about us

Nature Conservation Council of NSW is the state’s peak environment organisation, representing over 200 local, state and national environment organisations in NSW.

As the state’s leading environmental advocacy organisation, it is our mission to protect nature in NSW and create the conditions it needs to thrive.

Our Values

Inspiration: we believe in the work we do and strive to inspire others to respect and protect nature.

Respect: we respect the views and opinions of others and consider, fairly and openly, views that might be different to our own.

Integrity: we are professional and honest in our working relationships, and transparent and accountable in our decision-making processes.

Collaboration: we believe we are stronger as a movement and value our culture of participation and building strong partnerships to achieve our goals.

Leadership: we provide leadership through empowerment, sound governance and an inspiring vision.

Recognition: we acknowledge the role First Nations People play in protecting the land and water. NCC undertakes to act in solidarity and partnership with First Nations People in all our work.

about you

We are looking for someone who: 

• Has a background in advocacy and/or experience working to protect the environment
• Has experience with the NSW (or other relevant) parliamentary system and the range of strategies and tactics deployed through parliament that can move us toward our campaign goals
• Has experience in policy development, implementation, and interpretation for advocacy and political engagement
• Is driven to support NCC member groups, and other partners, to advocate on key environmental issues and build a strong voice for nature in NSW
• Holds existing relationships in NSW Parliament or has the ability to quickly develop strategic relationships

Whilst an understanding of contemporary environment issues, policy and law in NSW would be an advantage it is not essential.

position summary

This position plays a critical role in leading NCC’s political engagement, monitoring the NSW Parliament for developments affecting climate and environmental issues, and facilitating timely, strategic responses across the organisation.

• Location: Sydney, NSW
• Supervisor title: Chief Executive Officer
• Hours: Full-time (part-time negotiable)
• Contract period: 12 months with possibility of extension 
• Salary: SCHCADS Award Level 6.1- 6.3, $106,600 - $113,000 p.a. (plus superannuation) depending on experience

jobs and responsibilities

• Monitoring NSW Parliament for issues relevant to the climate and environment movement in NSW and communicating these effectively.
• Tracking the passage of relevant bills, considering what action should be taken by the movement and facilitating reactive campaigning where required.
• Building and maintaining relationships with a range of NSW MPs and political staffers.
• Identifying gaps and opportunities in policy and legislation on priority issues.
• Working with the NCC team on designing and delivering advocacy campaigns which respond to those opportunities
• Working with the NCC Policy and Advocacy team on policy and research tasks.
• Connecting with external stakeholders to drive political change
• Facilitating effective communication between and collaboration amongst a range of environmental NGOs across NSW

key requirements

Essential:

Talent & Capabilities

• A sound knowledge and understanding of the NSW political process, power dynamics, and key players.
• The ability to build and maintain positive, functional relationships and collaborative partnerships with diverse stakeholders from government, the bureaucracy and civil society.
• A flexible approach to fast-changing circumstances and priorities.

Skills & Experience

• Experience and/or qualifications in law, politics, social science or environmental sciences.
• Government relations, legislative or issue advocacy campaign experience.
• Experience researching and identifying opportunities to fill gaps in the environmental policy landscape
• Experience understanding the implications of and responding to policy and political developments, and an ability to communicate these implications effectively.
• Experience bringing together stakeholders and facilitating purposeful communication and collaborative decision-making.

EXTRA POINTS FOR

• Existing working relationships with a variety of MPs, staff and media in NSW Parliament and/or government.
• Active knowledge of NSW environmental law and policy.

why us?

Working with some of the leading environmental campaigners and organisers in NSW, you will support NCC’s core objective of giving nature and our climate a voice.

Enjoy flexible working arrangements and leave options and a mission-driven, dedicated team. NCC prioritises staff wellbeing and organisational culture with a team spread across NSW, engaged in effective hybrid work practices and with generous conditions.

NCC offers a flexible work environment that prioritises organisational culture.

Some of the many benefits of being part of our organisation are:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Access to long service leave accruals after five years
• Salary sacrifice arrangements
• Cultural leave
• Parental leave

NCC is an equal opportunity employer and aims to be as diverse as the country we are trying to protect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.