• Location: Brisbane
• Full Time, 5 days / 38 Hours per week
• 12 month contract

ABOUT THE NEXT ECONOMY

The Next Economy is a not for profit organisation committed to making the world a better place. It is no secret that our economic systems are not working for the majority of people on this planet. Even the wellbeing of those with immense wealth is being undermined by the relentless degradation of the natural systems on which we all depend. And as economic inequality and insecurity grows, so do social and political conflicts over resources.

The good news is that all around the world, people are experimenting with new (and not-so-new) economic practices that not only meet the needs of people in equitable and just ways, but also protect and regenerate natural systems.

The purpose of The Next Economy is to not only generate greater awareness of the range of economic tools and practices we can use to ensure the long-term wellbeing of both people and planet, but also to support communities across Australia to implement these approaches to strengthen and stimulate their local economies. In doing so, our aim is to catalyse the emergence of economic systems that are:

• Good for people by ensuring everyone’s basic needs are met and that the benefits and costs of economic activity are shared equitably; and are
• Good for the planet by transitioning us to a zero emissions economy that protects and regenerates the natural systems on which all life depends.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Community Transitions Program Manager will be responsible for the design and delivery of strategies and activities to support government, industry, unions, environment groups, social service organisations and community groups to manage the transition to a zero-emissions, regenerative, resilient and socially just economy. This will include the design and delivery of a range of activities including:

• Regional Workshops and Other Participatory Activities with a range of stakeholders to co-design plans, strategies and projects to support the development of economic opportunities in transitioning to a climate resilient, socially just economy
• Developing A Suite of Online Courses and Training Materials on themes related to economic development, community engagement and enterprise development
• Leading a Sector Transformations Group to pull together leading and progressive practitioners and thinkers working on a particular sector (ideally either the energy or land-use sector) to develop a strategy to transform the sector over the next decade and develop appropriate plans, policies and programs to catalyse change.
• Training professionals in other organisations (eg: environment groups, unions and others) to facilitate participatory action approaches to planning and community engagement.

ABOUT YOU

The best fit for this role is somebody who is:

• Loves facilitating training and working with groups of people to develop plans and strategies;
• Knowledgeable about alternative/regenerative economic practices and systems;
• Solutions-focused and adopts a whole-of-systems approach to complex problems;
• Adept at synthesising and communicating technical information related to climate change and the transition to net zero emissions to make it accessible to a range of audiences;
• A good public speaker and experienced at engaging with media;
• Professional in their ability to participate in high level collaboration with government, business and other not-for-profits;
• Committed to social justice principles and able to work with people from a range of different backgrounds;
• Has good working relationships with others within the Australian climate and/or new economy movement.

For further information on essential and desired skills and experience, please refer to attached Position Description.

CORE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Community Transitions Program Manager will be responsible for the design and delivery of a range of programs to support communities, governments, industry, unions and others to undertake action to facilitate a smooth, rapid and just transition to a zero-emissions economy. This includes:

• Facilitating strategy sessions, planning activities, training blocks and mentoring sessions with a range of different communities on issues related to economic development and the transition to a zero emissions economy;
• Working with other TNE staff to design training materials, activities, workbooks & collateral related to transition;
• Recruiting and working with experts across a range of fields to develop and deliver training and policy materials;
• Undertaking relevant research and staying abreast of the latest developments related to the transition and economy;

• Co-design policies and strategies to assist government agencies and industry leaders to manage the transition to a zero emissions economy;
• Develop evidence-based reports on key elements of the transition to a zero emissions future;
• Work collaboratively with leaders from across government, industry, unions, the environment sector, social service organisations and other key organisations to develop strategies to transform the economy;
• Deliver public presentations and engage with both mainstream and social media;
• Assist the CEO and other staff with general duties to support the smooth functioning of The Next Economy, including the development of funding proposals, co-designing new programs, attracting and managing program finances and meeting reporting and other compliance requirements.

To successfully fulfil their job requirements, the successful candidate will be sometimes required to travel within Australia and work outside normal work hours.

TIME COMMITMENT

This is a full-time employment contract (5 days/per week option) with a duration of 12 months, ideally commencing in mid-late February 2021. To successfully fulfil their job requirements, the successful candidate will be sometimes required to travel within Australia and work outside normal work hours.

LOCATION

This is a Brisbane based opportunity, we will only consider applications from those who are able to work full time and are based in Brisbane or are willing to relocate to Brisbane.

REMUNERATION

This is a 12-month fixed-term employment contract with The Next Economy. Salary is negotiable on experience, circa $95,000 - $100,000 per annum plus Superannuation. Extension beyond 12 months is subject to external funding.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

To be considered for this position, applicants should have current working rights for Australia and be based in Brisbane or be willing to relocate to Brisbane.