About usÌý
Trust for Nature is a not-for-profit conservation organisation that works to protect native plants and wildlife in cooperation with private landholders. Established in 1972 under the Victorian Conservation Trust Act 1972 (Vic), Trust for Nature has a strongÌýtrack recordÌýof securing permanent protection for important conservation land across Victoria.Ìý
About the roleÌý
We are seeking a Conservation Program Manager to lead the delivery of Trust for Nature’s core conservation programsÌýwithinÌýtheÌýNorth EastÌýregionÌýof Victoria.ÌýÌý
ThisÌýrole is integral in the delivery of Trust for Nature’s key conservation programs including the Covenanting, Stewardship, Offsets, Revolving Fund, and BushBank Programs. Reporting to the Area Manager, the primary focus of the role is to deliver the Stewardship Program in the Goulburn-BrokenÌýcatchment, this involves working closely with existing landholders and potential new conservation covenantors. Ìý
The role requires familiarity with conservation and land management principles, as well as Victoria’s Ecological Vegetation Classes, flora and fauna and will be tasked with providing expert advice on conservation and land management practices.Ìý
Regular fieldwork and travel across the region are core requirements of the role.Ìý
To read the detailed responsibilities of the role, please review the attachedÌýPosition Description.Ìý
What’sÌýon offerÌý
This is an ongoing Part-time 0.8 FTE position.ÌýOur workplace is supportive of Flexible work and work from home arrangements.ÌýÌý
The role offers a base salary of $90,606 p.a., plus 12 % super ($72,484.8 pro rata for 0.8 FTE).ÌýÌý
The role will be based in theÌýGoulburn-BrokenÌýarea and involves regular travel throughoutÌýNorth EastÌýregion. A validÌýdriversÌýlicenceÌýisÌýrequired.ÌýThe local office is based inÌýWangarattaÌýand office attendance will be a regular part of this role.ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
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ÌýAbout youÌý
You are a conservation professional with strong ecological knowledge, practical field experience, and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders. You bring sound judgement,Ìýstrong communicationÌýskills, and the ability to manage complex landholder relationships.Ìý
You will also bring;Ìý
• At least 5 years of field-work experienceÌý
• Degree in natural resource management, ecology, or other environmental scienceÌý
• Strong understanding of land management practices including relevant Victorian legislation, and understanding of Ecological Vegetation Communities, flora and fauna, common threats, and recommended management actions.Ìý
• DemonstratedÌýability to manage and work through complex issues, andÌýutilizeÌýexcellent time management skills and flexibility to reprioritiseÌýwork load.Ìý
• Experience negotiating with a range of stakeholders including land managers.ÌýÌý
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing.Ìý
• Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce is desirableÌý
• A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel regularly across the regionÌýÌý
In this role, your work will directly support the long-term protection and management of Victoria’s private land, contributing to meaningful conservation outcomes across the landscape.Ìý
How to applyÌýÌý
PleaseÌýsubmitÌýa cover letter along with your resume via our recruitment platform (add link).ÌýÌýApplications without a personalised cover letter will not be considered.ÌýÌý
We intend to move quickly with this role and will be reviewing applications as they are received, applications will officially close on Sunday 31 May and interviews will take place the week after.ÌýÌýThis role willÌýcommenceÌýfrom July 2026.Ìý
Trust for Nature is dedicated to gender equality,ÌýdiversityÌýand inclusivity. We are continually working to build an inclusive and culturally safe workplace. We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ people and CALD people.Ìý
Please note, a National Police CheckÌýis required toÌýbe conducted as part of the selection process.
Our practices are inclusive and based on equal opportunity principles. A positive result from a police check would onlyÌýprecludeÌýemployment in certain circumstances.Ìý
If you need furtherÌýinformationÌýplease email us atÌýrecruitment@tfn.org.auÌý
