Great Lakes Storytelling Coordinator

Founded in 1936 the National Wildlife Federation is Americas largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more than seven million members and supporters. The Federations mission is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We are committed to inspiring all people around our shared love of nature by creating a welcoming and inclusive community.

To advance our mission we are seeking a Great Lakes Storytelling Coordinator to join our Great Lakes Regional Center. This role will harness the power of narrative to protect and restore the world-class fisheries of the Great Lakes which are vital to our regions ecology economy and way of life. This is a 2-year term-limited position that is grant-funded.

We believe the health of our fisheries tells the story of the health of our Lakes. This coordinator will collect craft and amplify stories that spotlight why these fisheries are criticalfor sustaining biodiversity supporting commercial and recreational fishing heritage feeding communities and defining Tribal and cultural identity. The person in this role will develop a compelling storytelling strategy focused on fisheries collaborate with a diverse network of partners and create multimedia content that engages and mobilizes a broad audience toward conservation action.

Principal Duties (major areas of responsibility):

• Narrative Strategy & Content Creation: In coordination with the Great Lakes team develop and implement a storytelling plan focused on the ecological economic and cultural centrality of Great Lakes fisheries. Produce collect and curate compelling written audio and visual stories from anglers Tribal communities scientists and coastal towns.
• Community Engagement & Partnership: Cultivate relationships with key voices in the fisheries community including guides processing facilities outdoor recreational businesses fishing organizations and Tribal Nations. Collaborate with NWFs restoration and policy staff to highlight stories that connect fishery health to habitat water quality and climate issues.
• Amplification & Outreach: Share stories through NWFs digital platforms partner networks and media channels to illustrate the importance of fisheries.
• Coalition Support & Collaboration: Represent NWF in relevant fisheries and conservation coalitions. Provide narrative tools and content to partners to strengthen unified advocacy for healthy fisheries.
• Project Coordination: Manage story archives track engagement metrics and report on the impact of storytelling efforts.

Qualifications:

• A deep passion for the Great Lakes their fisheries and the communities sustained by them with a commitment to equity and inclusive storytelling.
• A proven track record of producing and publishing compelling narratives (e.g. articles blogs podcasts photo essays video documentaries); self-published or commissioned work is acceptable.
• At least 1 year of professional or demonstrated volunteer experience in storytelling journalism communications or a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English with the ability to translate complex ecological and economic issues into engaging human-centered stories.
• Self-starter able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• A demonstrated interest in fisheries conservation outdoor heritage or a related area. This can include a BA/BS in a relevant field or equivalent professional or lived experience.

Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federations required equity competencies at Requirements:
This position will have the option to be hybrid to work out of the regions office in Ann Arbor MI or remote. Preference will be given to candidates living within the Great Lakes region as travel within the region will be required.

Location and Work Mode:

While this is a remote or hybrid position proximity within the Great Lakes region is strongly preferred as there will be travel in that region. The National Wildlife Federation is committed to a flexible and empowered work environment with an authentic community of care for all staff. For more information on Work Modes please review the benefits section of our careers page: Requirements of the Job:

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about the workspace. The position requires mobility including moving materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the jobs principal duties responsibilities and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement however. Unless they begin with the word may the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $ commensurate with experience.

We are proud of our designation by Mogul as a Top 100 Workplace with the Best Benefits and by Forbes as one of Americas best small employers! We value work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere with flexible scheduling. We want you to be able to integrate work and personal life with attention to your self-care so that your work schedule is not depleting. We offer benefits so you feel restored and fueled through the day and week.

We offer these supports to help manage your mental emotional and physical health:

• Paid time off: Vacation that starts off at three weeks accrual based on a full-time schedule unlimited wellbeing (this time can be used for physical spiritual emotional cultural religious or financial wellbeing for yourself a partner or family member including pets) and 11 holidays
• We close down for a paid winter break between December 25 to January 1 to recognize end of-year stress and time for reflection rejuvenation and spending time with family.
• Up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave
• Low-cost health dental and vision insurance options all outpatient mental health is covered at in-network rates
• Therapist available at no cost
• Pet insurance and discount perk program
• Annual wellbeing allowance

In addition to your salary we offer the following supports to your personal finances:

• Retirement plan with immediate match and vesting
• Annual year end retirement contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption and Surrogacy assistance
• Pet adoption stipend
• Student Loan management

Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federations benefits package at will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. NWF is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with regard to any classes or characteristics protected by law.

For more information on our recruiting process please review our Careers page: recognize that people come with a wealth of knowledge and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. Your experience which may include paid and unpaid work including volunteer work helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings. Whether youre new to the field returning to work after a gap in your employment or are taking the next step in your career path if you believe you could excel in this role we encourage you to apply! Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of excellence. To be eligible for this role you must be a U.S. citizen or have valid work authorization to work in the U.S.

Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at or .

If selected for this position a background check will be conducted.

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