Program Lead Esperance – South Coast NRM

Based in the South Coast region of Western Australia, South Coast Natural Resource Management is an independent, community-based organisation that provides leadership and expertise in natural resource management, conservation, sustainability, and community capacity. Our vision for the region is thriving and diverse communities where nature is valued, protected and restored. We acknowledge and work collaboratively with Noongar Traditional Owners across the region.

South Coast NRM is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Program Lead to join our Esperance team. This role will lead program delivery in Esperance and provide supervision for Esperance-based staff and provide strategic direction and stakeholder management within the region.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and coordinating program delivery in Esperance in line with organisational priorities

Building and maintaining strong relationships with community, industry, government and project partners

Supervising and supporting Esperance-based staff

Contributing to project planning, implementation, reporting and continuous improvement

Representing South Coast NRM in Esperance and supporting regional collaboration opportunities with stakeholder groups

Project and financial management of assigned project/s. Lead effective delivery of project activities and outcomes, including environmental survey design and implementation and ecological monitoring and evaluation.

People management responsibilities, including recruitment, supervision, and monitoring of staff to ensure they fulfil the responsibilities of their roles.

This is a varied and rewarding role within a purpose-driven organisation doing meaningful work to enhance NRM outcomes across the South Coast region.

The position will be based in Esperance, WA, and is offered up to 1.0 FTE, with flexibility on days and hours.

Please refer to the Position Description for details.

https://southcoastnrm.com.au/vacancies/

To be considered for the role, submit your CV and a cover letter to ••••@southcoastnrm.com.au. Your cover letter should demonstrate your skills and experience against the Essential and Desirable requirements as outlined in the Position Description.

Applications close 5pm on the 9th of August 2026

For role-related queries, please contact Alex Hams on (08) •••• •537 or Via Email ••••@southcoastnrm.com.au