350.org is looking for an engaging and digitally-savvy Network Co-ordinator to support the development of a network of local authority divestment campaigns and amplify the work of the overall divestment movement in the UK. This is a full time position.
About 350.org
350.org is building a global grassroots movement to solve the climate crisis. Our online campaigns, grassroots organizing, and mass public actions are led from the bottom up by thousands of volunteer organizers in over 188 countries. 350.org works hard to organize in a new way—everywhere at once, using online tools to facilitate strategic offline action. We want to be a laboratory for the best ways to strengthen the climate movement and catalyze transformation around the world.
350.org, through its Fossil Free campaign, is a leading organisation in the fossil fuel divestment movement. In the UK we work in collaboration with partners including People & Planet, Operation Noah and Medact to build the call for ditching investments in fossil fuels.
About the UK Divestment Network Co-ordinator
As the divestment campaign gains momentum in the UK, we’re looking for a hands on campaigner to support the growth of the campaign on and offline, and help build a powerful grassroots movement to delegitimise the fossil fuel industry. This role will focus on local authority campaigns and supporting local organisers, as well as providing digital support across the board.
Responsibilities:
- support local organisers running local authority divestment campaigns to develop inclusive, empowering and effective campaigns
- develop and deliver online content and resources, training sessions and infrastructure for national coordination and sharing of best practise
- support the development of new campaigns in target regions
- have oversight of the local authority campaign work and help develop campaign strategy
- use digital tools and storytelling to amplify divestment campaigning, grow our online reach and encourage community interaction.
- other tasks to support the UK campaign as required
Required Qualifications:
- 2-3 years experience in grassroots or campus campaigning
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse teams and engage with local organisers
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience in creating online and offline campaign support content.
- Relevant experience in social media and online organising to support campaigns and campaign groups.
- Proven time management and organisational skills.
Desired (but not required) skills and experiences
- Experience with creative action planning and execution
- Experience developing and delivering campaign strategies
- Experience at group facilitation
- Graphic design skills and competence with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Position Type: 4-5 days a week
Application Deadline: This position is open until filled.
Location: regular presence in the London office required.
UK Divestment Network Coordinator
Job posted by: 350.org - Wed, 1 Apr 2015Job Details:
Organisation: 350.org
Deadline Fri, 1 May 2015
Job type: Permanent
Location: United Kingdom
350.org is looking for an engaging and digitally-savvy Network Co-ordinator to support the development of a network of local authority divestment campaigns and amplify the work of the overall divestment movement in the UK. This is a full time position.
About 350.org
350.org is building a global grassroots movement to solve the climate crisis. Our online campaigns, grassroots organizing, and mass public actions are led from the bottom up by thousands of volunteer organizers in over 188 countries. 350.org works hard to organize in a new way—everywhere at once, using online tools to facilitate strategic offline action. We want to be a laboratory for the best ways to strengthen the climate movement and catalyze transformation around the world.
350.org, through its Fossil Free campaign, is a leading organisation in the fossil fuel divestment movement. In the UK we work in collaboration with partners including People & Planet, Operation Noah and Medact to build the call for ditching investments in fossil fuels.
About the UK Divestment Network Co-ordinator
As the divestment campaign gains momentum in the UK, we’re looking for a hands on campaigner to support the growth of the campaign on and offline, and help build a powerful grassroots movement to delegitimise the fossil fuel industry. This role will focus on local authority campaigns and supporting local organisers, as well as providing digital support across the board.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Desired (but not required) skills and experiences
Position Type: 4-5 days a week
Application Deadline: This position is open until filled.
Location: regular presence in the London office required.