Greenpeace is an independent campaigning organisation, which uses peaceful, creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems, and develop solutions for a green and peaceful future.

THE TEAM

The Greenpeace Australia Pacific (GPAP) Program department is responsible for fighting against the planet’s enemies. The primary goal of GPAP is to bring down the might of the fossil fuel order; this team’s job is to run campaigns that fulfil this goal. Whether it’s stopping a huge new dangerous coal mine, taking the fight of the Pacific to the world’s biggest stages, or pushing huge corporations to ditch coal, you’ll be working on campaigns we believe will make the world safer and more just.

THE ROLE

GPAP is looking for a Head of Creative Confrontation to lead the creation, development, and implementation of the creative confrontation ventures that support our campaign objectives. This role manages projects across teams and works closely with talented experts in their fields - including top level campaigners, specialist investigators, and brilliant communicators and storytellers - to unify their skill sets and amplify their creativity to help us win!

The Head of Creative Confrontation works across a huge range of different domains, from classic GPAP ‘actions’ involving boats, climbs, and banners, to field investigations and research, and in the innovative digital space. The role also involves building and maintaining a network of specialists, advisors, contractors, and creatives, and requires the know-how to draw on external expertise to make things happen.

The Head of Creative Confrontation also organises and manages people in complex and often tense situations, and requires a high awareness of risk and the consequences of actions, as well as how to mitigate risk where possible.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We’re looking for a practical creative - someone who can think imaginatively about campaigns and creative confrontation, and also see their ideas through to implementation. You’ll have a great understanding of technology and innovation, and have a vision for what the future of GPAP actions could look like, including in the digital space. This role is best suited for someone who loves teamwork and bringing people together to work for a shared goal, including those from your team and external providers.

We’re also looking for someone who understands campaign strategy and power dynamics, and recognises the incredible impacts of people power and crew engagement. This role could be an especially great fit for someone from the creative sector, or with a technology and innovation background.

You’ll also have:

• An excellent understanding of the political and legal systems;
• A solid knowledge of research, and familiarity with desktop and field research;
• The understanding and ability to analyse the risk and legal ramifications of creative confrontations, and thorough knowledge of WHS regulations;
• The ability to facilitate and lead groups in stressful situations;
• Great presentation and reporting skills;
• The desire to use technology and insights to deliver diverse and engaging confrontations;
• Budget management experience;
• The ability to use drones, communication equipment and other technical devices that might be relevant for our work;
• Prop-building skills, and experience working with boats and trailers; and
• A current driving license (required).

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• An opportunity to work at a global organisation with international reach, and connect with our networks across the world;
• Access to an amazing range of assets, including boats, climb gear, innovative comms technology, digital platforms, an assortment of amazing props, and the space to build and create;
• Amazing learning and development opportunities and the scope to work on a broad range of different projects;
• A great work-life balance including 35 hour work week, health allowance, integrity framework and generous leave conditions including equal parental leave; and
• A culture that celebrates inclusivity and diversity.

Salary $101,057.76 per annum + Superannuation.

HOW TO APPLY

Greenpeace is an equal opportunity employer with a longstanding commitment of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual. We recognise and value the benefits and strengths that diversity brings to our employees and the whole organisation and we thrive in an environment that encourages respect and trust.

To apply for this role please submit a CV (of no more than 3 pages) and a separate Cover Letter (of no more than 1 page) detailing your suitability for the role.

Note: Not all responsibilities and competencies listed in the Job Description need to be addressed; it is left to the discretion of the applicant which to focus on.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have current working rights for Australia.

We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

A position description is attached.