Reef Project Manager

Job title: Reef Project Manager

Reporting to: Head of Program

Location: Sydney

Closing date: midnight Thurs 06 Aug

The Great Barrier Reef is in danger and needs your help. Proposed coal port expansion on the Reef would lead to millions of tonnes of seabed being ripped up and directly threaten a natural wonder that has already been severely damaged because of climate change. UNESCO have given the Australian Government 18 months to show that they are serious about protecting the Reef and we need an experienced project manager to lead our new international campaign to make sure that they live up to their responsibilities.

About the role:

This is a senior international role based within Greenpeace Australia Pacific.  The Reef Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful operation of the global Great Barrier Reef project. They will provide the strategic direction, management and leadership skills to support and direct the project in the development and implementation of innovative campaign strategies. The Reef project will be diverse and include engaging story-telling, mobilisation and highly effective political and business strategies across two campaign areas, climate and energy.

This full-time 18-month contract position is responsible for the planning, management, coordination and review of the project, including budget management for the project expenditure and income.

About us:

For over 40 years, Greenpeace has been at the forefront of the world’s most pressing environmental issues. These issues are global in nature and so are their solutions. With 26 independent national and regional offices worldwide covering operations in more than 55 countries, we work with communities across the world to achieve large-scale change. Greenpeace Australia Pacific has a mandate to defend the rich, diverse and fragile environments in the Australia Pacific region. We investigate and expose environmental abuse, hold decision-makers accountable, promote effective solutions and inspire others to create positive change.

How to apply:          

Applications close midnight Thurs 06 Aug and must address the responsibilities and competencies in the job description, available at www.greenpeace.org/australia/en/about/jobs/     

All applications should consist of a CV and a separate Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages. Note: Not all responsibilities and competencies need to be addressed; it is left to the discretion of the applicant which to focus on.

Please direct applications or enquiries to:

Human Resources

Recruitment.au@greenpeace.org

Greenpeace welcomes and values diversity of people, cultural experiences and perspectives. Through our campaigning, we create solutions that promote environmental sustainability rooted in social justice.