Senior Project Officer

Nrmjoenvironmental Jobs, Nrm; Hobart; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

NRM South in Hobart is seeking a Senior Project Officer to manage projects in our Land Program portfolio, strengthening farming resilience and promoting sustainable agricultural practices in southern Tasmania.

You will lead projects, engage with diverse stakeholders across industry, community, government and rural communities to understand pressures, priorities and opportunities facing the agricultural sector.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in natural resource management, environmental management, agricultural science, landscape management, or other relevant scientific discipline.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.
• Experience managing complex projects and engaging diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects in the Land Program portfolio with a focus on farming resilience.
• Lead initiatives and maintain connections with stakeholders across industry, community, government and rural domains.
• Support continuous improvement and foster a positive workplace culture.

Education

Natural resource management

Environmental management

Agricultural science

Landscape management

Job description

Join the NRM South team at our Hobart office.

About us

NRM South is one of three natural resource management bodies in Tasmania and forms part of a national network of 54 similar bodies. NRM South is a not-for-profit and is responsible for contributing to the regions natural resource management, including action on threatened species, Threatened Ecological Communities and priority places. We have a partnership delivery model, delivering projects on behalf of Australian and Tasmanian Governments, and through investment from our local, business and industry partners.

What you'll do

The Senior Project Officer is being staffed to manage projects predominantly in our Land Program portfolio, including capacity building for farming resilience in regional communities, and developing sustainable agricultural practices with producers in Tasmanias southern region. This role will see you managing and leading projects and initiatives consistent with our strategic priorities and forming strong connections with various stakeholders across industry, community, government and rural communities to understand pressures, priorities and opportunities facing the agricultural sector.

What you'll bring

Youll have tertiary qualifications in natural resource management, environmental management, agricultural science, landscape management, or other relevant scientific discipline, and/or an equivalent combination of training and experience. You will have experience managing complex projects, excellent communication skills, you can confidently engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and support others to achieve great outcomes. You are able to think critically and creatively when solving environmental and community issues. As a collaborative and approachable team member, you are committed to continuous improvement and fostering a positive workplace culture.

What we offer

Youll be working in a small team with people who share your values to protect Tasmanias natural environment. We offer a salary of $91,166 - $98,413 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience), plus superannuation. This role is an 18-month Fixed-Term position (with extension subject to funding) and while the role is advertised as full time, we welcome applications from candidates who would like to work part time. Please notify us of your preferred arrangement when you