Political Adviser
(9 month fixed term contract / working full time)
Greenpeace stands for positive change through action:
the courage, independence and global reach to defend
nature and promote peace.
JOB PACK
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Thank you for your interest in applying for this new Political Adviser role. We hope that this pack
gives you an insight into us and our work, plus details of the job and the people you’ll be working
with. Everyone who works for Greenpeace is passionate about what we’re trying to achieve. We
have big ambitions for our work and we believe it’s an immensely rewarding and inspiring place to
work.
WHO WE ARE
Greenpeace stands for positive change through action. We investigate, expose and confront
environmental abuse by governments and corporations around the world.
We champion
environmentally responsible and socially just solutions, including scientific and technological
innovation.
Greenpeace UK is part of a truly global campaigning movement. With almost 3 million financial
supporters around the world, and a presence in 46 countries, we work where we will have the
biggest global impact. From China to Brazil, Indonesia to the United States and – uniquely – on
the high seas, Greenpeace works to defend the natural world and promote peace.
Globally, our priority campaigns are the prevention of climate change, the protection of the
world’s ancient forests and defending our oceans from the threat of over exploitation. Right now
we are running our most ambitious campaign for decades, the Protection of the High Arctic from
over industrialisation. This is an exciting, but immensely challenging campaign, and it makes it
an important time to boost financial support for Greenpeace’s work.
Greenpeace UK employs approximately 80 people at its offices in Canonbury Villas, Islington.
Staff work in areas as diverse as campaigns, media, fundraising, mobilisation, administration,
finance, personnel and direct actions.
The Greenpeace office has been purpose-designed and
aims to provide the best possible working conditions on an environmentally sound basis. We
have a vegetarian café four days/week serving organic food for staff and visitors.
Greenpeace currently has over 100,000 supporters in the UK and is funded by supporter
subscriptions and donations from individuals.
Greenpeace does not accept corporate or
government donations, to maintain our independence and enable us to campaign without fear of
compromise.
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THE POLITICAL UNIT
The Political unit provides expert advice to campaign teams on the development and
implementation of political strategies to help achieve Greenpeace campaign goals. The Unit
maintains key relationships with senior figures across the political spectrum, as well as an overview
of corporate relationships as they evolve across campaigns. The Unit keeps abreast of political
developments as they might affect Greenpeace’s work, spotting risks and opportunities and
building these into our longer-term planning. The Unit works with the mobilisation and fund-raising
teams to develop engagement plans that build our resources and supporter-base whilst increasing
our political reach and relevance. Unit staff also work actively with Greenpeace offices around the
world to build our capacity and to help develop international political strategies that deliver on our
shared objectives.
THE POST OF POLITICAL ADVISER
This is a temporary position, based on a 9 month fixed term contract working full time working
hours.
This position is based within our Islington, London office.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for someone who is fascinated by politics (not necessarily policy!) and wants to use
their skills, experience and energy to put the protection of the environment at the heart of decisionmaking. They will need to be savvy but not cynical, out-going, clear-headed and well-connected.
They will join a dynamic campaigning organisation where information flow is central to our success
- so they will need to be to be able to sustain relationships under pressure, and work well in teams.
They will love elections, geek out over polling, but will also be comfortable talking to a wide variety
of contacts in politics, business, civil society and the media.
A passion for Greenpeace’s mission, and knowledge of or interest in the environmental sector is
essential.
You will find further requirements listed in the person specification.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Political Adviser
DEPARTMENT:
Programme, Political Unit
GRADE:
3
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Politics
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OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB:
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To support campaigners to develop and implement political strategies for their projects.
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To support the work of the Political Director and the Chief Scientist in developing and
advocating policies to political and civil society audiences, including working with other
NGOS.
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To maintain an overview of political time-tables, processes and events in the UK and
communicate these effectively to the Political Unit, News Team and relevant campaigners.
4.
To plan Greenpeace’s attendance and presence at Party Conferences and similar event.s
5.
To develop links with relevant actors in the political arena, including (where appropriate)
special advisers, senior politicians and key civil servants.
6.
As required, to contribute to the development and implementation of international political
strategies as part of the wider network of Greenpeace political staff.
