Catchments Coordinator | West Coast

Location West Coast
Salary $70,000 - $80,000 Salary
Job type Permanent
Discipline Tourism
Reference 965615
NZ Landcare Trust -Ngā Matapopore Whenua is growing, and are on the hunt for a full-time or Part time West Coast  Catchments Coordinator. You must be able to work autonomously and get the work done – while also working alongside farmers, environmental groups, local and central Government representatives, and the wider community. 

This exciting opportunity is full time, but can fit around school hours for the right candidate, and would be on a fixed term candidate of four years.

The ideal candidate can establish community networks, as relationship management is key for their success. A science degree would be a bonus, but not essential to secure you this role. This position would ideally suit Doc workers, Council (agricultural officers or catchment coordinators) and Westland employees

KEY TASKS
  • Lead the delivery of on-farm Good Management Practice (GMP) events that support adopting environmentally sustainable farming practices.
  • Lead the delivery of practical field-based farm plan workshops that support farmers to prepare farm plans for their farming enterprises.
  • Maintain a regional network of key organisations and individuals involved in sustainable land and water management, catchment management and biodiversity management.  This network will include iwi, government departments, regional councils, trustee groups, NGO’s, and research organisations.
  • Develop a database of contacts, information sources, funding opportunities and other relevant information. Investigate opportunities for sharing of resources between catchment groups and coordinate this where appropriate. 
  • Prepare funding applications for new projects and initiatives related to sustainable land and water management, catchment management and biodiversity management.
  • Work with regional councils, agribusiness, NGOs, and iwi to maintain an on-line calendar of events facilitated by the Trust and other agencies across the region.
Why work for NZ Landcare Ngā Matapopore Whenua?
  • Work for an organisation that is contributing towards a better NZ
  • Flexibility and work-life balance offered
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Exciting work that makes a tangible difference
*Please note you must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand when applying for this role. The role is based on the West Coast, and would suit someone that is hands on and can work autonomously .

The salary and company benefits on offer reflects this.
$70,000 - $80,000 for the successful candidate, depending on experience

Are you ready for a change? Ready to step up and take charge? Ready for a new challenge and lifestyle? Then JUMP on this now and contact me for a confidential chat or send me your CV and a covering letter detailing your experience.

 Don't sit back waiting for the perfect time, sometimes you must dare to JUMP!!

Contact Simon Baker,  simon@jumprecruitment.co.nz