Key Responsibilities

- Work closely with the Local Government Standing Committee and the Legal Services Provider to support Greens councillors and coordinate key events.
- Support local groups and Greens activists on campaigns covering state and local planning, environmental and community matters.
- Engage with campaigns to achieve improved environmental and social outcomes.
- Facilitate community understanding of Greens' approach to planning, environment, and community services.
- Design and deliver training (online and face-to-face) and at least one conference to local groups and Greens Councillors.
- Provide research, policy development, and submission writing support on planning, environmental & social issues.
- Manage support for Councillors, including administration of email, database, and messaging apps.
- Liaise with and triage issues for the Legal Services Provider.
- Undertake other duties as directed.

This position reports monthly to the Local Government Standing Committee, with line management via the State Manager. Note: This position does not provide any election campaign assistance.

- Understanding and commitment to the Greens' principles, policies, and decision-making processes.
- Valuable knowledge of planning and environmental policy and laws, particularly the Local Government Act 1993.
- Experience in community, environmental, or planning campaigns at a grassroots level.




- Relevant paid or volunteer work in community or environment sectors, unions, or equivalent bodies.
- Strong engagement and organisational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Advanced IT skills including use of MS Office and social media.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
- Emotional intelligence, resilience, and a willingness to learn.
- A tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience.
- Essential: a current Working with Children Check or capacity to obtain one within the first month.
- Essential: Experience as a Local Government Councillor.

Note: Occasional evening/weekend work and travel within NSW may be required. Successful candidates must not be a member of another political party.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Greens NSW is committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds and identities. The Greens NSW office is accessible and offers reasonable adjustments and flexible arrangements.

Work Health & Safety

You must take all reasonable care for yourself and others and comply with instructions, policies, and procedures related to safety and wellbeing.

For more about the organisation, visit www.nsw.greens.org.au.

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