Communication and Outreach Support Specialist
About The Position
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is a leading voice for U.S. protected waters, is seeking an Communications and Outreach Support Specialist, a position responsible for operating as a key member of the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary (CHNMS) staff and working under the general guidance of the sanctuary s Acting Superintendent. The position is needed to assist all staff in a wide variety of communication and outreach program support functions, which will aid the CHNMS team, particularly with; preparing for communication and outreach programs, helping to establish and cultivate cooperative relationships with institutions, organizations, businesses, Indigenous governments, user groups, providing support to the Sanctuary Advisory Council Coordinator, and other administrative duties, as required. The person will work directly with the Acting Superintendent and sanctuary staff to define a specific work plan based on the following general task. This work plan will be updated as needed.
Requirements
- A bachelor s degree or higher in communications, education, and/or natural sciences or related fields. Or at least five years of relevant experience.
- At least two years of professional experience in communications and outreach activities.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills - specifically in writing and public speaking with audiences from different cultures and backgrounds.
- Demonstrated organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and carry out assignments independently.
- Knowledge of Indigenous Peoples and governments associated with the CHNMS.
- High levelof accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to perform under tight deadlines and juggle multiple tasks and projects.
Responsibilities
- Develop appropriate communications, outreach, communication materials, programs, and tools for CHNMS, using Adobe creative cloud.
- Support National and Regional Communications Efforts: Represent CHNMS at National ONMS and Regional WCR ONMS meetings, as appropriate.
- Help develop and sustain strategic partnerships to enhance sanctuary s ability to inspire ocean conservation, ocean literacy, and cultural heritage through sharing of communications materials.
- Assist with identifying communities and users within CHNMS and information needs (i.e., whale disentanglement).
- Lead and collaborate with other staff members in developing 13 signs to be placed within the CHNMS.
- Lead all social media content and quarterly newsletter development.
- Lead and collaborate with other staff members in planning and execution of outreach events.
- Represent CHNMS at local festivals and special events.
- Lead in formulating a training guide for interns and volunteers.
- Support At-Sea Experiences:Participatein communication and/or outreach activities aboard sanctuary vessels, as needed.
- Provide oversight and guidance to interns and fellows.
- Assist the Sanctuary Advisory Council coordinator in providing logistical support for the Sanctuary Advisory Councils, related panels, and working groups - including organizing meetings, meeting agenda, meeting minutes as well as maintaining council charters and relationships with council members.
- Oversee CHNMS webpage working in coordination with the ONMS communications team.
- Develop metrics to assist in the evaluation of the effectiveness of communication and outreach activities and connections to all CHNMS work.
Benefits
- Dedicated and passionate staff committed to marine and Great Lakes Conservation
- Generous leave policy, plus paid time off the week between December 25 and January 1; and 12 paid holidays
- Health benefits: Medical with an FSA option; dental, and vision
- Foundation paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Preparing for the Future: 403(B) with employer contribution after one year of service
- Commuter Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
