SEE Change is an ACT-based, grass roots, environmental charity that delivers sustainability information, activities, and programs through its volunteer-led groups. We encourage people to take practical action and create a more sustainable ACT in its transition to a low-carbon and zero-emissions city.

In accordance with SEE Change’s strategic aims, our focus is on:

• Reducing emissions from transport, including through uptake of active travel
• Adopting energy and carbon efficiency practices
• Adaptation and resilience in the face of climate change
• Creation of a world class regenerative economy and lifestyle in Canberra
• Reducing overall consumption of goods, avoiding waste and improving waste management
• Enhancing biodiversity in the ACT and surrounding regions
• Growing the ability of SEE Change to make a difference

Our Strategy, Constitution and 2024 Impact Statement can be accessed at https://seechange.org.au/about#about-strategy

SEE Change are seeking an experienced part-time senior policy and projects officer to increase the impact of our organisation and our growing volunteer network of SEE Change Groups. This is a newly created position located at our Downer office, ACT.

The Senior Policy and Projects officer will work closely with SEE Change staff and volunteers, Board and members, and the ACT government and local environment groups on a range of tasks, including:

• Supporting community-based behaviour change through transformation projects;
• Building relationships with local organisations, government and business;
• Management of project work and office administration (including financial);
• Supporting SEE Change volunteer group convenors and paid junior staff;
• Assisting with the promotion of SEE Change; and
• Seeking new funding sources through grant applications and relationship building.

This role is for 21 hours per week at an hourly rate of $47.50 per hour plus superannuation. The role will initially be for 12 months with the possibility of extension. Weekend and after-hours work may also be required on occasions to support our community events. Remuneration is in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award level (SCHADS) 5.1.

This position provides a rare opportunity to join a small, cohesive and highly motivated team who are passionate about impacting positively on our local environment and climate change.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Demonstrated interest and experience in environment, sustainability and/or community development.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of autonomy to develop and manage community development projects.
• Experience in building relationships with government, community organisations and people from a range of backgrounds.
• Experience in managing and supporting staff and volunteers.
• Excellent communication skills, including oral and written communication and experience in developing policies and grant writing.
• Experience in office administration and using a range of software.

Tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience in the areas noted under Selection Criteria 1 will be well regarded.