Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator

About the role

The Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife is a registered nonprofit wildlife center in Lao PDR, operating a multi-species rescue, conservation and education centre near Vientiane. It works with authorities to investigate wildlife crime, rescue and rehabilitate animals, and runs ethical, no-animal-contact volunteer programmes. The Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role in Vientiane that coordinates volunteers and interns and delivers outreach activities.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate volunteer programmes: recruitment, onboarding, scheduling and day-to-day support for volunteers and interns, keeping practices ethical and no-animal-contact.
• Develop and deliver outreach activities such as school programmes, community events and educational visits.
• Manage volunteer communications and maintain records.
• Collaborate with animal care and education teams so volunteer tasks fit organisational needs.
• Support logistics for international and local volunteers.
• Build partnerships with local schools, organisations and stakeholders, contribute to communication materials and report on programme outcomes.

Required profile

• Experience coordinating volunteers or community programmes, including recruitment, scheduling and day-to-day supervision.
• Background or strong interest in conservation, wildlife, animal welfare or environmental education.
• Ability to work on-site in Vientiane in a cross-cultural setting, with adaptability, cultural sensitivity and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of Lao or other regional languages is an advantage.
• Relevant education in conservation, biology, environmental studies, education, nonprofit management or a related field is beneficial.

Required skills

• Outreach and education skills, such as organising school visits, workshops or public events, and speaking confidently to diverse audiences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, working with staff, volunteers, authorities and community partners.
• Organisational and administrative skills: managing records, preparing reports and handling logistics.