Position Summary

The campaigner will serve as the Greenpeace representative on Oceans issues in Thailand . He/she will work towards the goals of Greenpeace Southeast Asia’s Oceans campaigns with the framework of Greenpeace’s overall objectives. In certain situations, as determined by external events and upon the recommendation of the Program Manager and/or nominated alternative, the Campaigner is expected to move between issues and campaigns as needed.

It is expected that at least 80% of the campaigner’s time will be spent in Thailand.  The Campaigner is also expected to work with other national and regional offices, as required.

Key Duties

1. In conjunction with the Campaigner Director or nominated alternative, develop and implement campaign work and projects in line with both short and long term goals for the ocean campaign based on national and international objectives and including detailed strategy, activities, timelines and budgets:
   • Take the lead in the implementation of Oceans campaign strategies and tactics developed to achieve goals and objectives (and public outreach activitiesin support of the ocean and assist in public out reach activities for campaign strategies)
   • Participate in campaign discussion and planning regarding strategic issues and event planning within GPSEA, with other Greenpeace offices and with GPI. This will include both written and verbal discussion as well as attendance at specific meetings.
   • Keep Program Manager and/or designated representative informed of activities in the campaign (including preparation of monthly reports and work plans) and recommend changes in tactics, or strategies as necessary.
   • Participate in regular progress reviews and end-point evaluations of ocean campaign/projects.
   • Co-ordinate information flow within the Campaign Department to other Departments,  and with relevant GPI units.
   • Organize and oversee the work of ocean campaign/project volunteers, interns and short-term contractees where directed
2. Assist the Program Manager or nominated alternative in the designing and implementation of strategies to educate and mobilize various targeted constituencies and the general public about oceans issues and Greenpeace goals;
   • Maintain a working knowledge of technical information and be able to present the information to a variety of audiences within and outside the Philippines in language they can understand.
   • Maintain a working knowledge of political, legislative, regulatory and economic frameworks relevant to the campaign.
   • Build alliances and/or support relationships with relevant affected groups, grassroots organizations, academic and professional groups, labour and others as identified in strategic planning.
   • Develop or assist in the development of fact sheets and other information.
   • Work with the Press Officer in preparing press releases and assist in planning media strategies for the campaign, act as spokesperson for the campaign, and develop pro-active relationships with relevant media to increase campaign outreach.
   • Represent Greenpeace and the campaign at relevant public events, activist meetings/groups, political decision makers, local citizens and other affected communities.
3. Direct, organize and participate in non-violent direct action to support and advance campaign goals and organization objectives.
4. Perform other job-related duties as requested or assigned by Campaigns Director or nominated alternative
5. Specific work-plans will be amended each year.

Educational Background & Fundamental Qualifications

Level of Education:	Bachelor
Field of Study:	Environment or related field
Work Experience:	·         3 years experience in climate and energy change / local environmental issue ·         Working knowledge of non profit , campaigning organization ·         Demonstrated strategic planning and implementation skills ·       Commitment to Greenpeace values and the ethic of peaceful direct action

Competencies and Skills

Organizational Competencies

·       Leadership: Knowledge and/or experience in guiding and directing the efforts of others by presenting          a clear vision, delegating responsibilities, and providing constant support and feedback ·       Innovation & Change: Knowledge and/or experience in reflecting creative and imaginative thinking, an          openness to new ideas, and an ability to take calculated risks in order to meet organizational         objectives ·       Strategic Thinking & Global Mindset: Knowledge and/or experience in addressing organizational objectives by developing calculated approaches that integrate an openness to and awareness of diversity across cultures

Functional Skills

·       Awareness and knowledge of local and/or regional socio-economic environment ·       Awareness and knowledge of local and/or regional political environment ·       Knowledge and/or experience in research and investigation ·       Knowledge and/or experience in campaigning ·       Knowledge and/or experience in non-violent direct action ·       Knowledge and/or experience in public engagement (mobilization of people) ·       Knowledge and/or experience in effectively dealing with confrontational situations ·       Knowledge and/or experience in Crisis management ·       Ability to synthesize legal issues and to communicate on them in wording, adapted to a target audience  ·       Strong negotiation, communications and presentation skills                                   ·       Fluency in written and spoken English

 

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE APPLYING TO THIS POST

 

WORKING HOURS

Normal hours of work for full time Employee will be forty (40) per week or (5) days in a week, at 8 hours per day excluding an hour lunch break. This will be from Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8:30 am to 6: 30 pm. Ordinary hours of work may be varied as agreed between staff and the line managers.

LEAVE

A permanent employee will be entitled to the following leaves:

Annual Leave: 20 days

Sick Leave:  30 days

Parental Leave:  10days

Maternity Leave: as per government rules and regulations and Greenpeace policy

Long Service Leave: 2 months paid leave after 5 years of continuous service

Compassionate leave: maximum of 5 days for the death of significant others 

SALARY

In determining salary offer for this position, Greenpeace applies its Salary Grading Process, taking into consideration the job description and applicant’s previous experience, and the organization’s salary grade.

INSURANCE
Greenpeace provides health insurance, life insurance and travel insurance to its permanent employees.

LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Greenpeace is committed to providing its employees with learning and development opportunities to be able to perform its functions more effectively.  Through its mentoring process and annual Performance Management System, staff’s development objectives are identified and prioritized.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Greenpeace is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees, regardless of sex, marital status, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation and any other characteristics unrelated to the performance of the job. Selection will be in accordance with objective, job related criteria and the appointment will be on the basis of applicant’s merits and abilities.

HR POLICIES AND PROCEDURE

Greenpeace management and staff are given guidance on the implications of the equal opportunities policy. Policies and procedures are reviewed to review and adapt current practices to promote equality of opportunity. Other organizational policies and procedures will be fully discussed to the successful applicant.

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Interested candidates are invited to write Letter of Introduction, explaining why you are qualified for the position and why you want to work for Greenpeace, fill-up the attached Application from this link

http://www.greenpeace.org/seasia/th/getinvolved/jobs/Oceans-Campaigner-201812/

and email to:

jobs.th@greenpeace.org

Deadline for Applications:   January 18, 2019

 

We regret that we shall be unable to acknowledge receipt of the form but should you wish to confirm that we have received your application, please call our office at tel. +66 3571921.

As we receive a large number of applicants for our advertised vacancies, we are unable to respond to those applicants who have not been shortlisted and we apologize for this in advance.  If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

 

 

Thank you and we look forward to receiving your application letter and completed application form.

Contact : jobs.th@greenpeace.org

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