Job Openings at Greenpeace Africa

Goal of the study 

• The goal of the study is to find solutions for preventing or minimising e-waste dumping in African countries as well as mitigating current impacts. 

Specific objectives 

• To assess and document the reality of e-waste dumping in Ghana and Kenya, including contamination from hazardous chemicals in the waste stream and the impacts on people and communities interacting with the e-waste. 
• To document and promote creative solutions of ordinary people that address e-waste management, including major challenges in this landscape. 
• To generate and disseminate evidence and knowledge that aids in raising awareness about the health impacts of e-waste.
• To come up with recommendations for challenging the current developmental model that is based on a colonial mindset which continues to disadvantage Africa by destroying the environment and worsening inequalities through dumping of e- waste in African countries. 

Deliverables 

• A project Inception Report that clearly outlines the study methodology to be deployed, sample size, and proposed work-plan, among other things. 
• A detailed Draft Report of the findings with recommendations for GPAF to take the work on e-waste dumping forward. We envisage a report of approximately 20-25 pages, on the basis of which Greenpeace Africa intends to influence policy makers, drive conversations with local partners and influence media discourse. 
• Final Report that consolidates comments made on the Draft Report. 
• Power-Point presentation to Greenpeace Africa on an agreed date. 

Interested researchers should send to us their Cover Letter, detailed CV, and a brief technical and financial proposal (maximum 5 pages) that outlines the proposed methodology, workplan, and budget. Proposals should be submitted by email to: cchikhoz@greenpeace.org and dlugada@greenpeace.org Deadline for applications: 7 March 2025.

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The Copywriter will play a vital role in enhancing donor engagement through compelling, impactful, and strategic communication. This role is responsible for crafting high-quality content for all donor communications, including new donor onboarding, fundraising updates, and tailored donor journeys across multiple channels such as email, WhatsApp, and SMS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Content Development: Create persuasive, donor-centric content for various fundraising campaigns, appeals, and stewardship communications.
• New Donor Onboarding: Develop and refine welcome messages and onboarding content to nurture relationships from the outset.
• Donor Journeys: Craft personalized messaging sequences to support donor retention, reactivation, and upgrade strategies.
• Multi-Channel Communication: Adapt content for different platforms, including email, WhatsApp, SMS, and other digital channels, ensuring consistency in tone and message.
• Fundraising Updates: Write regular updates to keep donors informed about the impact of their contributions.
• Volunteer and Youth Activist Manuals: Develop engaging, informative, and accessible manuals to support volunteers and youth activists in their roles, providing guidance on advocacy, campaign participation, and community engagement.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the fundraising, digital marketing, and data teams to align messaging with overall campaign goals and donor segmentation strategies.
• Editing and Proofreading: Ensure all content is error-free, engaging, and aligned with the organization’s voice and brand guidelines.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in copywriting, preferably within the nonprofit or fundraising sector.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to craft compelling narratives that inspire donor action and loyalty.
• Proficiency in creating content for diverse platforms (email, SMS, WhatsApp, etc.).
• Experience in developing instructional or guidance materials, such as manuals and toolkits.
• Strong understanding of donor behavior and engagement strategies.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.