Position: Community Engagement Coordination Internship
Department: ClimateWatch
Reporting to: ClimateWatch Program Manager
Hours: Minimum 80 hours
Timeline: July-Oct, 1-2 days per week
Hours are flexible, however interns must be available during working hours for communication with team/line manager
Virtual OnBoarding will take place on Thursday 6 July 11:00am-12:30pm
ClimateWatch is a nation-wide citizen science program monitoring the response of plants and animals to climate change. We’re seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to help train and support the community of ClimateWatch Trail managers and volunteers.
Responsibilities:
- Organising and helping to facilitate events and training webinars for citizen scientists
- Working to support citizen scientists through the ClimateWatch App
- Developing processes to support our engagement with ClimateWatch Trail managers and volunteers
- Contacting Trail Managers to review contact details
Skills required:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- An ability to build rapport with people quickly
- Passion for the environment and interest in Australian plants and animals
- Good organisation skills
- Attention to detail, with a commitment to keeping records up to date
- Research skills
- Familiarity with technology and the ability to quickly learn new programs
- Ability to work as part of a team, as well as autonomously
Interviews will take place 27-29th June. Successful candidates must be available for (virtual) OnBoarding on Thursday 6th July from 11:00am-12:30pm
