The role

The CLAWS Project Officer will coordinate the delivery of the Cat Laws and Wildlife Survival Working Group (CLAWS) project ‘Reducing Roaming Felis catus’ (CSGL24012) funded by State NRM and sponsored by OHCG. The position is funded as 0.6FTE (22.5 hours per week) until 30 April 2028 with workdays by negotiation. Some activities will be required to be delivered outside of normal working hours with potential travel within the region.

The project will contribute to wildlife protection with increased awareness of the impacts of roaming cats on wildlife and includes feral cat control and developing a better understanding of the prevalence of toxoplasmosis in partnership with UWA.

Project activities include delivering community workshops and education sessions, coordinating subsidies for cat enclosures, supporting UWA PhD toxoplasmosis research and raising awareness of the project through media platforms.

Commencement date for this role is on or after 27th January 2026. The successful applicant will work under the operational guidance of CLAWS as the project steering group with employment administration provided by OHCG.

Requirements for the role

- Experience in project management with competing priorities in natural resource management or similar, with an interest in protecting native wildlife.

- Strong community engagement experience with varied target audiences including school students.

- Demonstrated ability to work independently, self-motivated and with attention to detail.

- Ability to apply for and maintain a Working with Children check.

- Current C-class WA Driver’s licence.

- Must have permanent Australian residency.

How to apply

Applicants must provide a letter addressing the requirements for the role with a maximum of three pages along with a current resume and two referees.

Applications are to be submitted to [email protected].

For more information or a copy of the full position description, please contact OHCG Operations Coordinator, Natalie Reeves on [email protected] or 0149 646 390

Closing date

Applications to be received by 5pm Sunday 16 November 2025.

Commencement date for this role is on or after 27th January 2026.