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Threatened Bird Network Project Officer
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Sectors Conservation & Ecology
Location Australia (Victoria) - Australasia
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Mid Level
Deadline 05/02/2018
Company Name BirdLife Australia
Contact Name Human Resources Dept.
Website Further Details / Applications
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Directory Entry : BirdLife Australia is proud to be the nation's largest bird conservation organisation. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, our aim is clear: to create a bright future for Australia's birds. We have been a voice for Australia's birdlife for well over a century, protecting birds and their habitats through our robust programs and informed advocacy. It is the powerful passion of our members and supporters which keeps us moving forward and gives us our strength. With active branches and groups across the country,we are able to tap into local issues as well as understanding the bigger picture. Our mission is to make a real and positive difference for Australia's birds. Over the years our conservation work has achieved beneficial results for a wide range of different species. Our experience and specialised knowledge combined with our ability to unite and inspire the bird-loving community means that we can act quickly and decisively at local, state and national levels. To see environmental jobs with BirdLife Australia visit their site. For other environmental jobs in Australasia visit www.environmentjobs.com
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Description

BirdLife Australia is seeking a skilled project officer to work on its Threatened Bird Network (TBN) project, which sits within BirdLife Australia’s Research and Conservation Department. The purpose of this role is to encourage community participation in conservation tasks for threatened birds, to liaise with threatened bird projects and volunteers, and to deliver community engagement and education activities for threatened birds.

Responsibilities include:

  • Encouraging community participation in conservation tasks for threatened birds through the promotion of volunteer activities (through the TBN online newsletter, social media and other relevant forums)
  • Organisation and delivery of community workshops for volunteer training, community events and talks  
  • Development of displays, slides and related promotional materials, and education materials and resource kits  
  • Training, support and supervision of volunteer office assistants/skilled volunteers
  • Writing funding applications for TBN projects
  • Assisting with the organisation and delivery of threatened bird recovery projects managed by TBN

(Please download the Position Description below for a full list of criteria).

Location: Birdlife Australia National Office, Melbourne.

Status: This is a part-time (1.5 days a week) position offered on a 3-year contract. A continuation to the contract after three years would be offered subject to performance and available funding.
 
To apply please send CV and applications addressing selection criteria to caroline.wilson@birdlife.org.au by 5pm 5th February.

For enquires call Caroline Wilson on 0408 668 070.
 
BirdLife Australia is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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