Business as usual’ is destroying our planet. But it is possible to live well without harming nature. From renewable energy to ecological farming, change is afoot – governments are just too slow to embrace real solutions. We are looking for two experienced, creative and motivated political campaigners to help challenge the EU to forge a sustainable path, preserving the environment for future generations.
Closing date for applications: 23:59 CET, 6 May 2018
Your main responsibilities will be to:
- develop and implement advocacy strategies on EU policies as part of a team (the exact topics will depend on the make-up of the future team, and the skills and experience of the sucessful candidates);
- provide Greenpeace campaigns with strategic advice and EU policy expertise;
- maintain active relations with European policymakers;
- partner with NGOs and other allies to develop common or complementary advocacy strategies;
- draft briefings, letters, and other advocacy material;
- act as a spokesperson.
About you:
- a strong desire to contribute to the protection of the environment and to political change;
- a good listener, happy networker with an ability to inspire action in people of different political persuasions;
- at least five years of relevant professional experience, in particular in the areas of economics, law, politics, public finance, food and agriculture, biodiversity, democracy and social justice;
- excellent policy analysis and strategic planning;
- experience in making change happen through public campaigns, and the ability to view environmental policy in terms of campaign opportunities;
- good knowledge of the decision-making processes of the EU institutions;
- self-motivation, stress-resilience and ability to work as part of a team;
- very good spoken and written English, and fluency in at least one other EU language;
- ability to work with people from different backgrounds and to establish supportive work environments.
What we offer:
- Work within a dynamic, committed and effective international team in Brussels, and with colleagues from across the Greenpeace world.
- Experience in a stimulating political campaigning environment.
- Active contribution to the protection of the environment and to political change in Europe.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
Application information:
Please email your application to european.unit@greenpeace.org and address it to Mr Stef Van den Eynde. Please write "Application EU policy adviser" in the subject line.
Please include:
- a CV of maximum two pages (no photos, please);
- a cover letter of no more than one page, outlining your motivation and including the date when you would be able to start;
- a short essay (max 600 words) on: "Two things I would do if I were the next President of the European Commission."
The deadline for applications is 23:59 CET, 6 May 2018. The first round of face-to-face interviews will take place in the week of 21 May.
The Greenpeace European Unit is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We encourage applications from anyone who believes they fit the essential requirements of the job, irrespective of age; disability; sex, gender identity or sexual orientation; pregnancy, marital or parental status; race or ethnicity; or religion or belief.
We value gender equality and gender balance in our team, and particularly encourage applications from women.
We regret that we will only be able to reply to candidates who have been shortlisted for interviews, within ten days of the deadline. We thank you for your understanding.
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