Key Role Summary
The successful applicant will be employed to support and develop local partnerships across the catchment, with a focus on enhancing communication strategies and building capacity within the landcare community.
This role encourages environmental sustainability through community activities that support farming practices and provides leadership and management to strengthen and build the landcare network in the Latrobe area.
About The Position
The successful candidate will work closely with 19 local landcare groups across the region to achieve their objectives and goals.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting the completion of activities as directed by the Latrobe Catchment Landcare Network Board.
* Strengthening the capacity of landcare member groups and networks by facilitating information sharing, cooperation, collaboration, and networking across the region.
* Developing and supporting local partnerships by assisting groups with prioritising tasks, raising awareness of landcare within the broader community, and improving communication strategies throughout the catchment.
* Building and maintaining partnerships with other organisations to achieve LCLN Board goals.
* Participating in and/or facilitating meetings that are outside the span of ordinary hours of work.
Requirements
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with relevant technical qualifications in natural resource management or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Key skills and qualities include:
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to build effective partnerships.
* Ability to support grant writing, fundraising and financial accountability for community projects.
* Well-developed organisational skills with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
* Computer literacy including use of Microsoft Office and online communication tools.