About us
Trust for Nature is a not-for-profit conservation organisation that works to protect native plants and wildlife in cooperation with private landholders. Created in 1972 under the Victorian Conservation Trust Act 1972 (Vic), Trust for Nature has a proud history of working across the government, not-for profit and private sectors to achieve permanent protection of important conservation land across Victoria.
We have a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.
About the role
The Conservation Program Manager role is integral in the delivery of Trust for Nature’s key conservation programs including the Covenanting, Stewardship, Offsets, Revolving Fund, and BushBank Programs. Reporting to the Area Manager, the primary focus of the role is to deliver the Stewardship Program in the Glenelg-Hopkins catchment, this involves working closely with existing landholders and potential new conservation covenantors.
The role requires familiarity with conservation and land management principles, as well as Victoria’s Ecological Vegetation Classes, flora and fauna and will be tasked with providing expert advice on conservation and land management practices.
To read the detailed responsibilities of the role, please review the Position Description on our careers page.
What’s on offer
This is an ongoing Part-time (0.90FTE) position, for example, this could look like having every second Friday off or working five shorter days. Our workplace is supportive of Flexible work and work from home arrangements.
The role offers a base salary range of $89,639 p.a., plus 12 % super ($80,675.10 pro rata for 0.90 FTE).
The role will be based in the Glenelg-Hopkins area and involves regular travel throughout South West Victoria. A valid drivers licence and access to a vehicle are required. The local office is in Horsham and office attendance will be a regular part of this role.
About you
The successful candidate will bring;
• At least 5 years of field-work experience
• Degree in natural resource management, ecology, or other environmental science
• Strong understanding of land management practices including relevant Victorian legislation, and understanding of Ecological Vegetation Communities, flora and fauna, common threats, and recommended management actions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and work through complex issues, and utilize excellent time management skills and flexibility to reprioritize work load.
• Experience negotiating with a range of stakeholders including land managers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing.
