Volunteer Tree Planting Project Officer
Volunteers will be crucial in ensuring the success of this project.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage the tree planting calendar, including identifying locations and times for planting events
- Work with local communities, environmental groups, and local authorities to secure sites for tree planting
- Organize tree-planting events
- Recruit, train, and engage volunteers for tree-planting events
- Provide guidance and support to volunteers during planting activities
- Ensure a safe and productive environment for volunteers.
- Track tree planting progress and document the success of the project
- Monitor the growth and survival rates of planted trees
- Assist in creating reports on tree planting activities and outcomes
- Act as a liaison between the project and the local community, keeping residents informed about the benefits and goals of the tree-planting initiative
- Procure and manage supplies necessary for planting activities.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in project management, event coordination, environmental initiatives, or related roles
- Experience in managing teams
- Ability to engage and motivate volunteers and community members
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of tree planting techniques and environmental best practices (preferred, but not required).
- Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Must be adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable working in a team.