As a leader in environmental sustainability, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation.
* This is a temporary opportunity with the possibility of converting to ongoing
* The position is full-time (35 hours/week) with hybrid working arrangements
* You will be based at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney or Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
We are looking for someone who can drive the implementation of environmental and social sustainability strategies across our organisation.
This involves developing and executing plans that influence how we operate, engage, and deliver meaningful change. You will need to navigate complex priorities, manage stakeholder relationships across diverse teams, and balance competing objectives.
* A strong track record in leading and implementing environmental and social sustainability strategies in complex organisations or government settings
* Demonstrated sustainability expertise and a clear understanding of public environmental policy, ESG frameworks, legislation and reporting standards
* Experience influencing change at a senior level—bringing people together, shifting mindsets and embedding sustainability principles into day-to-day operations
* Proven project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives from planning through to delivery and impact tracking
* A collaborative leadership style and exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels and inspire collective action
* Deep knowledge of emerging sustainability trends, policies, risks and opportunities, with the ability to think strategically and act pragmatically
About us
As a premier botanical research institute, we encompass world-leading botanic gardens and Sydney's leading outdoor live entertainment precinct.