Education Coordinator

SANCCOB is a registered non-profit organisation (NPO 003-134) whose primary objective is to reverse the decline of seabird populations through the rescue, rehabilitation and release of ill, injured, abandoned and oiled seabirds - especially endangered species like the African penguin. The organisation works closely with colony managers to identify birds in need of care in the wild and bring them to one of our three centres in South Africa: Cape Town (Western Cape), Cape St. Francis (Eastern Cape) and Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape). In a normal year where no oil spills occur, SANCCOB treats up to 2 500 seabirds, of which approximately 1 500 are African penguins. The remainder include various cormorants species (including the endangered Bank cormorant and Cape cormorant); various species of terns; pelagic birds such as albatrosses, gannets and petrels; oystercatchers, gulls, pelicans and other coastal birds found in the region. On average, 24 different seabird species are rehabilitated every year. SANCCOB is an internationally recognised leader in oiled wildlife response, rehabilitation and chick-rearing; contributes to research which benefits seabirds; trains people to care for the birds and educates the public to develop behavioural patterns which benefit marine life and the environment. Our organisation is registered with the South African Veterinary Council; a member of PAZAAB, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN); is endorsed by the Department of Environmental Affairs, World Association of Zoos and Aquariums, European Association of Zoos and Aquariums and American Association of Zoos and Aquariums; and has many working partnerships globally.SANCCOB, a leading marine conservation non-profit organisation, seeks to employ an Education Coordinator to join their dynamic team in the Eastern Cape. The Education Coordinator will assist with a variety of front of house activities and will report to the Education Supervisor of SANCCOB Gqeberha. Applications from South African residents or applicants with valid work permits are invited. Key responsibilities Education: Review and update content of education lessons to ensure the information is up to date and relevant to the target audience. Participate in educational programs for both children and adults. Develop and conduct interactive public tours of the SANCCOB facility. Train education staff, interns and volunteers to assist with tours and education lessons. Develop new educational programs, learning material and activities that are in line with SANCCOB's mission. Assist the Education Supervisor, Resource Development Department and Gqeberha Centre Manager to source donors and write applications for funding requests. Assist with establishing relationships with other environmental education institutions. Coordinate all logistical arrangements for educational programs. Volunteer Programme: Assist the Education Supervisor in overseeing all aspects of the SANCCOB volunteer and internship programme at the Gqeberha centre, including the following: Assist in sourcing volunteers and interns to meet capacity needs and to ensure they are utilised effectively to support SANCCOB's capacity requirements. Assist with coordinating orientation sessions and conducting ongoing training sessions to ensure the volunteers and interns have the knowledge and skills to contribute in a meaningful way during their time at SANCCOB. Ensure volunteers and interns are appreciated for their time. Ensure volunteers and interns are following the procedures as stipulated in the SANCCOB SOP's. Address any concerns or issues raised by the volunteers and interns. Administrative functions: Assist with duties in the merchandise shop. This will include, but is not limited to, working at the reception desk, ringing up tours and shop sales using the point of sales system and helping with shop stock control. Assist with compiling monthly reports and statistics. Events: Work with SANCCOB staff and external partners to assist with event planning and implementation. Requirements: Matric certification (Relevant tertiary qualification preferable). Strong people skills with the ability to train people. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Planning and organisational capabilities. Passion for wildlife conservation and preservation. Ability to work in a team. Ability to problem-solve. Able and willing to work on weekends and public holidays. Minimum 2 years' working experience. Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite). Valid Code 8 driver's license and own transport.