Campaign Project Manager

Seeking extraordinary talent

End Food Waste Australia's vision is an Australia without food waste, starting with halving food waste by 2030. We will end food waste in Australia through research and innovation, industry action, policy development and behaviour change.

We help change behaviors in our homes and businesses through our behavior change campaigns, supported by the Australian Government Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. We also lead bold and innovative industry action and collaboration through the Australian Food Pact and Sector Action Plans. Furthermore, we conduct world-leading research through the End Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre, funded by the Australian Government's Department of Industry, Science and Resources.

 Together, we aim to create a more productive, sustainable, and resilient Australian food system by ending food waste and food insecurity. www.endfoodwaste.com.au  

We are a values-led organisation that is focused on:

• Purpose: making a difference, for good.
• Integrity: doing what is right.
• Collaboration: working together for better outcomes.
• Performance: creating meaningful impact.

We are seeking an experienced, well-organised, energetic, and dedicated Campaign Project Manager to lead the project management of our dynamic, consumer-facing behaviour change campaign (NCBCC) to reduce household food waste across the nation. The ideal candidate is a positive self-starter with excellent communication skills, capable of managing complexity, working in a team and ensuring the successful execution of the campaign strategy. 

Head Office is in Adelaide, however our team can work from home across Australia. This role is being offered as a 0.8 FTE – 1.0 FTE, contracted until 30 October 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead the development and execution of project schedules, alignment with campaign strategy, and coordination with the team at End Food Waste Australia delivering the nationwide consumer behaviour change campaign.
• Campaign Strategy: Collaborate closely with our campaign team to translate comprehensive strategies into actionable plans, ensuring alignment with our overarching goals.
• Coordination: Forge strong working relationships with cross-functional teams within the organisation, to ensure seamless execution of all campaign activities.
• Budget Management: Support oversight of campaign budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring financial accountability in collaboration with the Finance Manager.
• Timeline Management: Maintain strict adherence to project deadlines, providing regular updates for internal and external reporting.
• Performance Tracking: Support the campaign director(s) to implement data-driven insights into campaign delivery.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Campaign Directors, creative agencies, and team members to foster a culture of collaboration and innovation to grow the complex project.
• Partnership and future grant scoping: Support Campaign Directors in negotiating collaborations, grant applications and contracts with partners aligned with our mission and objectives.
• Multitasking Mastery: Navigate multiple priorities with finesse, upholding high standards of quality and efficiency in all endeavours.
• Reporting: Lead and oversee the provision of consistent and detailed updates on project status, challenges, and successes to all relevant stakeholders.

Education: Qualifications in project management, marketing, communications, business, or a related field is highly desired.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of project management experience, preferably in a grant funding, marketing or advertising environment. Highlight any experience working with government agencies, NGOs, or private sector partners, as this could be relevant to collaborating on a national campaign.

Skills:

•   Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
•   Proactive approach to problem solving, managing projects team engagement.
•   Strong dedication and commitment to achieving project goals.
•   Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
•   Ability to thrive both independently and collaboratively in a fast paced environment
•   Proficiency in project management tools and software.
•   Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Personal Attributes:

• Self-Starter: Demonstrates initiative and independence in driving results
• Great Communicator: Effectively conveys information and ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Energetic & dedicated: Brings enthusiasm to the role as a motivated team member committed to the success of the campaign and its objectives.
• Flexible & adaptable: able to navigate evolving priorities and challenges with resilience and grace.
• Organised & efficient: exceptional time management skills and attention to detail.

For further information please contact End Food Waste Australia, Carolyn Eggart, People & Culture Manager at *******@endfoodwaste.com.au 

APPLY FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY NOW!

Please apply through SEEK with a cover letter that specifically addresses the required skills and attributes in no more than four pages plus a current concise resume (maximum four pages).  Applications that do not address these requirements will not be considered.

Applications close at 9am ACST on Friday 28th June, 2024.