Greenpeace Australia Pacific Limited (GPAP) is seeking to appoint 2 (two) new directors at the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM).

GPAP’s Board is dedicated to upholding GPAP’s values, mission and purpose. These are critical as we work to project a compelling vision of an earth capable of nurturing life in all of its magnificent diversity and use our strengths to bring down the vested interests of the fossil fuel order that stand in the way.

About GPAP

Greenpeace is the leading independent environmental campaigning organisation that uses non-violent direct action and creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems and promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future. Greenpeace's goal is to ensure the ability of the earth to nurture life in all its diversity.

GPAP is the national/regional Greenpeace organisation for the Australia Pacific region. We operate in Australia, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Cook Islands, Western Samoa, American Samoa, Vanuatu, Kiribati, Tuvalu, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Belau (Palau), Guam, French Polynesia, New Caledonia, Tokelau, Commonwealth of the Marianna. Our head office is based in Gadi/Sydney. For more information about our operations go to https://www.greenpeace.org.au.

GPAP's Values

• Independence: We do not accept money from governments, corporations or political parties because it would compromise our core values.
• Bearing witness: Our peaceful protests work to raise awareness and bring public opinion to bear on decision-makers.
• Non-violent direct action: We strongly believe that violence in any form is morally wrong and accomplishes nothing. Greenpeace takes non-violent direct action at the point of an environmental crime to expose an environmental problem.

GPAP is a charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not for Profits Commission (ACNC). It has an annual turnover of approximately $28 million (YE 2022). Our annual financial reports are available on the ACNC’s website at Greenpeace Australia Pacific Limited | ACNC.

About the Position

The GPAP Board is above all else the guarantor of the integrity of the organisation. GPAP Board Directors are appointed for a 3-year term, with the option of re-appointment for a second 3-year term.

Amongst other things, the GPAP Board is expected to exercise the following key responsibilities:  

• Ensure that GPAP’s mission is clear, appropriate and maintains relevance as circumstances change;
• Guidance for setting the strategic direction of GPAP;
• Continuously monitor GPAP’s programmes and activities to ensure they are aligned with GPAP’s mission and achieve their short-term goals and long-term purpose;
• Ensure executive performance by setting objectives and performance indicators for the CEO and regularly reviewing their performance;
• Ensure that GPAP obtains and appropriately uses the resources required to carry out GPAP’s mission and sustain it;
• Be satisfied as to the adequacy and integrity of financial and other reporting to the Board and that there are adequate systems of internal control; 
• Be satisfied that systems for identification and management of risks are robust and appropriate;
• Comply with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) Governance Standards; and 
• Have an Australian Director Identification Number: Nominees can only be elected to the Board at the AGM if they have a valid director ID. Please note, there can be a substantial wait time for those applying from outside Australia so nominees must apply for a Director ID before filling out their EOI to join the Board, to begin the application process in time for the May 25th AGM. If you do not have a Director ID, you will need to email proof of application to company.secretary.au@greenpeace.org, upon applying for this role.

Board Meeting Schedule & Attendance Expectations

• The GPAP Board meeting schedule is comprised of at least six (6) times per year convened on a week day; and several additional shorter meetings.
• Approximately 4 times per year a meeting will be face-to-face, however, all meetings are hybrid (online/in-person) capable. In 2024 at least 1 of the face-to-face meetings will be held in Naarm/Melbourne.
• For in-person meetings, all expenses for the Board meeting will be covered by GPAP (including travel, meals and accommodation). 
• For in-person GPAP Board meetings, the Directors have dinner together the evening before the meeting.
• It is essential that all applicants have sufficient time to effectively commit to GPAP Board work (as a guide approximately 15 to 20 hours per month).

Board Committees & Working Groups

There are 7 Board committees and working groups currently including:

1. Finance and Audit Committee.
2. Nominations Committee.
3. Philanthropy Working Group.
4. Risk Working Group
5. Cyber Security Working Group.
6. Generational Vision Working Group (long-term planning group).
7. Indigenous Peoples Advisory Group

Board members are expected to participate in two of those committees/working groups. 

