• Part-Time Position

About us:

Barbaloot Conservation Group is a non-for-profit animal sanctuary based in Avenel, Victoria, with an office located in Cremorne, Melbourne. We provide a safe haven to critically endangered native animal species like the Southern Brush Tailed Rock Wallaby. Our mission is to save Australia’s wildlife and delist native animals off Australia’s Endangered Animals list.

If you’d like to know more please visit us at www.widgewah.com.au (Barbaloot, formerly Widgewah)

About the role:

The General Manager is a key role for the conservation group, and will conduct a suite of duties to support the sanctuary. Some of the activities include; ensuring that the sanctuary is strategically promoted and available for teaching for learning and research purposes, writing grant applications, report to the board of directors, create and monitor annual plans, identify a strategy for and leading talent acquisition, develop and manage beneficial and productive partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders, and develop and manage content to create social media posts.

About you:

• Impact driven, committed to delivering animal welfare and conservation efforts
• Visionary leader, with a willingness to work in a foundation exceeding best-practice
• Dynamic collaborator, able to juggle between various internal and external teams
• Versatile problem solver, intellectually curious and a high level of adaptability in tackling new challenges

Key Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to lead, delegate to and work in a highly independent and skilled team;
• Capable of developing fundraising activities, including writing grant applications and running fundraising initiatives and events;
• Previous experience overseeing the talent recruitment process;
• Excellent computer skills with advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint and other relevant systems;
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge in environmental management and quality systems;
• Can exhibit excellent interpersonal skills, presentation and self-directed time management;
• An ability to develop and manage key events throughout the year;
• Previous experience working for a Charitable/Not-for-Profit organisation is desirable.

Why join us?

You will be joining an early-stage non-for-profit supported by a highly diverse team of experienced multidisciplinary professionals and industry-leading partners. We encourage a flexible, positive and inclusive work environment in a rapidly growing industry. The role is anticipated to commence on a part-time contract basis.

Apply Now:

For more information or for a confidential discussion, please contact Pier Cappetti via [email protected] using the subject line: General Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs. To apply for this role please click Apply Now to submit an application.

Research shows women and those from minority populations are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. If you are interested in joining our world-class team and want to learn more about Barbaloot and the role, we would love to hear from you.