Environmental Campaigner & Community Organiser (ACT)

Conservation Council ACT Region; Canberra; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

The Conservation Council ACT Region is seeking an enthusiastic campaigner to lead campaigns on biodiversity, nature, climate, transport and waste in the ACT. The role focuses on community organising, volunteer management, and upskilling within a small team.

Training opportunities are available for passionate candidates with energy and adaptability. Permanent, part-time position (22.5–30 hours/week) with SCHADS Level 4 Pay point 1, based in Canberra.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing community organising campaign tactics or willingness to learn.
• High-level written and oral communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building with diverse stakeholders.
• Volunteer management, organisational and project management skills.
• Experience with Canva/WordPress or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Implement and develop the strategy and tactics for current community campaigns (Save Western Edge! and 1% For Nature).
• Work with leadership to identify key areas for future local campaigns.
• Support campaign volunteers and grow the volunteer base.
• Prepare high-level campaign materials including correspondence, media releases, emails, newsletters, and web content.
• Build and maintain relationships with member groups, politicians, and allies.
• Advocate in public forums, news media, and social media.
• Identify media opportunities and act as a spokesperson.

Skills

Community organising

Campaign strategy development

Communications

Tools

Canva

WordPress

Job description

The Conservation Council ACT Region is seeking an enthusiastic campaigner to lead campaigns on biodiversity, nature, climate, transport and waste in the ACT. The role focuses on community organising, volunteer management, and upskilling within a small team.

Training opportunities are available for passionate candidates with energy and adaptability. Permanent, part-time position (22.5–30 hours/week) with SCHADS Level 4 Pay point 1, based in Canberra.