Identified position This position is an 'Identified' position which signifies that the role has a strong involvement in issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The successful applicant must have an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and an ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. Who we are Australia's natural and cultural heritage is unique. Our land and seascapes are distinctive, home to plants and animals found nowhere else in the world, and to some of the oldest living cultures on earth. These environments and cultures are an essential part of our national identity, and visitors travel from across the country and the world to experience them. The Director of National Parks (the Director) is responsible for six national parks, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, 58 Australian Marine Parks and the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve established under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Parks Australia is the federal park agency that supports the Director, and they are a division of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department). We work to showcase these natural and cultural wonders to the world, demonstrating to all why these places are so special, and inspiring communities to become more invested in their care and future. Australia has one of the largest networks of marine parks in the world. Marine parks protect the diversity of life in our oceans-from astonishing coral reefs in our tropical seas to deep ocean canyons and undersea mountains in temperate marine regions. This branch oversees the ongoing management of each of the six Marine Park Networks, Policy and Programs Coordination, Science and Management Effectiveness and Authorisations and Compliance. The West and North Marine Parks Section manages 35 offshore marine parks around western Australia's coastline, from the Victorian-South Australian Border to West Cape York. The section also administers the Ghost Nets Initiative, with Innovative Solutions Grants and beach cleanups with 24 Indigenous ranger groups across the northern Australia. The key duties of the position include The job/s Senior Marine Parks Officers lead and support a range of projects and activities related to marine park and natural resource management. Key responsibilities include: Managing projects, including procurements and grants monitoring progress and reporting on outcomes, risks, and timelines in relation to implementing the management plans for each marine park/network. Preparing clear and effective communications, including briefs, reports, social media, and submissions for internal (including the Minister) and external audiences. Providing policy advice and supporting regulatory processes collaborating with internal teams and external partners, including Traditional Owners, First Nations' organisations, government agencies, industry, eNGOs and community groups and representing Parks Australia at meetings, conferences, and other forums. Desirable qualifications Qualifications in science, anthropology, project management are desirable but not essential. Most important is a passion for protecting the marine environment and working with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds. For detailed information about the job-specific capabilities for this role, please view the Job Description which can be downloaded from our website - the Apply Now link will take you there.
