Responsive Campaigns Intern at Greenpeace
Title: Responsive Campaigns Intern
Department: Programmes
Duration: 6 Month Contract up to 31 October
2026
Reporting to: Responsive Campaigns Lead
Location: One of Greenpeace Africa (GPAF)
Operational Office ( South Africa, Cameroon, Senegal, Kenya) with
flexibility to work from home as GPAF implements a hybrid work location model
Purpose of the Role
The Intern will support in the identification, strategic
planning and execution of responsive campaigns within GPAF, which employs an
integrated approach to support fundraising and engage audiences in building
counter-power. The intern will support the development of data-driven,
evidence-based campaigns by working collaboratively with program, volunteer,
engagement, fundraising, and communications teams to help deliver timely and
effective initiatives. They will assist in coordinating responsive efforts, contribute
to tracking and prioritizing emerging issues, and help maintain internal
alignment to ensure campaigns are strategic, organized, and impactful.
Main duties
Strategic planning
- Support
the coordination of logistical and administrative arrangements for
responsive campaign activities as required.
- Assist
in representing Greenpeace Africa at meetings and stakeholder engagements
by preparing notes, taking minutes, and supporting follow-up actions when
required.
- Support
the preparation of briefings, summaries, and updates to inform staff,
media, and stakeholders about campaign issues, progress, and outcomes.
- Contribute
to project monitoring and evaluation processes by compiling information
and supporting the preparation of reports for relevant managers and
campaign teams.
- Collaborate
with the Digital & Engagement, Research, Political, Communications and
Fundraising teams to ensure the successful output of Response.
- Support
compliance with Greenpeace Africa security guidelines by following
established procedures and promptly reporting any concerns in line with
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Networking and Responsiveness
- Support
the adoption of a Pan-African perspective in project delivery by assisting
identifying and documenting responsive opportunities that contribute to
campaign and project objectives across the continent.
- Assist
the project team in enhancing responsiveness and agility by tracking
emerging issues and supporting timely coordination of activities.
- Contribute
to identifying responsive opportunities aligned with campaign goals and
provide research and administrative support to help drive impact.
- Support
the development and maintenance of relationships with external
stakeholders, including civil society, communities, and relevant
authorities, through coordination, communication, and follow-up.
- Contribute
to building and sustaining relationships with key strategic stakeholders
by helping to organize meetings, maintain contact databases, and prepare
correspondence.
- Support
budget planning processes by compiling relevant information and assisting
in tracking project-related expenses.
- Assist
in monitoring campaign budgets by maintaining records and supporting
reporting to ensure effective and timely utilization of funds.
Administrative Support Competencies
- Strong
organisational and time management skills, with the ability to support
scheduling, coordinate meetings, and manage multiple administrative tasks
efficiently.
- Attention
to detail and accuracy in preparing documents, maintaining records, and
supporting reporting processes.
- Effective
written and verbal communication skills to assist with correspondence,
drafting minutes, and engaging professionally with internal and external
stakeholders.
- Proficiency
in basic office and digital tools (e.g., Microsoft Office or Google
Workspace), with the ability to manage data, track information, and
provide general administrative support.
Qualifications and Experience
- Honours
or Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations,Law or
related field.
- 6
months to 1 year experience in any of these areas: advocacy,
awareness-raising, Policy and campaign management and coordination.
- Experience
working in a multicultural team.
- A
strong Pan-African Mindset.
- Familiarity
with administrative support work within a role or organisation.
- Skilled
in negotiating, building consensus, bringing together diverse
stakeholders, and facilitating dialogue to achieve mutual outcomes.
- Demonstrated
strong communication skills.
- Knowledge
and/or experience in supporting campaigning, creative advocacy content,
execution of strategies, lobbying, and canvassing projects.