Biodiversity Coordination Unit Coordinator

Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 855245
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

The Biodiversity Coordination Unit (BCU), within the Conservation and Wildlife Branch, is responsible for the preparation of the Biodiversity Act and the undertaking of targeted action using evidence-based priorities and communicating these. The BCU Coordinator is responsible for providing high level program development, planning and coordination for the BCU. The role has a priority focus on providing strategic thought leadership to inform the direction of the forward plan for biodiversity initiatives, providing executive support and coordination for the internal steering committee and external panel of experts that guide the strategy, and project management and coordination to ensure delivery of the program.

What can we offer you!

• Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
• Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
• Hybrid working model with flexible working options including work from home available to promote work life balance.
• Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access to our Fitness Passport Program.
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract: Temporary Backfill Contract up to 6 months

Desirable Qualifications:

• An appropriate degree/qualification in natural resources management, project management, business management or similar is desirable.
• Experience working with Aboriginal Communities.

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.
• You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or provide evidence that you hold a valid working visa that allows you to work in Australia.
• Willingness and ability to safely operate a 4WD.

A successful applicant who is not currently employed by the Department for Environment and Water will be required to have an original photo identification document sighted and provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) issued within the last 12 months. This information must be supplied by all applicants who are shortlisted for interview.

Remuneration: ASO7 ($116,089 min - $125,490 max) p.a.

Enquiries to:

Jennifer Pitman, Manager, Conservation & Threatened Species
***************@sa.gov.au
0438 865 ***

Application Instructions:

Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, current CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Essential Criteria (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.

The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.

Applications close: 03/09/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- ASO7 P53436 Biodiversity Coordination Unit Coordinator-RD.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.