Farmgates, food, wine and agritourism
- Wellness and wellbeing tourism




- Nature-based and adventure tourism
- Destination development and visitor experience
- Consumer Events
- Legal, governance, finance, audit and risk
- Sustainability and accessible tourism

Strong knowledge of the Mornington Peninsula and/or Frankston visitor economy will be highly regarded.

About the role

Directors will actively contribute to the strategic direction and effective governance of MPRT, supporting our work to drive demand, enhance the visitor experience and help businesses grow.

Successful candidates will be expected to:

- Apply sound governance and independent judgement
- Contribute constructively to Board discussions and strategic planning
- Understand and uphold the responsibilities of a Director
- Act in the best interests of MPRT and the regional visitor economy
- Participate in relevant Board sub-committees
- Attend and support key industry events
- Serve as an ambassador for MPRT and the region
- Commit sufficient time to prepare for and participate in meetings

The Board meets six times each year, including a full-day strategy session. Directors will also be expected to participate in relevant sub-committee meetings and attend selected industry events. These are voluntary positions.

Selection criteria





Candidates should demonstrate:

- Relevant professional, industry or business experience
- Strategic thinking and sound commercial judgement
- An understanding of contemporary governance and Directors’ responsibilities
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a skills-based Board
- A genuine commitment to a strong, sustainable and inclusive visitor economy
- The capacity to meet the time commitments associated with the role

Previous board experience will be highly regarded but is not essential where candidates can demonstrate relevant governance capability, industry leadership or specialist expertise.

MPRT values diversity of thought, experience and background. We welcome applications from across the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston, including emerging leaders and representatives of the region’s diverse communities and visitor economy sectors.

How to apply

Please submit a confidential application comprising:

- A cover letter outlining your relevant experience, the skills you would bring to the Board and your interest in the visitor economy
- A current résumé
- Confirmation of your availability to meet the role’s time commitments
- An indication of whether you wish to be considered for the Treasurer position

Applications should be emailed to MPRT Board, at [email protected] by 5.00 pm on 16 October 2026 5pm.

Applicants must also self-assess against the Board Skills Matrix.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Angela Cleland via [email protected] or 5925 9346

📌 Board Directors – Multiple Voluntary Positions Available (Melbourne)
🏢 Mornington Peninsula Regional Tourism
📍 Melbourne