Engagement Coordinator

National Audubon Society; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Audubon Society is seeking a temporary Engagement Coordinator to assist with volunteer engagement and support conservation efforts across the Great Lakes region. This position will work closely with chapters and partner organizations to implement outreach strategies while building community connections. Ideal candidates will have a background in social sciences or ecology, along with relevant experience in event planning and volunteer management.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in event planning, volunteer management, and nonprofit administration.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Engagement Manager with volunteer strategies and outreach.
• Analyze chapter activities and draft reports on engagement findings.
• Support the Audubon chapter network's meetings and programs.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Volunteer Management

Interpersonal Skills

Cultural Competency

Education

Bachelor's degree in social sciences, ecology, natural resource management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Engagement Coordinator (Temporary) will work closely with the Great Lakes chapter and volunteer network (including stewards, monitors, chapters, and partner organizations) to assist the Engagement Manager with the implementation of volunteer strategies as a key component to sustainable Great Lakes habitat conservation across Audubon's priority geographies. They will directly engage and communicate, remotely or in-person, with chapters and volunteers supporting conservation efforts across the five-state region including IL, IN, MI, OH, and WI. This position will play a critical role in growing chapter and volunteer engagement with Audubon’s conservation across the Great Lakes region by reaching broader audiences and building community connections through network activities.

The Engagement Coordinator will assist the Engagement Manager and collaborate cross-functionally with the Conservation Team, Communications Team, as well as Policy Team in connecting chapters and volunteers to habitat restoration, conservation science, and advocacy efforts across priority Great Lakes geographies. The Engagement Coordinator will primarily focus on program management support that includes community science, advocacy, and network activities to uplift the work of the Great Lakes chapters and volunteers. The Engagement Coordinator will work closely with fellow Engagement team members to support the Audubon network of chapters and members to build their capacity and connect to conservation priorities in the region. This role does not require travel.

Length of Assignment: June to September 2025

Location: Remote, required to be based in the Great Lakes Region: IL, IN, MI, OH, WI

Compensation:

$17.00-$19.00 / hour = National

$19.00 – 21.00/ hour = (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY

Additional Job Description

Essential Functions

• Develop engagement best practices and outreach materials document for the Michigan chapter network, including GIS storymap content on the importance of protecting Michigan’s public lands.
• Analyze and synthesize findings from annually reported Audubon chapter activities by gathering data and collaborating with Audubon staff.
• Draft a narrative report and presentation slides describing findings and recommendations from the Audubon chapter activities analysis.
• Gather and disseminate engagement outreach materials and resources on the following conservation initiatives: Bird-Friendly Communities, World Migratory Bird Day, Stewardship, and Public Lands, in addition to others sourced by the Audubon chapter network.
• Support Audubon chapter network meetings, events, and programs, including Monthly Chapter Leader Calls, specific chapter-led initiatives, advocacy days, chapter council meetings, and other initiatives sourced from the Audubon chapter network.
• Partner cross-functionally with Conservation, Communications, Policy, and Engagement staff to document and execute engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work.
• Other job-related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, ecology, natural resource management or related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in supporting event planning, volunteer management, coordination with stakeholders, and general nonprofit administration.
• Demonstrated project management and problem-solving experience.
• Ability to work cross-functionally on diverse teams with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to implement anti-racist practices in all aspects of work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills, including engaging and motivating diverse audiences.
• Must be comfortable interacting with the public and staff of multiple partner organizations.
• Ability to maintain contact databases with attention to detail.
• Interest and ability to learn conservation science and management practices is required.
• Cultural competency across equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to learn new digital systems and software.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule with occasional after-hours or weekend meetings and events.
• Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
• Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

EEO Statement

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About Us

The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.

Audubon’s state programs, nature centers, chapters, and partners have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action.

Since 1905, Audubon’s vision has been a world in which people and wildlife thrive. Audubon is a nonprofit conservation organization.