Agriculture and Fisheries (Organisation site )
Animal Science; Agri-Science Queensland; Agriculture; Dutton Park
Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world #DAFcareers
DAF plays a vital role in enabling the production and protection of food sustainability and security for Queenslanders and the world. Today, that's more critical than ever.
As an Extension Officer (Carbon), you'll build a rewarding career, and find impact you can see everyday. You will support the implementation of the Queensland Low Emissions Agriculture Roadmap 2022-2032 through the development and delivery of the agency's carbon extension program.
Just imagine what you could achieve with us. #passionandpurpose #DAFlegacy
Job details Position status
Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group
Occupational group Primary Industry & Environment
Classification
Classification PO3
Workplace Location
Job ad reference
Job ad reference QLD/572024/24
Closing date 28-Jun-2024
Yearly salary
Yearly salary $95747 - $104278
Fortnightly salary
Fortnightly salary $3670.00 - $3997.00
Job duration
Job duration until 30 June 2025 with possible extension
About the role
As our Extension Officer (Carbon), you will:
• Support implementation of the Queensland Low Emissions Agriculture Roadmap 2022-2032 and key research, development and extension projects that deliver on th Queensland Climate Adaptation Strategy 2017-2030.
• Develop and conduct extension activities as part of the agency's carbon extension program.
• Understand and use a range of extension methodologies, including face to face as well as web-based webinars and on-line training, to build relationships with stakeholders to transition to a carbon net zero economy, particularly in the livestock agriculture sector.
• Lead and support delivery of industry and government priority RD&E projects that enhance livestock producer knowledge of key performance indicators of their business, and support the identification of grazing, production and business strategies to increase resilience to drought, climate change and other business shocks.
• Improve producer knowledge on how to integrate low emissions technologies and practices into their operations and advice on pathways for landholders to participate in carbon and other natural capital markets and certification schemes including carbon farming, natural capital, reef credits and biodiversity conservation.
• Support DAF staff and other service providers to build knowledge and skills to improve producer knowledge on how to integrate low emissions technologies and practices into their operations and evaluate and demonstrate industry sustainability.
• Ensure that project deliverables are of a high standard and are delivered to influence adoption by industry, and that project management and governance processes are exemplary of a leading RD&E organisation.
• Demonstrate excellent teamwork, interpersonal skills and collaboration within DAF, with external service providers and with producers.
What we are looking for
We are seeking the best suited candidate for the role. We will achieve this by:
• assessing your eligibility and suitability to fulfill the role requirements (including, where relevant, the way you carried out previous roles)
• evaluating your potential contributions to the department and how your involvement would uphold our commitment to equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion.
Licences and registrations
• A current 'C' class drivers' licence.
• Vaccinated for Q fever or willing to be or produce evidence or prior immunity.
Mandatory qualifications
• It is a mandatory requirement for a professional officer to possess an Australian bachelor's degree (AQF level 7 or equivalent) or higher in Animal, Agricultural or Environmental Science from a recognised tertiary institution.
• For international qualifications, the applicant will need their qualification assessed, to determine comparability with the Australian Qualifications Framework.
The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training can assist with these assessments for Queensland residents.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/572024/24 Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .
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