1.EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: SUSTAINABILITY & LOCAL GOVT: PROJECT COORDINATOR & MENTOR [AUSTRALIA]
2.THE SUSTAINABLE LIVING FESTIVAL: FEBRUARY 17-19 [MELBOURNE]
3.JOB: STATE MANAGER - ENVIRONMENTAL/SOCIAL IMPACT CONSULTANTS [BRISBANE]
4.PT'CHANG, THECHANGEAGENCY.ORG, COMMONGROUND AND THE MERCY FOUNDATION NONVIOLENCE TRAINERS' SKILLSHARE: 24 - 27 FEBRUARY [VICTORIA]
5.CENTRE FOR POPULAR EDUCATION, UNIVERSITY TECHNOLOGY SYDNEY PERSONAL AND POLITICAL TOOLS FOR SOCIAL CHANGE: MARCH 9TH TO JUNE 1ST [UTS]
6.ENGINEERING & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT COURSES [BRISBANE AND PERTH]
7.JOB: SOCIAL ECONOMICS TRAINER [EAST TIMOR]
8.IDEAS FESTIVAL 2006:29 MARCH-2 APRIL [BRISBANE]
9.HEALTH ASSIGNMENTS, ASIA AND THE PACIFIC AUSTRALIAN YOUTH AMBASSADORS FOR DEVELOPMENT
10.YOUTH MENTORING PROGRAM COORDINATOR [PALM ISLAND, QLD]
11.MULTICULTURAL HEALTH EDUCATION OFFICER & MULTICULTURAL YOUTH EDUCATOR [QUEENSLAND]
12.CASEWORKER - UNACCOMPANIED HUMANITARIAN REFUGEE MINORS PROGRAM [ QLD ]
13.GETUP! - POLITICAL CAMPAIGNER
14.DEMOCRACY WATCH: ORGANIZATION
15.FORUM: WHO ARE THE MOST SUSTAINABLE CORPORATIONS IN AUSTRALIA? (FEB 13)
16.ACF: DIRECTOR OF SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGIES: BY 14 FEB 06 [MELBOURNE]
1.EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: PROJECT COORDINATOR & PROJECT MENTOR
The Australian Research Institute in Education for Sustainability (ARIES) is seeking expressions of interest from individuals who have an understanding of education for sustainability and have local government experience.
ARIES is seeking people with the appropriate qualifications and experience to fill two positions for the project - 'Mentoring Local Government in Education for Sustainability'. This project aims to build capacity, resources and partnerships to strengthen sustainability education within local Councils. The Project Coordinator with the assistance of the Project Mentor will ensure that the project reaches the goal of building capacity in local government so that education and learning can be used as tool to effectively to contribute towards sustainability.
The Project Coordinator requirements:
* Experience in project administration and strong management skills to ensure that the project components are delivered on time and within budget.
* Experience in staff management.
* Demonstrated ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders to develop partnerships and maintain relationships. Display strong facilitation skills to manage any conflicting interests and expectations.
*Be able to collaborate with project partners to develop and manage a selection process.
* Sound understanding of/experience in mentoring processes and education for sustainability approaches.
* Able to work independently and with minimum guidance.
* High level of attention to detail and the delivery of quality products.
The Project Mentor requirements:
* Understanding of and/or practical experience in education for sustainability approaches.
*Experience in mentoring/facilitation in order to deliver workshops and one-on-one mentoring sessions with participants from selected Local Councils around Australia.
*Demonstrated experience in the preparation of resource materials.
*Researching and reporting experience.
*Excellent communication skills in order to provide online and telephone support for participants.
We are seeking people who have the skills and experience to undertake the above the roles. The positions are for a period of 12 months and will be available from February 2006. Both roles will involve inter-state travelling.
For further information email Kris Cooke, ARIES Deputy Director kcooke@gse.mq.edu.au or call Daniella Tilbury, ARIES Director on 0419 490 336.
