Imani Village GHA Mentor - Conservation

Organization: Imani Green Health Advocate I Imani Village
Location: Imani Village
Job Type: Temporary Position Full-Time
Compensation: $19/hr.

About Imani Green Health Advocates:
Imani Green Health Advocate is dedicated to promoting sustainable environmental practices and advocating for the health and well-being of underserved communities. We engage young adults in conservation fieldwork, creating opportunities for skill development, leadership, and community engagement. We aim to foster a deeper connection to nature while promoting environmental justice, wellness, and awareness.

Position Overview:
We seek a passionate, motivated, and energetic young adult to serve as a Mentor & Field Experience Coordinator for our conservation program. The ideal candidate will guide and mentor young adults emerging into the conservation field; while also facilitating field experiences that promote hands-on learning and community impact. This individual will serve as a leader, coordinator, and communicator, creating an environment where participants thrive and grow in their skills and commitment to environmental sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mentorship & Leadership:
  
  • Provide one-on-one guidance and mentorship to young adults participating in the conservation program.
  • Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages personal and professional development.
  • Lead by example, demonstrating a strong work ethic, responsibility, and environmental stewardship.
• Field Experience Coordination:
  
  • Organize and lead outdoor fieldwork activities, ensuring participants are engaged, motivated, and developing new skills.
  • Prepare for field-based projects, ensuring resources, tools, and materials are ready for use.
  • Supervise field activities, providing real-time guidance, troubleshooting, and ensuring safety and compliance with environmental best practices.
• Communication & Community Engagement:
  
  • Serve as a liaison between Imani Green Health Advocate and the surrounding community, representing our mission and goals.
  • Effectively communicate program objectives, outcomes, and environmental initiatives to various stakeholders.
  • Develop relationships with community partners, local organizations, and potential collaborators.
• Administrative Support:
  
  • Assist in maintaining records of program participants, including attendance, progress reports, and evaluations.
  • Support the development and implementation of program schedules and timelines.
  • Help manage communication and scheduling for program-related events and activities.
• Outreach & Advocacy:
  
  • Represent Imani Green Health Advocate at community meetings, events, and networking opportunities.
  • Assist in promoting the program and recruiting participants and volunteers.
  • Contribute to promoting the goals and mission of Imani Green Health Advocates through various communication channels (e.g., social media, newsletters).

Qualifications:

• Age: 20–30 (Ideal for emerging professionals)
• Previous experience leading or mentoring groups, ideally in an outdoor, conservation, or environmental context.
• Strong interest in conservation and environmental justice (bonus optional: community health).
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors daily, including physically demanding tasks in various weather conditions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse group of participants and stakeholders.
• Administrative experience, including essential coordination of activities and events.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn about conservation best practices, environmental education, and sustainable initiatives.
• A passion for connecting young adults to nature and helping them grow professionally.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in or with local community organizations.
• Familiarity with conservation techniques or sustainable environmental practices.
• Basic knowledge of outdoor safety protocols and fieldwork logistics.
• Experience with social media platforms and other community outreach tools.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to engage in outdoor activities, including walking, lifting, and working in varying weather conditions.
• Capacity to work in field-based environments and participate in conservation tasks such as carrying and planting tools and trees, clean-up brush, and ecological tree health monitoring.

Imani Green Health Advocate is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from diverse, underrepresented communities.