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SalaryThis is an exciting opportunity to work on one of Australia’s most successful biosecurity programs.
The Wet Tropics Management Authority welcomes applications for a full-time Community Engagement Officer (AO4) to work within the Yellow Crazy Ant Eradication Program in Cairns.
The successful applicant will be a self-motivated individual who is enthusiastic and driven to improve the protection and management of the World Heritage Area. You will play a key role in promoting the Yellow Crazy Ant Eradication Program through a range of Community Engagement, education and communication activities.
As a Community Engagement Officer (AO4) you will:
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to create strategies, opportunities and products to support community education, engagement and awareness of the Wet Tropics Management Authority’s Yellow Crazy Ant Eradication Program (Eradication Program).
- Liaise and develop cooperative relationships with stakeholders and the broader community to encourage participation in the Eradication Program and promote ongoing interest and support.
- Provide secretariat and other support services to the Yellow Crazy Ant Reference Group.
- Work with team members to prepare and deliver a range of promotional and education materials.
- Respond to requests for information from media, schools, government, industry and others about the Eradication Program.
- Deliver workshops, displays and presentations to raise awareness of Yellow Crazy Ants and Eradication Program activities. This may involve some weekend work.
- Foster a workplace culture that supports and promotes the interests of First Nations people and actively engage through our work to contribute to better outcomes for First Nations people.
Date published:
25-Jan-2024
Closing date:
09-Feb-2024
