Community Engagement Officer
Bats without Borders has an exciting opportunity for a Community Engagement Officer to join our team.
Full-time, six month fixed term contract
(happy to talk flexible working patterns - we are open to a part-time post over a longer time)
(happy to talk flexible working patterns - we are open to a part-time post over a longer time)
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We seek a passionate and dedicated Community Engagement Officer to join our Bats without Borders colony, working on our Copperbelt Bats project. The job is based in Ndola, with some work in Kitwe (Copperbelt Province, Zambia). It involves engaging with local communities, particularly school learners, key stakeholders, and local authorities to promote the conservation and protection of fruit bat species in the region.
This new position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on wildlife conservation efforts while strengthening positive relationships within the community. The successful post holder will be involved in looking into inclusive and participatory ways of engaging and supporting people to learn about and take action for bats. You will be rolling out our Classrooms without Walls education programme in schools and working with a Youth Panel to co-design lesson plans and activities that will then be trialled by learners to inform any updates. The role will include teaching and leading environmental activities with a wide variety of groups, from preschool, Primary, and High schools. |
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Location
Ndola and Kitwe (Copperbelt Province), Zambia
Ndola and Kitwe (Copperbelt Province), Zambia
Salary
K14,000 - K16,000 per month (dependent on experience), equivalent to K168,000 - K192,000 per annum
K14,000 - K16,000 per month (dependent on experience), equivalent to K168,000 - K192,000 per annum
Key responsibilities:
- coordinate educational programmes and outreach initiatives targeting schools, local organisations, and community groups;
- trial Classroom without Walls education programme with two schools in Ndola and Kitwe;
- recruit a youth panel to co-design activities, lesson plans and a book focusing on bat conservation in the Copperbelt area;
- conduct evaluation and monitoring to assess success of project objectives;
- assist in the development of grant applications to support community engagement activities (helping to scale and extend our activities);
- maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and communicate findings to the team and the broader community;
- represent the organisation at meetings, workshops, and public events; and
- working closely with your line manager and BwB team to ensure the smooth running of the project.
Closing date
27th August (Tuesday)
27th August (Tuesday)
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Bats without Borders is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer, and ensure positions are accessible to all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnicity, age, disability, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or identity, religion, marital or parental status.
Bats without Borders is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer, and ensure positions are accessible to all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnicity, age, disability, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or identity, religion, marital or parental status.
To apply
To apply please complete the application and diversity monitoring forms and e-mail them to Ruth Fraser (Admin and Comms Coordinator) at [email protected]. Please note the diversity monitoring form is separate from the application. Please ensure your name appears on the documents (e.g. Firstname_Surname_application form). Women in particular are encouraged to apply.
To apply please complete the application and diversity monitoring forms and e-mail them to Ruth Fraser (Admin and Comms Coordinator) at [email protected]. Please note the diversity monitoring form is separate from the application. Please ensure your name appears on the documents (e.g. Firstname_Surname_application form). Women in particular are encouraged to apply.
For more information and the full role description, please see the attached PDF below.
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