Community Education Assistant

About The Project: Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) is an international conservation organisation dedicated to conserving wildlife and ecosystems in some of the world’s most outstanding wild places. FZS implements long-term conservation programmes across Africa, South America, Asia, and Europe. In Zambia, FZS operates through the North Luangwa Conservation Programme (NLCP). Under the EU NaturAfrica–funded Connecting Livelihoods and Landscape (CoLiLa) Project, FZS is expanding its work within the Malawi–Zambia Transfrontier Conservation Area (MAZA TFCA), strengthening biodiversity conservation, inclusive livelihoods, and rights-based community governance. About The Position: The Community Education Assistant will lead and support environmental education, awareness, and social behaviour change activities in priority communities under the EU NaturAfrica CoLiLa Project. The role focuses on building conservation knowledge, stewardship, and positive attitudes toward natural resource management among school pupils, youth, and adults. Working closely with schools, community groups, and project field teams, the position will help ensure that the Landscape Integration Unit, through conservation education activities contribute directly to project outcomes on governance, livelihoods, HWCoex, and biodiversity conservation. Your Tasks: The Community Education Assistant will: Plan and deliver environmental education programmes in schools and communities Support establishment and mentoring of school conservation clubs and Adult Mini-Change Groups (MCGs) Develop and adapt education materials and curricula aligned with local context and project priorities Facilitate community awareness sessions on conservation, sustainable livelihoods, and HWCoex Support behaviour change and social dialogue activities linked to conservation outcomes Work with Traditional Authorities, teachers, and community leaders to promote conservation stewardship Document education and outreach activities for MERL reporting Ensure education activities align with EU safeguards, gender inclusion, and visibility requirements Support community events, campaigns, and learning exchanges Perform any other duties required to support effective project delivery. Your Profile: Qualifications Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Education, Education, Natural Resource Management, Community Development, or a related field Training in facilitation, adult learning, or environmental education is an advantage Experience Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in environmental education, community outreach, or conservation awareness Experience working with schools, youth groups, or community organisations Practical experience facilitating participatory learning activities Experience working in rural or remote communities Familiarity with donor-funded projects is an advantage Key Competencies & Attributes Strong communication and facilitation skills Creativity in developing engaging education approaches Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse groups Good documentation and reporting skills Willingness to work extensively in the field We Offer: Meaningful work contributing to conservation impact and community stewardship Opportunity to work in a unique transboundary conservation landscape Supportive and collaborative working environment Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience Your Application: If you are passionate and ready to take on this challenge, please submit your Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation for applying. Applicants should include three (3) traceable referees with a brief description of the working relationship and contact details. Appointment is subject to the submission of ZAQA-certified qualifications. Application Deadline: 16th June 2026.   We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. About us Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) is an international conservation organization based in Frankfurt, Germany. We make a vital contribution to safeguarding global biodiversity. To this end, we support and implement conservation projects in Africa, South America, Southeast Asia, as well as Eastern and Central Europe, with a particular focus on the protection of large wilderness areas. Our projects and programs are designed to be long-term and sustainable. Our goal is to protect and preserve large, biodiversity-rich landscapes.