WA Nature Campaigner

Full time | Fixed term 2 years | Boorloo / Perth

The Wilderness Society WA is seeking a passionate and capable WA Nature Campaigner to support the delivery of strategic environmental campaigns across Western Australia, including key work in the Northern Jarrah Forest and Kimberley regions.

Working as part of a highly collaborative campaigns team, this role will help mobilise community support, influence decision-makers and contribute to people-powered environmental change.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build or deepen their campaigning experience while working on high-impact conservation outcomes across WA.

About the role

As the WA Nature Campaigner, you will:

• Support the implementation of campaign strategies and priorities across Western Australia
• Assist with campaign research, analysis and development of campaign materials
• Contribute to campaign tactics, advocacy activities and stakeholder engagement
• Support relationship-building with community groups, supporters, alliances and partner organisations
• Work collaboratively with campaigners, organisers, communications and fundraising teams across the organisation
• Assist with campaign communications, events and supporter engagement activities
• Contribute to stakeholder mapping, power analysis and campaign planning processes
• Help monitor campaign progress and support reporting activities
• Contribute to a collaborative, respectful and values-led organisational culture

This role is based in Boorloo / Perth and may involve some travel across WA.

About you

You are a proactive and adaptable campaigner who is passionate about protecting nature and working collaboratively to create change.

You will bring:

• Experience in campaigning, advocacy, community organising or related work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Initiative, adaptability and a willingness to learn
• Commitment to the purpose and values of the Wilderness Society

Desirable experience includes:

• Experience in environmental or social change campaigning
• Understanding of political and policy processes in WA or nationally
• Experience working with community groups, supporters or alliances
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience

Why join us?

At The Wilderness Society, you’ll join a passionate, purpose-driven organisation with a long history of environmental wins powered by people and community action.

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by midnight on the closing date.

We offer:

• Five weeks annual leave (pro rata)
• Genuine flexibility in working arrangements where possible
• 15 days personal leave
• 3 additional leave days over the end-of-year shutdown period
• Floating public holidays
• Generous paid parental leave (subject to eligibility)
• Commitment to professional development and learning
• Access to Long Service Leave after five years continuous service
• Employee Assistance Program (free confidential counselling support)
• The Wilderness Society is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where people feel safe, valued and empowered to contribute fully.

We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people of colour, LGBTQIA+ people, people living with disability, neurodivergent people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or cultural background. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.