Executive/ Senior Executive, Education & Outreach Programmes

About World Wide Fund for Nature, Singapore (WWF)

WWF-Singapore is a Singapore-registered charity, a network member of WWF International – one of the world’s largest and most respected independent conservation organisations. WWF-Singapore protects critical resources for people in Singapore by driving change across government, business, civil society and local communities. To meet key conservation goals, we address issues such as deforestation, haze pollution, seafood sustainability and illegal wildlife trade in Singapore and around the region. We deliver transformational corporate partnerships, fundraising to execute local and global conservation programmes and projects and community outreach to achieve WWF’s global goals for food, forests, oceans, water, wildlife, and climate and energy. As one of WWF’s global hubs, WWF-Singapore supports a global network that spans over 100 countries.

Position Summary:

The post holder supports and executes school engagement activities as part of WWF Schools Programme. You will be part of a dynamic team in the Education and Outreach arm of the Conservation and Science Department of WWF-Singapore. Your main role will be to implement and innovate key activities for students and teachers in Singapore. You will work across the organisation - including but not limited to Operations, Fundraising and Communications, in developing and delivering high quality education and outreach programmes to educational institutions, corporations, and the public.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop educational materials on key sustainability issues such as climate change, biodiversity, circular economy, sustainable food, and marine conservation.
• Manage and oversee the day-to-day implementation of local projects, including school programmes, outdoor learning activities, and thematic talks.
• Plan, lead, and facilitate outdoor learning experiences such as guided nature reserve walks and intertidal exploration sessions.
• Conduct workshops and thematic talks for students across all levels
• Organise outreach events to promote environmental awareness and engagement.
• Ensure digitisation of resources and develop resources in line with online engagement tools.
• Craft project proposals for new education and youth programmes.
• Design, undertake and/or participate in citizen science research projects for students.
• Timely execution of proposed activities and preparation of reports
• Identify, recruit and manage external vendors relevant to programme needs
• Coordinate and participate in project update meetings with project partners and key stakeholders.
• Support projects - including Singapore-based field conservation programmes, upcoming new initiatives on community engagement and conservation, fundraising and communications work
• Organise and coordinate meetings and workshops with internal and external staff, partners, government agencies and the public.
• Be responsible for all legal compliance and risk management for your portfolio.
• Support administrative tasks such as budget management, procurement and finance reporting.
• Any other responsibilities as assigned by the line manager.

Required qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor’s/Hons/MSc degree in environmental or biological sciences or related fields.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of global sustainability, conservation and related topics.
• Specific knowledge of local sustainability issues, terrestrial and marine life will be a plus.
• Prior experience in conducting outreach activities such as workshops, talks, guided walks etc preferred.
• Two to three years of experience working in education, conservation, sustainability, natural resource management or related fields
• Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• Ideally First Aid, CPR, and AED certified.

Requirements:

• Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong sense of initiative and drive.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and departments.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and dedicated to delivering quality outcomes.
• Passionate about environmental conservation, nature, advocacy, and driving positive change.
• Interested in engaging with schools, youth, and the wider community to promote sustainability.
• Able to coordinate and manage multiple stakeholders including vendors, educators and service providers.
• Able to communicate confidently and effectively
• Preferably experienced in project management and partnerships with external organisations.
• Flexibility and ability to adjust to organizational needs.
• Resourceful and able to perform well under tight timelines.
• Strong stakeholder focus with a service-oriented mindset.
• Committed to upholding WWF’s core values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration

This job description covers the main tasks. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organisational needs.