Community Engagement Officer

2 days ago

Perth, Australia Australian Marine Conservation Society Full time

About the role

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Community Engagement Officer will help build a community of active ocean defenders in Perth and inspire our WA community to actively support ocean conservation for the incredibly biodiverse Western Australian coastal and marine environment. You will be part of a strong team culture of experimentation, evaluation and learning to build community engagement to support conservation of the State’s world-class marine environments and its extraordinary wildlife; in places like Exmouth Gulf, Ningaloo, and to tackle climate change with greater commitment.

THIS ROLE INVOLVES:

- Scope, organise and facilitate community engagement initiatives, such as market stalls and other events.
- Liaise with and engage diverse stakeholder groups.
- Recruiting, inspiring, and retaining volunteers to actively engage in on-ground activities to support campaign objectives, including stalls, events, phone banking, door-knocking, and MP meetings (with appropriate support).
- Undertake general merchandise administration and distribution, including posting orders.
- Collaborate on developing and delivering supporter communications. Represent AMCS at community events and gatherings, and undertake local advocacy as needed.

Please see the attached PD for a full list of responsibilities and further details on the role including the selection criteria.

WHY WORK WITH US

You’ll play an important role in protecting our oceans. You will be part of a committed group of passionate advocates who have defended Australia’s marine environment for almost 60 years. We care about our team and creating a supportive workplace.

WHAT WE OFFER
- Superannuation contribution of 12%
- Genuine flexibility around work hours and location (where possible)
- Four weeks of annual leave (pro-rata), plus additional days over the holiday period
- 10 days of personal leave (pro-rata for part-time)
- Flexibility with public holidays, as well as time off to support related conservation and community initiatives
- Opportunities and support for training and professional development
- Regular all-team meetings and annual in-person team retreat
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. That is, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work on an ongoing basis._

A position description is attached. For more information on our work and our people please visit our website.

Position Description : AMCS Position Description_Community Engagement Officer (WA)
- Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. That is, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work on an ongoing basis._

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Sector: #Community_Engagement, #Conservation_and_Environment

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