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Community Program Coordinator
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USD 30-40 / hour
Posted on Jul 20, 2026
Job Type: ContractLocation: RemoteTerm: 12 months, renewable based on performance and funding availability. We are seeking a motivated and organized Community Program Coordinator to lead the coordination and delivery of Accessing the Deep (ATD), Ocean Discovery League's flagship virtual training and mentoring program, and to support a growing portfolio of community-facing initiatives that advance ODL's mission to accelerate deep ocean exploration by broadening the community of those who explore and understand the deep sea. This role sits at the intersection of marine science, education program management, relationship building, and science communication. Key ResponsibilitiesAccessing the Deep- Co-develop the timeline, strategy, and deliverables for Accessing the Deep in collaboration with the ODL team and partners, coordinating all aspects of the program and working closely with partners.- Coordinate participant recruitment and provide ongoing communication and support to participants throughout the program.- Coordinate the review of applications, contribute to curriculum development, and identify and schedule guest speakers.- Liaise with students, mentors, and guest speakers to ensure a cohesive and enriching program experience.- Coordinate program logistics and maintain organized tracking of deliverables and timelines.- Serve as teaching assistant for the program by co-creating and reviewing assignments.- Cultivate relationships across ODL program applicants, participants, alumni, speakers, and mentors to spark new connections and opportunities for deep ocean exploration worldwide.- Depending on knowledge and experience, may serve as an instructor for sessions on deep-sea topics (science, technology, policy, or planning). Additional Program Support- Serve as an advocate in the ocean community for accessible ocean exploration systems and experiences.- Assist in coordinating multiplatform online communities for multiple programs.- Present key ODL activities, mission, and goals to collaborators and partners, media outlets, and ocean groups virtually or in person, as needed.- Gather content (blog posts, photos, video, and other media) from ODL program participants and the broader ocean community to support communication and outreach efforts.- Contribute to capacity building and community development programming and logistics for other ODL projects as needed.- Support the VP of Strategy & Communications with social media engagement and outreach communications as needed and time allows.- Other duties as mutually agreed upon with the team. Qualifications- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a marine science field, plus two years of directly-related experience in project/program management or community engagement (or equivalent combination). Preference for education program management and informal education experience.- Highly organized with strong project management skills.- Proactive contributor pushing toward clarity and delivery while collaborating effectively.- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively and build authentic relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.- Strong analytical writing and oral communication skills.- Ability to develop and conduct presentations and training sessions.- Desire to educate the community about issues facing ocean exploration.- Commitment to equity and inclusion; positive attitude about changing systems and community perspectives.- Ability to think and plan strategically while acting tactically.- Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) required.- Knowledge/familiarity with Canva, MailChimp, basic video editing, and graphic design is a plus.- Familiarity and willingness to utilize social media (Instagram, Instagram Stories, YouTube, Facebook, Bluesky, Threads).- A passion for the deep ocean is encouraged! Compensation: $30–40/hour, based on experienceBenefits Eligibility: None