Please send your expressions of interest clearly addressing how your experience, qualifications and interest meet the criteria above to ARIES Acting Deputy Director: kcooke@gse.mq.edu.au by 10th January 2006.
2.The Sustainable Living Festival: February 17-19 [Melbourne]
The Sustainable Living Festival is on again in Melbourne from 17-19 February - Federation Square.
Charge up your batteries for 2006! Celebrate the changes that people are making to achieve a sustainable world. Bring old friends, meet new ones.
Enjoy the films, art and music.
Exhibits and talks and workshops provide:
* solutions for the world we live in now
* ideas for creating the sustainable world we need
Products and services will be show-cased by exhibitors that will enable you to change your home, garden and transport and many other aspects of your life - to bring a sustainable world closer to reality.
Find out how to deal with climate change, reduce dependence on oil,save water, protect nature, sustain communities.
For all the information you need about the Festival go to:
slf.org.au/festival
3. Job: State Manager - Environmental/Social Impact Consultants [Brisbane]
State Manager - Environmental/Social Impact Consultants, Brisbane Advertised by Principal Consulting Group
Enesar Consulting is a leading provider of environmental and social impact assessments and technical investigations to mining, petroleum and infrastructure clients in Australia and overseas (34 countries).
Established over 30 years ago, the firm has developed an enviable reputation for successfully managing project development approvals and permitting. Enesar is growing rapidly and is part of the listed Australian public company, Coffey International Limited.
With an increasing project load and projected business growth Enesar currently have an opportunity for an experienced individual to manage the company´s Queensland operations. Responsibilities will include overall business management of the Queensland operation, including client relationship development, team growth, project leadership and hands on project delivery.
We are interested in hearing from tertiary qualified individuals who have postgraduate experience with ESIA´s and/or other environmental permitting, having worked in either consulting, government or a relevant industry (ideally mining, oil/gas or major infrastructure). Proven experience in leading and developing a team, managing business operations and directing projects is required.
It is envisaged these opportunities will suit an individual with the drive to continually develop their career. The position is likely to require travel within Australia and internationally.
An attractive salary package will be offered commensurate with the level of experience of the candidate.
Principal Consulting Group are recruitment facilitators, specialising in engineering, science, and management disciplines within the water,planning and environmental sectors. We are working exclusively with Enesar to recruit the above positions.
Please forward your resume 'in confidence' (quoting job title and code SWGL004) to:
swhite@principalconsulting.com.au or call Scott for a confidential discussion on 1300 362 643.
For information regarding Principal please visit:
http://www.principalconsulting.com.au
4.Pt'Chang, thechangeagency.org, Commonground and the Mercy Foundation Nonviolence Trainers' Skillshare: 24 - 27 February [Victoria]
24 - 27 February, 2006, Commonground, Seymour, Victoria
In a time of increasing fear and political repression, nonviolence trainers and activist educators have a critical role to play in safeguarding democratic rights and offering powerful, peaceful avenues to build a safer, fairer and more just society. In February 2006, new and experienced nonviolence trainers and activists from Australia and the Asia-Pacific region will come together at Commonground near Seymour, Victoria for four days of networking and skillsharing. Book early to avoid disappointment! Registration closes 27 January.
http://www.thechangeagency.org/workshops.htm or Visit
http://www.nonviolence.org.au for registration/further info.
5.Centre for Popular Education, University Technology Sydney Personal and Political Tools for Social Change March 9th to June 1st 2006 [UTS]
About this course: It will be an expanded version of the course run twice at UTS in 2005. It will explore tools for social action using popular education and `participatory action-research´ principles and processes - inviting participants to explore their own experience and reflect critically on their social change efforts. The course is aimed at people who want to turn their concerns about social issues into practical action for social change but who sense that we need both personal and political tools for this kind of work. It will be of interest to: anyone who is looking for ways to make change on issues that they care about including: community, social or environmental activists, organisers, researchers, TAFE/University students, and concerned `citizens´.
