Job Opportunity: Great Barrier Reef Community Campaigner

Job Opportunity: Great Barrier Reef Community Campaigner To raise awareness in the Cairns community about the impacts of global warming and poor water quality on the Great Barrier, and to turn that awareness into action. This work forms part of a broader public campaign to build support and engagement amongst sections of the Australian community for protection of the Great Barrier Reef. Primary Tasks & Responsibilities Deliver a program of public activities and events for the campaign, including recruiting, training and empowering volunteer leaders to support those activities. To bring new voices and unlikely allies into the movement and maintain civil society relationships. Undertake local media engagement for the campaign in Cairns, including acting as a spokesperson for the campaign. Activate and equip others to be active in the media including through letters to the editor, social media and media comment. Remain abreast of campaign news and developments and identify campaign and organising opportunities. Engage as needed with political decision makers including local MPs and Councillors. Undertake general campaign and staff activities as required to support the marine conservation work of AMCS, including drafting e-bulletins and social media posts. An understanding of community organising principles and practice and demonstrated community organising experience. Communication skills: excellent written and oral communication skills across a variety of media. Ability to write effective campaign emails to supporters, to speak confidently in front of groups and to motivate people to act. Demonstrated planning, project management and volunteer leadership development skills, supported by excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Teamwork: Ability to connect easily with people from all walks of life. A willingness to collaborate with others. Demonstrated experience in coordinating alliances or campaign collaborations. A demonstrated ability to work autonomously, with limited supervision. Passion for protecting our oceans, marine life and a safe climate and the ability to uphold AMCS values.

Application deadline - Tuesday 28th January 2020 #J-18808-Ljbffr