• Help deliver meaningful, community led climate and biodiversity outcomes.
• Full time ongoing opportunity with flexible working options available
• $94K - $106K per annum (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation

About the team

• A team of five environmental professionals 
• Lead and coordinate Council’s response to the climate emergency, including reducing greenhouse emissions from Council and the community, supporting Glen Eira's biodiversity and supporting our community to prepare for and adapt to the impacts of climate change.
• Highly motivated by the impact that climate change is having on our community, and the difference we can make to the fight against climate change.  

About the role
As our Community Climate and Biodiversity Partnerships Officer, you will help design and deliver projects that support and engage our community to take action on climate change and protect local biodiversity. You will work with schools, community groups, residents, and other organisations to build strong partnerships and encourage people to get involved.

This role is about making climate action easy to understand and accessible for everyone. You will run community engagement projects, deliver events and workshops, create communication materials, and respond to community enquiries. You will also be working closely with Council teams to support the goals set out in our Climate Emergency Response Strategy 2025–2029.

Other responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering community climate and biodiversity projects
• Building strong relationships with local groups, schools and residents
• Managing project budgets and tracking spending
• Preparing reports, proposals, and project plans

About you
You have a strong understanding of climate change, sustainability, and/or biodiversity, and are confident in engaging with a wide range of people. You are a strong communicator who is analytically minded and can write reports and communications materials that are easy to follow.

Experience running community programs or working in engagement roles will help you succeed, as will the ability to plan projects, manage budgets and stay organised.

The following is also required:

• Tertiary qualification in related field or lesser formal qualifications with substantial relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of climate change, sustainability, community resilience and/or biodiversity, and effective strategies to address these challenges.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with strong ability to develop rapport with diverse stakeholders.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• Employee Working with Children Check
• New National Police Record Check
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
 Community Climate and Biodiversity Partnerships Officer - Position Description - January 2026.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: Wednesday 11th of February at 1155PM

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Bruce Paton, Coordinator Climate and Sustainability on 9524 3316 or email BPaton@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata)
• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.