Become part of Hawaii’s conservation story

Description of Opportunity

This position will assist Laukahi: The Hawai‘i Plant Conservation Network in communicating updates and stories to a wide variety of audiences to amplify its mission to multiple audiences. The Digital Communications Volunteer is expected to create content for both social media and/or quarterly newsletters and to possibly assist with additional responsibilities, including monitoring social media channels, editing and designing the newsletter, and reviewing overall digital communications. The volunteer should have a passion for protecting Hawai‘i’s native plants.

Tasks: The tasks listed below are summaries; the volunteer may not perform all tasks and may be asked to perform similar or related tasks not listed below.

Newsletter tasks may include:

  • Writing articles to be included in the newsletters regarding Hawaiian native plants or Laukahi updates
  • Editing and applying style guides
  • Track, identify trends, and review engagement of newsletter

Social media responsibilities may include:

  • Drafting social media posts regarding Hawaiian native plants or Laukahi updates
  • Monitoring for social media posts mentioning Laukahi on Facebook and Instagram
  • Informing the Laukahi Network Coordinator about comments and engagement on social media
  • Track, identify trends, and review engagement of social media


Qualifications:

  • If working remotely, reliable access to a computer and internet service
  • Passion for protecting and conserving Hawai‘i’s native plants
  • Interest, experience, or education in writing, story-telling, and/or publishing
  • Proficient in using social media (Facebook and Instagram), Mail Chimp, word processing software (Microsoft Office, Google Docs)
  • Regularly communicate with Laukahi Network Coordinator (via virtual meeting, phone, email, or in person)


Commitment Expected: Minimum of 2 hours per week. Minimum duration of 3 months. 

Training:

  • Orientation on Laukahi: The Hawai‘i Plant Conservation Network
  • Managing social media platforms for an organization
  • Writing, editing, and designing newsletters for an organization
  • Training on software as needed

Information

For more information about Laukahi: The Hawaii Plant Conservation Network and this opportunity please visit our website at https://laukahi.org/, contact us at Contact Phone or via email at coordinator@laukahi.org.

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