Environmental Coordinator

• Lead the development and implementation of conservation and sustainability strategies, policies, and projects
• Oversee the delivery of environmental programs, including climate mitigation and resilience, sustainability, and conservation
• Provide direction, mentoring, and support to the Environment team to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and foster a positive culture
• Drive community engagement and education initiatives to foster environmental awareness and encourage sustainable practices
• Proactively identify and pursue grant funding opportunities, and manage grant applications, delivery, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities and legislative requirements
• Facilitate the provision of expert advice to management, staff, and Council on environmental and sustainability matters

• Tertiary Degree in Sustainability, Climate Change, Environmental Science, or a related field with relevant experience, or a lesser formal qualification with extensive relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in an environment/sustainability leadership role within a multi-functional environment
• Knowledge and experience in natural resource management issues, including biodiversity management, climate change adaptation, and mitigation
• Well-developed financial management skills, including experience in writing grant applications, grant delivery, budget development, and management
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams and stakeholders
• A valid driver's licence, National Police Check, and Victorian Working with Children Check

• Local Government experience and knowledge of current issues in Victorian Local Government
• Experience in policy development and project management

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