12 month fixed term contract / full time
Location: The successful candidate may be based in a country where one of the independent National/Regional Greenpeace organisations (NRO’s) is located. See the locations here. [Please note that we are currently unable to host new staff in a number of NRO's at this present time, due to various restrictions. We are unable to support hosting in the US, in addition to some other NRO locations. The recruitment team may reach out to you to provide an update as necessary, depending on your location].
As the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Team Lead at Greenpeace International, you will play a pivotal role in driving the implementation of the JEDIS (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety) journey for GPI and the Greenpeace network (please note that the role is known internally as JEDIS Team Lead).
In this role you will act as a thought leader, convener, and catalyst for change, fostering a more just, equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization. By collaborating with internal stakeholders and leveraging internal and external expertise, you will contribute to the transformation of Greenpeace's culture and actively support achievement of our JEDIS commitments.
In this role you will:
Advance JEDIS Vision and Strategy:
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Ensure the continuous evolution and implementation of the JEDIS (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety) vision and strategy.
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Facilitate and drive conversations among stakeholders and leaders to instigate cultural shifts.
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Collaborate closely with internal and global stakeholder groups, to align strategies and foster a cohesive approach.
Support National and Regional Organizations (NROs):
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Form strategic partnerships with NROs to facilitate JEDIS implementation
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Advocate for the significance of JEDIS implementation with executive directors and senior management teams.
Support Community Building:
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Cultivate and ensure space for the growth of internal community groups, such as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
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Contribute to the creation of community spaces that encourage meaningful conversations and mutual support.
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Participate in community activities, potentially hosting and facilitating virtual JEDIS meetings and calls.
Team Management:
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Lead the JEDIS team with a supportive and empowering approach, emphasizing critical strategies.
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Collaborate with global teams and units to integrate JEDIS principles into broader organizational functions.
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Engage with external parties to bring in knowledge and implement shared practices.
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Effectively manage the budget allocated for JEDIS work, ensuring prudent allocation and transparency.
JEDIS Development:
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Continuously learn and gather feedback to refine and enhance the effectiveness of the JEDIS function.
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Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to further develop the JEDIS commitment within GPI and Global Function.
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Establish and adhere to accountability practices, regularly reporting to the IED, Board, and People Committee.
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Implement evidence-based mechanisms, including data collection and analysis, to inform strategic decisions.
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Build and curate a trusted resources library, fostering the accessibility and sharing of expertise across teams and communities.
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Establish a robust impact framework to measure and evaluate the effectiveness of JEDIS initiatives.
For further information about this role, please see the full job description by clicking HERE.
What we’re looking for:
Remember no one has every skill or experience needed for this role and you’ll have the opportunity to learn a lot from the team. We believe someone who has a few of these is well suited to exceed in this role:
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Demonstrated JEDIS (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Safety) experience
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Strong people management and project management skills.
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Track record in engaging with various communities of practice.
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Ability to build strong relationships and networks.
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Proven ability to work remotely with a virtual and diverse team.
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Virtual and on-site facilitation skills.
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Excellent communication and organizational skills.
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Digital literacy skills, familiarity with G-Suite, Slack, and Zoom is an advantage.
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Ability to demonstrate support for and belief in Greenpeace core aims & values.
Attitudes/Behaviours:
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Values diversity, trust, transparency, integrity.
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Inclusive behavior and cross-cultural sensitivity.
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Curious and solutions-oriented mindset.
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Systems change mindset.
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Self-driven and proactive.
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Actively seeks and provides feedback.
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Shares knowledge and practices active listening.
What you can expect:
You’ll be encouraged to develop both personally and professionally, taking advantage of the wide range of learning and development opportunities available to our staff. Staff can also access various wellbeing initiatives and also have the opportunity to join our global Equity, Diversity & Inclusion staff communities.
Please visit the careers site here, to learn more about working for Greenpeace.
To Apply
We welcome everyone to apply for our positions. We understand that some candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the criteria. However, we strongly encourage you to apply if you meet some of the key criteria for our roles. We’d love to know how your unique experience can bring value to our team. We believe in people power and having representation from many different communities to effect change.
If you share our vision, please click 'apply for this job' below, to begin your application.
To apply for this role, we require you to answer a selection of key criteria and upload your CV (in English) via our online application form.
Addressing the key criteria is an important part of your application. We will be looking for evidence that demonstrates your skills and experience in these areas. Use examples where possible, to draw attention to experience, knowledge, achievements and skills gained in past employment or voluntary/leisure activities, provided they are relevant to the post.
It’s advisable to prepare your responses to the key criteria before starting your online application, as you are unable to save and return to it at a later date.
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please email us at recruitment.int@greenpeace.org. Please note that all applications have to be filled out via the website and can't be submitted via this email.
Greenpeace International 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. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and would like to invite you especially to apply!
CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 9th January 2024, 23:59 (CEST)