Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA)

‘Let’s Grow’ Local Government Facilitator

Full-Time Fixed-Term Contract (24 months)

Located: WALGA HQ West Leederville / on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people.

Help Shape a Greener Future for Western Australia

As WALGA's Let's Grow Local Government Facilitator, you'll play a key role in delivering the Local Government component of the State Government's Let's Grow initiative and supporting WALGA's Urban Forest Program.

This two-year opportunity sits at the forefront of Western Australia's urban greening efforts. Funded through the State Government's Let's Grow initiative; the role will support Local Governments across the Whadjuk (Perth) and Bindjareb (Peel) regions to implement actions under Western Australia's first Urban Greening Strategy and the associated Let's Grow Action Plan.

Through facilitation, education, collaboration and practical support, you'll help Local Governments build capability, strengthen urban forest planning and management, and deliver urban greening outcomes that contribute to healthier, cooler and more liveable communities. If you've ever wanted to be part of a project that delivers visible, lasting and impactful environmental outcomes, this is your chance!

What will you be doing?

As the link between Local Government, WALGA and key State Government agencies, you will support councils to implement the Let's Grow Action Plan through collaboration, capacity building, knowledge sharing and practical urban forestry guidance.

Sitting within WALGA's Policy Planning and Building Team, one day you might:

• Work with a Local Government to progress an urban forest strategy
• Explore practical approaches to increasing tree canopy and vegetation outcomes.

The next, you could be:

• Facilitating the Urban Forest Working Group, developing practical guidance and resources
• Coordinating and delivering sector events like WALGA's biennial Urban Forest Conference
• Working alongside agencies such as the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH) and the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) to support implementation of the Let's Grow initiative.

This is a hands-on role that combines project coordination, stakeholder engagement, facilitation, technical advice and sector support, giving you the opportunity to influence and implement urban greening outcomes.

Let's talk about you

You will bring a strong understanding of urban forest planning, management and the Western Australian planning environment, along with the ability to build productive relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.

You're someone who enjoys bringing people together, translating complex information into practical outcomes and helping others turn ideas into action. You are comfortable working independently, facilitating conversations, sharing knowledge and supporting stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience in stakeholder engagement, facilitation, knowledge sharing and project coordination with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Demonstrated capability to interpret and apply policy, legislation, research and technical information.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports, presentations, correspondence and guidance materials.
• A current Class C driver's licence

Why you’ll love working here

At WALGA, we believe success happens at The Sweet Spot, the place where big picture purpose meets local community impact, with perks that come without the trade-offs. The Sweet Spot is our employee promise. It reflects what you can expect when you work with us: meaningful work, genuine flexibility, and an environment built on curiosity, collaboration and shared purpose. Employees have the opportunity to work on unique and meaningful projects that deliver real benefits to Local Government and the communities they serve. We foster a culture of positive risk-taking, guided by one of our strategic pillars Explore, and underpinned by our value of Curiosity.

You’ll enjoy six weeks of annual leave plus an extra day off on the anniversary of when you started, because your journey with us is worth celebrating. Our Thrive wellbeing program runs all year and is designed to support every aspect of wellbeing. Mental, physical, and social through education, resources, and practical initiatives.

We’re committed to helping you grow, both personally and professionally, and we’re driving a tech roadmap that’s shaping a data-led future. There are plenty of ways to get involved too, with cross-organisational working groups such as Reconciliation, Artificial Intelligence, and Sustainability.

And that’s just the start. You’ll also find an active social club run by employees, end-of-trip facilities, and a centrally located modern office designed for collaboration. We’re also proud to be recently accredited as a Menopause Friendly Australia employer, because creating an inclusive workplace matters to us!

Apply now

If this sounds like the role you have been looking for, we’d love to hear from you. 

• Please include a two-page maximum cover letter outlining what sets you apart and why this role represents a meaningful step for both you and WALGA.
• If you have questions that can’t be found in this ad or the position description, please contact Chris Hossen, Policy Manager Planning and Building (08) 9213 2056
• Applications will close 9:00am, Monday, 17 August 2026. We may commence interviews upon receipt and reserve the right to close the position early.
• To view the position description please visit our careers pagehttps://walga.asn.au/who-we-are/work-at-walga
• Applications via email will not be accepted. As this role is being sourced directly by WALGA, we respectfully request no agencies approach.

WALGA encourages people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you have any specific needs or require accommodations to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know. This could include, but is not limited to, accessibility requirements, assistive technologies, or any other considerations.