Fundraiser/ Internship

  • Full-time

Company Description

Greenpeace is a non-profit organisation, with a presence in 40 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific. To maintain its independence, Greenpeace does not accept donations from governments or corporations but relies on contributions from individual supporters and foundation grants.

Greenpeace exists because the earth and all life on it deserves a clean and safe environment - now and in the future.

Greenpeace India has been working on various issues related to the environment since 2001. Our work in India is focused on four broad campaigns namely, stop climate change, sustainable agriculture, preserving the oceans and preventing another nuclear catastrophe. Over the years Greenpeace India has built a strong base of supporters spread across the country.

Job Description

The Role
The role of a Fundraiser is to raise awareness about Greenpeace Campaigns to people on the street, at public places, offices, on phone and inspire them to contribute funds and become financial supporters of Greenpeace.
Responsibilities
•    Develop an understanding of Greenpeace campaigns.
•    Make presentations and calls and explain Greenpeace campaigns to members of the public in a clear and interesting way.
•    Meet set income targets by signing paid-supporters for Greenpeace.
Job Benefits
•    An opportunity to learn about environmental problems and solutions and raise awareness amongst the public
•    An opportunity to be trained in expert fundraising skills.
•    A chance to be part of a global environmental organization
•    Excellent career prospects with opportunity to travel around the country
•    Good pay, incentives and flexible hours, 5day work week
•    A chance to work with a team of like-minded fun loving group


Qualifications

We accept applications from people from a variety of backgrounds. A passion to work for the environment is always encouraged in addition to some experience in direct selling for any industry. Candidates must also have:
•    Ability to talk and listen to people and build rapport with a wide range of people
•    Keen desire to learn on the job and Greenpeace Campaigns
•    Energy and drive to inspire people and promote Greenpeace
•    Ability to work towards fundraising targets, accept and implement feedback


Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.