At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate rural programs and provide practical advice on sustainable land management.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on protecting the ACT's rural environment.
- Benefits: Full-time permanent role with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a merit pool for future opportunities and contribute to closing the gap.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in rural communities and agricultural industries.
- Qualifications: Experience in agriculture and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Biosecurity and Rural Services is seeking an experienced and motivated Rural Programs Coordinator to support the delivery of rural programs across the ACT. You will provide practical advice on sustainable land and livestock management, work closely with rural landholders and other stakeholders, coordinate key land management activities, and lead a small team. The role also contributes to biosecurity preparedness and incident response, helping protect the ACT’s rural environment and agricultural industries from invasive species and disease threats.
We are looking for someone with strong knowledge or experience in agricultural and sustainable land management, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to balance practical field-based work with program, contract and administrative responsibilities.
A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service. The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved.
Rural Programs Coordinator in Canberra employer: ACT Government
Join a forward-thinking government agency dedicated to tackling climate change and promoting sustainability in Canberra. As a Program Officer, you'll enjoy a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Contribute to meaningful projects that make a real difference in the community while enjoying competitive salary packages and the chance to work on cutting-edge environmental initiatives.
