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Er, we don't have a jobs section, but here goes

(This was passed on by a friend)

http://beyondzeroemissions.org/jobs/paid-contractor-position-technical-research-coordinator-%E2%80%93-zero-carbon-austr-0

Key responsibilities and accountabilities (full list in Position Description PDF)

   Conduct research, co-ordinate volunteers, and provide management and direction for the ZCA Transport Plan.
   Lead one or more research working sub-groups, developing project outlines and timelines.
   Provide a positive and motivating environment for volunteers.
   Provide appropriate feedback, assessment, training and management of current and prospective volunteers.
   Develop relationships and attend meetings with relevant experts and stake holders.
   Contribute to and develop the ZCA Transport Plan MediaWiki.
   Report on Project activities and provide relevant information to Research and Executive Directors.
   Be prepared to present publicly on elements of the ZCA Technical Plans, and to publicly endorse and promote elements of the Plans.

Term: 12 months contract at approx. $40,000, with possible extension dependent on funding. Part-time four days per week.

Personality: Self-driven, team-player able to work collaboratively. High-level analytical skills with an eye for detail. Must be able to think ambitiously and outside current paradigms as the ZCA Project requires but also apply critical oversight. An ability to communicate complex problems and solutions is important.

Management Ability: Able to communicate with and motivate a team of expert volunteers of diverse ages. Some experience managing staff and especially volunteers preferred.

Special Requirements: Annual leave must be taken at a time which accommodates the peak workflows of the project. Work hours include regular volunteer meetings conducted outside of normal 9-5 working hours.

Selection Criteria

Essential

   A bachelor's degree or higher with a focus on an engineering discipline. Transport planners and other professionals with relevant qualifications and demonstrated experience should also apply.
   Demonstrated ability to perform independent research and to work effectively as a member of a research team.
   Demonstrated ability to follow instructions closely and complete tasks in an efficient and timely way with minimal direct supervision.
   Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritise tasks without compromising agreed outcomes.
   Demonstrated ability to write professional and scientific documents.
   Understanding of climate change science and the urgent need to reach zero greenhouse gas emissions.
   A demonstrated interest in and detailed understanding of at least one of the sectors of the Australian economy as listed above, and a willingness to become expert in any or all of the other sectors.
   A full driver's licence valid in the state of Victoria.

Desirable

   Experience writing large-scale academic or industry reports for professional publication.
   Experience in volunteer or staff management.
   Experience in developing or advocating climate change solutions.
   Experience in MS-Office and Windows-based software programs, GIS software.

Full position description available here.

How to apply for this job

Applications with CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria should be sent either as electronic (preferred) or hard copy to:

Project Director, Transport Plan

Electronic copy: Transport.applications@beyondzeroemissions.org

[somebody]

Doesn't seem like much money for the experience they are asking for.

[STB]

Hah!  I would get paid more for holding a camera and doing small production work at the ABC with much less equiv. experience and qualifications than what they are asking for.

[Mr X]

Did people miss the point that it's PART time?

[somebody]

Did people miss the point that it's PART time?

No.

Even if you multiply by 1.25 it's still not good.

And who wants a part time professional job?

[Mr X]

Actually that's 3k above what a normal base full time worker would get at my workplace...  stocking shelves

[STB]

Did people miss the point that it's PART time?

When I was working about 5 years ago, I was part time and yet I earned more than what they are asking for, and that was in the transport industry in a para-professional job, with less skills and qualifications needed!  I was also working one less day than what they are asking for as well!  No way would I apply for that position, unless I was desperate.