Internship - Fundraising

In order to maintain our independence Greenpeace does not accept donations from government or business. This means we are entirely funded by the generous donations of our individual supporters. Moreover our power as an organization comes from the fact that when we advocate for the well being of the environment we do so with the support of our supporters; decision makers are compelled to hear what we have to say. We have an important role in educating our supporters about the urgent issues we work on, offering them solutions and inspiring them to act with us.

Position overview

You will work on the internal fundraiser’s communication platform (The Bar) to provide the offices around the globe with information and the opportunity to exchange their experiences.

The Bar vision

The fundraising team goal is to deliver experiences of Greenpeace and our campaigns that truly engage our supporters. The Bar looks to develop a sense of belonging and community. Each supporter feels like a member of Greenpeace team and that their individual support counts. On the Bar, each Fundraiser can share the best practices and build a real Fundraising skills share references area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans with The Bar team to drive greater use of the intranet and newsletters for sharing of skills
• Prepare and implement plans for ensuring the site has interesting, useful, recent content
• Keep regular contact with each office for updates
• Quality control checking of content uploaded by other users and correcting or following up for additional information
• Act as first contact point for enquiries and assistance from intranet users
• Provide an enthusiastic welcome, training, support and encouragement to new users
• Work with the web developer to fix bugs and improve the site
• Produce the monthly e-newsletter so it is as engaging and informative as possible

Job description

Hours: 37.5/week
Duration: 6 months minimum

Greenpeace International employs more than 250 staff, from all corners of the globe, all dedicated to meeting the professional standards expected of the world's leading campaigning organisation for the environment. From our Amsterdam office we lead global campaigns and provide strategic support to our national and regional offices, funded by millions of members worldwide. All our interns will work closely with a manager who has experience and vital skills that you will learn.

We expect a high standard of commitment, professionalism and a positive attitude from our interns. In return we organise a work-station, regular catch-ups with the other interns and the opportunity for professional development. Your manager will meet you when you first start to discuss your learning requirements and the skills you would like to attain for future employment.

Required professional skills

• Fluent in written and spoken English (preference for a second language (Spanish, German, French, Italian…)
• Strategic thinking and marketing experience
• Passion for the work of Greenpeace
• Excellent computer skills with MS Office applications, design software (Photoshop, InDesign, publisher…), HTML editing, previous experience in writing online communication would be useful
• Highly developed proficiency in internet use
• Good organisational abilities/ project management

Preferred skills

• Self-confident, focused, pro-active and result oriented
• Highly stress resistance
• Flexible attitude to constantly shifting work priorities
• Self-motivated team player & excellent communicator

This internship is unpaid, and you are responsible for covering your own travel and housing but you will be able to participate in trainings such as corporate campaigning, non-violent direct action, media relations, materials production and grassroots outreach.

Please send your application before October 2, 2013 to marjolein.van.de.paverd@greenpeace.org.