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As required, to represent Greenpeace to the outside world at meetings, to the media and at
other fora as appropriate.
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
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POLITICAL WORK
(a) Support the development and implementation of political strategies as part of campaign project
work in consultation with relevant project team staff.
(b) Develop and communicate internally an overview of political events/processes useful to
political, campaign and media planning, including Parliamentary debates/questions, Ministerial
meetings and announcements.
(c) Plan Greenpeace’s attendance and profile at party conferences in the UK.
(d) Lobby the United Kingdom (UK) Government to secure political action.
(e) Build a political profile for Greenpeace’s campaigns through development of key contacts.
Ensure a Greenpeace presence at networking events.
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(f) Work with MPs, including through Select Committees, and MEPs to promote Greenpeace’s
campaign demands.
(g) As appropriate and with guidance of media team, develop and maintain relationships with
journalists where this will help advance Greenpeace’s political and campaign goals and
increase its profile.
(h) Act as project manager for delegated projects and work closely with team campaign staff in
furtherance of priority campaign objectives.
(i) Work with other campaign staff in Greenpeace, especially the EU office, exchanging
information and ensuring continuity of approach in political work.
(j) Gather relevant intelligence from Whitehall, Westminster, Brussels , devolved institutions and
other relevant bodies in collaboration with other staff.
(k) Manage external consultants undertaking project work as and when required.
(l) Research specific campaign areas producing reports/briefings on results.
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ADMINISTRATION
(a) Undertake own administrative work, maintain efficient records and be generally "self-servicing".
(b) Take responsibility for appropriate information systems, as necessary, to ensure effective
functioning of political work.
(c) Take responsibility for Unit and project finances as delegated.
(d) Undertake any other duties as appropriate to the post and as delegated by the Political Director.
NOTE: Greenpeace expects all its employees to have a full commitment to the organisation’s equal
opportunities and health and safety policies and have acceptance of personal responsibility for their
practical application.
PERSON DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Political Adviser
DEPARTMENT:
Programme, Political Unit
GRADE:
3
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Politics
Political
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In-depth knowledge and interest in politics. Knowledge of relevant United Kingdom (UK),
European Union (EU) fora essential.
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Experience of political lobbying at a senior national or international level
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Experience of development of successful political strategies in association with campaign work
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Personal portfolio of senior contacts within relevant UK/EU political fora
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Ability to identify and exploit political opportunities
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Awareness of how political intelligence and political function can benefit campaign work
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Experience of working with Parliamentary processes
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Understanding of media/political relationships and contacts with relevant journalists
Team Membership
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Experience of and preference for team working
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Ability to work constructively and co-operatively with other team members
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Ability to maintain strong team relationships and open communication when working at speed
and under pressure
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Ability to work through conflict constructively with others
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Ability to recognise own and other strengths and weaknesses
Communications
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Ability to establish and maintain effective contacts and relationships with senior and influential
external individuals and bodies
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Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with a wide range of people both verbally and
in writing
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Ability to communicate clearly in face to face meetings and in difficult circumstances
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Ability to convey information, both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences
Organisation
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Experience in setting up and maintaining effective administration and information systems
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Ability to plan organise and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines
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Ability to be generally self-servicing
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Ability to use a word processor and maintain office administration systems
Personal Qualities
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Active interest in politics and current affairs
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Personal belief in and support for the aims and activities of Greenpeace
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Ability to respond to fast changing circumstances
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Ability to be self-motivated, resolute and determined
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A high level of initiative
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Ability to keep calm under pressure
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Willingness to work on a wide variety of issues
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Willingness to work unsocial hours as required
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
PAY
The post of Political Adviser is graded on Greenpeace Grade 3 and the salary scale for a 37.5 hour
week is as follows:
Point
Salary per annum
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£34,992
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£36,132
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£37,272
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£38,484
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£39,708
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£40,968
The commencing salary will be appointed on point 13, £34,992 per annum pro rata. Increments are
awarded each January subject to satisfactory service and at least six months in post/grade. Any
relevant cost of living increases are normally applied, subject to Board approval, in January each
year. Salaries are paid mid-monthly via bank credit transfer.
WORKING HOURS
The full time working week is currently 37.5 hours. There may be occasions when these hours are
exceeded and unsocial hours working may be required. Overtime is not paid, but time off in lieu
can be negotiated with your line manager.
