The Global EverGreening Alliance is seeking a Media & Communications Volunteer to support internal and external communications focusing on content creation and social media strategy.

If you’re a motivated self-starter looking to develop your skills while helping to save the planet, this is the role for you! Under the guidance of a supportive and close-knit team, this role is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with like-minded individuals and contribute to global campaigns such as the United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration and the Race to Resilience.

HOURS & FREQUENCY OF WORK

Applicants should be available to volunteer up to 15 hours per week (negotiable). Core office hours are from 9:30am to 2:30pm, Monday to Thursday, with some flexibility regarding which days and times successful applicants choose to volunteer. We are also currently accepting remote applicants.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop engaging, inspiring and impactful content
• Plan and create a variety of content within a dynamic team environment
• Identify content ideas across all platforms
• Review news, media releases and relevant websites to source content and identify upcoming events and opportunities
• Review the websites and social media of and engage with communications and technical focal points of members and partner organisations to source material and content
• Facilitate, take notes and prepare reports regarding meetings and teleconferences
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the communications strategy, policies, procedures, registers and records
• Draft communication documents, articles, newsletters, and content for the organisation’s website, including blogs, reviews and project reports

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• An understanding of social media platforms and best practice
• Experience in content creation and applications such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite applications
• Strong writing and editing skills, including long and short-form content
• Strong interpersonal and communication, confidence liaising with internal and external colleagues, including stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
• Well-developed time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Good problem-solving skills and an ability to work both independently and collaboratively

BONUS SKILLS

• Previous experience in graphic design and visual communications
• Demonstrated ability to create high-quality video content and familiarity with video editing software
• Training and/or experience in media and communications, marketing, and/or journalism
• Training and/or experience in environmental conservation, rural development, agriculture, climate change or similar

To apply, click "Apply Now" and follow the instructions. 

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

The Global EverGreening Alliance is an international NGO that brings together leading research, technical, environmental and development organisations to build on our shared vision of restoring degraded lands while also adapting to and mitigating the impacts of climate change. Today, the Global EverGreening Alliance has 50+ member organisations actively working on every continent. Together with its members, the Global EverGreening Alliance is developing global solutions to global problems.

The Global EverGreening Alliance has zero tolerance to child abuse, discrimination, harassment and workplace bullying. All staff, including volunteers, must sign an acknowledgement and adhere strictly to the organisation’s Code of Conduct, Child Protection Policy and other policies. In addition, the successful applicant must have an Australian Police Record Check and a Working with Children Check.