Entry-Level Environmental Fundraising Activist

Company: Greenpeace, Inc.
Location: Irvine
Posted on: January 17, 2020

Job Description:

Organization Overview Greenpeace is the world---s leading, independent environmental nonprofit advocacy organization. We expose global problems and promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future! -- Position Summary Greenpeace USA is looking for canvassers to join our face-to-face grassroots fundraising program! You---ll work directly with the public around the city and door-to-door to recruit monthly donors to Greenpeace. Here you will learn organizing tactics, develop leadership skills, and mobilize our supporters to take action. This entry-level position is a great opportunity for anyone interested in environmentalism, sustainability, animal rights, and social justice! -- Our best candidates possess:

• A positive attitude
• A passion for environmental and social justice
• Effective and clear communication and listening skills
• Tenacity and resilience
• An ability to work outside, standing/walking for a full shift
• A demonstrated respect of and to all personal identities
• A work ethic based on integrity and honesty What we offer you:
  • Paid on the job training
  • Leadership development and career advancement
  • Travel opportunities around the country
  • Base wage of $15 per hour, plus weekly performance bonus
  • Competitive benefits package upon completion of 90 days (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
  • Subsidies for employees who choose to ride mass transit or bike to work -- To learn more, check out our website! https://www.greenpeace.org/usa/get-involved/frontline/ -- We strongly encourage applications from individuals that reflect the communities most affected by climate change, including but not limited to PoC, LGBTQIA, disabled and other marginalized, underrepresented persons within the fight for climate justice. -- You must be 18 years or older and eligible to work and live in the United States without any legal restrictions to be eligible for hire.

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