Education Content Creator

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 email your resume to newvolunteers@savethewater.org. We would love to hear from you!