MOUNT ISA
PROJECT OFFICER
QLD
Southern Gulf NRM is a community-based company responsible for education, planning and implementation of sustainable Natural Resource Management (NRM) in the southern Gulf of Carpentaria region of North West Queensland.
The Southern Gulf region covers 215,000 square kilometres and comprises the catchments of the Flinders-Cloncurry, Leichhardt, Gregory-Nicholson Rivers, Settlement Creek and Morning Inlet, and the Wellesley Islands. The region has spectacular ranges and rugged country and open, black soil Mitchell Grass Downs plains. 85% of the region’s land use is grazing with a wide variety of vast grazing enterprises.
Programs are delivered collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including landholders, all levels of government, industry groups, Traditional Owners, and conservation groups.
Job Type:
Full Time
Remuneration:
$82,508 – $88,852/yr plus package (see benefits)
Start:
Hiring Now
Expires:
5.00pm, Monday 28 April 2025
Job Description:
The NRM Project Officer develops and implements programs and projects to support the achievement of natural resource management outcomes in the Southern Gulf region based on the strategic framework of the Southern Gulf NRM Plan.
The focus of this position will be on the establishment and implementation of programs and projects to support environment and heritage outcomes, implementation of property plans, land condition monitoring, education and awareness, adult learning and on ground works projects across the region.
The programs will be implemented to support the priorities of the Southern Gulf Regional NRM Plan.
Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:
Manage natural resource management projects including responsibility for aspects such budget management, monitoring and evaluation and reporting.
Implement natural resource management projects by building and maintaining productive partnerships with the pastoral industry, local governments, community groups, government agencies, project investors and Traditional Owners in the development and delivery of projects.
Identify potential project funding opportunities and under direction, develop and submit applications for funding from Government, philanthropic and corporate sources in support of natural resource management in the region.
Maintain a professional awareness of developments in policy and land management practices and provide advice and analysis of emerging issues and opportunities for consideration by Southern Gulf NRM management and the Board on natural resource management issues relevant to the Southern Gulf region.
Contribute to the success of Southern Gulf NRM team through positive and flexible contributions to the management and administration of the organisation.
Job Requirements:
Appointment to the position will be based on the following selection criteria:
Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience in Agricultural or Environmental Science or related disciplines.
Demonstrated sound scientific/technical knowledge of concepts, principles and procedures relevant to specific aspects of natural resource management, particularly weed and pest management.
Demonstrated experience in industry extension principles and practices and in successfully engaging with and providing capacity building activities for the agricultural and land management sectors.
High level organisational skills to coordinate multiple projects and time management to meet conflicting deadlines.
High level of written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate complex concepts to a wide range of audiences and utilising appropriate technology and social media.
Proven initiative and demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as an effective team member, meet deadlines and establish work priorities and achieve quality outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to develop and document innovative projects, identify and seek funding opportunities and to set and deliver specific objectives in collaboration with partners and stakeholders.
A sound understanding of demonstrated application of monitoring and evaluation principles and practice. Experience in the use of GIS mapping technology and on-line MERI systems is desirable.
Demonstrated experience relevant to natural resource management in a remote, rangelands region would be highly desirable.
ADDITIONAL FACTORS
This position calls for the ability to take the initiative as and when required and work unsupervised as and when required. The position requires a sound general knowledge of the principles of natural resource management, supplemented with one or more specific professional competencies relevant to the Southern Gulf region. These might include soil conservation, grazing land management, pest and weed management, biodiversity management, fire management, communications and community engagement.
The position requires travel throughout the region including significant distances on unsealed roads in remote areas. Experience in four-wheel drive operation would be a distinct advantage.
Job Benefits:
$82,508 – $88,852 plus package benefits including;
Housing allowance, phone allowance, uniform allowance and salary packaging.
Extra voluntary super contribution and travel assistance.
Salary level can be negotiated within this range based on demonstrated skills and experience
Other benefits:
Flexible work options available.
A vehicle will be available for work use.
Five (5) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading is available.
Rent assistance of up to $5,200 per annum (pro-rata) is available.
Relocation Assistance: Full or partial reimbursement of reasonable relocation expenses is available by agreement.
To apply for the position, you must submit:
1. Your curriculum vitae
2. A covering letter addressing the selection criteria (3 pages maximum)
3. The names and contact details of at least two referees (these will not be contacted without prior advice)
All applications must be lodged by 5.00pm, Monday 28 April 2025
For a copy of the position description and to email through your applications, please email our external consultant, Veronika Teske, veronika.teske@yahoo.com.au. Or for more information about the role, please call 0431 696 974.
PLEASE NOTE:
International applications will not be considered unless evidence is provided of possession of the appropriate visa entitling the applicant to work in Australia.
Southern Gulf NRM will not sponsor a visa for international applicants.
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