It will involve a 13 week commitment: 3-hour sessions on Thursday nights combined with individual or group project work. Details of the course as run in 2005 (currently being revised & updated in light of feedback from participants on the last course) can be found on the website
www.cpe.uts.edu.au or direct from
http://www.cpe.uts.edu.au/courses/pptsc.html Cost will be on a sliding scale according to income. Some scholarships available.
Facilitator, Tony Webb -tony.webb@uts.edu.au
6.Engineering & Sustainable Development Courses [Brisbane and Perth]
- Limited Numbers!
Greetings to the Teams and Supporters of The Natural Edge Project,We are pleased to announce the first of a series of training courses to be offered in Australia by TNEP, in partnership with Engineers Australia, Engineering Education Australia and RMIT, as part of the Engineering Sustainable Solutions Program (ESSP). As supporters of the project we invite you to consider attending the courses or referring your colleagues to them. Each course can accept a maximum number of 45 registrations. (Information on the courses can be found at
http://www.naturaledgeproject.net/ESSPCourses2006.aspx)
The ESSP has been officially accepted as an initiative of the United Nations Decade for Education in Sustainable Development 2005-14 and is endorsed by Engineers Australia. Satisfactory completion of coursework and associated assessments will be formally recognised as credit towards the RMIT Master of Sustainable Practice. Each course is equivalent to one quarter of a Graduate Certificate. The courses and supporting book, The Natural Advantage of Nations (Earthscan 2005) were awarded the 2005 Banksia Award for Environmental Leadership, Training and Education and were one of three finalists in the Australian Museum Eureka Prizes - Department of Environment and Conservation Allen Strom Eureka Prize for Sustainability Education.It is our intention to work with our international partners to deliver and co-deliver the material internationally later in 2006 and into 2007.
Course 1: The Role of Engineers in Sustainable Development (3 Days) Perth: 21-23 March, Brisbane: 28-30 March (Download Course 1 Syllabus)
This course is targeted at entry level professionals and late tertiary students. It begins by exploring the emerging field of sustainable development in an interactive format, enabling participants with a strong understanding of, and the ability to communicate, base principles related to engineering practice. The course then focuses on the context for incorporating sustainable development into the engineering profession, describing the terms, barriers, opportunities and existing tools that define and explain a whole systems approach to Sustainable Development.
Course 2: The Engineering Innovation for Sustainable Solutions (3 Days)
Brisbane: 18-20 July, Perth: 25-27 July (Download Course 2 Syllabus)
This course builds on the first course, targeted at entry level professionals and late tertiary students. It investigates the technical challenges for sustainable development in a range of sectors such as energy/greenhouse, water, built environment, transport, and waste. The course looks at a number of drivers for sustainable technologies and related opportunities for industry by citing and exploring case studies, reports and publications of international best practice in sustainable engineering solutions.
Fee (Incl. GST): AUS$1,540 per course. Price includes all required reading material and a copy of the publication "The Natural Advantage of Nations" (ISBN: 1844071219), presenters and facilitators, guest lecturers, comprehensive reference notes and slide printouts, meals and refreshments during course hours, writing materials and a Certificate of Attendance and the academic assessment by RMIT.
Registration: For registration or queries, please see the EEA Short Courses Feb - Jul 2006 brochure, including the registration form, on the EEA web site www.eeaust.com.au, or contact EEA direct on +61 3 9326 9777.
