Research Assistant : Ocean20

Contract2 days ago
Employment Information
Key Responsibilities:
  • Support all areas of Ocean20 activities, including logistics of workshops, stakeholder databases, stakeholder engagement
  • Production of popular articles related to SAEON·s Ocean20 project and the contributions of stakeholder to the Ocean20 project for posting on the Ocean20 website and other media
  • Creation of and regular updating of the Ocean20 communication media 2including on platforms such as LinkedIn, X and Ocean20 website; general maintenance of the Ocean20 communication platforms
  • Facilitating media awareness of Ocean20, including tv, radio, newspaper etc. and producing two Ocean20 newsletters
  • Develop and implement mechanisms to monitor and report on impact of Ocean20 and communications.
Key Requirements:
  • 3-year degree in natural sciences (e.g., biology, marine biology, oceanography), followed by course/s or proven experience in science communication/journalism/social media. Alternatively a 3-year degree in journalism/media studies, 1 year proven work experience and an interest in oceans
  • A valid code B drivers license 
Experience:
  • Two (2) years minimum experience in project management and producing articles in electronic or print media on science and/or research related issues; Social media - posting items on Facebook page; Managing a Twitter account; Managing a LinkedIn account.
  • Proven stakeholder engagement
  • Website content maintenance, experience in working with website development platforms.
  • Compiling newsletters, working with print media, and graphic design would be an advantage
  • Knowledge:
  • Evidence of exceptional performance in project management and content development
  • Evidence of experience in working with social media platforms
  • Proven ability to work as part of a diverse team
  • Experience working with marine industry/philanthropy would be an advantage
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Research Assistant : Ocean20
South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON)
Research Assistant : Ocean20
1 Vacancy-Contract
56 Florence St, Colbyn,, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa