About us

Landcare NSW is the peak body of community-led conservation and natural resource management in NSW. With up to 3000 Landcare Groups and 60,000 volunteers, Landcare NSW is the conduit between local Landcare communities and funders and decision-makers, supporting local Landcare communities by providing resources and representation. The State Landcare Community of Practice Coordinator role is funded under the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, a $59 million NSW Government-funded program to be delivered over the next four years 2023 – 2027. The ultimate purpose of the Program is to “equitably deliver support and resources that empowers Landcare volunteers, leading to the achievement of landscape, community and industry goals”.

Tasks & responsibilities

• This position will plan, deliver and implement state and regional community of practice activities under the Landcare Enabling Program
• Coordinate and encourage facilitation of learning, skill sharing and collaboration
• Facilitate strategic events which encourage best practice and networking
• Monitor, evaluate and report on community of practice initiatives
• Promote community of practice deliverables which encourage continuous improvement and professional, high-quality service
• Develop robust systems and processes which focus on collaboration and excellent service delivery
• Contribute to the implementation of operational plans and program outcomes within the Landcare Enabling Program

Benefits

• Landcare NSW Inc is an equal opportunity employer, with employment under the organisation’s standard employment agreement or as negotiated
• Landcare NSW is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds
• We provide flexible work conditions within a safe environment, enabling you to do your best work
• Landcare NSW is an exciting, stimulating, collaborative workplace
• Work from Home/Hybrid

Qualifications & experience

• A minimum five years of industry experience in managing and delivering programs of a complex and multi-faceted nature, preferably in the area of natural resource management or Landcare field
• Proficiency in project management using best practice software and methodology is highly preferable
• Tertiary education in Natural Resource management or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven communication skills with an ability to think strategically and present ideas to the team. Confident in addressing large groups of people is desirable
• Extensive stakeholder engagement experience with an ability to work effectively with volunteers, hosts, committees, funding bodies and Government departments
• Proven ability to analyse processes and a commitment to continuous improvement
• Experience in business development and/or fundraising
• Excellent attention to detail, with planning, time management and organisational skills
• High level of expertise with Microsoft Office

Additional information

Landcare NSW Inc is an equal opportunity employer, with employment under the organisation’s standard employment agreement or as negotiated.

We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Previous work experience or knowledge of working in a community-based or not-for-profit organisation.

Applications

Please forward your resumé along with a short (no more than 2 page) cover letter to:
hr@landcarensw.org.au

Applications close COB Friday 26 July 2024.