Climate Education Extension Associate

The Climate Education Extension Associate at Clemson University is responsible for enhancing climate education through the development of toolkits and outreach programs. Key tasks include creating educational resources, organizing workshops and webinars, conducting literature reviews, and managing project budgets. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, along with experience in program development. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, and the position offers health insurance and paid time off.
About the position

The Climate Education Extension Associate at Clemson University is a pivotal role designed to enhance climate education through the development and implementation of Extension toolkits and outreach programs. This position will involve collaborating closely with the Project Team to create educational resources that effectively communicate climate-related information to various stakeholders. The Associate will be responsible for designing and managing these toolkits, which may include publications, websites, and social media content aimed at raising awareness and providing education on climate issues. In addition to toolkit development, the Associate will organize outreach events such as workshops, trainings, and webinars. These events are crucial for engaging the community and disseminating knowledge about climate education. The role will also require conducting literature reviews to support the development of relevant and impactful curriculum materials. The Associate will play a key role in program administration, coordinating with the steering committee and project investigators to ensure that all activities related to the grant are executed in a timely, cost-efficient, and effective manner. This includes organizing project meetings and various events related to the grant, such as stakeholder meetings and sessions at extension conferences. Furthermore, the Associate will manage the project budget, ensuring continuous internal auditing and compiling annual reports for the sponsor, thereby maintaining transparency and accountability in the project's financial management.

Responsibilities
• Develop Extension toolkits including publications, websites, and social media content.
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• Organize outreach events such as workshops, trainings, and webinars.
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• Conduct literature reviews to support curriculum development.
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• Coordinate with the steering committee and project investigators for project activities.
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• Organize project meetings and workshops related to the grant.
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• Manage the project budget and conduct internal audits.
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• Compile annual reports for the project sponsor.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as education, environmental science, or a related discipline.
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• Experience in program development and management, particularly in educational settings.
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• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
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• Proficiency in using social media and digital platforms for outreach.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience in climate education or environmental outreach programs.
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• Familiarity with grant management and reporting processes.
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• Skills in public speaking and facilitating workshops.

Benefits
• Health insurance coverage.
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• Paid holidays and vacation time.
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• Professional development opportunities.