Youth and Community Manager

Conservation International is seeking a Youth and Community Manager in Singapore to lead engagement initiatives focused on conservation and climate issues. The role involves developing strategies, creating content, managing social media, and supporting community events. While the position is based in Singapore, remote work options are available. Candidates should have 4-6 years of experience in relevant fields and strong communication skills.
Youth and Community Manager
- The COVID-19 pandemic continues to be a global challenge. Due to the fluidity of the situation, we periodically reassess our plans to reopen our offices. For the safety of our employees, our approach is tailored to the situation in each of the 30 countries we operate in. Travel is only conducted when absolutely necessary and safe to do so. Hiring managers will provide guidance on remote, hybrid, or on-site work arrangements in accordance with country-specific safety policies._

Conservation International protects nature for the benefit of humanity. Through science, policy, fieldwork, and finance, we spotlight and secure the most important places in nature for the climate, biodiversity, and for people. With offices in 30 countries and projects in more than 100 countries, Conservation International partners with governments, companies, civil society, Indigenous peoples, and local communities to help people and nature thrive together.
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We're looking for a manager to develop and lead Conservation International Singapore’s youth and community engagement. Conservation International Singapore wishes to inspire and engage youth about the vital role that nature plays in tackling the climate crisis using the latest in conservation and climate science. The Youth and Community Manager for Conservation International Singapore reports to the Development and Marketing Director and focuses on building connections and engagement with Singapore youth and community groups, through effective campaigns, content, and social media. They will also support the Communications and Environmental Education Teams at Conservation International Singapore to continually raise CI’s profile and the important role of nature in Singapore.
• RESPONSIBILITIES*
- Develop the strategy for CI Singapore’s Youth and Community Engagement platform
- Develop materials and initiatives to use CI’s science to engage, educate, and empower Singapore youth in nature conservation and climate change issues.
- Create and support the design of youth and community campaigns, communications plans, and educational content.
- Support youth and community events in Singapore in relation to conservation and climate change.
- Manage, copywrite, and create content for Singapore’s social media channels and websites.
- Design and layout effective written reports, fact sheets, and data representations for a range of audiences including youth, community leaders, and local community members.
- Design effective infographics, graphics, and collaterals for internal and external communications, programs, and events.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• *WORKING CONDITIONS
- This position is based in Singapore.
- Working remotely and from home.
- Small office environment. May need to work extended hours as needed.
- No work sponsorship is available for this role.
• QUALIFICATIONS
• Required
- 4 to 6 years of professional experience in public relations, media, journalism, marketing, branding, or online communications.
- Excellent English-language writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong understanding of social media and digital marketing.
- Experience in community engagement and organization.
- Ability to understand and effectively communicate complex information and science.
- Strong organization, project management, and prioritization skills.
- Good graphic design and layout skills to suit different genres (i.e. formal reports, social media, training manuals, newsletters) and different audiences.
- Good working skills in photo-editing and video-editing software i.e. Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, OBS Studio.
• Preferred*
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in communications or marketing.
- An interest in sustainability, biodiversity, and conservation.
- Ability to work with and communicate effectively with peers and staff from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
• *See all Conservation International Career Opportunities HERE
• *Conservation International is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled