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Murray River Region Tourism Ltd trading as Murray Regional Tourism is a unique and highly successful Regional Tourism Organisation in Australia that includes areas within the two states, Victoria and New South Wales, and is responsible for providing overarching tourism strategy for the Murray region.

Murray Regional Tourism is a partnership between 13 Local Councils, Visit Victoria, Destination New South Wales and the tourism industry. The skills based Board of Directors, with an Independent Chair, has the overall responsibility for the successful coordination and development of tourism across the Murray region.

An opportunity exists for an Independent Chair and Non Executive Director.

Ideally the applicants will be a graduates of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) or similar governance training.

The Board has a minimum of 6 meetings per annum with a minimum of four of these face-to-face meetings held in region and the remainder via teleconference. In addition Board members are also involved in Committees of the Board.

 

Independent Chair

The Independent Chairperson leads the Board of Directors and ensures that Murray River Region Tourism Ltd (Murray Regional Tourism) is governed effectively in accordance with its Constitution, legal obligations, and stakeholder expectations. The Independent Chair receives an annual allowance of $25,000.

This role plays a critical leadership function in shaping the organisation’s strategy, strengthening partnerships, and overseeing high standards of governance, performance, and integrity.

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Non Executive Director

As a member of Murray Regional Tourism Board, each director plays a pivotal role in shaping MRT’s strategic direction, ensuring robust governance, and promoting sustainable growth of the visitor economy in the Murray region.

Each director provides leadership, independent insight, and professional expertise to guide MRT’s strategy, risk oversight, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance.

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Application Process

To apply, please submit the following:

  • A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria
  • A current CV
  • Contact details for three professional referees

Submit applications via email to: [email protected]
Applications close: Monday, 21st July 2025 at 4.00 pm
Enquiries: 03 5480 7110