Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 15th Apr 2021
The Ethics Centre (TEC) is a unique, Australian-based not-for-profit which works to place ethics at the centre of everyday life. It supports individuals and organisations to address complex ethical issues and stimulates public engagement through flagship programs like the Festival of Dangerous Ideas (FODI).It remains the only organisation in the world providing practical guidance on complex ethical issues across the full spectrum of society.
We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic graduate, or soon to be graduate, with an interest in ethics and engagement. This role will research, develop, plan and propose a program designed to increase the quality of the Centre’s engagement with younger Australians.
Undertake research to understand:
Why and how young people (15 – 28 years of age) engage with the ethical dimension of life, and
More generally, how they build and maintain relationship with organisations that command their interest and involvement.
Assist TEC to:
Brainstorm ideas
Develop communication strategies that will reach and connect with young people, and
Identify a range of communication channels that influence young people.
The Youth Engagement Intern reports to the Head of Engagement.
The role will involve frequent collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the organisation and will work closely with Marketing and Campaign Managers.
As Youth Engagement Intern your ideal skills, knowledge and experience should include:
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Web-savvy, web-search skills; high level of "internet literacy" and knowledge of social media
Ability to develop a strategic plan and associated budget
Ability to work independently and to collaborate effectively with others
Attention to detail
Interest in / knowledge of ethics, philosophy, education, social policy, global issues, research and current events
Salary $29,750 + super for 6 month full time contract
Flexible working from home and office days
Opportunity to have broad impact
Part of a small, highly engaged and collaborative team