The Presenters (with Guest Lecturers):
Charlie Hargroves (BEng Civil) is a co-founder and Coordinator of The Natural Edge Project (TNEP). Charlie is a co-author and the co-editor of the publication The Natural Advantage of Nations. Charlie recently returned from an engineering visiting scholar position at the University of Colorado, Boulder, where he delivered both courses in full to the masters program with Hunter Lovins. He and his TNEP colleagues have contributed to a variety of private and government sustainability initiatives, and have presented a range of training courses and workshops in Australia and internationally. Charlie is an adjunct lecturer at the Adelaide University School of Civil & Environmental Engineering. (more)
Cheryl Paten (BEng Environmental), 2005 Young Professional Engineer of the Year, worked for four years with an international engineering consultancy after graduating, then joined TNEP as Education Coordinator. Cheryl´s TNEP position is in formal collaboration with Griffith University, where she lecturers in Environmental Engineering, within the Faculty of Engineering. Cheryl is a co-author of the The Natural Advantage of Nations. She represents TNEP on the Engineers Australia Environmental Engineering College Board and the International Advisory Board for the International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education. (more)
We look forward to engaging with you.
In Partnership
Charlie, Mike, Cheryl and Nick
TNEP Secretariat
(Affiliate of Engineers Australia)
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Karlson 'Charlie' Hargroves B.E.(Civil)
Project Coordinator
The Natural Edge Project
(Affiliate of Engineers Australia)
charlie@naturaledgeproject.net
www.naturaledgeproject.net
Mobile: +61 (0)407 071 729
Project Office/Fax: +61 (0)8 8267 5169
7. Job: Social Economics Trainer [East Timor]
Want to work with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries in Timor-Leste?? Follow this link.
http://www.ayad.com.au/public/assignmentDetails.aspx?code=16ETRD08
The position is as Social Economics Trainer on the ACIAR/AusAID Seeds of Life Program for 1 year July 06/07.
We are looking for culturally sensitive recent graduates with one or two years work experience, not necessarily in agriculture, who are interested in volunteering the easy way, i.e. with a support allowance, insurance, tickets,in-country assistance etc. They would be employed as an Australian Youth Ambassador,
www.ayad.gov.au
Please let anyone you think would be suitable know.
Kind Regards,
Alex Dalley
Research and Extension Adviser
Seeds of Life Program
MAFF Dili
CPO BOX 221
Dili EAST TIMOR
+670 725 8885
8. IDEAS FESTIVAL 2006:29 March-2 April [BRISBANE]
1. Its very pink
The full Ideas Festival 2006 program is out now online and on paper.
Call QTIX on 136 246 to have your program posted to you, or go to the Ideas Festival website:
http://ideasfestival.com.au/
2. Block out your ideas days
The full Festival program includes debates, lectures, demonstrations,soapboxes and late night ideas. Check out the program, talk to your friends, family and colleagues. Open your diary and block out the Ideas Festival dates, 29 March to 2 April, and get ready to immerse yourself in ideas. You´ll need to book early for ticketed events.
http://ideasfestival.com.au/01_cms/details.asp?k_id=30
3. Heaps of speakers
In 2006 the Festival will present more than 100 local, national and international speakers in 73 sessions, in four ideas packed days. See the full speakers list, and each speaker´s bio and session details at:
http://ideasfestival.com.au/01_cms/index.asp?view_mode=section&s_id=4
4. Something for everyone
Everyone has ideas and ideas about ideas. The 2006 Festival includes a four-day program of free Kids Ideas activities, free Ideas Exhibitions, and our new Ideas for Schools program. It´s all there on the Festival website
http://ideasfestival.com.au/01_cms/details.asp?k_id=30
5. Get the ideas out there
Forward this email to colleagues, family and friends - you don´t want them saying they didn´t hear about it. If you want to spread the word through your networks and need bulk copies of the printed program just let us know.
http://ideasfestival.com.au/01_cms/details.asp?k_id=26
Looking forward to seeing you at Ideas 2006.
