Associates are expected to put in a minimum of 5 hours per week and be responsive to emails within 36 hours.
SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Education Content Manager, the Education Associate: Education Content Creator is responsible for supporting the Education Group by researching and writing industry-related content that increases public awareness about water contamination. He/she will work closely with the WEM Education Content Manager, Curriculum Development team, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities, resolve roadblocks/issues, and grow STW™’s Water Education Materials (WEM) Education Programs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Research topics on water education topics using current research and primary sources.
- Write educational content on water education topics for our website.
- Catalog references and fact-check sources.
- Update content on the website when needed.
- Monitor webpages for broken and error links.
- Assist the Education Content Manager in brainstorming content ideas and developing strategies to execute.
- Deliver project updates at Education Group meetings.
- Support the program development progress that aligns with Save the Water’s mission of educating the public about world water issues.
- Work collaboratively with the team members in the Water Education Materials (WEM) team.
- Increasing SEO of our website using keywords developed by our Web Analysts.
- Be willing to attend virtual meetings in the EST timezone (GMT -4:00) and respond to emails within 24 hours
EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree (or in progress) in Education, STEM field, or similar, with experience in research methods (APA style) and data analysis. Equivalencies of education and experience may also be considered.
- Excellent content writing skills (grammar, punctuation, etc.).
- Background in STEM fields (e.g. Environmental Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, or other related fields).
- Minimum one year of applied experience in research and/or evaluation through school or professional work, preferably in an academic environment.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously.
- Effective oral communication skills and ability to work cooperatively with staff.
- Innovative thinker who is passionate about our cause.
- Familiar with current school-age trends.
- Experience using Google product applications or GSuite.
PREFERRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, STEM field, or similar.
- Knowledge in Water Science, Environmental Science, Biology, or Chemistry.
- Research methodologies and writing.
- Previous laboratory experience in academic/industrial research.
- Graphic design skills preferred.
- Background in STEM education as an instructor or tutor
Apply Now if you Have…
- Have the ability to write content for a variety of audiences.
- Excellent writing and editing skills in English.
- Strong attention to detail in all aspects of work.
- Strong ability to self-motivate, multi-task, and prioritize effectively. Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and online environment.
- Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills to elicit information and provide accurate information clearly and concisely.
- Very comfortable working in a virtual team environment incorporating group problem-solving; shares information and responsibility.
- Committed to attending team meetings.
- Strong relationship-building skills, both internally and externally.
- Outgoing, persistent, and energetic. Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to handle requests and complaints in a professional, non-confrontational manner.
- Good project management skills.
- Creative problem-solving skills, capacity for innovation.
- Enjoy taking initiative, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.
How to apply:
If interested, please fill out our application form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1BYYDzyUGgWS7EfSh3g5D3REA491B0z6Mdz3_4m3G-BL7nQ/viewform
or email your resume to newvolunteers@savethewater.org. We would love to hear from you!
