Head of Region - South East
Head of Region - South East
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Job Description
Bush Heritage Australia are seeking a Head of Region South East to lead the South East team.
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a very real contribution to the protection of Australias unique wildlife and their habitat.
- Fantastic opportunity to work within a leading conservationorganisation
- Location in Victoria preferred
- $147 806 $180 651 plus 11.5 super
- Full time 1.0 FTE 3 years fixed term contract
About us
For over 30 years weve supported and protected some of the most fragile ecosystems across the continent and seen the impact of our sciencebased approach. We keep our eyes on the horizon and focus firmly on longterm landscape scale impact. As a national notforprofit we want to continue to expand the areas we protect and deepen the impact we have. We work in partnership with Traditional Owners listening to and learning from the customs and cultures that came before us.
Togetherwe can heal and protect the bush now and into the future.
About the role
The Head of Region holds key influence and responsibility for ensuring Bush Heritages people plans processes systems resources and relationships in South East Australia are strong wellprotected and positioned for ongoing development and growth in support of the organisations purpose and strategy.
The position manages a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for program outcomes and conservation impact across the South East. The position is responsible for driving accountability and performance across multiple areas of the business covering land management natural resource management (NRM) ecology Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander partnerships and engagement and community collaboration and partnerships. The position oversees strategic conservation projects and their effective integration into work plans in consultation with the Senior Leadership Team.
The position leads a strong safety culture across the South East.
The position will require frequent travel to regional and remote locations.
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What youll need to succeed
- Proven commitment to nature conservation and alignment with Bush Heritages purpose and values.
- Highly developed leadership and team management skills including experience coaching supporting and developing geographically dispersed teams.
- Sound understanding of risk safety and compliance in remote and fieldbased operations.
- Proven ability to work at pace and under pressure delivering highquality work without compromising accuracy particularly in environments where errors could result in reputational cultural or safety risk.
- Demonstrated strategic and operational planning experience with the ability to deliver against regional conservation and business plans.
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with a proven ability to work respectfully and effectively across diverse stakeholder groups including Traditional Custodians government landholders and regional communities.
- Strong knowledge and experience in NRM ecology or conservation land management with a track record of delivering onground results.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including reporting and stakeholder engagement.
- Full drivers licence and significant 4WD/offroad driving experience.
- Willingness to travel frequently including to remote areas and occasionally on weekends.
What sets us apart
Great lifework balance: flexible work arrangements with hybrid working.
Access to 20 days personal leave per year 10 of these available from commencement if employment. We also offer cultural leave and gender transition leave.
EmployeeResource Groups for women LGBTQIA and neurodivergent employees as well as a social group for bird lovers.
Professional development activities including access to LinkedIn Learning.
Equitable 12 weeks paid leave to all parents irrespective of their role as primary or secondary carers.
Remote staff are supported through an education allowance for kids and additional annual leave.
Access to support and counselling via our Employee Assistance Program and free access to Headspace app.
- Melbourne office in docklands with stateoftheart facilities and gym.
How to apply
To apply for this role simply fill in your personal details and answer the questions below. You will then be taken to a page to upload a copy of your CV. There is no need to attach a cover letter or separate document answering key selection criteria. Candidateswho are interested in the position are encouraged to apply even though they may feel they are not strong on individual selection criteria. In assessing merit the panel will take into consideration performance or achievement relative to opportunity. We recognise that many staff today have a range of personal circumstances and career histories.
If you require further information please contact Jo Axford (Head of Region North) on
Bush Heritage Australia does not discriminate based on race religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to be made for your application we would be more than happy to discuss how this could be arranged.
Evidenceshows that applicants from underrepresented backgrounds often dont apply for roles if they dont feel they meet all the requirements of the job unlike candidates from majority backgrounds who might fulfil less requirements.
Westrongly encourage you to apply if youre interested: we strive to build more diverse teams with your unique experience!
Dont miss out! Apply now!
Applications close: Sunday the11th of May at 11:30pm AEST.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
