Job description

• Work in a beautiful and unique location with a supportive team for Victoria’s leading environmental education organisation.
• Flexible working conditions with the ability to work some hours from home
• Interviews will be scheduled for mid-January 2022 and work will commence as soon as possible.
• This position can potentially transition to permanent part-time as the Coordinator of the Farming for our future program. You’d be responsible for the maintenance, development and delivery of this program starting 1 July 2022, funding dependent

ABOUT CERES

CERES is an award-winning environmental education centre, urban farm and social enterprise hub located on Wurundjeri land in Brunswick East. Once a landfill site and wasteland, today CERES’ Brunswick East site is a thriving, vibrant community. With over 450,000 visitors a year, CERES is the most visited environmental centre in Australia.

ABOUT School of Nature and Climate

The CERES School of Nature and Climate is a response to the climate and ecological crisis. It consists of three delivery areas: Student Programs, Teacher Programs and Adult Learning. Our education offerings are designed to develop skills, leadership and resilience. We strive to equip people to think differently, act for the planet and be resilient and responsive citizens.

This position is an integral part of the Student Programs Team and ​plays an essential role in the CERES School of Nature and Climate, providing interactive learning experiences for school-aged children in our park, at schools and, if required, also online.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking an innovative educator with experience in education program delivery and a passion for inspiring change in young people. Someone who will deliver our education programs in a way that empowers, connects and inspires students.

Our Schools for Wildlife program is growing and we’re seeking someone to support in the delivery and coordination of it. If you have strong administrative and communication skills and love spending time outdoors and providing opportunities for students to connect with the natural world, then this position is for you.

Work for Victoria’s leading environmental education provider supporting schools to plant wildlife-friendly gardens and deliver a learning experience that’s regenerative, inclusive, life-changing and leading.

If you thrive on collaborating with others and love working outside surrounded by like-minded and passionate people - then apply now!

WHAT WE OFFER

• A unique location with strong links to solution-based environmental education and community
• An excellent team of passionate and experienced individuals to work with
• Staff discounts across our many enterprises

To be considered for this position please respond to the Key Selection Criteria and provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter by the closing date.

A full Position Description is attached below.

In accordance with government requirements the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate evidence of an approved COVID-19 vaccination or authorised medical exemption.