Youth Leadership Coordinator - Alaska Youth for Environmental Action

Organization

The Alaska Center Education Fund

Job Posted

January 23, 2026

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Leila Pyle

Contact Email

leila@akcenter.org

Contact Phone

907-615-0723

Location

Anchorage or Fairbanks, AK
United States
Alaska Youth for Environmental Action (AYEA) is seeking a Youth Leadership Coordinator! The Youth Leadership Coordinator will lead workshops, summits, and leadership opportunities that empower Alaska youth ages 13-18 to build advocacy, community organizing, and public-speaking skills. This role supports youth-led environmental justice projects and statewide convenings while coordinating logistics, partnerships, and mentorship throughout the year.

Summary

Job Title: Alaska Youth for Environmental Action (AYEA) Youth Leadership Coordinator

Status: Full-time (non-exempt), 1 year, temporary, grant-funded position. It is anticipated to begin on or before April 2026 and go through May, 2027. However, this position is an at-will position.

Location: Anchorage (hybrid) or Fairbanks (remote)

Compensation: $25.00-$27.50/hour, Depending on Experience

Deadline: Open until filled, applications reviewed as received

Position Overview

Alaska Youth for Environmental Action (AYEA) is a statewide program that helps Alaskan youth ages 13-18 build the skills, connections, and inspiration to effectively advocate for our communities and environment. AYEA hosts two annual leadership summits, supports year-round youth-led community action projects, and helps youth organize their peers in local AYEA chapters.

The AYEA Youth Leadership Coordinator will serve as a lead facilitator and coordinator for a series of community workshops and youth leadership opportunities over spring 2026-spring 2027. In addition, the AYEA Youth Leadership Coordinator will help with the two annual AYEA summits and help facilitate additional leadership opportunities for youth in between summits such as speaking opportunities at conferences or knowledge exchanges. This position is grant funded, so the term is approximately one year -  from hire date through the end of the grant period (May 2027). 

Organizational Overview

The Alaska Center Education Fund (AKCEF) envisions a thriving, just and sustainable Alaska for future generations. We engage and empower Alaskans of all ages to support clean air and water, a strong and resilient democracy, and a fair and equitable transition from an extractive economy to a regenerative economy. We focus on climate justice and clean energy solutions, wild salmon habitat protection, and ensuring all Alaskans can engage in the civic process. In partnership with our sister organization The Alaska Center, we engage in youth leadership development, community organizing and supporting public office holders who share our values.

To read the full position description, including duties and qualifications, and to apply, visit https://alaskacenter.bamboohr.com/careers/49

Compensation Information

$25.00-$27.50/hour, Depending on Experience