Indigenous Knowledge Engagement Lead NGO Job NextGen for Earth
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About Us
NextGen for Earth empowers youth to take the lead in restoring the environment, strengthening mental health in schools, promoting indigenous knowledge, and building community capacity. We believe that young people are key to driving bold, inclusive climate action, and we create opportunities for them to learn, innovate, and shape sustainable solutions for the future.
Role Overview
The Indigenous Knowledge Engagement Lead is a voluntary leadership role designed for individuals passionate about cultural heritage, sustainability, and intergenerational learning. In this role, you will coordinate and organize knowledge transfer sessions between elders and young people, helping to preserve indigenous practices and integrate them into modern climate solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- As the Indigenous Knowledge Engagement Lead, you will plan and facilitate activities that bring together community elders and youth for meaningful dialogue and learning.
- You will design and conduct surveys to identify gaps in indigenous knowledge transfer within communities and use this information to guide programming.
- You will also collaborate with mentors, environmental mentees, and regional ambassadors to ensure indigenous knowledge is embedded in greening initiatives, mental health programs, and community capacity building.
What You Gain
- This role offers an opportunity to strengthen leadership, community engagement, and research skills while contributing to the preservation and revitalization of indigenous knowledge systems.
- You will gain hands-on experience in organizing intergenerational activities, conducting surveys, and shaping programs that highlight the role of traditional wisdom in addressing climate change and sustainability.
- At the end of the program, you will receive a Certificate of Service recognizing your leadership and contribution.
Who We Are Looking For
- We are seeking a committed individual who values indigenous knowledge and its role in community resilience.
- The ideal candidate will be creative, organized, and comfortable working with both elders and youth.
- Experience in community engagement or research is an advantage, but passion for indigenous heritage and sustainability is most important.
How to Apply
Email CV and letter of application to: Team@nextgenforearth.org by 31/Oct/ 2025. Interviews will be ongoing until all the positions are filled.
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