LEAVE
Annual leave is 25 days per year plus one additional day for every full year of employment up to a
maximum of 7 additional days for fulltime staff. Leave is calculated on a pro-rata basis for part time
staff.
We also offer generous parental and special leave.
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PENSION SCHEME
Greenpeace runs a ‘contributory’ Pension Scheme held with Aviva for the benefit of its employees,
with optional ‘Salary Sacrifice’. Greenpeace contributes 8.5% of your basic salary, provided
employees contribute at least 3%.
From 1st August 2014 the government requires employers to automatically enroll eligible workers
into a workplace pension scheme. The option to opt out is possible.
Further details about the Pension Scheme, the option of ‘Salary Sacrifice’ plus the government
auto-enrolment scheme, will be made available to the successful candidate.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD
All new employees will be required to undertake a period of probation for six months, in which time
you will be expected to establish your suitability for the post. At the end of this period and subject
to a satisfactory performance you will be transferred to the established staff.
RELOCATION EXPENSES
Greenpeace offers assistance towards relocation expenses in certain cases. If you think you might
require such assistance you should raise this with the HR unit if you are offered the position.
LOANS
Greenpeace offers an interest free season ticket loan. Loans can also be obtained for the
purchase of a bicycle to be used for travel to and from work.
LIFE ASSURANCE
Greenpeace offers a life assurance scheme covering death incurred during employment. Further
details about these benefits will be provided if appointed.
TRADE UNION MEMBERSHIP
Greenpeace recognises the Unite Union. The Union has sole consultation rights within Greenpeace
for terms and conditions of employment and other matters concerning staff. Greenpeace
encourages all employees to join the union.
FLEXIBLE WORKING
Greenpeace will consider applications for flexible working arrangements. For further information
please ask the Human Resources department for the policy.
Greenpeace will enable as many jobs to be open to job sharing as is operationally practicable.
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LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Greenpeace is committed to the learning and development of all staff members. Training needs are
highlighted through the annual appraisal scheme and development needs are continuously
reviewed. As part of this we offer a combination of in house and external training opportunities
throughout the year.
Greenpeace also offers study leave for courses related to your work and assistance is available for
relevant further education qualifications. For further information on learning and development
opportunities please speak to the Human Resources Team.
CHILDCARE VOUCHERS
Greenpeace provides childcare vouchers as part of a salary sacrifice scheme to eligible employees
offering tax and National Insurance savings on monthly salaries. Full details will be provided upon
request if appointed.
CYCLE TO WORK SCHEME
Greenpeace runs a Cycle to Work Scheme through www.cyclescheme.co.uk which offers eligible
staff a tax-effective method of obtaining a bicycle for travel to work. Full details will be provided
upon request if appointed.
POLITICAL REPRESENTATION
Greenpeace is a non-party political organisation and it is important for its future that this should
remain the case. It is, therefore, a condition of employment that employees shall not normally
stand for any official position within a political party.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your CV, a covering letter and the monitoring form by the closing date via email
to: [email protected] or fax to 0207 865 8201 or post to: Human Resources,
Greenpeace, Canonbury Villas, London, N1 2PN.
We also ask that all applications complete the monitoring form here.
CLOSING DATE: 9am Monday 30th June 2014
INTERVIEWS: w/c 7th July 2014
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Your CV should outline your skills and experience, and include contact details of two
referees. We will not take up references until a job offer has been made.
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Your covering letter is the most important part of your application. It should be used to tell
us how you meet the selection criteria listed on the person specification. Draw particular
attention to experience, skills, achievements and knowledge gained in past employment or
other activities which are relevant to the job. It may be easiest to use the headings relating
to the requirements detailed in the person specification and demonstrate how you meet
them. Please ensure your covering letter is no more than 4 pages long (4 sides of A4).
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The monitoring form helps us to monitor the effectiveness of our Equal Opportunities
Policy.
