Engagement Coordinator

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

Job summary

The National Audubon Society is seeking an Engagement Coordinator (Temporary) to support volunteer strategies for habitat conservation in the Great Lakes region. This role involves community engagement, program management, and collaboration with various teams to enhance volunteer involvement and conservation efforts.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years supporting event planning and volunteer management.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Document engagement work and produce a series of blog posts.
• Create reports demonstrating chapter and volunteer impact.
• Assist with planning events and trainings for the Great Lakes network.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

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 the Policy Team in connecting chapters and volunteers to habitat restoration, conservation science, and advocacy efforts across priority Great Lakes geographies. The primary focus will be on program management support, including community science, advocacy, and network activities to uplift the work of the Great Lakes chapters and volunteers. The role involves a moderate amount of travel and fieldwork, which may increase as the role progresses.

Length of Assignment: 3/31/25 – 07/07/2025

Hours: 40

Location: This is a remote role based in the Audubon Great Lakes region.

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

• Document engagement work to produce a series of blog posts by interviewing chapter leaders on their volunteer leadership and initiatives that impact their communities.
• Create the Great Lakes network report demonstrating chapter and volunteer impact in the region, compiling data and information from various sources.
• Support in-person and virtual planning of events and trainings for the Great Lakes network.
• Assist with state-based engagement, including chapter-based councils and advocacy programs.
• Maintain an updated database of chapters and volunteers in Audubon systems, including digital files and Every Action.
• Partner cross-functionally with Conservation, Communications, and Engagement staff to document and execute engagement initiatives.
• Develop and disseminate materials, resources, and tools to support chapters and volunteers’ engagement with Audubon.
• Represent Audubon’s mission, programs, and resources at meetings, trainings, and events, focusing on volunteer development and engagement.
• Partner with staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, ecology, natural resource management, or related field.
• 1-2 years supporting event planning, volunteer management, stakeholder coordination, and nonprofit administration.
• Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with diverse teams and backgrounds.
• Ability to implement anti-racist practices in all work areas.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills to engage diverse audiences.
• Comfortable interacting with the public and partner staff.
• Attention to detail in maintaining contact databases.
• Interest and ability to learn conservation science and management practices.
• Cultural competency in equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn new digital systems.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to travel regionally. Reliable transportation required.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, early mornings, and weekends.
• Commitment to Audubon’s values and advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.