Deliver best practice sustainability engagement activities and programs
Build partnerships with various stakeholders to foster sustainable community initiatives
Part-time hours to allow greater work/life balance
LET'S EXPLORE THE JOB
An exciting opportunity is available to join the Sustainability Engagement team on a temporary basis. As the Sustainability Engagement Officer, you will support various community engagement programs to promote sustainable behaviour changes within our community.
Playing a key role in identifying environmental sustainability related issues, you will partner closely with various teams within Council as well as external stakeholders such as agencies and community groups to develop community-focused and innovative solutions that align with Council's environmental sustainability management strategies.
Each of the Sustainability Engagement roles focuses on a specific area of expertise, including:
Particular focus on collaborating with our sustainable neighbourhood volunteers, which includes understanding incorporated associations, their governance requirements, and working with management committee volunteers. Leading and delivering the sustainable schools' program to inspire future generations to engage in sustainability efforts. Travel and/or work across multiple sites. Attend Council meetings. LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOU
Our ideal candidate has a passion for preserving the environment and natural areas and enjoys working closely with passionate volunteers as well as staff across council. With the role requiring frequent teamwork, project coordination and customer service activities, we are looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated individual who takes a friendly and professional approach to their work and demonstrates versatility with a positive attitude that will contribute to building strong internal and external partnerships.
Your community engagement experience, strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, and exceptional customer service, organisational and facilitation skills will see you succeed in the role.
You must also meet the following criteria:
Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in environmental science, environmental management, environmental education, communication, social science or a relevant discipline. Experience in facilitating professional or community forums, organising community events, and communicating with a diverse audience. Project and program coordination skills and experience. High level of computer literacy. Current Class C licence. LET'S REVEAL THE PERKS
Competitive salary from $91,571 - $106,421 (pro-rata) per year, plus industry-leading 12 per cent superannuation. 2x Temporary Positions - up to 12-months. Part-time 21-hours per week. Training and development opportunities. Access to Corporate fitness programs. Free parking within walking distance of our new contemporary office building. Along with many other perks that come from choosing Lake Mac! CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY
We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That's why we're passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you're joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We're proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
LET'S START
If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by midnight, Sunday 10 November 2024. For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Chris Harle, Coordinator Sustainability Engagement on 4921 0128 or via email If you need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Blair Stevenson, Talent Acquisition Advisor, 4069 0083 or via email We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. To view the capability Framework – Role Profile relevant to this role, please click here. To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement. Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment. Lake Macquarie City Council
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