Government and Investment Partnerships Lead

Bush Heritage Australia are seeking a Government and Investment Partnerships Lead to join the Government Engagement Team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a very real contribution to the protection of Australia’s unique wildlife and their habitat.

• Fantastic opportunity to work within a leading conservation organisation
• Flexible location within Australia
• $109,336 - $121,485 plus 12% super
• Full time, 2-year fixed term contract

About us

For over 30 years we’ve supported and protected some of the most fragile ecosystems across the continent and seen the impact of our science-based approach. We keep our eyes on the horizon and focus firmly on long-term, landscape scale impact. As a national, not-for-profit, we want to continue to expand the areas we protect and deepen the impact we have. We work in partnership with Traditional Owners, listening to and learning from the customs and cultures that came before us.

Together we can heal and protect the bush, now and into the future.

About the role

The Transformational Partnerships Lead is a newly established role responsible for identifying, developing and enabling high-impact partnerships that unlock new investment opportunities and significantly accelerate Bush Heritage Australia's conservation mission. The role will help lead the scoping and development of transformative initiatives including eco-tourism opportunities, government co-investment partnerships, election commitments, large-scale conservation proposals and nationally significant programs.

Reporting to and working with the Executive Manager, Government Engagement, the role will leverage Bush Heritage’s government relationships and engagement capability to maximise opportunities for public investment and policy alignment, while operating across the organization..

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What you'll need to succeed

• Proven ability to identify and convert strategic opportunities into tangible outcomes.

• High level of cultural competence when engaging and supporting Traditional Owner aspirations and partnerships.

• Experience engaging effectively with government stakeholders, ministers' offices, government agencies or policy decision-makers.

• Strong understanding of government funding, policy and election processes.

• Ability to identify innovative revenue opportunities and develop compelling business cases.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation and influencing skills.

• Ability to maintain productive relationships across diverse sectors and interests.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Proven ability to develop persuasive proposals,  briefing materials and investment cases.

• Commitment to Bush Heritage Australia's mission, values and conservation objectives.

• Genuine passion for nature conservation and delivering positive environmental outcomes.

What sets us apart

• Great life-work balance: flexible work arrangements with hybrid working.

• Access to 20 days personal leave per year, with up to 10 days, pro-rated according to your start date. We also offer cultural leave and gender transition leave.

• Employee Resource Groups for women, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent employees as well as a social group for bird lovers.

• Professional development activities including access to LinkedIn Learning. 

• Equitable 12 weeks paid leave to all parents, irrespective of their role as primary or secondary carers. 

• Remote staff are supported through an education allowance for kids and additional annual leave.

• Access to support and counselling via our Employee Assistance Program and free access to Headspace app.

• Melbourne office in docklands with state-of-the-art facilities and gym.

How to apply

To apply for this role, simply fill in your personal details and answer the questions below. You will then be taken to a page to upload a copy of your CV. There is no need to attach a cover letter or separate document answering key selection criteria. Candidates who are interested in the position are encouraged to apply even though they may feel they are not strong on individual selection criteria. In assessing merit, the panel will take into consideration “performance or achievement relative to opportunity”. We recognise that many staff today have a range of personal circumstances, and career histories.

If you require further information, please contact Quinton Clements (Executive Manager Government Engagement) on quinton.clements@bushheritage.org.au 

Bush Heritage Australia does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to be made for your application we would be more than happy to discuss how this could be arranged.

Evidence shows that applicants from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't feel they meet all the requirements of the job – unlike candidates from majority backgrounds who might fulfil less requirements.

We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we strive to build more diverse teams with your unique experience!

Don't miss out! Apply now!

Applications close: Wednesday the 28th of October at 11:30pm AEST