PURPOSE and SCOPE OF THE JOB

The post holder is responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing effective researchand investigation to support Greenpeace’s campaigns, and providing and executing strategicadvice on the development of research and investigation.

The post holder works under the Research Unit to carry out research and investigation for specificprojects. The post holder will be required to do both desktop research and field investigation tocollect evidence and information of environmental destruction.

The post holder usually works in project team which requires research and investigation which aresophisticated in nature and broad in its scope, and may involve task managing others to implementthe plan. S/he also assists the Line Manager to enhance research capability. The post holder maybe assigned to work in projects which involve other Greenpeace offices, including coordinatingregional and global research tasks.

Discretion is exercised in handling confidential and sensitive information.

The post holder may exercise line management responsibility to 1 position if required by theManager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conceptual tasks, Strategy development and/or Project management

• Advise ​ campaign projects on research-related matters.
• Design research and investigation plan according to Greenpeace protocol.
• Research and analyze a wide range of specialized materials on issues in relation todifferent campaign projects, and advise campaigns on research-oriented opportunities.
• Keep abreast of development of research methodologies and tools which can be of useby Greenpeace. Identify and experiment promising research tactics.

Implementation

• Conduct desktop research and field investigation. Ensure accurate and professionalresearch tasks are delivered timely.
• Prepare research materials and outputs.
• Collect and analyze information and data in proper format. Capture and organize usefulinformation and data into databases to ensure strategic and valuable information isavailablefor campaigning purpose. Analyze information and data, and produce briefingpapers and reports to support campaign goals.
• Initiate collaboration and maintain relationship with institutions and individuals so as toenhance Greenpeace research capability. Find suitable contractors as required incompliance with Greenpeace policies.

Support/ Coaching/ Leadership

• Coordinate the development and implementation of research plan which are regional orglobal in scope.
• Provide training to others in the organization to enhance capability in research,investigation and Rapid Response as well as HAZMAT related activities.
• Involve in Rapid Response and HAZMAT related activities to major environmentalincidents.
• Monitor major environmental incidents and provide advice to management on mattersrelated to Rapid Response.

Compliance/ Keeping Framework Conditions

• Ensure Greenpeace research and investigation are of professional quality and meetagreed global standards.
• Follow appropriate safety and security protocols in Greenpeace.
• Lead and involved in the development of research-related protocols, policies andstandards.
• Evaluate research process and outcomes. Complete evaluation reports if required.
• Responsibly direct and control project spending.

Skill and expertise required
Expertise in one or more research methodologies or tools

Work environment

• The post holder works in a standard office environment, and is required to travel to otherGreenpeace offices, campaign locations or locations where environmental problemsrequire the presence of Greenpeace representatives.
• The post holder will be required to work in physically or mentally challenging situations.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Commitment to the mission, principles and values of Greenpeace.
• Commitment to, and demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team.
• Able to work in a cross-cultural environment.
• Ability to operate and lead under pressure and in physically or mentally challengingsituations.
• Ability to work across a variety of issues, under pressure of deadlines and changingpriorities and to work unsocial hours as necessary.  

How to apply

This is a 3 years contract subject to renewal. Interested parties, please submit your cover letter to explain your motivation to apply the position and resume here: http://www.greenpeace.org/hk/about/careers/  Please note if you fail to submit motivation letter your application will be deprioritized.

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