Greenpeace (GP) is a non-governmental global campaigning network, which uses peaceful, creative actions to expose global environmental issues, and develop solutions for a green and peaceful future.

 

A good storyteller with multimedia expertise can help bring positive change to society!

Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world and create change. Greenpeace East Asia is recruiting a Communication Officer to support our campaign project with on and offline platforms communications expertise. This position requires strong specialized skills and experience in communications-related areas, including knowledge of traditional and digital media, great project management skills, and the ability to create and pitch compelling stories to enhance Greenpeace’s ability in news-making and building public support.

 

We are looking for qualified applicants to take this post. Core duties will include:

 

• Identify opportunities for proactive and reactive communications in traditional, new media and social media
• Coordinate and execute cohesive, creative and effective communications strategies with appealing storytelling to increase the visibility and credibility of Greenpeace campaigns in traditional, new media and social media
• Work with agencies, designers and vendors to produce high-quality content, creative tools and databases for effective communications
• Handle press enquiries and respond to public inquiries about campaign issues and other organisational matters including crisis management

 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and/or Communication
• At least 2 years of related experience, preferably as a Journalist in the media industry
• Fluency in written and spoken English, written Chinese, Mandarin and Cantonese
• Strong strategic, research and analytical abilities
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and meet tight deadlines, including a flexible mindset regarding working hours;
• Commitment to, and demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team;
• Commitment to the mission, principles and values of Greenpeace.

 

Fringe benefits:

• 15 days of Annual Leave (increase of one day of annual leave each year starting from the third year of employment, with a maximum limit of 20 days)
• Medical & life insurance 
• Work from home policy
• 3 years contract (with the possibility to be renewed) 

 

 

 

 

 

This is a 3-year contract subject to renewal. Interested parties, please submit your cover letter and resume to explain your motivation to apply for the position by clicking Apply Now.

Greenpeace is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees, regardless of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, race, religion, romantic inclination, or any other characteristics unrelated to the performance of the job. Selection will be in accordance with objective, job-related criteria and the appointment will be on the basis of applicant’s merits and abilities.

(All information collected for recruitment purpose only)