Action Coordinator

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Greenpeace

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Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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19 days ago

Greenpeace exists because this fragile earth deserves a voice. It needs solutions. It needs change. It needs action.

Greenpeace is a non-profit environmental organization with a presence in 55 countries. We expose global environmental problems and force positive changes through research, lobbying and non-violent direct action. We are now calling on brave and inspiring individuals to join us.

Summary/purpose of the position

Action oordinator

The Actions Unit of Greenpeace East Asia is responsible for bringing our campaign strategies to life, through inspiring, attention-grabbing offline tactics - including direct action, direct communication, protest and artistic intervention - in order to create a just, sustainable future for all.

As Action Coordinator, your role is to facilitate the creation of innovative tactics for campaign impact. You'll work with diverse campaign teams and lead the planning and coordination of offline events, and ensure we have the resources and knowledge needed to successfully implement it.

Action Coordinators utilize skills and knowledge from the arts, industrial climbing, marine operations including diving, project management, field logistics, drones, and new tech. One person won't have all of this, so it's key for our Action Coordinators to have a strong appetite for learning and trying new things, and be able to effectively research, engage and work with specialists and experts. This role also contributes to the management and growth of our activist network and related programs, including running trainings, identifying opportunities for recruitment and growth, and creating pathways for volunteers to contribute and lead strategic actions.

We particularly encourage those with a background in the creative industries, events management, or the arts to apply!

Responsibilities:
Design, plan and implement (from idea formulation to logistics coordination) creative and effective non-violent direct action to help Greenpeace achieve its campaign objectives at local, national and international level

Provide strategic and tactical input in campaign and project planning processes relating to the use of action

Recruit, cultivate and manage a group of volunteers and activists and motivate them to participate in Greenpeace actions and activities

Organize and coordinate action training for staff and volunteers

Carry out risk assessments

Support field research and rapid response projects in environmental hotspots

Requirements:
Work experience in related fields (NGOs, activist/advocacy groups, event management, logistics, or creative industry) and preferably with experience in social action;

Strong commitment to Greenpeace values especially environmental activism;

Good analytical and strategic thinking abilities;

Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and within budget;

Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team;

Understanding of the environmental, socio-political and cultural situations of Hong Kong

Willingness to travel

Technical skills and experiences in driving, boating, climbing, diving, swimming, first aid, electronic and mechanical equipment etc. will be an asset;

Bachelor’s Degree or above;

Fluency in written and spoken Chinese and English

How to apply:
Greenpeace is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees, regardless of sex, marital status, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity 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.

This is a 1 year contract position. Interested parties please submit your cover letter and resume with current and expected salary by clicking Apply Now. Please note if you fail to submit motivation letter your application will be deprioritized.

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