The Tasmanian Land Conservancy (TLC) is seeking aHead of Business.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to nature conservation in Tasmania and join an organisation that offers a supportive and welcoming working environment.
About The TLC
The TLC is a for-purpose (not-for-profit), non-political, science and community-based organisation that protects nature on private land in Tasmania. Through science, community, and enduring commitment, we inspire and empower people to conserve nature in Tasmania. We do this for the benefit of current and future generations and for nature itself.
We conserve important habitats and ecosystems by raising funds to buy and manage private land and by working with landholders to protect nature on their land. In a changing world, our work is more important than ever. We hold that nature underpins all life and that our efforts contribute to a future where nature is flourishing, valued and fundamental to Tasmania’s character. We believe we achieve more for nature by working with others and by applying the best available science in our decision making.
TLC’s strategy is to expand protection and care for nature by integrating conservation models. These include TLC reserves that are owned and managed in perpetuity, land protected by conservation covenants through our Revolving Fund, and by working with landowners to protect the ecological values on their properties through programs including the Midlands Conservation Fund, Land for Wildlife, Gardens for Wildlife and WildTracker. In 25 years of operation, TLC has helped to conserve more than 110,000 hectares throughout Tasmania. Our aim is to extend the land we manage as permanent reserve and other land conserved, influenced, and managed for conservation by an additional 25% by 2030 in each category.
About The Position
The Head of Business is a hands‑on leadership role, member of the TLC Leadership Team and manages staff in the Business Team.
The Head of Business will support the execution of the Strategic Plan 2025‑2030 whilst ensuring that TLC staff are equipped with the resources, processes and systems for the effective and efficient delivery of TLC’s mission. WHS, information systems, compliance, risk management, human resources and policy development all fall under the remit of this role. The Head of Business is critical in enabling TLC’s five teams by driving continuous improvement in systems and makes a key contribution to TLC’s risk management framework. The role works closely with the CEO, Leadership Team and Risk & Audit Committee.
We are looking for a candidate with tertiary qualifications and considerable experience in business administration or a similar management role in the for‑purpose or corporate sector who can demonstrate alignment with TLC’s purpose. We want someone to join TLC’s Leadership Team who is passionate about enabling people to do their best work and who can balance effective risk management with efficient system delivery. The successful candidate will have a high level of emotional competence and have demonstrated ability to proactively drive organisational change and excellence. The ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, as well as familiarity with finance and CRM software applications is a must.
Applicants with a passion for nature conservation are welcomed and experience in the conservation or environmental sector will be viewed favourably.
The position is a new role and offered initially as a fixed‑term (2 years), part‑time (0.8 FTE = 60.8 hours / fortnight, with regular work hours negotiable), based in Hobart, Tasmania. The TLC provides a flexible work environment where a good work‑life balance can be maintained. A remuneration package is offered based on TLC Salary Point EL1 – EL4 ($120,066 – $132,705 per annum pro rata plus statutory superannuation) commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience. We envision a starting date by the beginning of May 2026.
A two‑page introductory cover letter addressing the Qualifications, Experience, Skills & Competencies listed in the position description.
Your resume (including contact details of two referees).
Failure to follow this process and address criteria will likely preclude the applicant from consideration for the role.
Applications close: Midnight, Thursday 26 February 2026.
Please see the position description here.
Visit the Tasmanian Land Conservancy website here.
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