Greenpeace exists because this fragile earth deserves a voice. It needs solutions. It needs change. It needs action. Greenpeace Africa is a growing movement of people acting in protection of the environment. Our campaigns use peaceful, creative confrontation to expose environmental injustices around the world and develop solutions for a green and peaceful future.
Greenpeace is an International NGO founded in 1971, when a small boat of volunteers and journalists sailed into Amchitka, an area north of Alaska where the US government was conducting underground nuclear tests. It was an act of rebellion against seemingly impossible odds. Greenpeace Africa became a registered NGO in 2008. The Head Office is in South Africa and registered Hubs in Kenya, Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon and Senegal.
At this critical time in our planet’s future, Greenpeace Africa seeks to appoint.
GPAf seeks African candidates who have the requisite skills, knowledge, experience and influence to drive forward the aims and objectives of GPAf. The new members should be able to complement the current board, bring fresh viewpoints and open doors to funders.
The selection process is open to anyone who shares Greenpeace’s core values and is genuinely willing and able to serve on the board on a voluntary basis with no remuneration. Board appointments are for three years which may be renewable thereafter. The Board has 3 scheduled Board meetings and 1 AGM annually. Where the meetings are in-person, all costs related thereto will be covered. There may be ad hoc meetings scheduled for specific purposes or due to urgency.
We encourage regional balance and diversity and in terms of gender, youth and international language.
- Potential Greenpeace Voting Members should have the competencies and expertise listed below:
- Understanding of and alignment with Greenpeace’s mission, vision and values
- Experience in non-governmental organizations governance and board experience
- Committed to the field of environmental justice, social justice, climate urgency
- Influential with high-level networks in Africa and African institutions such as continental, and
regional institutions, CSOs - Knowledge in project management, change management and Organizational Development
- Sound knowledge of Africa geo-political and policy environment
- Integrated planning, strategic planning and operational planning
- Sound knowledge in fundraising strategies in Africa
- Risk assessment expert or forecaster
- Sound knowledge of the private sector
- Understanding of board operations
- Strong writing and research skills
- Public relations/Communications expert
- Finance, accounting and financial management
- Human resources management and development
- Legal background
- Gender integration, youth participation and inclusion & diversity expertise
B. Specific Requirements in This Instance
● Francophone candidates (Central and West Africa e.g., DRC, Cameroon, Senegal- where we
have a presence)
○ Secondary criteria: Bilingual, but French essential
● Male Candidates (to balance representation on the Board)
● Youth representation- since they are the most vibrant climate activists and they are the
architects of the future (or possibly someone immersed in youth development)
● Cultural diversity: Africa has many intermingled cultures in its diaspora
● Representation from sectors of growth: Digital, Political, AI, Investment
● Current technical skills relevant to GPAf:
○ Pan- Africanism
○ Seasoned Campaigners
○ Academic and Activism blend
○ Youth and Involvement in Youth Programmes
○ Digital Explosion Specialists
○ Political Enablers
○ Fundraising Specialists
C. Please note the following important considerations:
- Declaration of Conflict of interest is a requirement of Board Members legally and ethically. Please ensure that you are familiar with the work of GPAf so that you do not place yourself potentially in conflict.
- GPAf will ensure that all successful candidates are fit and proper based on legislation as well as our policies.
If you feel excited at the prospect of making a contribution as a Greenpeace Board Member then we want to hear from you!
Please submit a concise Curriculum Vitae with references to [email protected]. by close of business on 20th October 2025. Please cite that you are applying for the Board Member opportunity.
