Environmental Facilitator - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Tonga • Pacific Islands - 2 years, plus 3 months training
United States
Posted on Jul 1, 2026
About The Project
Are you passionate about the community outreach and environmental stewardship? This is your chance to do just that in the South Pacific!
Tonga is among the world’s most disaster‑prone nations, facing frequent earthquakes, tsunamis, tropical cyclones, and mounting pressure on natural resources. These hazards place livelihoods, food security, and community well‑being at continual risk. Yet Tonga also holds indigenous environmental knowledge and longstanding cultural practices that support sustainable resource management and strengthen the community's resilience and preparedness. With environmental awareness, adaptation, and disaster risk management a top priority, Tonga’s government is looking for support in building a stronger, more sustainable future.
As an Environmental Facilitator, you will support Tongan communities to deepen their understanding of local environmental challenges and take informed, practical action. Alongside your community, you will plan and implement nature‑based solutions, revive and apply traditional environmental practices, and strengthen community disaster preparedness. Your efforts will unlock potential for immediate benefits—such as improved environmental awareness, community participation, and preparedness skills—while also contributing to the country’s long‑term resilience.
Activities
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Facilitate environmental camps, clubs, and science classes.
Promote community engagement in data collection to inform scientific studies.
Coordinate community clean-ups and sustainable waste management efforts.
Strengthen local fisheries management and sustainable agricultural practices.
Assist with sanitation and hygiene promotion as well as sustainable rainwater harvesting and storage solutions.
Collaborate on community emergency action planning, awareness campaigns, and preparedness activities.
Promote English through clubs, the arts, and other extracurricular activities.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as supporting an after-school book club or organizing a library.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:
Associate degree in any field and at least two years of full-time, post-high school work experience (from any combination of roles).
OR
Bachelor's degree in any field.
OR
High school diploma or GED and four years of full-time, post-high school work experience (from any combination of roles).
Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.
Key dates
APPLY BY : November 15, 2026
KNOW BY : January 1, 2027
DEPART ON : June 14, 2027
DURATION : 2 years, plus 3 months training
Are you passionate about the community outreach and environmental stewardship? This is your chance to do just that in the South Pacific!
Tonga is among the world’s most disaster‑prone nations, facing frequent earthquakes, tsunamis, tropical cyclones, and mounting pressure on natural resources. These hazards place livelihoods, food security, and community well‑being at continual risk. Yet Tonga also holds indigenous environmental knowledge and longstanding cultural practices that support sustainable resource management and strengthen the community's resilience and preparedness. With environmental awareness, adaptation, and disaster risk management a top priority, Tonga’s government is looking for support in building a stronger, more sustainable future.
As an Environmental Facilitator, you will support Tongan communities to deepen their understanding of local environmental challenges and take informed, practical action. Alongside your community, you will plan and implement nature‑based solutions, revive and apply traditional environmental practices, and strengthen community disaster preparedness. Your efforts will unlock potential for immediate benefits—such as improved environmental awareness, community participation, and preparedness skills—while also contributing to the country’s long‑term resilience.
Activities
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Facilitate environmental camps, clubs, and science classes.
Promote community engagement in data collection to inform scientific studies.
Coordinate community clean-ups and sustainable waste management efforts.
Strengthen local fisheries management and sustainable agricultural practices.
Assist with sanitation and hygiene promotion as well as sustainable rainwater harvesting and storage solutions.
Collaborate on community emergency action planning, awareness campaigns, and preparedness activities.
Promote English through clubs, the arts, and other extracurricular activities.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as supporting an after-school book club or organizing a library.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:
Associate degree in any field and at least two years of full-time, post-high school work experience (from any combination of roles).
OR
Bachelor's degree in any field.
OR
High school diploma or GED and four years of full-time, post-high school work experience (from any combination of roles).
Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.
Key dates
APPLY BY : November 15, 2026
KNOW BY : January 1, 2027
DEPART ON : June 14, 2027
DURATION : 2 years, plus 3 months training