Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Hybrid
Position Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 18 October 2024

Role Overview:

The Education & Outreach Coordinator will be responsible for designing and implementing educational programs that engage communities, particularly youth, in biodiversity conservation. This role will focus on developing curriculum, organizing workshops, and creating outreach activities that promote ecological literacy and encourage behavior change to conserve biodiversity. 

The Education & Outreach Coordinator will play a central role in TonyWild's mission to inspire the next generation of conservation leaders through the power of education, photography, film, and science.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Development:
   • Develop and implement educational curricula and outreach materials that align with the mission of changing human behavior to conserve biodiversity.
   • Lead the creation and execution of TonyWild's Visual Ecological Literacy Program, integrating biodiversity and behavior change modules into school curricula using photography, film, and interactive learning tools.
   • Design engaging workshops and activities for the MITIgation Project and the Empowering Young People in Bird Conservation initiative, focusing on eco-friendly behaviors and conservation practices.
   • Create tailored education materials for different age groups and communities to ensure broad engagement with biodiversity conservation topics.
2. Partnerships with Schools and Educators:
   • Build and maintain relationships with schools, universities, and educational institutions to promote biodiversity education programs.
   • Train educators in the use of photography and film as tools for teaching biodiversity conservation and fostering behavior change.
   • Work with teachers and administrators to integrate TonyWild’s biodiversity-focused content into existing curricula.
3. Community Engagement and Outreach:
   • Organize and lead workshops, seminars, and events that engage local communities, especially youth, in conservation efforts, focusing on daily choices that impact wildlife and ecosystems.
   • Coordinate outreach initiatives aimed at increasing awareness of biodiversity issues and inspiring behavior change at the community level.
   • Develop outreach strategies to target underrepresented or marginalized communities, ensuring inclusivity in conservation efforts.
4. Campaign Coordination:
   • Support global and local conservation campaigns by developing educational content that encourages specific behavior changes (e.g., reducing plastic use, deforestation, or unsustainable fishing practices).
   • Collaborate with the Storytelling Coordinator to align educational outreach with visual content (e.g., documentaries, photo essays) that reinforces biodiversity messages.
5. Monitoring and Evaluation:
   • Design metrics and evaluation tools to assess the impact of educational programs on participants’ knowledge and behaviors related to biodiversity conservation.
   • Collect feedback from participants, schools, and partners to continuously improve educational content and outreach strategies.
   • Report regularly on outreach activities, participant engagement, and program success.
6. Youth Leadership Development:
   • Develop initiatives that empower youth to take leadership roles in their communities through biodiversity conservation projects, such as the Wild Legacy Champions program.
   • Provide mentorship and resources to youth participants, helping them to organize and document their own conservation efforts and advocate for behavior change.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Environmental Science, Conservation Biology, Wildlife Management, or a related field.
• Experience: We seek candidates who have graduated within the last three years. This role is ideal for recent graduates who are eager to apply their academic knowledge and grow within a dynamic environment.
• Curriculum Design: Experience developing educational content and lesson plans, especially in environmental or conservation education.
• Outreach Skills: Proven ability to engage diverse communities and work with youth to inspire participation in environmental initiatives.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex environmental topics in an engaging and accessible manner.
• Project Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate outreach activities within set timelines.
• Digital Literacy: Proficiency in using digital tools for education, including online learning platforms, presentation tools, and social media for outreach purposes.

Key Competencies:

• Passion for Environmental Education and Conservation
• Creativity in Curriculum and Program Design
• Strong Interpersonal and Collaboration Skills
• Leadership and Mentorship Abilities
• Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusivity in Outreach
• Flexibility and Adaptability in Program Delivery

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a brief outline of previous education or outreach programs developed to info@tonywild.co.ke. 

The Education & Outreach Coordinator will play a vital role in engaging communities and fostering the next generation of biodiversity stewards through education and outreach, emphasizing the importance of behavior change to protect ecosystems and wildlife. 

Reports To: Director and Storytelling Lead
Location: Hybrid
Position Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 18 October 2024

Role Overview:

The Storytelling Coordinator will be responsible for leading and managing all storytelling efforts to amplify the mission of the TonyWild Foundation. This role will focus on using photography, film, and written narratives to inspire behavior change and raise awareness about biodiversity conservation. 

The Storytelling Coordinator will work closely with conservationists, photographers, filmmakers, and youth participants to create compelling content that engages diverse audiences and drives meaningful environmental impact.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Content Creation and Management:
   • Develop and execute storytelling strategies that align with the organization’s mission of changing human behavior to conserve biodiversity.
   • Coordinate the production of multimedia content, including photo essays, short films, blogs, podcasts, and interactive media that highlight biodiversity conservation efforts.
   • Collaborate with photographers, videographers, and writers to create visually captivating and emotionally engaging content.
   • Oversee the collection, editing, and distribution of storytelling content across digital platforms (social media, websites, newsletters, etc.).
2. Youth and Community Engagement:
   • Lead storytelling workshops to train and mentor youth and community members in using photography, film, and writing to raise awareness about local biodiversity issues.
   • Support the "Wild Legacy Champions" program by equipping youth leaders with storytelling tools and guiding them in creating conservation-related content.
   • Collaborate with youth participants to develop and showcase their conservation stories through various channels, ensuring alignment with biodiversity conservation goals.
3. Campaign Coordination:
   • Partner with the communications team to develop storytelling campaigns that focus on specific behavior changes (e.g., reducing deforestation, plastic use, etc.) and their direct impact on biodiversity.
   • Coordinate content creation and distribution for global campaigns that engage audiences on conservation issues and promote actionable steps toward sustainability.
   • Ensure storytelling content supports broader organizational campaigns and advocacy efforts, using compelling narratives to influence policy and behavior change.
4. Partnership Building:
   • Build and maintain relationships with external partners, including NGOs, environmental scientists, educators, and media outlets, to amplify storytelling initiatives.
   • Collaborate with educators and conservationists to integrate storytelling into educational curricula, fostering ecological literacy and behavior change.
   • Liaise with media outlets and online platforms to maximize the reach of storytelling content and campaigns.
5. Project Management:
   • Manage storytelling project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope.
   • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of storytelling initiatives, providing regular reports on engagement metrics, impact, and lessons learned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Environmental Science, Wildlife management, or a related field.
• Experience: We seek candidates who have graduated within the last three years. This role is ideal for recent graduates who are eager to apply their academic knowledge and grow within a dynamic environment.
• Storytelling Expertise: Strong background in storytelling across multiple formats (film, photography, writing) with an ability to create compelling narratives that inspire action.
• Digital Media Skills: Proficiency in video editing software, graphic design tools, and photography (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Lightroom).
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage storytelling and documentation projects from concept to execution, including proposal, budgeting, and timelines.
• Collaboration Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work with diverse teams, including youth, conservation experts, and media professionals.
• Passion for Conservation: A deep commitment to biodiversity conservation and using storytelling as a tool for social change.

Key Competencies:

• Creativity and Innovation
• Leadership and Mentorship
• Strategic Thinking
• Strong Writing and Communication Skills
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving
• Collaboration and Partnership Building

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio (examples of storytelling work, including photos, videos, or writing) to info@tonywild.co.ke Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.