Project Officer – Farm Risk Management
Role Summary:
The Project Officer is responsible for delivering a 9-month project focusing on analysis of the current farm business environment and identifying the best risk management services available to farmers, as well as further needs for the farming sector based on future risks and business growth goals. The output of the project will be an online tool to assist farmers in identifying the best risk management tools and resources available.
The role will involve delivering a NSW government-funded project which aims to engage with the farming sector and identify a range of archetypes based on current and planned approach to risks faced by their businesses. The Project Officer will be a key member of the NSW Farmers’ Projects team and work closely with our Policy and Regional team to ensure maximum success of the project.
The role is NSW based with the preferred candidate ideally located in Sydney. Small amounts of travel may be required to regional NSW. The role is a contract position until June 2024.
Part-time contract role (2 days a week) with work/life balance & growth opportunities - be valued for your contribution to the business.
Primary responsibilities:
• Analyse the current risk management services available within the Australian agriculture industry and identify any gaps or opportunities for new services
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Engage a research organisation to lead the identification and reporting of these archetypes
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Coordinate collaborative engagement with relevant stakeholders in the agriculture industry to better inform the outputs of the project
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Provide information and data analyses for milestone and budget reports and media responses and other communications.
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Coordination of stakeholder engagement and other project communications, meetings, and events
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Oversight of project subcontract tender and assessment, and management of this subcontract ongoing, in line with head contract requirements
We are looking for:
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Tertiary qualification in agriculture, environmental or business studies, or other relevant disciplines
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High-level research and analytical skills
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Someone with experience or knowledge of risk management services available to farmers and landholders, including but not limited to economic, environmental, and social risks
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High level organisational, communication and project management skills
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High level contract management and coordination skills
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A natural leader and collaborator with the ability to build and maintain relationships
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Someone who is accountable and solutions-focused,
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Someone who shows good analysis and judgement skills
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A team player who can contribute to the broader strategy of the organisation
To Apply:
Applications including resume and cover letter to be sent to
[email protected]
Applications close 5pm, Friday, 15 September 2023
For enquiries please contact 02 9478 1000
Visit the careers section on NSW Farmers website for full position description.