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The Ideas Festival, a four-day festival of ideas, innovation and invention, will be held at Brisbane´s South Bank from 29 March - 2 April 2006. The Ideas Festival is proudly presented by the Queensland Government, with Major Sponsors Griffith University and Brisbane Airport Corporation.
http://ideasfestival.com.au/
9. HEALTH ASSIGNMENTS, Asia and the Pacific Australian Youth Ambassadors for Development
Assignments for Intake 16 of the Australian Youth Ambassadors for Development (AYAD) Program are currently online at
http://www.ausaid.gov.au/youtham
The AYAD Program sends young Australians aged 18-30 on short term assignments (3-12 months) through Asia and the Pacific. The Program provides support to cover the costs of volunteering overseas including pre-departure medicals, insurance, travel, in-country allowance, and the support of an in-country manager. Further information is available on our website at
http://www.ausaid.gov.au/youtham
The following is an example of the range of HEALTH assignments available. A detailed position description for these positions and over 100 other positions are available on the website at
http://www.ausaid.gov.au/youtham
* Speech Pathologist, Bangladesh
* Health, Primary Physical Education and Sport (Volleyball and Basketball) Officer, East Timor
* Supervising Pharmacist, East Timor
* Medical Officer, Philippines
* Psychologist, Sri Lanka
* Special Needs Teacher/Occupational Therapist, Sri Lanka
* Teacher of the Deaf, Tonga
* Ambulance Paramedic, Vanuatu
* Curriculum Development Officer, (Physical Education), Vanuatu
* Water and Sanitation Officer, Cambodia
Information sessions are being held in most capital cities - visit the website for registration details. Please visit
http://www.ausaid.gov.au/youtham for position descriptions and application details.
Applications close February 27th, 2006
10.YOUTH MENTORING PROGRAM COORDINATOR [Palm Island, Qld]
Part Time - 30hrs p/wk. $21 per hr + super
Australian Red Cross
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Australian Red Cross is seeking a passionate community development professional to lead the development of its youth mentoring program on Palm Island. This role will work to build a positive red cross place for young people in their community.
As a motivated self starter you will have the ability to initiate and manage complex projects. The successful applicant will have well developed skills in working with young people and other external stakeholders.
People from Indigenous backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Visit
http://www.redcross.org.au/qld for an application pack or phone 07-3367-7222 during business hours.
Closing date: Monday 13 February 2006.
11.Multicultural Health Education Officer & Multicultural Youth Educator [Queensland]
- Apply by Feb 13 2006
HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C & Sexual Health Program
The Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland is the State´s peak body representing the issues and concerns of ethnic organizations and people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.
The HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C & Sexual Health Program at ECCQ is funded by Queensland Health to ensure that CALD people are not disadvantaged in accessing health information and in their awareness of health risk behaviors related to HIV, sexually transmissible infections (STIs),hepatitis C and other blood born diseases.
Both positions are based at ECCQ House, 253 Boundary Street, West End.The position of Health Education Officer is a fixed term, part time, maximum of three days a week, by negotiation to November 30,2006 with potential to renew subject to funding.
The position of Youth Educator is a fixed term, part time, maximum of two days a week, by negotiation to November 30, 2006 with potential to renew subject to funding. Remuneration for both positions - SACS Award, Level 4, Paypoint 2 ($37,879 pa)
Please send your application, with a CV, three references, and a brief statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria to: The Executive Manager, ECCQ, PO Box 5916, West End Q 4101.
The deadline for applications is 5pm Monday, 13 February 2006
12. Caseworker - UNACCOMPANIED HUMANITARIAN REFUGEE MINORS PROGRAM [ QLD ]
Mercy Family Services
SACS LEVEL 5 - FULL TIME.
Apply by 8 Feb 2006
Located at South Brisbane and funded by the Department of Child Safety, this position is in a program to assist children and young people from Africa, Afghanistan and Iraq to settle in Australia with their carers.Applications are invited from people with relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Human Services or Behavioural Sciences. Significant experience in working with children and families within a child protection context particularly from CALD backgrounds will be highly regarded.
An attractive salary package is available. For an application kit,please phone (07) 3840 6141 or email southbrisbane.admin@mfsq.org.au
Applications close Wednesday 8 February 2006
13. GetUp! - Political Campaigner
GetUp is a new organisation, and the first of its kind in Australia.
