• Location: Melbourne (hybrid working)
• Type: Part time 0.6FTE 12 months’ Fixed term contract, with possibility of an extension
• Salary: $96,694 FTE + full salary packaging benefits, + plus superannuation

Join a passionate, collaborative team creating positive change for people and nature.

Live & Learn Environmental Education is seeking an Ecosystem and Nature Based Solutions Technical Advisor to support community-led conservation initiatives across the Pacific and beyond. If you are motivated by meaningful work, thrive in a supportive team culture, and want to be trusted to do your best work without micromanagement, we’d love to hear from you.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that protect forests and oceans, strengthen community livelihoods, and advance climate and nature-based solutions. You’ll work closely with country teams, partners, and our Ecosystem Protection Program Manager to help deliver high-quality, impactful programs that make a tangible difference on the ground.

Why join Live & Learn?

Purpose with impact:

Be part of inspiring projects that support community-led forest conservation, marine protection, climate resilience, and sustainable livelihoods.

A great culture & strong teamwork:

We’re proud of our inclusive, supportive, and collaborative workplace where ideas are valued, achievements are celebrated, and people genuinely look out for one another.

Flexible hybrid work:

Enjoy the best of both worlds with a mix of office and remote work that supports balance and wellbeing.

Trust-based environment – no micromanaging:

We empower our people to take initiative, work autonomously, and bring their creativity to the role.

Fun, friendly, values-driven team:

We take our work seriously, but not ourselves! Expect a warm, collegial, and enjoyable work environment.

About the role

As our Ecosystems Nature-based solutions Technical Advisor you will:

• Conduct applied research and contextual environmental analysis to inform project and activity design.
• Provide project teams with continuous technical support, feedback and guidance on environmental conservation matters, including practical field support.
• Lead or support environmental risk screening, impact assessments, and the development of environmental management plans.
• Contribute to the preparation of project proposals, reports, presentations and other technical documentation.
• Facilitate inter-country exchanges and support the development of a community of practice on terrestrial and marine ecosystem conservation and Nature-based Solutions within the Live & Learn network.
• Lead the participatory development of organisational strategies, approaches and positions on ecosystem conservation and Nature-based Solutions, aligned with recognised international frameworks and tailored to the Pacific context.

• Play an active role in fostering a positive, cooperative, and inclusive team culture.

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in environmental science or a related field.
• Training and/or experience in forest and/or marine conservation is required.
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant professional experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to translate this information for influencing and results.
• Experience working in multicultural settings (Pacific experience highly regarded).
• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused approach.

You’ll also need to be willing to undertake an Australian National Criminal History Check and World Check Screening.

Ready to apply?

If you’re excited about meaningful work, love being part of a great team, and want to contribute to real environmental and social impact, we’d love to hear from you.