Catchment Planning and Climate Change Lead

• Permanent Full Time Position.
• Enjoy a great work life balance with a hybrid working model based in either Maffra, Traralgon or Leongatha.

About the role:

This position is responsible for the development and implementation of the West Gippsland Regional Catchment Strategy (RCS).  The RCS brings together government, organisations and community to protect and improve the health of the land, water and biodiversity resources that are vital for sustainable communities and environments.  

What will your typical day look like?

• Regional Catchment Strategy Co-ordination.
• Develop and Manage Internal and External Strategic Partnerships and Relationships.
• Project Management.
• Strategy, Investment and Partnership Team involvement.

Let’s talk about you:

We are looking for someone who will:

• Demonstrate experience with natural resource management planning and a strong understanding of the Regional Catchment Strategy.
• Bring highly developed communication skills, specifically in stakeholder engagement and strategic planning.
• Show highly developed analytical skills, specifically in refining the outcomes of stakeholder and community workshops into meaningful planning documents.
• Have a sound knowledge of climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies, including an understanding of emerging nature-based markets.

Why West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority?

We focus our energy on interesting and meaningful work.

With a culture of continuous improvement, we are always striving to make a positive difference to our communities and create a healthier environment. We put our people at the heart of what we do and are dedicated to helping them grow their careers and reach their professional goals.

We value flexibility.

Work in a way that suits you best, flex time, job share arrangements or work from home. We know our people get their best work done when they’re in control of where and how they work, designing their work week around their work week and their team and personal commitments.

We support you to thrive.

To support your professional life, we offer a range of well being initiatives, including regular events and programs, Employee Assistance Program, leave options, flexible working options, parental leave and return to work support packages.

Next steps:

If you are interested in learning more about what we do, we would love to hear from you. Applications close 5pm Thursday 3 April 2025.

So we can learn more about you, we encourage you to address the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description under item “F”.

If you have any questions or wish to have a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Deb Archer, Manager Strategy, Investment and Partnerships deba@wgcma.vic.gov.au.

At WGCMA, we share a commitment to value and embrace diversity in all forms; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, orientation, ability or thinking style. 

If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons please contact Janine Clark, Organisational Development Support Officer on 03 56 135 960 or janinec@wgcma.vic.gov.au.  

We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Owners of the region, the Gunaikurnai, the Bunurong, the Boonwurrung and the Wurundjeri Peoples and pay respects to Elders, past, present and emerging.