Australian Government Relations Coordinator – ACF

The Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) stands for ecological sustainability. ACF is offering a rare opportunity for a decisive and skilled networker, who thinks strategically and wants to use their outstanding advocacy and negotiation skills to make a real difference to the future of Australia. The successful applicant will work with the Director of Campaigns to ensure effective liaison between ACF, conservation, civil society, government to advance our agenda for a society powered by clean energy, safeguarding and regenerating the natural environment and building a strong constituency for nature and a safe climate. Visit www.acfonline.org.au or contact Karen Kershaw on (03) 9345 1148 for more info.

Location: Canberra, ACT.
Working hours: Contract, part time.
Salary: $65,796 to $85,776 per annum pro-rata (based on experience) plus 10% super.
Applications close: Wednesday, 12 November 2014.
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Economist – Australian Conservation Foundation

Interested in Economics as if the planet mattered? The Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) stands for ecological sustainability. They get to the heart of environmental problems by tackling the underlying social and economic causes and have been a strong and effective voice for the environment for 50 years. They're seeking a persuasive, dedicated economist with knowledge and experience of environmental issues, public policy and business sustainability. The successful applicant will work with the team to drive the deep transformations in economics and economic policy needed to create a sustainable and genuinely prosperous society.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria.
Working Hours: Full time (permanent position).
Salary: $91,605 ($83,278 salary + $8,328 10% super).
Applications close: Sunday 12 October, 2014.
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Top 10 eco blows from Abbott’s first year

It 's hard to choose, but here's Tony Abbott's top ten hits to the environment in his first 12 months according to the Australian Conservation Foundation... And find out why we have a cute kitten pictured for this story.