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ABOUT RAN
For more than 30 years, Rainforest Action Network (RAN) has campaigned to preserve forests,
protect the climate and uphold human rights by challenging corporate power and systemic
injustice through research, education, partnerships, non-violent direct action, grassroots
organizing, strategic campaigns and communications. We are committed to working with
Indigenous and frontline communities directly impacted by profit-driven systems of injustice. In
partnership with allies from around the world, RAN challenges corporations to stop destructive
operations, respect human rights, and adopt policies that reduce their contributions to climate
change. RAN is committed to doing what is necessary, not only what is politically feasible.
RACIAL JUSTICE
RAN strives to integrate values of equity and fairness into our work, which includes bringing an
intentional racial justice analysis to our programmatic work and organizational structure. We are
seeking candidates who have a commitment to engage in this ongoing process and work with
us to create a just and inclusive work environment and world.
THE POSITION
RAN is looking for a motivated, passionate, tenacious and collaborative individual to support our
Forests & Finance Campaign Team as a Senior Campaigner. The core responsibility for this
position is to plan and execute public campaigns to halt the financial sectorβs role in
perpetuating exploitative forest-risk commodity production, and to divert investment into socially
and environmentally just practices. The Forests & Finance Campaign operates globally, in close
coordination with RAN staff and allied organizations working across North America, South
America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific. Remote working / flexible location will be considered for
this position. The position will report to RANβs Campaign Director for Forests & Finance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
β Design campaign and advocacy strategies in collaboration with other staff and partner
organizations.
β Lead the execution of public campaign work on the financial sector in support of agreed
campaign objectives.
β Maintain an active network with established and potential allied groups in key forest and
financial sector jurisdictions.
β Support work with impacted Indigenous communities in collaboration with other staff and
allied organisations.
β Represent RAN as a spokesperson with media and at public events.
β Maintain a network of financial sector contacts as well as lead engagement and
negotiations with corporate and political targets.
β Conduct, commission and present research on relevant issues pertaining to financial
sector involvement in forest-risk commodity production.
β Stay abreast of key developments in the financial sector, internationally as well as in key
national jurisdictions, as it relates to forest-risk commodity production.
β Author campaign materials, including briefings, reports, blogs and presentations suitable
for a variety of audiences.
β In conjunction with the Communications and Digital teams, design, create and use a
range of communications tools (direct actions, direct communication, traditional and
social media, briefing sheets, and other tools) to communicate with target audiences and
to achieve campaign objectives.
β Coordinate and manage logistical arrangements for various campaign activities,
including information gathering and facilitation, physical trips for the project team and key
stakeholders.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
β Minimum 5 years of relevant campaigning experience, including at least 3 years at an
advanced level.
β Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English with an ability to synthesize
information into compelling publication-ready content.
β Excellent research and/or investigation skills, with meticulous attention to accuracy and
detail.
β Experience in public speaking / presenting / being a spokesperson for civil society.
β Solid computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and strong internet research skills).
β Strong organizational, time management and project management skills. Highly
organized, ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced campaigning environment.
β Experience working with civil society and ideally with affected communities.
β Working knowledge or strong interest and willingness to learn about the issues the
Forest Program works on including but not limited to: forests, deforestation, Indigenous
rights, human rights, climate change, forest-risk commodities, responsible finance,
development.
β Experience with or interest and eagerness to learn about Racial Justice and non-violent
direct action.
β A proven track record of working effectively in teams.
β Ability to travel and willingness to work within a remote working environment with flexible
hours for meetings with our global team based in North America, Europe, and the
Asia-Pacific.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
β Experience and/or knowledge relating to investment banking, institutional investors,
corporate campaigning or political activism.
β Experience in undertaking fieldwork in affected communities.
β Working proficiency in one or more of the following languages - Bahasa Indonesian,
Portuguese, French, Spanish, Japanese or Chinese.
COMPENSATION
This is a full-time position with compensation commensurate with experience. For US-based
applicants, the anticipated starting salary range is $75000-$85000. This range may vary for
applicants in other locations; individual specifics and details to be discussed during the interview
process.
Benefits vary depending on location and may include holidays and time off, medical insurance
or insurance reimbursement, and more. Please inquire for details.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND ACCESS
RAN is committed to providing all people with equal access to work and volunteer opportunities.
If you need assistance with accommodations during our interview process, please contact
HR@ran.org. We encourage applicants from historically excluded identities to apply for this
position.
TO APPLY:
Please use this link to submit a resume and cover letter:
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