Special Projects Education Coordinator

GrowNYC•New York, NY

51d•$21•Hybrid

About The Position

The Special Projects Education Coordinator will support GrowNYC’s Education by delivering engaging educational programming on topics such as food systems, gardening, nutrition education for all ages including adults, older adults, and children. They will design and facilitate curated experience, like workshops, tours and lessons, that deepen key stakeholders' understanding of and connection to GrowNYC’s mission and work.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in community outreach, engagement and relationship management.
Strong knowledge of, and interest in, local food and nutrition, urban gardening, sustainable agriculture, food access.
Exceptional knowledge of GrowNYC’s programs, their history and how they intersect and a passionate share that knowledge with others
Experience as an educator (formal or informal) and ability to formulate and teach workshops and curricula.
Excellent public speaking skills and ability to lead engaging workshops
Willingness and ability to collaborate with different organizations and programs within GrowNYC
Proficiency in Google Workspace applications
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Capacity to take initiative, be proactive, prioritize duties, and work independently while functioning as a member of a team
Creative, energetic thinker, willing to jump in as a team member on diverse efforts
Valid NYS drivers’ license.
The ability to lift and carry supplies up to 50lbs and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Spanish is ideal but not required.

Responsibilities

Deliver targeted, interactive educational engagement and outreach including workshops, presentations, lessons, and demonstrations on topics such as food systems, gardening, nutrition education for diverse audiences including adults, older adults, and children throughout New York City.
Develop and adapt education materials and activities to the Education program’s goals and participant needs.
Support special projects tied to grants, including planning, implementation and reporting
Steward relationships with external partners including organizations, Older Adult Centers, institutions of high learning, city agencies and businesses etc.
Establish strong lines of communication with stakeholders and provide follow-up resources and materials
Collaborate with with Education team members to plan and deliver joint engagement
Maintain accurate records of participation, feedback and outcomes for evaluation and reporting purposes
Actively participate in team meetings to share work and provide support to GrowNYC Education team members.
Timely completion of weekly and monthly reports including site visits, timesheets, outreach highlights, images, and reimbursements.
Contribute data and program updates for GrowNYC Education’s various internal and external communications and reports, i.e. newsletter, social media, and internal reports.
Collaborate with education staff to envision and enact new ways of reaching overarching program goals and improve efficacy of existing program models
Collaborate with the Education Director, Education team and external stakeholders to coordinate and lead high quality engagement experiences like showcasing GrowNYC’s programs and impact in order to strengthen key stakeholders relationships
Design and facilitate mission-centered and engaging community activities and events that promote environmental stewardship and healthful food access
Support event logistics, including materials preparation and engagement tracking
Submit data for completed outreach including visit type, location, number of stakeholders engaged, and notes about the outreach.