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 with BirdLife Australia's Black-Cockatoo team. Amongst other duties to support Black-Cockatoo conservation in Australia, the role will coordinate key stakeholders across the country in the recovery of the three Southwest Black Cockatoo species. This role is aligned to BirdLife's mission, vision and indicators under the Bird Conservation Strategy. Further information on the expectations of the role is set out in the position description.

To be successful in this role, you will need tertiary qualifications in biology or another relevant discipline, and at least five years' experience working in the field of applied conservation. You will require strong knowledge of species recovery, management of threats and conservation solutions and technical expertise in species conservation. A significant asset for this role would be existing knowledge of our southwest Black-Cockatoos and the specific threats they face, and familiarity with the stakeholders working across southwest Australia to protect these birds.

What you need to know

This is a part-time role offered on a Maximum Term contract initially for 12 months. The location of this role is Western Australia, Perth preferred.

Applicants must possess corresponding work rights to be eligible for appointment and a current national police check (NPC) (or willingness to obtain). A Working with Children Check will also be required.

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 Tegan Douglas (c/- [email protected] using the subject line: Southwest Black Cockatoo Recovery Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs).

A position description is attached.