Details: VisitCanberra leads the Australian Capital Territory and region tourism industry to create and implement a range of programs that aim to grow the value of tourism to the ACT economy. We are seeking a motivated and collaborative Partnerships and Distribution Officer – Western Markets to join our International Markets and Programs team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of the tourism industry, who is passionate about building awareness of Canberra among travel trade partners and helping tourism businesses connect with distribution channels. The successful applicant will:
- Coordinate the delivery of the Aussie Specialist Program and other travel agent education initiatives, building destination knowledge, product awareness and advocacy for Canberra among travel trade partners across key Western markets.
- Build and maintain relationships with key travel trade, including travel agents, wholesalers, inbound tour operators, and industry associations, supporting the growth of Canberra's presence within the tourism distribution network.
- Apply their understanding of tourism distribution to support the development of packaging and promotion of Canberra tourism products through travel trade channels.




- Assist in the delivery of partnership marketing initiatives and cooperative campaigns with distribution partners across key Western markets.
- Manage and deliver programs that enhance the trade readiness, distribution capability and bookability of Canberra tourism products and experiences. This role reports to the Assistant Director, Partnerships and Distribution within VisitCanberra’s International Markets and Programs team. Eligibility/Other

requirements:

- Qualifications in and/or knowledge of the tourism industry is desirable
- Current Australian driver’s licence
- Ability to work flexible schedule and travel interstate and/or internationally as required Note: This is a temporary position available from December 2026 to December 2028 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. This vacancy is backfilling a period of leave for the nominal occupant. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Please note, this position operates in a workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.

How to Apply
For further information, please visit www.jobs.act.gov.au.

📌 Partnerships and Distribution Officer – Western Markets (Canberra)
🏢 Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
📍 Canberra