Mid-Western Regional Council

Destination Engagement Partner

Destination Engagement Partner

Mid-Western Regional Council | Mudgee, NSW
Full-Time | 19-Day Month

Ready to help shape the future of tourism in one of regional New South Wales most recognised visitor destinations?

Mid-Western Regional Council is seeking a passionate and proactive Destination Engagement Partner to strengthen industry relationships, support tourism operators, and help grow the visitor economy across our thriving region.

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer, the Destination Engagement Partner plays a key role in growing the Mid-Western Region's visitor economy through industry engagement, partnership development and tourism investment. Working closely with local tourism operators, industry organisations and key stakeholders, you will strengthen industry capability, coordinate engagement initiatives, and connect businesses with opportunities that enhance visitor experiences and support regional growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for a tourism professional who enjoys building strong industry relationships, embracing new challenges, and contributing to initiatives that create lasting benefits for the region.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to the growth and success of one of regional Australia's most vibrant tourism destinations
• Join a small, high-performing team that delivers significant outcomes for the region
• Work closely with local tourism operators, industry organisations and key stakeholders
• Coordinate industry events, workshops and engagement initiatives that make a real impact
• Flexible working hours and work-from-home opportunities
• Experience the outstanding lifestyle, food, wine and community that our region is renowned for

About You

You are a relationship-focused professional with a passion for tourism, stakeholder engagement and regional development.

You will bring:

• Tertiary
  qualifications in tourism, marketing, communications, business, events or a
  related field, or demonstrated equivalent industry experience (minimum 5 years).
• Proven
  experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership development, preferably
  within a tourism, marketing or economic development context.
• Demonstrated
  ability to develop and deliver industry-facing strategies, campaigns or events
  that drive participation, investment or collaboration.
• Strong
  understanding of the tourism sector and the role of local, regional and state
  tourism bodies in destination marketing and visitor servicing.
• Excellent
  written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing
  professional reports, presentations, funding submissions or industry
  communications.
• Ability
  to interpret tourism data, research and trends to inform strategy and
  engagement activities.
• Demonstrated
  project coordination and organisational skills with the ability to manage
  multiple priorities, meet deadlines and deliver results.
• High
  level of interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively with
  diverse stakeholders, resolve issues, and maintain productive working
  relationships.
• Competence
  in using Microsoft Office and digital communication tools, with a willingness
  to adopt new platforms as needed.
• Current
  Class C driver’s licence and the ability to travel within and outside the
  region.
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check 

This role requires a satisfactory National Police History Criminal Check prior to commencing.

Working Arrangements

This position works standard business hours of 9:00am to 5:00pm. Occasional work outside normal business hours will be required, including early mornings, evenings and nights to support industry events, stakeholder engagement activities and Council initiatives.

On rare occasions, weekend work and travel may be required within the region and to key visitor markets including Sydney, Newcastle and the Central Coast, as well as interstate travel for industry conferences, learning and development opportunities, and tourism summits.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range being offered for this full-time position is $3,602.60 - $4,054.60 gross per fortnight plus superannuation which equates to an annual salary of $93.667.60 - $105,419.60 gross plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).

Apply Now

If you are ready to lead destination marketing and visitor experience for one of regional New South Wales' premier tourism destinations, we would love to hear from you.

Applications close on Wednesday, 24 June at 11:59pm

Have Questions?
HR Team (02) 6357 5054

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