The Delaware Environmental Institute (DENIN), established in 2009, is a research, education, and outreach partnership dedicated to addressing complex environmental issues. DENIN is housed within the Research Office at the University of Delaware, with offices located in the Patrick T. Harker Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Laboratory. DENIN was established to coordinate the University’s multidisciplinary expertise around key environmental issues, facilitate large, interdisciplinary projects, and showcase the University’s well-established, nationally significant portfolio of environmental science, engineering, and policy competencies. DENIN has a small, team-driven staff who work creatively to develop innovative and competitive research and education programs. The Program Coordinator,  Communications and Education, will report directly to the Associate Director of Diversity, Education and Outreach, with a dotted line to OCM’s Senior Director for Research Communications.  The Program Coordinator will form an integral part of the DENIN staff, working in collaboration with team members, DENIN affiliates, and partners to strengthen DENIN’s education programs and manage the unit’s communications campaigns.

• Creates and implements a comprehensive communications plan that includes social media, websites, emails, newsletters, and news stories.
• Coordinates the recruitment, programming, and reporting of DENIN’s graduate and undergraduate education programming, including the DENIN Fellows and research internships, using student feedback and current best practices to continuously improve programming. Assists with the development and implementation of DENIN events and special activities.
• Manages DENIN’s social media accounts including Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and YouTube, including content development (using Canva, Illustrator, or other preferred programs) in accordance with UD social media guidelines and standards.
• Makes basic updates to DENIN and project-specific websites using WordPress.
• Creates and manages seminars and educational opportunities.
• Assists with the development and implementation of broadening participation and diversity plans designed to increase the access and inclusion of historically underrepresented populations in STEM research.
• Represents DENIN at events and conferences (e.g., Earth Day events; Pitch:90; DENIN Research Symposium, film screenings).
• Collaborates on evaluation processes needed for project management and annual reporting.
• Works with other UD entities (such as the Office of Communications and Marketing) and external partners to create content and ensure that all content aligns with UD editorial style and branding guides.
• Creates and gives presentations to students, leadership, and advisory boards.
• Drafts emails and individual communications on behalf of the Director and DENIN staff.
• Maintains and improves professional competence through formal and non-formal courses and conferences as well as other professional development opportunities.
• Provides other program and departmental support as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A degree in communications, design, STEM/environmental education, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Ability to effectively present information on an individual/group basis with a variety of audiences at various educational levels using a variety of media.
• Familiarity and experience with online communications, including e-mail, web communications, social media, and basic website management.
• Ability to create engaging online content, including design and copy, using programs such as Canva or Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong organizational, communication, public speaking and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time-management skills to handle tasks with rolling and overlapping deadlines.
• Ability to use independent judgment and perform tasks with limited supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and Google products including Docs, Forms, Sheets, and Slides.
• Demonstrates an understanding and consideration of the differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying identities, cultures and backgrounds.
• Committed to fostering a workplace culture of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value.