We regret that we are unable to acknowledge receipt of your application but should you wish to
confirm it has been received, please telephone the HR Department on 020 7865 8271. As we
receive a large number of applications for our advertised vacancies we are unable to respond to
those applicants who have not been shortlisted and we apologise for this in advance. If you do not
hear from us within a week of the closing date please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Greenpeace is an equal opportunities employer. Our recruitment procedures are carried out in
accordance with equal opportunities principles and selection is based on how well applicants meet
the objective criteria stated as the requirements for the job. We welcome applications from
individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, social background, age, marital status or sexual
orientation.
Applicants with disabilities and special needs
If you have a disability, which you would like us to take into account, please tell us about this when
you apply. Please let us know if we can help and remember that you can request information in
large print or in a different format.
Complaints
Any applicant who feels that s/he has been unfairly discriminated against during the recruitment
process is invited to write to the Executive Director with details. Complaints will be fully investigated.
This does not affect the right to complain to an Employment Tribunal in any way.
The Equality & Human Rights Commission are available to give advice, information and assistance in
employment matters relating to equal opportunities.
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ASYLUM & IMMIGRATION CHECKS (Guidance for Applicants)
Before anyone starts work with Greenpeace we have a legal obligation to confirm that they are
eligible to work in the United Kingdom. This check must be carried out on every potential new
employee, regardless of their nationality.
In order for us to determine whether you are eligible to work in the U.K. You will need to produce
either of the following documents at the interview:
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1 Document from list 1 – any original document or;
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2 Documents from list 2 (combination 1) – A document listed in group A confirming your
national insurance number plus any B-H or;
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2 Documents from list 2 (combination 2) A document listed in group A from Work
Permits UK Plus and either document from list B-C (Please do not bring photocopies as they are
not acceptable forms of evidence)
List 1
Any one of these documents will confirm eligibility to work in the UK
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A passport showing that you are a British citizen, or have a right of abode in the United
Kingdom.
A national passport or national identity card showing that you are a national of a European
Economic Area country or Switzerland
A residence permit issued by the Home Office to a national from an EEA country or
Switzerland.
A passport or other document issued by the Home Office which has an endorsement
stating that you have a current right of residence in the United Kingdom as the family
member of a national from an EEA country or Switzerland who is resident in the UK.
A passport or other travel document endorsed to show that you can stay indefinitely in the
UK, or have no time limit on your stay.
An Application Registration Card issued by the Home to an asylum seeker stating that you
are permitted to take employment.
List 2
Documents that confirm eligibility to work in the UK. They must be produced in
combination. You must produce document A and one other document from either the first
or second box. We cannot accept one document from the first combination and one from
the second.
First combination
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A. A document giving your permanent National Insurance Number and name. This
could be a P45, P60, National Insurance card, or a letter from a Government agency.
Along with producing a document giving your National Insurance Number, you must also
produce one of the following documents listed in section B-H:
B. a full birth certificate issued in the United Kingdom, which includes the names of your
parents
C. a birth certificate issued in the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man or Ireland
D. a certificate of registration or naturalization stating that you are a British citizen
E. a letter issued by the Home Office to you which indicates that you can stay indefinitely in
the United Kingdom, or have no time limit on your stay
F. an Immigration Status Document issued by the Home Office to you with an endorsement
indicating that you can stay indefinitely in the United Kingdom, or have no time limit on
your stay
G. a letter issued by the Home Office to you which indicates that you can stay in the United
Kingdom, and this allows you to do the type of work you have applied for
H. an Immigration Status Document issued by the Home Office to you with an endorsement
indicating that you can stay in the United Kingdom, and this allows you to do the type of
work you have applied for.
Second combination
A. A work permit or other approval to take employment that has been issued by Work
Permits UK
Along with a document issued by Work Permits UK, you should also check and copy
one of the following documents listed at B-C:
B. A passport or other travel document endorsed to show that you are able to stay in the
United Kingdom and can take the work permit employment in question
C. a letter issued by the Home Office to you confirming that you are able to stay in the UK
and take the work permit employment in question.
