Cope Community Water Corps Facilitator

Work with the local communities to identify and investigate local environmental issues of concern related to climate change.

Community liaisons are sought to represent their community in efforts to identify and organize local education and outreach activities in their region (one position is available in each of Greenville, Princeville, Nag's Head, and Hyde County). The liaisons will aid ECU faculty, staff, and students in connecting with local residents, organizations, schools, and leaders to highlight community concerns related to the environment and integrate these issues into educational and outreach programing developed by ECU. Community Liaisons should therefore be well established in their respective communities. Key responsibilities involve establishing connections, understanding local priorities, and coordinating activities (including tailored youth programming) to address community needs while fostering collaboration between scientists and residents. The ideal facilitator is deeply committed to their community, culturally aware, embraces people from all backgrounds, practices active listening, and recognizes the transformative potential of science in addressing local challenges.

The expected term of this position will be until June 2025, subject to adequate performance, and may be eligible for renewal of additional terms. Work will largely be able to be completed remotely but the liaisons will need to come to ECU periodically. Liaisons will be required to have their own transportation and reliable internet access..

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

* Strong interest and commitment to the environment and addressing climate change in NC

* A desire to make a difference by working with fellow community members

* An ability to take a leadership role in diverse settings

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

* Ability to be self-directed, take initiative and be pro-active about tasks

* Knows, or is willingness to learn, how science can be used to identify disparities, hazards, or resources and how it can be used to empower community members to advocate for local change.

* Ability to effectively communicate with supervisor and colleagues any needs and results of their work, verbally and in writing

* Attention to detail and organized

Access to a computer with reliable internet

For more information go https://water.ecu.edu/cope/cwcinternship or contact Tara van Niekerk (vanniekerkt17@students.ecu.edu).

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