The Nature Conservation Council of NSW is the state’s peak environment organisation, representing over 200 local, state and national environment organisations in NSW.

As the state’s leading environmental advocacy organisation, it is our mission to protect nature in NSW and create the conditions it needs to thrive.

OUR VALUES

Inspiration: we believe in the work we do and strive to inspire others to respect and protect nature.

Respect: we respect the views and opinions of others and consider, fairly and openly, views that might be different to our own.

Integrity: we are professional and honest in our working relationships, and transparent and accountable in our decision-making processes.

Collaboration: we believe we are stronger as a movement and value our culture of participation and building strong partnerships to achieve our goals.

Leadership: we provide leadership through empowerment, sound governance and an inspiring vision.

Recognition: we acknowledge the role First Nations People play in protecting the land and water. NCC undertakes to act in solidarity and partnership with First Nations People in all our work.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Community Organiser will work closely with our Organising Team to build and strengthen our network of over 200 member groups across the state, ensuring we are a powerful voice for nature in NSW. This will include leading on the organising of conferences and workshops that aim to develop capacity for volunteer environment organisations and raise awareness for various environmental causes. A key part of this role will be managing volunteers to work together on these goals.

You may be required to perform other duties as directed from time to time to suit organisational requirements and which are broadly consistent with your role.

Full time (negotiable), permanent position

Salary: $85,300 (SCHCADS Award Level 4.1 [pro-rata if part-time])

ABOUT YOU

You are an experienced and driven community organiser with a talent for supporting grassroots environment organisations, project and event management, and inspiring volunteers to take effective action for nature.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Your key objectives will be supporting grassroots environment organisations, organising various conferences and events, and inspiring volunteers to take effective action for nature. This will include:

• Capacity development across NCC’s network of 200 member organisations
• Leading on the planning and delivery of various events and conferences including community education workshops
• Managing and training volunteers

EXPERIENCE

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the key requirements listed below. Please indicate in your Cover Letter how your skills, talents and experience may be applied to meet the objectives of this role.

Key Requirements:

• At least two years’ experience in a campaigning or organising role
• Strong understanding of the practice of community organising
• Demonstrated project management and conference organising skills
• Ability to recruit and manage volunteers
• Strong communication skills
• Alignment with our vision and a drive to achieve outcomes

EXTRA POINTS FOR

• Experience using NationBuilder or similar CRM software
• Understanding of NSW politics and environmental issues
• Existing relationships in the NSW environment movement

Education: Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience.

Location: Sydney, NSW OR remote OR hybrid.