Over the years, the Two Oceans Aquarium has been at the forefront of several successful environmental campaigns. Now we seek to increase our impact and drive positive environmental change across all sectors of society.
Are you ready to turn passion into impact? The Two Oceans Aquarium is looking for a driven and dynamic Environmental Campaign Coordinator to join our team and help lead urgent campaigns tackling plastic pollution, overfishing and other issues.
Are you a strategic communicator and change-maker who designs and drives initiatives that connect people to ocean issues? Can you use science, conservation and communication to tell compelling stories that inspire behaviour change, partnerships, and measurable impact? Can you work with multiple teams to align messaging, audiences, and actions to advance the Aquarium’s mission?
About the role
You will play a key role in designing and delivering campaigns that influence policy, mobilise communities, and drive real environmental change. Working across multiple platforms and with diverse stakeholders, you’ll bring energy, creativity, and strategic thinking to some of the most pressing marine conservation challenges of our time.
Key responsibilities
- Develop, plan and implement impactful campaigns focused on plastic pollution and overfishing, among others
- Conduct research and translate complex environmental issues into compelling campaign messages
- Work collaboratively with the wider communications and design team to develop and deliver a variety of communication approaches and materials, including direct engagement, traditional and digital media, briefing materials, public information, and campaign activities. These should effectively engage identified audiences and support the achievement of campaign objectives.
- Develop clear, accurate and informative briefings and updates for staff, media, stakeholders and other relevant audiences, communicating key campaign issues, developments, progress and outcomes.
- Engage stakeholders, partners, staff and the public to build momentum and support
- Develop, plan and implement campaign activities, timelines, and resources effectively
- Monitor and evaluate campaign performance and adapt strategies as needed
About you
- Experience in campaigning, advocacy, or public engagement
- Strong communication, storytelling and public speaking abilities
- Background and qualifications in marine science, communications, social sciences, environmental studies, or a related field
- Passionate about environmental protection, particularly marine ecosystems
- Strategic thinker with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Dynamic and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a passionate team working at the forefront of environmental change, with the opportunity to make a tangible difference in protecting our ocean for future generations. If you’re ready to take action and create impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of the movement to protect our ocean.
Starting date: 1 January 2026
Salary: To be discussed at interview
Preference will be given to candidates who will add to the diversity of our organisation. This is NOT a Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) position.
The Aquarium reserves the right not to make an appointment if no suitably qualified candidates apply for the position as advertised. Interested applicants must email a maximum 2-page CV with a covering letter of motivation to the email address: vacancies@aquarium.co.za
Closing date for applications: 31 October 2026.
If no response is received within 14 days after the closing date, candidates should regard their application as unsuccessful.