Education and Outreach Officer - Exuma

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, schedule, and implement field trips.
• Lead field trips for primary to high school students.
• Assist with the implementation of educational components of BNT projects.
• Assist with exhibitions and public outreach events.
• Support visitor park experience, tours, and camps.
• Coordinate the distribution of educational materials.
• Assist with the creation of educational and outreach materials.
• Assist with the facilitation and execution of environmental education workshops as needed.
• Attend workshops, meetings, and conferences as required.
• Contribute to the BNT photo library, social media, and blogs.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A degree in Natural Sciences or Education.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• A natural public speaker with the ability to connect easily with audiences of all ages but especially with young people.
• Knowledgeable and strong appreciation of the Bahamian natural environment.
• Able to swim and willing to learn additional marine skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Must love the outdoors and can work in the sun, sand, and sea.
• Able to lift 45lbs.
• Flexible, adaptable, responsible, and safety conscientious.
• Relatable and personable with students, groups, leaders, visitors, or locals.
• A team player with a good work ethic.
• Strong moral standards.