Greenpeace Australia Pacific Limited (GPAP) is seeking to appoint 2 (two) new directors at the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM).

ABOUT GPAP

Greenpeace is the leading independent environmental campaigning organisation that uses non-violent direct action and creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems and promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future. For more information about our operations go to our website.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The GPAP Board is above all else the guarantor of the integrity of the organisation. GPAP Board Directors are appointed for a 3 year term, with the option of re-appointment for a second 3 year term.

Directors are required to uphold their statutory and fiduciary duties to act in good faith; avoid conflicts of interest and owe a duty of care, diligence and skill.

Directors are also required to have an Australian Director Identification number or if outside Australia be in the process of applying for one.

SELECTION CRITERIA

ABOUT YOU

The skills we are looking for in this recruitment round are:

1. Campaigning: You have extensive experience in campaign development and leadership, championing causes (ideally environmental or adjacent) to mobilise support, prompt action and drive meaningful change.
2. Fundraising: You have a wealth of relevant fundraising experience to apply to helping Greenpeace grow its impact.
3. Environmental Science Experience: You have a background in environmental science or strategy that takes into account the political, economic, cultural and societal impacts of environment. And/or you have experience in positions that require the application of ecology or environmental sciences.
4. Pacific capability: You have deep working knowledge of the Pacific region, its topography, ecology and its cultures, and understand the unique challenges facing the region.

You will be asked to nominate which of these skills is your primary skill in the recruitment process.

INTERSECTIONAL CLIMATE JUSTICE

We acknowledge that environmental issues impact marginalised people and communities more than others, on both an international and local level. As an organisation we believe it is crucial that marginalised groups are given a seat at the table and are meaningfully involved in decision making. We strongly encourage Pasifika and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders to apply. With skills in 1 (one) of the above areas, we are seeking:

• Pasifika Peoples: Ideally a resident of the Pacific Islands (candidates in Australia will be considered) with deep regional ties, capable of travel and time away from home, including across the Pacific and in Australia. An understanding of Greenpeace, activism, national and international government processes, and environmental challenges in the Pacific is desired.
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples: You will bring your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage and an in-depth understanding of environmental issues as they affect Indigenous peoples, to support and strengthen GPAP’s internal understanding, capacity, and knowledge.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit the "Jobs" page of the official Greenpeace Australia Pacific website to learn more, and to apply. All applications must be received by 5 pm Thursday 27th February 2025 AEDT.

JUSTICE AND BELONGING

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Your unique experiences and perspectives contribute to the richness of our team. We value and celebrate diversity, and we are excited to welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

This is a primarily voluntary role, in line with our charity’s culture and governance approach. However, to help support greater diversity and inclusion, we have introduced a Special Circumstance Discretionary Contribution for Directors who may require financial assistance to participate fully.

GPAP is committed to making reasonable adjustments for candidates with access needs during the recruitment and selection process. If you require adjustments or the application process poses an issue for you, please contact GPAP's Company Secretary at company.secretary.au@greenpeace.org.