[Hiring] Community Outreach Manager @Aeon for Ocean

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced, innovative Community Engagement Manager to join our organization. This role works on all aspects of internal and external communications with the Executive Committee, supporters, and the public. This individual also assists with the delivery of education and volunteer programs.

Your Impact on our Mission:

• Coordinating public outreach programs
• Developing and organizing educational programs and activities for volunteers and the community
• Writing and creating presentations, press action requests, newsletter articles, brochures, flyers, and other public awareness materials for the sustainability of our volunteer programs
• Participating in local, regional, and national organizations focused on environmental education, volunteerism, and community outreach goals and objectives
• Assisting in outreach efforts with new and existing partners (i.e. non-profits, local entities, etc.)
• Maintaining continuous lines of communication, including keeping the Executive Director informed of all critical issues
• Representing the organization externally as necessary

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal skills and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• People-person with positive attitude and resourceful approach
• Self-starter who shows great initiative, completes tasks, pays attention to detail, and meets deadlines with minimum supervision
• Works well independently and as a part of a team
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team
• Background in environmental/watershed/ocean stewardship is preferred
• Prior experience with a non-profit organization is preferred
• Location within the 48 contiguous United States is highly preferred

Requirements

• Ability to attend periodic meetings conducted during regular business hours in the Central Standard (CST) Time Zone
• Commitment of a few hours per week for at least 6 months (longer commitment preferred)

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in your field while working alongside like-minded professionals
• Opportunity to develop valuable skills like teamwork, leadership, and project management
• Flexible hours
• Opportunity to build valuable connections as you see your work come to life

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please apply using the link on this page. If you have any questions or need assistance with applying, please email [email protected] . Thank you for your interest in joining our Team, we look forward to learning more about you!

As part of Aeon for Ocean's standard process, some candidates might undergo a background verification check before an offer is extended. These verification checks will be conducted either by Aeon for Ocean directly or by a professional third-party firm at no charge to the applicant.

Aeon for Ocean is an Equal Opportunity Organization. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.

Upon successful completion of a minimum of six (6) months of service, a letter of recommendation will be provided to the volunteer upon his/her request.