GetUp aims to use innovative technology and new forms of political participation outside the party system to revitalise progressive politics in Australia. GetUp is a highly unusual campaign organisation requiring a talented, creative and enterprising Political Campaigner.
The Political Campaigner will work closely with GetUp´s other staff to help craft GetUp's political strategy, develop and implement GetUp's national campaigns, produce innovative paid media and viral internet content, work closely with the media to promote GetUp's campaigns and help grow its membership.
http://www.getup.org.au
Applications close on Wednesday 8 February
14. Democracy Watch : Organization
Democracy Watch is a non-profit, non-partisan, citizens' group that aims to achieve sweeping reforms to dramatically curb the excessive influence of 'big interest' money on our elections and government decisions at the federal, state, and local levels.You can find more information at
http://www.democracywatch.com.au/.
15. Forum: Who are the most sustainable corporations in Australia?
(Feb 13)
...And do they actually perform better on the share market?
Launched in February 2005, the Australian SAM Sustainability Index (the "AuSSi") tracks the performance of the Australian companies which Sustainable Asset Management (SAM) has judged to be the sustainability leaders of their industry. Unlike its sister index, the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, the AuSSi is SAM´s first country-specific index.
At our February Forum, Francis Grey (Research Manager, Australia New Zealand, Sustainable Asset Management) will present SAM´s views on: corporate sustainability, who the Australian sustainability leaders and laggards are (including their methodology for assessing sustainability), and the roles and possible future of sustainability/CSR indices.
Come along to discuss corporate sustainability, debate and challenge Francis´s presentation, and enjoy morning tea and a light lunch.
Forum details:
Date and time: 13th February, 11am to 2pm
Where: Futureye Boardroom, Level 2, 388 Bourke St, Melbourne
Cost: Futureye Members $30 +GST (please contact Futureye to discuss membership); NGO Non-Members $75 +GST, Corporate Non-Members $150.Cost includes morning tea and a light lunch.
How to attend: call Stephen McGrail on (03) 9642 2088 or email Stephen@futureye.com
Upcoming Futureye forums:
- 8th May, 11am-2pm: Edward Warcaba, Sustainability Manager Asia-Pacific, Interface Australia (discussing how sustainability is driving innovation at Interface, not just cost-savings)
- August (date TBA): Brian Walters SC, author of `Slapping on the Writes: Defamation, Developers and Community Activism´, Vice Present of Liberty Victoria and Free Speech Victoria (discussing Gunns Limited´s legal action against environmentalists), and Richard Meeran, lawyer, Slater and Gordon (discussing his representation of human rights organisations in the recent action against Anvil Mining)
Futureye 2006 Membership
Futureye membership includes; heavily discounted attendance to forums, a quarterly Member newsletter (written by Futureye´s consultants), quarterly free key issue and skills workshops, and access to a Members-only online portal access (login at www.futureye.com).
Individual Membership
Corporate rate
-First individual corporate member: $250 (+GST)
-Additional (second, third, etc) corporate member: $100 (+GST) NGO rate
-First individual NGO member: $100 (+GST)
-Additional (second, third, etc) NGO member: $40 (+GST)
Organisational membership (entitles an organisation to up to 10 members)
-Corporate rate: $500 (+GST)
-NGO rate: $200(+GST)
How to join: call Stephen McGrail on (03) 9642 2088 or email
Stephen@futureye.com
Please pass this email on through your networks to anyone you think might be interested in attending / joining the Futureye Members´ Circle.
Thanks and regards, Futureye Pty Ltd Level 2, 388 Bourke St
Melbourne, VIC, 3000
P: (03) 9642 2088
F: (03) 9642 1033
E: Stephen@futureye.com
W: www.futureye.com
16.ACF: Director Of Sustainability Strategies: by 14 Feb 06 [Melbourne]
From:
http://www.acfonline.org.au/news.asp?news_id=695
Director Of Sustainability Strategies
The Director of Sustainability Strategies is a member of ACF's senior team and shares responsibility for the achievement of ACF's vision. The position leads highly skilled and motivated staff and works at a national level with government, community and business leaders to achieve outcomes for a sustainable society.
The Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) has been a strong and effective voice for the environment for 40 years.
This is a rare opportunity to play a key leadership role in inspiring people to achieve a healthy environment by leading the development and promotion of cutting edge thinking for the adoption of ecological sustainability in Australia. You can make a real difference for future generations at this crucial time.
The position is, ideally, based in ACF's office in the award-winning 60L Green Building in Melbourne.
Applications close 14 February 2006
Send applications (email preferred) to:
Anna Molan,
Human Resources Manager
Australian Conservation Foundation
Email:a.molan@acfonline.org.au
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Director of Sustainability Strategies
RESPONSIBLE TO: Executive Director
LOCATION: Melbourne (preferred)
STATUS: 3 Year Contract
HOURS: Full-time
POSITION PURPOSE
The Director of Sustainability Strategies will lead the development and promotion of cutting edge thinking for the adoption of ecological sustainability and inspire all Australians to achieve a healthy environment.
The Director is a member of ACF's senior team and shares responsibility for the achievement of ACF's vision and the overall effectiveness and performance of the organisation. The position leads highly skilled and motivated staff and works at a national level with government, community and business leaders to achieve outcomes for a sustainable society.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Lead ACF's Sustainable Australia Program and develop, harness and promote cutting edge thinking on sustainable consumption and production policy, and new approaches to economic, environmental and social policy and practice that will drive Australia toward ecological sustainability.
* Provide advice to ACF on economic policy issues and ensure ACF is well networked with leading economists.
* Coordinate sustainability policy research and development within ACF and foster ACF's relationships with leading national and international ecological sustainability research organisations.
* Work with Directors, Councillors and other staff to integrate ecological sustainability into ACF programs and lead its promotion and communication to policy makers, politicians, the corporate sector, and the community.
* Promote national leadership on sustainability, including leading ACF's FutureMakers and National Sustainability Summit initiative, to build support with key policy makers, politicians, and corporate leaders for an Australian Sustainability Charter and new institutional arrangements to drive sustainability reform in Australia.
* Work with key staff to lead the uptake of political strategies and solutions for a sustainable Australia to maximise the impact on audiences including government, business and communities.
* Work with the Campaigns Director to ensure that the development and implementation of ACF's environment policy is coordinated and integrated.
* Develop and maintain strategic contacts within the environment and social change movements, universities and institutions, governments and the corporate sector on new and emerging issues around ecological sustainability
* Provide strategic and policy advice to the Executive Director,Campaigns Director, key staff and ACF Council as directed by theExecutive Director.
* Play a lead role in developing the leadership capacity and
effectiveness of ACF and champion a culture of innovation and learning.
* As a member of the National Management Team play a key leadership role in the overall management of ACF, provide advice on strategies and ACF environmental policies and positions and support the Executive Director to coordinate the implementation of ACF's 10 year strategic plan.
* Other duties as directed by the Executive Director.
The following experience, skills and personal attributes are
required:
* Strong appreciation of and commitment to the vision, values and objectives of ACF.
* Outstanding leadership capacity and the ability to manage and team build across an organisation.
* Demonstrated high level awareness, understanding and experience of environmental issues and thinking for a sustainable Australia.
* High level of skills, experience and creativity in analysis, policy development, and the promotion of sustainability/environment issues.
* High level of knowledge and strategic experience in economic policy and its relationship with ecological sustainability.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and experience in developing and maintaining strategic partnerships with community, corporate & political leaders.
* Sophisticated oral and written communication skills and the capacity to represent ACF publicly through media and public speaking events at the highest public, corporate and political levels.
Please address these skills/attributes in your application.
Interstate travel may be required on an as needs basis.
