A rewarding opportunity has presented itself for a dedicated and driven individual to join the Sustainable future unit as a Project Officer. This role will focus on the prevention and management of litter in town centres and parks through bin infrastructure and behaviour change programs. Duties include developing, delivering, maintaining and evaluating community education, engagement and behaviour change programs to maintain and improve public amenity such as litter prevention and anti-bird feeding programs. Research and implement solutions for complex litter issues in town centres and parks in support of the Waste and Cleansing Unit. Manage grants and alternate funding sources, maintain, monitor and evaluate data, programs, initiatives and resources. Provide specialist advice to council, state and local governments, industry and community on litter, waste and resource recovery issues. Represent Council in state, regional and local government projects, working groups and industry forums.
Key requirements include a Class "C" Driver's Licence, tertiary qualifications in Environmental Management, Science or similar, and/or relevant industry experience supported by environmental sustainability experience. Proven skills in project management, demonstrated skills and experience in the development, delivery and evaluation of education and engagement resources, behaviour change programs and events. High level communication, interpersonal skills and public presentation skills. Ability to work with a diverse range of people, including CALD community in a professional and sensitive manner. Demonstrated experience in report writing, including ability to measure, evaluate and meet reporting requirements. High level of digital literacy with good working knowledge of Microsoft office software, mapping tools and/or databases.
The salary range for this opportunity commences at $90,858 (Grade G, Step 1) + 11.5 % super. An attractive remuneration package is on offer, including accrued time off program, permanent full-time position with local government conditions, and investment in professional growth and continuous learning opportunities. Access to employee health and wellbeing programs is also provided.