Campaign Manager, Western Australia

Campaign Manager, Western Australia

Protecting Australia's Nature Program, Pew Charitable Trusts

Application Deadline 8 March 2023

The Opportunity

An experienced campaign leader and people manager with a track record of success is sought to drive the Pew Charitable Trusts' environmental advocacy in Western Australia. The successful candidate will lead a team that works closely with partner organisations to build campaigns to both Federal and State Governments to secure large scale outcomes. Outcomes include advocating for creation of new protected areas and land restoration programs developed in partnership with Traditional Owners and other land holders; working with Traditional Owners and other partners to secure the protection of the Martuwarra Fitzroy River; and supporting the campaign for a Great Southern Marine Park. The successful candidate will also work as part of Pew's wider team advocating to the Federal Government for protected area, land restoration and river protection outcomes. A strong emphasis will be placed on ensuring benefits for both people and nature; and meaningful engagement with First Nations people. Understanding of Government and ability to activate public and stakeholder support will be important to the success of the role.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced campaign leader to drive multiple iconic campaigns and create meaningful change for people and nature.

What Pew Does in Australia

Pew works in Australia to obtain better, science-based, protection and management of land and seascapes in the Outback and marine environment. Fundamental to our work is obtaining durable conservation outcomes that imbed long term and positive benefits for people.

Pew Overview

With offices in Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Brussels and London and staff in other regions of the United States as well as Australia, Pew provides an exciting learning environment and the opportunity to work with highly talented individuals. We are a dynamic, rapidly evolving organization that values creativity and innovative thinking and fosters strong teamwork with mutual respect.

Location:

The position location is from Pew's Perth office and is eligible for up to 60% telework. Pew has offices in Brisbane, Perth and Darwin and staff located in home offices in other capital cities. The position reports to the Project Director, Protecting Australia's Nature, and supervises a campaign team with strengths in communication, stakeholder engagement, government relations and community outreach.

Application Deadline:

For applications please click the application link/button below and follow the instructions to send a CV and cover letter to the attention of Human Resources.

Applications to close on 8 March 2023.

Full Job Description:

To view the full position description and to apply, click the following link https://pewtrusts.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/TrustsExternal/job/Australia-West-Perth/Manager--Protecting-Australia-s-Nature_R001942.