Expressions of Interest Wet Tropics Management Authority Board Director and Chairperson – extended until 4 May 2026

The Wet Tropics Management Authority (the Authority) together with its Board of Directors are responsible for ensuring that Australia's obligations under the World Heritage Convention for the protection and management of the Wet Tropics of Queensland World Heritage Area (the Area) are met. 

The Australian Government and the Queensland Government invite expressions of interest from suitably qualified individuals to serve as a Board Director for the Wet Tropics Management Authority. Two Board Director positions are available: Board Director, and Board Director (Chairperson). Rainforest Aboriginal Peoples are strongly encouraged to apply for all Director positions.

Please note that Board appointments are subject to additional processes, and there can be a delay between the application stage, and the notification of successful applicants. To ensure all potential candidates have the opportunity to apply, we have extended the EOI process until 4 May 2026. People who have already applied are still being considered and do not need to resubmit their application.

Wet Tropics Management Authority Board Directors have a range of important roles including:

If you are passionate about protecting the rainforest for future generations and possess the skill and capacity to effectively contribute as a Board Director, you are strongly encouraged to apply.