Geelong Sustainability
Geelong Sustainability is a not-for-profit community association and registered charity. Our vision is for people and our planet to thrive within sustainable limits. We exist to support our community to act on climate change and be more sustainable in their everyday lives.
We proudly deliver campaigns, events, projects and services that create local solutions to global problems across Geelong and the Barwon South West region. Our initiatives support, educate and activate residents and businesses to take action on climate change.
Working with us
Working with Geelong Sustainability you'll be a key part of initiatives that support local climate action. You'll be making a difference by empowering our community to switch away from fossil fuels and working on local solutions that have a global impact.
We are looking for passionate, positive and proactive people to join our team who share our Vision, Mission and Values. We genuinely care about our people and our employees have access to flexible working arrangements, professional development and career advancement opportunities.
Geelong Sustainability is committed to ensuring that our team is reflective of the diverse community of Geelong, and we value a culture of equity and inclusion. We encourage people of all abilities, culture, religion, sexuality and gender to apply to work with us.
The Position
We're seeking an experienced and dynamic Sustainable Homes Program Coordinator to lead the delivery of our home electrification initiatives.
In this purpose-driven role, you will be responsible for project planning and delivery, community engagement, event management, supporting communications and marketing and working with stakeholders to ensure the intended program outcomes are achieved.
This position requires a candidate with strong experience in planning and delivering impactful community engagement programs, working with a range of stakeholders. We're looking for someone that takes initiative, innovates and has a keen interest in collaborating for change.
Sustainable Homes Program
Our Sustainable Homes Program, launched in 2023 and continuing throughout subsequent years, helps households transition from gas to all-electric homes, powered by solar and battery storage. Geelong Sustainability is funded by the City of Greater Geelong to connect residents looking to upgrade their homes with local, trusted, reliable businesses who offer solar, battery, hot water heat pumps, heating and cooling, EV charging, water saving measures, and more.
Community Electrification Engagement Program
Sustainability Victoria's Community Electrification Engagement Program. This program involves delivering community electrification information sessions both online and in-person across the Barwon South West region between now and June.
Sustainable House Day
Our flagship event Sustainable House Day has been running for 18 years. Each year the Open House Day event improves literacy around building design, construction, energy, waste and resource efficient practices for local residents. Sustainable House Day Geelong informs, inspires and connects communities to create a sustainable future and to protect our natural environment. Tours are conducted by the homeowners and/or technical experts, describing each house's history and journey towards sustainability. Each Sustainable House Day is made possible through the massive volunteer effort, including in-kind support from subject matter experts such as architects and builders. To be successful in this role, the program coordinator will source and confirm homes from a pre-existing list, liaise with homeowners, experts and sponsors, and deliver another exceptional event for the region.
Key Accountabilities
* Lead the planning and coordination of Geelong Sustainability's key electrification programs.
* Work collaboratively with the Geelong Sustainability Executive team and other key stakeholders to deliver successful programs, events and activities.
* Development of marketing and communications plans and ensure activities reach intended audiences.
* Deliver agreed upon community engagement information sessions and events.
* Engage a diverse range of stakeholders including prospective project funders, community partners, delivery partners, venue owners, volunteers, subject matter experts, guest speakers and event sponsors.
* Develop and maintain existing stakeholder relationships.
* Engage and onboard key delivery partners for the Sustainable Homes Program.
* Engage with and confirm involvement from homeowners, subject matter experts and event sponsors for Sustainable House Day.
* Recruit and coordinate volunteers to ensure Sustainable House Day runs smoothly with adequate human resources.
* Plan project budgets and maintain oversight of expenditure to deliver projects within agreed budgets.
* Facilitate debrief and retrospective meeting with key stakeholders.
* Provide project completion reporting suitable for key stakeholders and project grant acquittal purposes.
Other Accountabilities
* Meet with and report on a regular basis to the Co-Chief Executive Officers
* Some travel across the Barwon South West to meet with stakeholders and deliver events
* Work with relevant stakeholders to ensure content is aligned and approved
* Actively contribute ideas and work collaboratively
* Support Geelong Sustainability's vision, values and strategy in all communications
* Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the Co-Chief Executive Officers.
Essential skills and competencies
* Experience in the design, delivery, reporting and evaluation of community sustainability programs preferred.
* Demonstrated project management skills including the ability to effectively plan, monitor and execute projects using a systemised approach and relevant tracking tools (e.g. Excel, Microsoft Project etc.).
* Excellent communication skills (written, digital and verbal) and ability to articulate a complex message to inform and educate different audiences.
* Ability to work to demanding deadlines, including juggling multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
* Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to develop relationships, working collaboratively and inclusively with a range of stakeholders including individuals, and public and private sector organisations.
* High level of digital literacy including Google Workspace, MS Office, Data Management and Content Management systems, etc.
* Knowledge of and commitment to the principles of sustainability and an understanding of current trends and emerging issues in household electrification.
* Willingness to work and attend meetings outside of normal office hours as required.
* A current Victorian driver's licence and the use of a car.
* Eligibility to work in Australia.
Employment Terms
* The position is an external contract for a fixed term, commencing April 2026 to April 2027, at approximately 22.8 hours/week (three days/week - flexible).
* The contract rate is $50/hr ex GST.
* Geelong Sustainability is seeking applicants with the flexibility to work approximately 3 days/week throughout the majority of the project and increase hours to 4 to 5 days/week during the busier months.
* Work life/balance through flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
* Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Reference and Police Checks.
* The position is subject to a satisfactory performance review after three months and subject to continued funding.
* The successful candidate will be required to regularly work from home, attend the Deakin Waterfront office, and complete some travel around Geelong and the Barwon South West region (from Queenscliffe to Portland).
* Travel reimbursement is available for more significant travel requirements.
next steps
To talk further about the position, please call Geelong Sustainability Co-CEO, Emilie Flynn on 0416 946 133.
To submit your application, please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged. The position will close once a suitable candidate is identified.
Applications close: No Deadline - please apply as soon as possible
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