This position is only open to the candidates that have legal rights to live and work in South Asia region.
The position is offered on a 12 month fixed term full time contract basis initially, with possibility of extension.
Location: The position is hybrid (home-office). We offer competitive NGO level salary and benefits, the specifics of which depend on location where the successful candidates will be based. We aim to share this information with candidates before reaching the offer stage.
Greenpeace South Asia is a newly established regional office which is at the initial stage of development with an interesting portfolio of the countries. GPSA’s environmental campaigns are focussed on just transition, climate change adaptation and building momentum towards more inclusive environment protection and sustainable development initiatives.
The purpose of the Senior Creative Interventions Campaigner role at GPSA is as follows:
- Regionally across South Asia to develop and integrate into all aspects of Creative Interventions, new and innovative communication tools. To lead, develop and implement peaceful, inspirational and innovative Creative Interventions, powerful storytelling; and assist in raising awareness and profile for the campaigns, build a community of activists/volunteers who work with us to win campaigns.
- Regionally across South Asia to cultivate and develop links with Creative agencies/artists/designers and to foster their understanding of Greenpeace and its campaign structure and how the two can work symbiotically to be mutually beneficial.
- To contribute, as part of projects within campaign teams, to the maintenance of the highest standards in the delivery of Greenpeace’s campaigns. Contribute to the development of the strategic and tactical capabilities of the Operations Unit in order to achieve the annual programme.
What we can offer you:
Greenpeace South Asia is a small but growing regional office with a friendly, motivated and high performing professional team who are all here for the right reasons. We believe, together we can build an impactful regional office that plays a vital role in the sector.
● Remote Location: this position is a hybrid position with travel to South Asia region
● Flexible Hours: More control when you work and make room for the rest of your life
● Agency: Be an active part of designing a newly established regional office
● Personal Development: You’ll be encouraged to develop both personally and professionally, taking advantage of the wide range of learning and development opportunities available to Greenpeace staff worldwide.
The candidate we’re looking for should have the following:
● Understanding based on considerable experience (3 years) in campaign issues (Particularly Oceans and Climate Change) and creative campaigning.
● Understanding of how creative interventions are researched, planned and executed
● Specific expertise in two or more of the following and ability to become expert in one other of the following: Communication, Swimming, Stitching, Woodwork, Technology, Design, Photography/Videography, Diving, other Creative skills.
● Proven ability to innovate in relation to creative interventions and Operations strategy and tactical work
● Understanding of current market trends and technology
● Some knowledge of Health and Safety and legal considerations in supporting Operations work
● Has networks with creative artists, performers , storytellers- and has ideas on how to make an issue generate attention
● Ability to work collaboratively in project teams drawn from a wide range of disciplines, both team member and a team leader
● Is good with logistics and managing complex events / partnerships
● Can inspire and motivate fellow activists and volunteers to campaign with us
● Able to work with minimal supervision and self motivation
● Commitment to Greenpeace values and principles
In this role you will:
● Develop and lead the implementation of operations related strategies across South Asia, that contribute to changing public, Government and corporate behaviour in line with the Campaigns objectives to create maximum impact, in conjunction with the cross functional project teams.
● Create high-impact campaign ideas that align with organizational goals, blending artistry, storytelling, and strategic innovation. Brainstorm and design visually compelling and conceptually bold interventions to engage target audiences that are accessible, visually driven, or interactive formats.
● Maximise the potential for engagement with the public and / or target audiences. Provide advice to and work closely with creative intervention campaigners/cross functional campaigners to develop innovative creative interventions and public engagement. Make use of creative communications, such as non-traditional and ambient media forms (i.e. guerrilla marketing, installations, technology, street based art, performances, music, etc).
● Responsible for the logistical planning, preparation, coordination and implementation of creative interventions, tours, ship based activities and other operations strategies and tactics in South Asia.
● Establish stronger relationships and networks with individuals among the creative community across South Asia, especially those in the forefront of new innovation/ communication techniques (designers, musicians, photographers, performers, film-makers, artists etc) to amplify campaign reach.
● Experiment with emerging trends, tools, and technologies to push the boundaries of creative expression. Undertake appropriate research/testing/experimenting models that deepen public participation, broaden reach and strengthen ownership of our campaigns.
● Lead the creative process, brainstorms and facilitation to foster an environment of open innovation, encouraging diverse perspectives and bold ideas. Act as a catalyst to inspire and guide brainstorming sessions, workshops, or creative sprints with team members, stakeholders, or external partners. Along with bringing in external perspectives.
● Lead creative training/workshops/bootcamps for staff, local groups, communities and volunteer activists, including special training schemes for people with special technical skills as necessary.
● Recruitment, management, retention and development of Operations unit activists on a regular basis. Ensure regular engagement with the activists network to provide campaign information, upcoming activities and organise them for the Operations activities and creative interventions.
● Represent Greenpeace in public activities, the media and with other NGOs when organising creative interventions and campaign issues as directed by the Line Manager
● Adhere to individual campaign project deadlines and manage personal workload accordingly and act independently.
● Development of risk assessments and prepare security plans for ‘high/medium-risk’ field-work/creative interventions and projects as appropriate.
● Ensure that health and safety procedures are strictly adhered to by all personnel in creative interventions and all other operations unit activities.
● Plan and manage campaign timelines, budgets, and organising to ensure timely delivery of high-quality creative outputs.
● Contribute to the planning and development of the Operations Unit, including ODP, annual budget.
● International coordination with GPI and other global Greenpeace staff along with managing international logistics working with operations tools and equipment.
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. 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!
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please email us at [email protected]. Please note that all applications have to be filled out via the website and cannot be submitted via this email.
CLOSING DATE: 23:59 (IST), 30th October 2025
