Work from Home Opportunity : Become a remote director at Global Forest Coalition (GFC)

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Work from Home Opportunity : Become a remote director at Global Forest Coalition (GFC)

Gender Justice and Forests; Climate Justice; Extractive Industries, Tourism and Infrastructure; and Unsustainable Livestock Production are the four main campaigns that the Global Forest Coalition (GFC) is working to coordinate and implement. We are looking for an experienced Director to lead the organization's strategy and oversee these four campaigns.

Concerning GFC
The GFC is a global alliance of NGOs and organisations representing Indigenous Peoples that fights for social justice and protects forest peoples' rights in forest policies. Since its founding in 2000 by 19 member organisations, GFC has expanded to 126 groups in 73 nations. In addition to organising collaborative advocacy campaigns on topics including the rights of Indigenous Peoples, the necessity of socially equitable forest policy, and tackling the root causes of forest loss, we take part in international forums on forest policy.

Our goal is to defend and promote respect for the rights, territories, traditional knowledge, and sustainable livelihoods of Indigenous Peoples, local communities, and the women who coexist with them in order to campaign for the conservation and restoration of forest ecosystems.

The job type entails a commitment of 24 hours per week.

It's a remote position. GFC is a global organisation. Travel is necessary on sometimes for significant international events.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is January 28, 2024.

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Host Institution

Global Forest Coalition (GFC)

Program Type

Fully Funded

Eligibility Criteria

The ideal applicant will have at least ten years of experience coordinating worldwide campaigns for rights-based, gender-just policies, as well as a thorough understanding of GFC's purpose, vision, objectives, strategies, and campaigns. They must to possess prior expertise in donor relations, fundraising, and managing a multicultural coalition. They should speak English, Spanish, Russian, French, or another major language fluently, be self-starters, and have a solid grasp of campaign tactics.

Eligible Countries

All Countries

Application Procedure

To apply for the position of Policy Director, please email your resume and a cover letter to gfc@globalforestcoalition.org with the subject line "Application: Policy Director Position." GFC associates (current and previous employees, contractors, members of member groups, etc.) are especially encouraged to apply. GFC is dedicated to giving everyone equitable access to volunteer and employment opportunities and is an equal opportunity employer. We aim to have a more diverse team in terms of gender and geography, as well as more Indigenous team members.