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Executive Director Botanic Gardens and Parks AuthorityBGPA3121342We aim to connect and empower communities, conserve WA''s unique flora and celebrate local identity. Immerse yourself in world-recognised botanic gardens, parklands and urban bushlands.APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE ATMIDDAY ON FRIDAY, 11 JULY 2025About us:The Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority (BGPA) is responsible for the management and protection of Kings Park and Botanic Garden and Bold Park, two of Perths most significant and accessible natural areas, deeply valued by both residents and visitors.Kings Park, covering 400 hectares in the heart of Perth, includes an 18-hectare State Botanic Garden that showcases over 3000 species of the States unique flora and operates as a living research centre focused on ex-situ conservation. Approximately two-thirds of the park is protected bushland, supporting around 320 native plant species, 80 bird species, 20 reptile species and over 300 species of fungi. Bold Park, spanning 437 hectares, is the largest remaining bushland remnant on the Swan Coastal Plain in Perths urban area. It provides critical ecological habitat, with over 1,000 recorded species of plants, animals, and fungi, and plays a vital role as a recreational and conservation space for the community.We are seeking a visionary and accomplished executive to lead as the Executive Director - BGPA, providing day-to-day leadership and strategic oversight of one of Western Australias most iconic natural and cultural institutions.With a workforce of over 150 staff spanning diverse areas such as scientific research, horticulture, conservation, infrastructure, environment, visitor experience, education, community engagement and commercial operations, this role offers a unique opportunity to enable BGPA as a leader in biodiversity and conservation horticulture within State Government.As a key member of DBCAs Corporate Executive, you will represent BGPA at the highest levels, strengthening strong partnerships across government, industry, and the community to deliver lasting impact aligned with WA Government priorities.The successful candidate will:Reporting to the CEO BGPA, you will:Lead strategic and operational management across BGPAs multidisciplinary portfolio.Drive innovation, sustainability, and public value through science, conservation, horticulture, and infrastructure.Represent BGPA across government, industry, and community sectors, advocating for WAs natural heritage and future-focused botanic science.Champion work health and safety, good governance and continuous improvement in line with DBCAs leadership expectations and the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA).Deliver impactful partnerships that support the Governments broader conservation and tourism agenda.Lead and oversee the negotiation and management of contracts, leases and licences with users or operators of facilities on BGPAs estate in accordance with government procurement standards and requirements, for the delivery of key projects, services and initiatives.Identify and develop new income generating streams to maximise the BGPAs self-funding capacity.Develop and maintain key relationships with government, research bodies, business and community organisations and delivery partners, including across national, state and local government organisations, to raise awareness and inform decision making on Governments conservation and tourism agenda.At DBCA, we believe all our people are leaders irrespective of their role. We consider this as critical to our success and, to support this, we have adoptedLeadership Expectations which provide a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours in the context of our agency and the Public Sector. The DBCA leadership context for this role isExecutive Leader .The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position.For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Belinda Fox, Senior Recruitment Consultant on (08) 9327 5444. For further information about the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, please visit .Note: The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check, and manageable conflict of interests declaration and action plan prior to commencement.Eligibility: To be eligible for an appointment to this position, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.Application Instructions:Interested candidates are invited to submit their resumes and cover letters detailing their experience, skills and achievements relevant to the position responding to the selection criteria provided in the attached JDF, including the details of two referees.No late or proforma applications will be accepted.A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period.Substantive Equality StatementThe Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people withdisabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08)92199879 or recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au . Do not send applications to this email; they will not be accepted.Attachments:- DBCA Job Application Form.docx- DBCA Job Application Kit.docx- Job Description Form BGPA3121342.pdfYou can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader . #J-18808-Ljbffr