Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 17th Apr 2024
- Brisbane & Gold Coast > Brisbane
Queensland Conservation Council is the state’s peak non-government environment group. Our mission is to protect our natural environment and climate and make Queensland communities more sustainable.
We achieve our goals by advocating to the government, engaging with the community and informing through the media. We apply the latest scientific research to develop policies. We monitor progress and rate the performance of governments, their programs, and companies, holding them accountable to their commitments to the environment. Incorporated in 1969, we are a non-profit community organisation with no political affiliations.
We have a membership of almost 60 environment groups throughout Queensland, who we consult and coordinate with. We’re growing, with over 20 staff, and an ambitious plan to grow the Environment movement in Queensland.
We believe protecting the environment needs people power. Working with the QCC Community Organising and campaigns teams, The Field Organiser aims to talk to and engage thousands of Queenslanders to take action to protect our natural environment and stop climate change.
They will work with our Organising team to engage people in QCC’s campaigns for Climate Action and Nature Conservation through door knocking and other street campaigning. They are expected to lead and support volunteers to help with this work
This position would suit someone with prior canvassing experience including doorknocking, face to face fundraising or sales experience.
A car is a requirement, as the position does require significant travel around particular Brisbane suburbs including the transportation of signs and other collateral. You will be reimbursed for usage of car as per tax office guidelines
Applicants who meet some, but not all, of the selection criteria are still encouraged to apply.
QCC aims to be as diverse as the country we are trying to protect and is an equal opportunity employer. First Nations candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis - Please apply as soon as possible.
A position description is attached.