COMPANY SUMMARY

WILDCOAST is an international team that conserves coastal and marine ecosystems and addresses climate change through natural solutions. To achieve our mission we establish and manage protected areas, protect and restore blue carbon ecosystems, and partner with local communities, governments, and the private sector. WILDCOAST has helped to conserve millions of acres of some of the most ecologically important coastline, wetlands, islands, and marine wilderness in the world.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a hybrid position based in San Diego County, California, with office work regularly required (at least 3 days per week) at our office in Del Mar, as well as field work throughout California, Mexico and other global locations. Early morning, late night, and weekend work–as well as occasional travel are expected. The Marketing Coordinator will support our mission by helping manage content, digital campaigns, and online platforms that connect people to our work and drive meaningful change.

This role is ideal for a creative, organized, and mission-driven marketer who enjoys working across content creation, digital tools, and communications—and who’s excited to contribute their skills to a nonprofit making real-world impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategize, manage, and schedule content using a social media management platform (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout, Buffer, or similar)
Create and coordinate engaging content across platforms, including photography, video, editing, and graphic design
Support and manage digital advertising campaigns (Google, Meta, Bing), particularly those focused on change management, fundraising, and awareness-building
Plan, schedule, and execute email marketing campaigns to engage supporters and stakeholders
Manage basic WordPress website updates, including content edits, page updates, and light troubleshooting
Support and maintain our Shopify storefront, including product updates and basic site management

Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree in marketing, communications, or related field
Proven experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
A strong communicator with a creative eye and attention to detail
Organized, adaptable, and eager to learn
Motivated by purpose and excited to support a mission you believe in
Collaborative, adaptable, and detail-oriented approach to work
Spanish language skills are a major plus. Bilingual highly preferred

This role offers the opportunity to grow your marketing skill set while helping amplify important work and stories.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position could involve working in physically demanding and environmentally challenging conditions,

including:

Exposure to high heat, humidity, and other variable weather conditions.
Opportunity for surfing, snorkeling, swimming and boating in urban and remote coastal areas.
Extensive hiking over uneven, steep, or rugged terrain.
Regular lifting and carrying of equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Performing tasks for extended periods in remote outdoor settings with limited amenities.

Requirements & Travel:

Transportation: Must have a valid California driver license and reliable transportation for local travel. WILDCOAST reimburses all business-related mileage and travel expenses in accordance with IRS rates and California law.

Documentation: Must have or be able to obtain a valid U.S. passport or work visa for occasional international travel to Mexico. SENTRI/Global Entry is highly preferred, or the ability to apply for and obtain one. WILDCOAST will reimburse the application fees for Trusted Traveler Programs required for work-related travel.

Background Checks: In compliance with the California Fair Chance Act, WILDCOAST will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Background checks are conducted only after a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Physical Requirements & Environment: This is a hybrid role requiring the ability to work in-office, remotely, and at outdoor event sites. Must be able to move event materials (up to 30 lbs) and traverse outdoor terrain (beaches/trails). WILDCOAST provides a monthly stipend for the business use of personal cell phones and home internet required for remote work.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations: WILDCOAST provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to ensure they can perform essential job functions.

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@wildcoast.org. Do not apply via LinkedIn.

Position will be filled immediately, don’t hesitate to apply if you think you’re a good candidate!