Woodlands, wetlands and Marine National Parks will form part of your professional backyard in this role of overseeing the next stage of growth for the Bellarine Catchment Network (BCN). Supporting a small and dedicated staff team, along with 45 member groups, the Executive Officer will further embed BCN as a well-respected and leading environmental organisation within the Geelong region. Come and join this dynamic, passionate team!

About Bellarine Catchment Network

Established in 1997, Bellarine Catchment Network (BCN) is an independent, not-for-profit environmental charity with an annual turnover exceeding $500,000. Governed by a voluntary Committee of Management, BCN currently employs six staff (5.2 EFT) plus casuals and volunteers. BCN's mission is 'to be an integrated, inclusive and collaborative network that educates, facilitates, connects and empowers groups and individuals to care for the living things of the land and water of the Bellarine catchment'. BCN is a growing network with over 45 organisational members including: Landcare, Coastcare, 'Friends of' groups, other environmental and community organisations, land managers, catchment bodies, and government agencies. For further information about BCN's strategic priorities, programs and past Annual Reports refer to: https://www.environmentbellarine.org.au.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced and motivated person to join our Bellarine Peninsula-based team. The role offers an exceptional opportunity to lead a well-established and respected environmental charity through its next development stage. As BCN's most senior employee, the Executive Officer will drive BCN's strategic goals by ensuring operational excellence, fostering sustainable partnerships, securing reliable funding, and encouraging forward-looking, innovative programs that protect the region's ecosystems and empower community action.

The role is ideal for somebody who:

• Is driven by purpose, not just process and are motivated to find creative ways to achieve environmental goals.
• Has a background in the environmental or related sector or bring experience from a purpose driven organisation.
• Thirves wearing many hats and applying your skills and experience across a range of functions and tasks.
• Has a thoughtful and strategic mindset, balancing big-picture vision with attention to detail.
• Enjoys operating autonomously to motivate small teams in a values-driven, collaborative environment.
• Is passionate about environmental sustainability and committed to creating a healthier, more resilient Bellarine Peninsula.

If this sounds like you, come work with us! We encourage people from all backgrounds and skill sets to apply, even if they don't meet all of the selection criteria.

See the position description attached below for further information about this role including how to apply.