Lewa Wildlife Conservancy Assistant Conservation Education Coordinator Job in Isiolo Kenya

Vacancy: Assistant Conservation Education Coordinator
 

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (Lewa), based in Isiolo Kenya, is an organization that works as a catalyst for the conservation of wildlife and its habitat. 

We are looking for a high calibre, self-driven and dedicated Conservation Educator with a commitment to excellence to enhance our Conservation Education Programme (CEP). 

This position reports to the Conservation Education Coordinator (CEC). 

The ideal candidate’s main task will be to deliver conservation education awareness to schools visiting Lewa and through the outreach programme to the neighbouring schools.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the CEC to plan, coordinate and deliver the CEP to the schools visiting Lewa and in the outreach programme
• Prepare interactive presentations about the environment and conservation for the students of different age groups
• Assist visiting schools and through the outreach programme, with skills to initiate environmental clubs in schools to transform the school environment and community
• Develop computer-based environmental and conservation activities for the students participating in the CEP
• Upgrade and update the teaching exhibits and resources at the CEP as need arises
• Collection and preparation of specimens from the field to enhance delivery of conservation education lessons.
• Prepare reports as scheduled

Qualifications

• A degree in Environmental Education or a related field
• At least 2 years working experience in environmental or conservation education
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ready to work under minimum supervision and for long hours
• Must reside within Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
• Aged 25 to 35 years
• Ready to start working immediately

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in joining a team of hardworking staff, please send your resume and application letter to the address below indicating your current gross pay and salary expectation for this position. 

Provide your daytime telephone contact and contacts of three referees by 31st December 2014.

The Human Resource Manager
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Private Bag,
Isiolo, Kenya

OR Email: hr@lewa.org

NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted