Your new organisation

BirdLife Australia is on a mission to put birds and nature on the path to recovery within a decade. With over 350,000 supporters, donors, volunteers, campaigners and members, you will join over 150 staff across Australia, and a network of more than 40 voluntary community groups. Together, our growing network of people stand together to help us protect Australia’s unique birdlife.

The opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity work as part of the Beach-nesting Birds team. The role will assist with delivery of multiple facets of the program including engaging with and supporting a range of stakeholders, training and mentoring volunteers and land managers, education and awareness-raising events and activities, data collection, managing contracts and budgets, and assistance with research elements of the program.

To be successful in this role, you will need tertiary qualifications in Conservation Biology, Environmental Science or a related field, demonstrated experience undertaking environmental field work, and experience working with and managing volunteers. A current driver’s licence is essential. Proficiency with mapping tools and relevant technical programs (e.g., ArcGIS or statistical analysis packages) is a desirable criteria, as is a basic understanding of statistics and experimental design. Good physical fitness and mobility will be important for this role.

What you need to know

This is a part-time (0.8 FTE) role offered on a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2025 (in line with contractual obligations). It is expected that the successful applicant will be working from home, ideally in the South West of Western Australia (between Bunbury and Denmark). Alternative locations will be considered based on strategic merit and travel budget availability.

Applicants must possess corresponding work rights to be eligible for appointment and a current national police check (NPC) (or willingness to obtain).

BirdLife Australia is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For further information please refer to the attached position description. Any questions can be directed to Meghan Cullen (c/- [email protected]), using the subject line: Beach-nesting Birds Project Officer WA enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.