Call for a part-time project lead

Project lead for a short-term project on the triple planetary crisis

YEE is seeking a project lead for a short-term project called Understanding the Triple Planetary Crisis through the Lens of the Right to a Healthy Environment (RtHE).

This position is remote and requires an average of 20 hours per week of work until November 30th, 2025.

Application deadline: 19th February 2025

Background

The project Understanding the Triple Planetary Crisis through the Lens of the Right to a Healthy Environment (RtHE) addresses the triple planetary crisis—climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution—focusing on how young people across Europe experience and respond to its varied impacts.

Recognising that these crises transcend borders, the initiative aims to raise awareness, foster solidarity, and empower young people through education, cooperation, and advocacy. By enhancing cross-border knowledge sharing and promoting the right to a healthy environment (RTHE), the project seeks to build a united and strategic youth response to environmental challenges, emphasising the importance of regional and social contexts.

Key objectives include raising awareness of regional differences in experiencing these crises, equipping young people with the skills to advocate for environmental rights, fostering collaboration among youth organisations, and encouraging local and global environmental actions. The project prioritises rural and vulnerable young people across Europe, ensuring inclusivity and diverse representation. Innovative approaches, such as cross-geographical dialogue and visual storytelling, will showcase the role of youth in driving environmental change and strengthen their contributions to a sustainable future.

Responsibilites

The project lead will be responsible for carrying out all the project activities including:

Attending and contributing to a preparatory meeting in March 2025
Organising a training course for youth workers in Yerevan, Armenia (expected in April/May 2025)
Developing social media Campaign "Regional perspectives of the RtHE"
Organising a dialogue in the Symposium comparing the findings of the training course and the academic report conducted by university students. (expected in September 2025)
Reporting

Candidates we are looking for

Has previous experience in project management and communications
Has acquired knowledge on the Right to a Healthy Environment
Has experience working on climate change, environmental issues, and local-level advocacy
Have experience and a good understanding of stakeholder’s engagement.
Undertakes responsibilities and carries out tasks independently whilst being a good communicator
Familiar with non-formal education methodology

The ideal profile:

Has experience working with the European Youth Foundation or the Council of Europe
Has experience in the field of youth and environmental advocacy
Is motivated to interact in an international environment with different organisations, institutions, and individuals
Is comfortable with being part of a small team
Has a creative approach and can come up with innovative solutions
Has an experience as a trainer in non-formal education

Requirements

Working proficiency in English
Be able to work remotely and collaborate with the team under this regime
Be resident in Europe, already with an EU working permit
Eligible applicants must be younger than 35 years of age
Be aligned with YEE's core values and mission.

Equal Opportunity

YEE is committed to diversity and inclusion and strongly encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups.

Selection Process

Interested candidates should submit the application form by 19 February 2025 to be considered for the position. Selected candidates will be asked for a remote interview during the week of 24 to 28 February.

For any questions regarding the selection process, contact yee@yeenet.eu.