Roots & Shoots Bay Area Basecamp Coordinator

Department: Roots & Shoots 

Compensation & Duration: Compensation will be $70/hour.

This is a half-time contracted position (20 hours per week) for 12 months with the possibility of extension if funding allows. 

Location: Remote work in a home office or central workspace in the Bay Area. 

Position Description 

The Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) is seeking a Basecamp Coordinator to support and expand Roots & Shoots programming in the Bay Area.  

About Roots & Shoots and the Jane Goodall Institute 

Jane Goodall's Roots & Shoots is the global youth program of the Jane Goodall Institute. Founded in 1991, it now operates in 75 countries, empowering hundreds of thousands of young people to take action for their communities, animals, and the environment. Inspired by Dr. Jane Goodall’s belief in the power of young people to create change, Roots & Shoots encourages participants to identify local challenges and develop meaningful service projects to address them. 

At JGI we believe that when we can bring our authentic selves to work on a day-to-day basis, we become happier, more comfortable, more confident, and more excited to do great things for our organization, each other, and our world. 

The Jane Goodall Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to being an organization and a community where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. We value attracting diverse talent and we cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We strive to be a diverse workforce and believe that forming teams in which everyone can be their authentic selves from all different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives is key to our success. 

Come join JGI and be a part of a global organization where we are all proud to belong. 

Role Overview 

The Basecamp Coordinator will cultivate relationships, recruit and engage volunteers, and collaborate with donors, youth leaders, and community organizations to support and expand Roots & Shoots initiatives that address community need. This role provides structure and organization to a grassroots, participant-driven movement and embodies equity and inclusion in their work. 

Key Responsibilities 

Volunteer Coordination 

• Recruit and support a local Roots & Shoots Council of experienced educators, mentors, parents and group leaders dedicated to strengthening the program’s network and representing the diversity of the Bay Area, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, and people with disabilities. 

• Provide branding, logistical, and marketing support for the council’s activities. 

• Organize and facilitate regular council meetings, ensuring that barriers to participation (location, timing, accessibility etc.) are addressed. 

• Recruit and organize volunteers to assist with Basecamp events and activities, as well as other JGI activities as needed. 

Adult Mentor Engagement & Support 

• Encourage and support Roots & Shoots educators, parents, and other adult mentors from all backgrounds and abilities to facilitate existing and new Roots & Shoots groups and projects. 

• Recruit new mentors and connect them with experienced mentors for collaboration. 

Youth Engagement & Support 

• Identify and recruit highly motivated, accomplished youth leaders through educator and institutional networks, especially Black, Indigenous, youth of Color, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, and people with disabilities to participate in local Roots & Shoots events and activities. 

• Convene Roots & Shoots youth leaders for 1-2 gatherings per year to foster leadership development, encourage a sense of belonging, and celebrate achievements. 

Stewarding Institutional Partnerships 

• Work with the Roots & Shoots national office to establish and maintain partnerships with local organizations that align with our mission (e.g., zoos, museums, botanical gardens, environmental non-profits, social justice and social service organizations), being inclusive of organizations that engage people with marginalized and underrepresented identities. 

• Serve as a liaison between local partners and the Roots & Shoots national team. 

Event Management 

• Plan and coordinate inclusive and welcoming in-person and virtual events to showcase Roots & Shoots projects, celebrate participants, and attract new members. 

• Represent Roots & Shoots at local conferences, school visits, community events, and outreach opportunities. 

Grant and General Administration 

• Manage a small grants budget to support local educators and youth council members in implementing community projects. 

• Maintain Bay Area Basecamp webpage and grant-making database. 

Qualifications and Experience 

We welcome applications from individuals with nonprofit program coordination or management experience and expertise in the following areas: 

• Classroom teaching, after-school programs, or summer program leadership 

• Informal education coordination 

• Youth leadership development 

• Community organizing 

• Volunteer recruitment and coordination 

• Event planning and management 

Requirements 

• Demonstrated knowledge of Bay Area community concerns, opportunities, and networks, including organizations led by and serving Black, Indigenous, People of Color, the LGBTQIA2S+ community, and people with disabilities. 

• Comfort working with office software; experience with Salesforce CRM desirable. 

• Some national travel required (1-2 trips/year), local Bay Area travel required (mileage reimbursed). 

While the ideal candidate will be able to fulfill the position responsibilities, meet the requisite requirements, and possess the desired qualifications, we invite you to express interest even if you do not meet all the criteria. 

Benefits 

This position is a contracted position for 15-20 hours per week and does not include benefits like health insurance, accrued paid time off or sick time. Laptop and office equipment is provided. Contracted employees receive paid holidays as identified by JGI. 

Why JGI? 

We are a global network of scientists, conservationists, animal behavior and welfare experts, educators, and nonprofit professionals dedicated to building a better world for all. We focus on science-driven and compassionate solutions that have a far-reaching impact on people, other animals, and the environment. Our staff members are both personally and professionally committed to making the world a better place and work hard at doing so. In return, we offer competitive salaries and benefits, a warm and supportive working environment, and the satisfaction of knowing that your contributions are directly contributing to advancing the legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall. 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility at JGI 

At the Jane Goodall Institute we believe that when we can bring our authentic selves to work on a day-to-day basis, we are happier, more comfortable, more confident, and more excited to do great things for our organization, each other, and our world. When we bring inclusive teams together, our collective work to solve complex problems is more creative, more just, and more effective. JGI welcomes and supports individuals with diverse experiences, identities, backgrounds, and levels of ability. We foster an organizational culture in which everyone feels valued, safe, heard, and fully engaged. 

Application Instructions 

To apply for this position, please go to: https://www.janegoodall.org/about/jobs/ 

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