Job Description

Zero Emissions Noosa (ZEN) Inc’s. vision as a Not For Profit, incorporated community group is net zero Noosa community greenhouse gas emissions by 2026. Working in partnership with government, business, the community & other stakeholders, we encourage initiatives to reduce electricity & transport emissions from to reach Zero Emissions by 2026.

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THE POSITION

Part-time, independent contractor role, is Noosa Council Grant funded until 30 June, 2022.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Community engagement in an emissions reduction context, to a ZEN Inc. Board approved plan, to promote active community & volunteer engagement & boost community awareness of emissions reduction strategies for the electricity & transport sectors, including:

  • Volunteer community & business association engagement & coordination

  • Event organisation/delivery & participation, incl. possibly the EV Expo.

  • Engagement & coordination strategy recommendations to Board

  • Communications assistance via print &/or electronic media incl. website, newsletter, Facebook & Instagram

Essential Experience:

  • Demonstrated (or relevant alternative) community engagement experience in NFP &/or business sector, including working with volunteers

  • Demonstrated (or relevant alternative) experience in the organisation & delivery of community and/or business events

  • Demonstrated (or relevant alternative) experience working with a Board

Preferred Experience:

  • Demonstrated (or relevant alternative) communication experience with print and/or social media, website, newsletter, Facebook and Instagram

  • Knowledge of, & experience in, renewable energy &/or sustainable transport at community level is an advantage

Essential Skills:

  • Demonstrated (or relevant alternative) skills in community engagement & the ability to support, work with & coordinate volunteers

  • Excellent verbal & written communication

  • Motivation, with excellent organisational skills & the ability to meet deadlines

Preferred Skills:

● Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc) & social media skills

● Knowledge & experience of graphic design programs, including Google, Canva, and Mailchimp or similar

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Part time flexible working hours (equivalent to 8 hours a week) until 30 June, 2022. Contract renewal possibility if funding is available & subject to successful work completion, including the 3 month probation period. Primarily working from home, utilizing own computer and internet facilities. May be the opportunity to work from shared office space with wi-fi. Some external travel will be required to attend Board meetings and community outreach opportunities.

Further information

Contact Anne Kennedy, President, Zero Emissions Noosa Inc. using the buttons below to receive more information and a position description.

To apply, please send a Covering Letter addressing selection criteria, essential and preferred (max. 2 pages), plus a CV covering demonstrated or equivalent experience (max. 4 pages) by Fri. 23 July to the email address below.