Now Hiring: Project Coordinator – Agricultural Innovator The Project Coordinator is the main point of contact for stakeholders to interact with BCG and the North West Node of the Victoria Drought Resilience and Innovation Hub.
This will involve:
Engaging with farmers and relevant stakeholders to ensure that ideas, issues, and opportunities are captured, recorded, and assessed for prioritisation. Developing and assisting in the delivery of relevant research and events. Providing regular reports. Managing activities delivered through the node and monitoring and reporting. The successful applicant will have excellent stakeholder engagement skills, verbal and written communication skills, project management skills, as well as research and analytical skills.
Applicants will require demonstrated experience in place-based initiatives, project management, and reporting at a senior level, including the ability to work independently and in a team across multiple stakeholders.
This is a full-time position ideally based in Birchip, Victoria; however, flexibility may be considered for a suitable candidate.
The Organisation We are a nationally recognised not-for-profit agricultural research and extension organisation led by farmers, with a mission of improving the prosperity of farmers and agricultural communities through farmer-driven innovation, research, and extension. Widely recognised as a credible, independent, and innovative organisation, BCG's research and communication activities provide evidence, support, and tools for improving farm management practices and profitability.
The Town Birchip is a happy, vibrant, and progressive community, offering many social, sport, and recreational opportunities, boasting outstanding sporting facilities and water-based activities at Tchum Lake, which is located 7kms from town. If you're interested in music and the arts, Birchip hosts the annual Mali Heart festival, various visiting cultural arts performances, and a range of regular and varied music events throughout the year.
Applications, including a cover letter and CV (with referees), should be sent to Fiona Best at or call the BCG office on (03) 5492 2787 to discuss.
BCG exists for its members. Research and extension activities are designed to provide members with information and resources that will help them improve the productivity, profitability, and sustainability of their farm businesses.
#J-18808-Ljbffr