ABOUT the Yarra Riverkeeper Association

The Yarra Riverkeeper Association is a leading community-based environmental organisation that advocates for the health and protection of the Yarra, Birrarung and Maribyrnong, Mirrrangbamurn Rivers. We are a not-for-profit organisation with a paid staff and volunteer Board. We are independent of governments and transparent in our decision-making.

Working with others, and in partnership with Traditional Owners, we seek to understand and re-energise Melbourne’s rivers ecologically and culturally, bringing back biodiversity and health. Through vibrant advocacy, research, community engagement, corporate partnerships, litter and regeneration programs, we seek to transform urban waterways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are at an exciting time in the development of YRKA; with a twenty-year history we are seeking to consolidate our operations as we expand our leadership in the stewardship of urban waterways. The role would suit a flexible all-round community sector manager and leader who cares about the environment. The Manager, Operations will be responsible for managing diverse business operations, including:

• support for membership, donor and sponsorship relations,
• internal cross-program coordination and reporting,
• grant acquittals and commitments,
• create and improve operational systems as required,
• core fund-raising, budgeting, and financial management,
• staff contracts and employment conditions,
• oversight of communication with members and stakeholders.

While the Operations Manager will coordinate key tasks underpinning our organisational strategy, they will work closely with our Riverkeeper advocates who undertake inspiring community and research projects on the Birrarung and in its tributaries. They will report to the Board and be responsive to the dynamics of organisational values and needs.

ABOUT YOU

A confident leader, you will have strong organisational, financial, and interpersonal skills and be able to deliver operational outcomes in relation to fund-raising and maintain partnerships in support of key projects and priorities. Expertise with financial and project management software systems essential.

You will not only help our organisation thrive but also contribute to our collective vision for the vitality of rivers in the environment. We welcome applications from skilled administrators or managers who like to work closely with a committed team in delivering positive outcomes. You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for the role.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Salary, $90-95,000 p.a. (0.8 pro rata, flexible) plus superannuation, leave benefits and salary packaging.
• Fixed term from date of appointment (available immediately) until December 31, 2024.
• Flexible working conditions with a requirement for regular team and office work in our home base at the Abbotsford Convent.
• The chance to work with a supportive culture that provides opportunities for career progression in fundraising, representative or executive functions.
• Daily involvement with passionate individuals and respected advocates who understand and care about urban waterways.
• The opportunity to make a real change by being part of a successful Melbourne-based and independent environmental group that belongs in a global network of Riverkeepers.

The Yarra Riverkeeper Association is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that supports diversity and inclusion.

Please read the position description and/or write for more details to [email protected] using the subject line: Manager - Operations enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached below.