Marine Systems & Sustainability Programmes Facilitator (Freelance)

Job Description: Marine Systems & Sustainability Programmes Facilitator (Freelance)

Company Overview

The Narrative Nest Singapore designs and delivers contemporary education programmes for schools and youth organisations.

Under our Marine Systems & Sustainability programmes, we use ocean and environmental contexts to develop students’ ability to think critically, communicate clearly, and make informed decisions about real-world issues.

Our workshops are not content-heavy marine science lessons. Instead, they are structured, discussion-driven sessions where marine topics such as coastal ecosystems, pollution, food systems, and maritime activity are used as applied contexts for learning.

Students engage in guided activities, group discussions, and decision-making tasks that build confidence, self-awareness, and the ability to express and justify their ideas.

Our programmes may explore areas such as:

• Coastal and marine ecosystems in urban environments
• Human impact on oceans, including pollution and resource use
• Food systems, aquaculture, and sustainability trade-offs
• Maritime activity, trade, and environmental considerations
• Interpreting information and making decisions in complex, real-world scenarios

We work primarily with upper primary, secondary, and youth audiences, delivering learning experiences that are structured, engaging, and grounded in real-world relevance.

Learn more:
www.thenarrativenestsg.com

Job Summary

Facilitate interactive workshops in primary and secondary schools across Singapore, using marine and sustainability contexts to guide students through applied learning experiences.

You will lead students through structured activities, discussions, and scenario-based tasks that develop their ability to analyse information, evaluate trade-offs, articulate perspectives, and participate actively in group-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate structured, activity-based workshops using marine and sustainability contexts
• Guide discussions on topics such as environmental impact, resource use, and real-world trade-offs
• Lead students through scenario-based tasks and decision-making activities
• Support students in expressing ideas, participating in discussions, and presenting their viewpoints
• Provide clear guidance and direct feedback during exercises and presentations
• Maintain a focused, respectful, and well-managed classroom environment
• Adapt facilitation approach based on class profile, learning pace, and group dynamics
• Ensure consistent delivery of programme content across different schools and cohorts

Required Skills & Requirements

Facilitation & Classroom Management

• Able to lead structured, activity-based workshops with primary and secondary students
• Maintains control of classroom dynamics while keeping sessions interactive and focused
• Manages time, transitions, and behaviour effectively

Communication & Instruction

• Communicates clearly and concisely, with the ability to explain concepts in accessible terms
• Guides discussions using structured questioning and prompts
• Provides direct, actionable feedback during student activities and presentations

Student Engagement

• Sustains participation through discussion, group work, and presentation-based formats
• Reads class dynamics and adjusts delivery to maintain engagement

Adaptability

• Adjusts facilitation approach based on student profile, class size, and environment
• Handles unexpected situations while maintaining session flow

Delivery Consistency

• Follows structured lesson plans accurately and delivers consistently across classes
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision once trained

Professional Conduct

• Punctual, prepared, and reliable for school-based engagements
• Able to coordinate effectively with co-facilitators and school staff

Content Familiarity (Marine & Sustainability Contexts)

• Comfortable facilitating discussions around marine and environmental topics (e.g. pollution, ecosystems, food systems, maritime activity)
• Able to work with provided materials and contextualise discussions without requiring deep academic specialisation

Eligibility & Compliance

• Eligible to work in Singapore
• Registered with MOE as an Instructor/Trainer (MOE IRS), or willing to apply when required

Education

• Diploma/Degree in Marine Science, Marine Biology, Oceanography, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Management, Sustainability, Geography, Ecology, Biological or Life Sciences, Earth Sciences, Geoscience, Climate Science, Aquaculture, Fisheries Science, Maritime Studies, Coastal or Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, Conservation Biology, Biodiversity or Wildlife Studies, or related fields

Engagement Details

• Engagement type: Freelance, programme-based work
• Workshop schedule: Weekday mornings or afternoons
• Session length: Half-day to full-day workshops
• Location: Schools across Singapore

Compensation

• Assistant Trainer: $30/h
• Main Trainer: $45 – $60/h

Application

Send a short introduction and relevant experience to:
hello@thenarrativenestsg.com

Subject line: Freelance Facilitator Application

In your email, briefly share:

• Your experience facilitating programmes for youth
• Any exposure to sustainability, environmental, or marine-related topics (if applicable)
• The types of workshops you have conducted

Additional Information

Job Types: Freelance, Student job

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Promotion to permanent employee

Experience:

• Classroom facilitation: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Freelance, Student job

Pay: $45.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Promotion to permanent employee

License/Certification:

• MOE IRS (Preferred)

Work Location: In person