Job Description

COMMUNITY OUTREACH MANAGER VOLUNTEER

Location: Remote, United States

Position Type: Volunteer, Part-Time

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the next generation and the future of our oceans? Aeon for Ocean is a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to educating and influencing the younger generation to take a leadership role in ocean conservation. Join us as a volunteer and be part of a passionate team that’s creating change by promoting "Kids teaching kids to lead the way in protecting the world’s oceans". If this cause excites you as much as it does us, then apply today! You can learn more about our amazing mission here.

Position 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:

This position is critical to our mission and the key responsibilities you will perform as a part of our Team include, but are not limited to:

• 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

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

Along with their passion for our mission, the successful candidate will possess the following 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

Applicants must also have the ability to attend periodic meetings conducted during regular business hours in the Central Standard (CST) Time Zone. We are looking for someone who can dedicate a few hours per week, and can commit for at least 6 months (though we’d love to have you even longer)!

Why Join our Team?

This role will benefit you with hands-on experience in your field while you work alongside like-minded professionals who are also passionate about our mission. You’ll have the opportunity to develop valuable skills like teamwork, leadership, and project management. The hours are flexible and you will have the 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 hr@aeonforocean.org. 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.

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