Newsletter Writer & Manager for Wildlife Conservation Organization

About Pathos Wildlife

Pathos Wildlife is a growing conservation organization dedicated to protecting wildlife around the world through the use of cutting-edge technology, research, and community-driven solutions. As a young organization, we are building the foundation needed to amplify our impact and reach a broader global audience.

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and creative Newsletter Manager to lead the development and management of Pathos Wildlife’s newsletters. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about wildlife conservation, enjoys writing and storytelling, and wants hands-on experience in nonprofit communications and outreach.

The Newsletter Manager will play a key role in shaping how we communicate our mission, research, and impact to supporters around the world. This will also serve as an avenue to drive critical donations to our organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and design engaging newsletters highlighting our conservation projects, research updates, and organizational milestones; or informative and educational newsletters relevant to the work we do
• Develop compelling stories that translate scientific and field-based work into accessible, inspiring content
• Coordinate with team members to gather updates, photos, and relevant information
• Manage newsletter distribution through email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Substack, or similar tools)
• Maintain and organize subscriber lists
• Track basic performance metrics (open rates, click-through rates) and suggest improvements
• Develop a consistent newsletter schedule (e.g., monthly or biweekly)

Preferred Skills (But Not Always Necessary)

• Strong writing and editing skills
• Visual design experience
• Photo editing for newsletter design
• Experience with email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, Constant Contact, Substack, etc.)
• Basic layout or design skills (Canva or similar tools preferred)
• Ability to translate scientific or technical content into engaging public-facing language
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Interest in wildlife conservation, science communication, or nonprofit outreach

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience in nonprofit and conservation communications
• Opportunities to build a professional writing and communications portfolio
• Experience with email marketing strategy and analytics
• Networking within an international conservation community
• The chance to directly support wildlife conservation efforts worldwide

Time Commitment

This position is flexible and fully remote, making it ideal for students, early-career professionals, or anyone looking to contribute meaningfully to conservation efforts. Volunteers can contribute on a schedule that fits their availability.

Learn more about Pathos Wildlife at: www.pathoswildlife.org