Our team is growing!

Published May 22, 2026

Are you passionate about environmental education and inspiring the next generation of Landcarers?

Our Education program is expanding and we’re looking for an Education Coordinator to help deliver engaging school workshops, excursions and hands-on learning experiences across Tasmania.

This role will work closely with schools, educators, Landcare groups and community partners to build environmental awareness, strengthen connections to nature, and support young people to care for the places they love.

Education Coordinator

Location: Tasmania wide
Employment Type: 2 days per week (0.4 FTE)
Salary: $40.33 per hour

 

About Landcare Tasmania

Landcare Tasmania is the peak body for Tasmania's grassroots Landcare movement. As a not-for-profit and registered charity, we support and empower over 8,000 volunteers and 270+ member groups to protect and enhance the sustainability of Tasmania's land, water, and natural environments. We provide the resources and connections that enable local communities to lead conservation and sustainable land management across the state. Our passionate team works alongside community groups, landholders, businesses, government, and environmental organisations to achieve meaningful outcomes for Tasmania's landscapes and waterways. We foster an inclusive and ethical workplace where integrity, collaboration, and community empowerment are at the heart of everything we do.

 

About the role

The Education Coordinator plays a key leadership role in developing and delivering Landcare Tasmania’s environmental education programs. This position is responsible for coordinating school-based workshops, excursions, and curriculum-aligned resources to promote environmental awareness and stewardship among young people. The role works closely with the Landcare Tasmania team and external stakeholders to ensure quality delivery of educational activities that align with strategic goals.

 

What you'll bring

Applicants must address each criterion with relevant experience and examples.
Please provide your resume and any qualifications or certifications relevant to the position.

1. Member Engagement & Support

Provide responsive, tailored support to schools, educators, and community groups to strengthen engagement with Landcare programs. This includes building relationships, responding to enquiries, improving communication between stakeholders, supporting engagement strategies, assisting with resources and reporting, and managing priorities using project systems.

2. Project and Event Delivery

Deliver and support education projects, workshops, and events across Tasmania. This includes coordinating logistics, delivering curriculum-aligned and place-based learning experiences, supporting small project delivery, ensuring safe and effective program implementation, adapting activities for different audiences, and contributing to reporting and evaluation.

3. Relationships & Collaboration

Develop and maintain strong relationships with schools, education partners, Landcare groups, and stakeholders. Represent the organisation professionally at events and meetings, support partnership development and collaboration opportunities, and assist with promoting programs and initiatives through clear communication and engagement.

4. Data Collation

Accurately record and manage stakeholder and program data using CRM systems. This includes logging enquiries and participation, maintaining data quality, analysing trends and engagement gaps, and using insights to inform decision-making and improve program delivery.

5. Grant Management

Support delivery of grant-funded programs in line with funding requirements. This includes assisting with proposals, reporting, and acquittals; monitoring project progress; ensuring compliance and risk management; and contributing to funding applications and evaluation processes.

6. General Responsibilities

Contribute to overall team effectiveness by maintaining records, supporting reporting and systems, and following organisational policies and procedures. Ensure confidentiality, workplace safety, and compliance standards are upheld, and participate in broader organisational activities and events as required.

7. Continuing Professional Development

Maintain current knowledge of environmental education, curriculum requirements, and best-practice delivery. Participate in training and professional development and engage in continuous learning to strengthen capability in education delivery, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination.

 

Experience

  • 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role involving education delivery, project coordination and stakeholder engagement
  • Experience delivering education programs, workshops or community engagement activities
  • Experience working with children and/or school groups

Qualifications & Certifications

  • Tertiary qualification in education, environmental science or a related field - desirable
  • Registration to Work with Vulnerable People — required
  • Current Australian driver’s licence — required
  • Willingness to travel statewide, including overnight — required
  • First Aid certificate — desirable
  • Knowledge of the Tasmanian education curriculum — desirable

 

How to apply

Position description: Education Coordinator PD

Please submit a covering letter addressing the Selection Criteria and a CV via email to [email protected].

Applications close 5pm, Friday, 19 June 2026

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.