Career & Business Opportunities

Expressions of Interest – Board of Directors

Ecotourism Australia is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced and passionate leaders to join our Board of Directors.

We are seeking individuals who can provide strategic leadership, strong governance and independent judgement to help guide the future of our organisation and invite interested members to submit their nomination for review. Nominations receiving Board endorsement will proceed to the member election process ahead of the 2026 Annual General Meeting.

The Board values diversity of thought, professional background, geographic representation and lived experience. We encourage applications from individuals across Australia, including First Nations people, to ensure our Board reflects the communities, destinations and tourism businesses we serve.

Previous board experience is desirable, and graduates of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) are encouraged to apply.

For more information, visit the link here.

View the full Role Description here.

View Nomination Form here.

Applications close at 5pm AEST on Friday 14 August 2026. 

Communication and Engagement Manager (Brisbane/Hybrid)

We are seeking an experienced communications and stakeholder strategist to join our team as Communication & Engagement Manager at a pivotal time for sustainable tourism. The successful candidate will bring strategic communications, corporate affairs and stakeholder engagement expertise, with the ability to translate organisational priorities into clear, compelling communications that support advocacy, certification, member and operator engagement, destination partnerships, events and strategic projects.

This role requires a confident communicator and collaborative leader who can work effectively with the CEO, leadership team and communications team to deliver consistent, high-quality communications across diverse audiences and channels. We are looking for someone who is values-aligned, highly organised and motivated by the opportunity to contribute to credible, responsible and sustainable tourism across Australia.

View the full Job Description here.

Applications close at 5pm AEST on 31 July 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may begin before the closing date. To apply, please send a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria, alongside your CV to nadine@ecotourism.org.au

Intern with Ecotourism Australia

Ecotourism Australia regularly offers internships and volunteer placements to interested candidates and students studying in the fields of tourism management, marketing, eco and sustainable tourism, and environmental science.

Our internships and volunteer placements are unpaid, located in Brisbane QLD, and typically require three days per week for a minimum duration of three months. Applications for periods of less that 12 weeks will not be considered.

To apply for an internship or volunteer placement, please send a cover letter and CV, along with preferred dates for your placement.