Outreach officer at the Tropical Marine Science Institute

TMSI has announced a vacancy for an outreach officer to develop their public and schools educational programmes. They are looking for an individual with interest to develop field courses, workshops and academic activities for schools, environment managers and scientists.

Applications close 4 Jul 09.

Requirements:

• Science/engineering degree with majors in marine science, biology, or environment science.
• Strong interest in marine science and education
• Good knowledge of Singapore marine biodiversity and environmental issues.
• Knowledgeable of web page design and use of internet media
• Must be able to swim
• Some experience with organization of MICE or training workshops, and/or experience as a field guide for nature programs, will be useful
• Out-going personality, good spoken and written communication skills

Job responsibilities include:

• assist to organise and conduct field trips to the seashore
• assist to organise and conduct public education activities at TMSI
• assist to organize workshops and conferences
• assist to host visitors of TMSI
• assist with media communications and coordinate production of publicity materials
• manage and update TMSI website and track publication records of researchers
• assist with liaison and support to TMSI external collaborators

Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience. The appointment
will be for one year and extendable depending on candidate's performance.

Interested candidates are invited to send in a detailed resume to:
Attn: Dr Serena Teo, Email: tmshr@nus.edu.sg

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Deadline: 4 July 2009

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