Greenpeace’s mission is to secure an earth capable of nurturing life in all of its magnificent diversity.

We are an independent campaigning organisation committed to protecting nature and humanity from the greatest environmental threats of our time.

All over the world, from the Arctic to the Amazon, and across Australia, Greenpeace stands up for people and the planet, with a track record of success over more than five decades.

Using sophisticated campaign and communications strategies and spectacular creative actions, Greenpeace takes on the big polluters, changes the minds of decision makers, and promotes the solutions that our world so urgently needs.

We have a great culture at Greenpeace Australia Pacific (GPAP) and as part of the team, you will be contributing to responding to the greatest environmental challenges of our time - climate change, protecting our forests and our oceans.

THE ROLE

GPAP is looking for a Volunteer and Activist Coordinator to recruit, train, and grow our base of amazing volunteers! GPAP’s volunteers are at the heart of everything we do, and in this role you’ll be working closely with them to meaningfully contribute to our campaigns, creative confrontation and growing our power to take action.

You’ll work with the Senior Volunteer and Activist Coordinator and our Creative Confrontation Unit to build strategies and programs to build the skills of our Volunteer Network and harness the incredible range of skills and commitment to help us achieve our campaign goals and take meaningful action.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

To succeed in this role, you’ll have experience managing, developing and inspiring volunteers, and be confident using research and insights to develop participation and activist strategies. You will be a dynamic and passionate individual with a knack for inspiring others and driving impactful change.

Additionally, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be dedicated to securing an earth capable of nurturing life in all of its magnificent diversity.

In addition, you will have the following knowledge and experience:

• Intermediate knowledge and/or experience in use of digital organising tools and, database management (e.g. Salesforce)
• Knowledge and/or experience in managing volunteers and developing volunteerism in a systematic way
• Understanding of political, cultural and economic power dynamics and alignment with Greenpeace theory of systems change
• Demonstrated knowledge on how to use research, insights and analysis to develop participation or activist strategies
• Digital broadcasting tools (SMS, Autopilot)
• Facilitation and training (Adult education)
• Ability to foster a culture of continued learning
• Understanding and translating cultural requirements of working with organisations and individuals from the Pacific
• At least two years’ experience in organising groups and individuals to act in a campaigning environment
• Demonstrated skills for project and event management
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with various stakeholders

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• A role with one of the most well-known brands in the environmental NGO space, and the strength of 50 years of Greenpeace behind you;
• A great work-life balance, integrity framework and generous leave conditions (including an additional week of paid leave between Christmas and New Year);
• Genuine flexible working conditions;
• A incredible brand new head office space that has just opened up in Rosebery, Sydney;
• A culture that celebrates inclusivity, belonging and diversity; and
• An annual health allowance.

Salary $94,905.77 per annum + Superannuation

HOW TO APPLY

Be sure to read the full Job Description before applying with your Resume (of no more than 3 pages) and Cover Letter (of no more than 1 page).

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognise that individuals from underrepresented groups, including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People of Colour, women, non-binary and gender diverse individuals, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people living with a disability, may face unique barriers in the job application process. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Your unique experiences and perspectives contribute to the richness of our team. Please feel free to share any accessibility requirements to ensure a smooth application process. We value and celebrate diversity, and we are excited to welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have current working rights for Australia.

A position description is attached.