About the role#
The Sacred Grounds Fellow joins the Conservation Department in Washington, D.C. This program works with faith communities to establish native plant gardens and educate members on conservation. You will support a 12 to 24 month educational program, working directly with congregations, green teams, and partners across the Washington D.C. metro area. This is a full-time, paid, 11-month position ending August 31, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Conduct outreach to congregations for educational events, webinars, and field trips.
- Coordinate native plant pick-up days, managing logistics, staffing, and finances.
- Create educational and promotional materials, including fact sheets, flyers, signs, and social media content.
- Track program metrics such as event attendance and plant distribution numbers.
- Research local stormwater rebate programs, climate action plans, and native plant gardening practices.
- Maintain event calendars, mailing lists, and project documentation.
What you'll need#
- Interest in conservation biology, wildlife management, ecology, or habitat restoration.
- Experience with community organizing and creating outreach materials using graphics.
- Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Google documents.
- Comfort communicating with people from a variety of faith backgrounds.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and analyze complex information.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, D.C.
- Work Modality: On-site
- Status: Full-time, paid fellowship
About National Wildlife Federation
The National Wildlife Federation is a non-profit conservation organization founded in 1936. Based in Reston, Virginia, it employs between 201 and 500 people. The group works with individuals and corporations to protect wildlife and natural habitats. It produces educational materials including the Ranger Rick magazines and the National Wildlife publication.
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