Education Specialist – Environment

About the role

The Education Specialist – Environment will support the line‑manager in delivering engaging educational programmes for visitors and the public. The role focuses on raising awareness of environmental issues, promoting conservation and sustainability, and enhancing enjoyment of natural spaces through interpretation and interactive learning.

Key responsibilities

• Lead educational groups on tours, presentations and animal encounters, delivering clear conservation messages.
• Contribute to the park’s overall education strategy, including programme and resource development.
• Prepare reports and assist with data collection and analysis related to educational activities.
• Train, mentor and support education officers, including performance appraisal input.
• Visit organisations across the UAE to give presentations and promote environmental education.
• Identify visitor education needs, work within budget constraints and evaluate current practices.
• Assist education officers in developing scientifically accurate content for programmes.
• Design and implement new awareness initiatives, events and campaigns throughout the UAE.
• Select specialist resources for the education centre and other presentation areas.
• Follow all Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) policies.

Required profile

• University degree in an environmental discipline or a teaching degree with a teaching certificate/diploma; a master’s degree is preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a training or outdoor educational environment, working with diverse age groups.
• Proven experience in developing courses and education programmes on environmental and conservation topics.
• Strong understanding of the organisation’s mission and departmental functions.

Required skills