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GREENPEACE (UK) BOARD
FUNDRAISING DIRECTOR
HEAD OF SUPPORTER DEVELOPMENT
(Retention and Development)
GP UK ORGANISATIONAL CHART - June 2014
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
POLICY DIRECTOR/CHIEF SCIENTIST
ORGANISATIONAL STRATEGIST
EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR / EVENTS ASSISTANT
PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
PROGRAMME PLANNING CO-ORDINATOR
ORGANISATIONAL DIRECTOR
HEAD OF NEWS
HEAD OF FINANCE
PROGRAMME ADVISER (CLIMATE)
DEPUTY HEAD OF NEWS
FINANCE ANALYST
SENIOR ADVISER - BIODIVERSITY
ASSISTANT PRESS OFFICER
ACCOUNTS OFFICER
HOTFLEETS - CORPORATE LEADER
PRESS OFFICERS
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
OFFICER
DIRECT MARKETING MANAGER
COMMS & RETENTION FUNDRAISER
DIRECTOR OF LOGISTICS
ACTIVIST CO-ORDINATOR
ACTIONS & OUTREACH ADMIN
COORDINATOR
ACTIONS CO-ORDINATORS
DONOR DEVELOPMENT FUNDRAISER
ACTIONS CREATOR (job share)
SUPPORTER SERVICES MANAGER
HEAD OF POLITICS
LOGISTICS MANAGER
SUPPORTER CARE & RETENTION OFFICERS
POLITICAL ADVISER
HEAD OF IMAGES
HEAD OF IS
LOGISTICIAN
VIDEO EDITOR
SUPPORTER SERVICES INFORMATION OFFICERS
INFRASTRUCTURE
SPECIALIST
CAMPAIGNS RESEARCHER & ANALYST
PICTURE EDITOR
OUTREACH UNIT MANAGER
TECHNICAL SPECIALIST/
SUPPORT CO-ORDINATOR
DIGITAL SUPPORTER ENGAGEMENT OFFICER
HEAD OF CAMPAIGNS
DEPUTY HEAD OF CAMPAIGNS
HEAD OF SUPPORTER RECRUITMENT
(Recruitment)
RECRUITMENT MANAGER
PROGRAMME ADVISER
NETWORK DEVELOPERS
HEAD OF MOBILISATION
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ONLINE CAMPAIGNERS
IT TRAINER/SUPPORT
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OFFICE MANAGER
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MANAGER
CAMPAIGNERS
HEAD OF PLANNING & INSIGHT
DIGITAL NETWORK DEVELOPER
NIGHT SECURITY
OFFICER
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
ASSISTANT CAMPAIGNER
HEAD OF ARTWORK & EDITORIAL
GPI STAFF:
Based in Exeter
GPI HEAD OF SCIENCE UNIT
SUPPORTER FULFILMENT CO-ORDINATOR
ART AND EDITORIAL CO-ORDINATORS
SUPPORTER RELATIONSHIP ANALYST
RESEARCH TEAM ADMINISTRATOR
TEAM LEADER (OCEANS)
HEAD OF PEOPLE & CULTURE
CAMPAIGNERS
SENIOR HR ADVISER
GPI SENIOR SCIENTISTS
DATA FUNDRAISING OFFICER
PRINT BUYER
GPI SCIENTISTS
SUPPORTER JOURNEY PLANNING MANAGER
HR ADMINISTRATOR
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MONSTER BOATS COORDINATOR
TRUST FUNDRAISING OFFICER
HIGH VALUE FUNDRAISER
TEAM LEADER (ENERGY)
AMAZON PROJECT LEADER
CAMPAIGNERS
GPUS TRAINING DIRECTOR
SENIOR STRATEGIST
GPI UNIT HEAD - OCEANS
GPI SAGE CAMPAIGNER
MAJOR DONOR FUNDRAISER
GPI WOOD MARKETS
SENIOR CAMP / TSW TEAM LEADER
KEY SUPPORTER ADMINISTRATOR
HEAD OF TRUSTS & FOUNDATIONS
HEAD OF ENERGYDESK
CAMPAIGN MOB CO-ORDINIATOR
GPI: GREENPEACE INTERNATIONAL STAFF (Based in GPUK Office)
(POLAR)
GPI POLAR COMMS MANAGER
UNIVERSE PROJECT DIRECTOR GPI OCEANS CAMPAIGNER
EU ENERGY & CLIMATE REPORTER
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GPI ASSISTANT to IPD
GLOBAL OIL LEADER
GPI HEAD OF DONOR ACQUISITION
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INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALIST
GPI CLIMATE CAMPAIGNER
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