General Assembly

Every GPAP Board member is required to be a member of the GPAP General Assembly (GA), which comprises the membership of GPAP. To apply for the Board a candidate must already be a member of the GA or make an application to join the GA. You can apply to be a GA member here.

Board applicants are encouraged to consider as part of their application in the event their board application is unsuccessful if they wish to withdraw their GA application. The GA are the voting membership of GPAP and meets once (1) per year.

Selection Criteria

About You

The skills we are looking for in this recruitment round are:

1. Finance Experience: You are proficient in reading and evaluating financial statements and financial management reports. You have experience in budgeting and long-term forecasting of revenue and expenditure. You can demonstrate experience in financial risk management. You are familiar with different revenue (business) models and the interrelatedness of non-financial factors to the success of the model. You have previous experience with Finance and Audit committees and an understanding of fundraising as it relates to finance.
2. Marketing Experience: You have extensive experience in developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating fundraising/sales and marketing strategies that drive business growth, leads, loyalty and/or engagement that leads to growth. You are familiar with audience and segmentation strategies and are ideally digitally focused. You have experience in cultivating brand health.
3. Campaigning and/or Ecological/Science Experience: You have experience in developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating a campaign or a program of campaigns. You have a background in strategy development that takes account of trends in politics, economy, culture and society. And/or you have experience in positions that require the application of ecology or environmental sciences.

You will be asked to nominate which of these skills is your primary skill in the recruitment process.

You must also be able to: 

• Fully commit to our mission, goal and values;
• Display leadership;
• Work collaboratively and cooperatively; and
• Speak up and ask the hard questions.

Intersectional Climate Justice

We recognise the disproportionate impact of environmental issues on marginalised individuals and communities, both globally and locally. As an organisation, we firmly believe in the necessity for meaningful inclusion of these communities in discussions and decision-making processes, going beyond mere representation. We strongly encourage Pasifika and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders to apply. With skills in 1 (one) of the above areas, we are seeking:

• Pasifika Peoples: Ideally a resident of the Pacific Islands (candidates in Australia will be considered) with deep regional ties, capable of travel and time away from home, including across the Pacific and in Australia. An understanding of Greenpeace, activism, national and international government processes, and environmental challenges in the Pacific is desired.
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples: You will bring your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage and an in-depth understanding of environmental issues as they affect Indigenous peoples, to support and strengthen GPAP’s internal understanding, capacity, and knowledge.

How to Apply

Candidates should make their application via the form below. Please upload an abbreviated resume (2 pages max) in PDF format. 

Please note that the Short Professional Bio you provide in the application form and your LinkedIn profile will be reviewed by the General Assembly.

If you are not already a member of the General Assembly, you must also apply for membership using this General Assembly Application Form.

All applications must be received by Midnight Thursday 29th February 2024 AEDT. Upon assessment of applications, the GPAP Nominations Committee will seek to recommend suitable candidates to the GPAP Board and GA. A recruitment decision will be made by vote of the current General Assembly at the GPAP Annual General Meeting, scheduled for 25 May 2024.

Justice and Belonging

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognise that individuals from underrepresented groups, including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Pasifika peoples, People of Colour, women, non-binary and gender diverse individuals, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people living with a disability, may face unique barriers in the job application process. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Your unique experiences and perspectives contribute to the richness of our team. We value and celebrate diversity, and we are excited to welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Although this is a voluntary position, for candidates who would require financial compensation, remuneration can be discussed with the Remuneration Committee during the interview process.

GPAP is committed to making reasonable adjustments for candidates with access needs during the recruitment and selection process. If you require adjustments or the RecruiterFlow platform poses an issue for you, please contact GPAP's Company Secretary at company.secretary.au@greenpeace.org.

Note the following indicative timeline for recruitment: