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Job Title: Campaigner, Plastics Campaign

Type of appointment: Fixed-term

Remuneration: 50,000-70,000 baht per month, depending on experience

Duration of contract: 12 months (potentially renewable or convertible to a permanent position, subject to performance review)

Location: Bangkok based with opportunity to travel often.

Application Deadline: 14 March 2025

About the Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF)

EJF is an international non-profit organization working to protect our global climate, ocean, forests, wetlands, and wildlife while defending the fundamental human right to a secure natural environment. We recognize that all other rights are contingent on this. Our mission is to inform policy and drive systemic, durable reforms to safeguard both the environment and human rights. Through investigations, research, filmmaking, and advocacy, we expose environmental abuses and support environmental defenders, Indigenous peoples, communities, and independent journalists on the frontlines of environmental injustice.

Our campaigns aim to secure peaceful, equitable, and sustainable futures by addressing the root causes of environmental degradation and social inequality. We collaborate with grassroots partners and environmental defenders worldwide.

The Role

EJF is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Campaigner to join our Plastics Campaign team. This position focuses on addressing plastic pollution from a life cycle perspective, with a particular emphasis on advocating This role directly supports EJF 's ocean protection campaign by advocating for improved downstream management and policies related to recycling, waste-to-energy initiatives, and the elimination of landfills, open waste burnings, and illegal dumpings and waste trades which contribute to marine pollution. A key focus will be tackling Abandoned, Lost, or Otherwise Discarded Fishing Gear (ALDFG), one of the major sources of plastic pollution and the inclusion of frontline communities in policy-making processes.

The successful candidate will lead initiatives that aim to prevent plastics from entering marine ecosystems, thereby protecting marine life and supporting sustainable community-driven solutions for ocean conservation.

Key Responsibilities

Advocacy and Policy Engagement:

• • Lead efforts to advocate for robust waste management policies, including improved recycling systems and strategies to eliminate landfills and open burnings aimed at preventing plastic waste from entering the ocean.
  • Engage with government agencies, policymakers, and other stakeholders to promote real and sustainable solutions for essential plastics.
  • Drive policy discussions on the management of essential plastics including ALDFG and ensure its inclusion in broader plastic waste management frameworks and regulations.
  • Advocate for the inclusion of frontline communities in policy-making.

Community Engagement:

• • Work closely with project coordinators and relevant staff and community leaders to bring communities to the forefront of the campaign, ensuring their voices are included in policy-making processes.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, civil society organizations, and grassroots partners to foster real solutions and collective action against plastic pollution.

Campaign Strategy and Implementation:

• • Develop and execute impactful campaign strategies to address plastic pollution from a life cycle perspective with a focus on downstream measures.
  • Organise events, workshops, and outreach activities to raise awareness about plastic pollution and its real solutions.

Research and Reporting:

• • Conduct research on best practices for downstream plastic management, ALDFG solutions, and waste-to-energy innovations in collaboration with the Plastics Researcher.
  • Produce reports, policy briefs, and campaign materials to inform stakeholders and the public.
  • Assist in monitoring the effectiveness of the campaign, tracking KPIs and evaluating outcomes.

Communications and Outreach:

• • Work with EJF’s communications team to create compelling content for social media, press releases, and other communication channels.
  • Represent EJF at conferences, workshops, and policy forums.

Qualifications and Experience

• Thai national only
• A minimum of 3-year experience in environmental advocacy, policy work, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of plastic pollution issues, particularly downstream management and ALDFG.
• Proven experience in engaging with policymakers, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills in both English and Thai.
• Ability to conduct thorough research and produce high-quality written materials.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, organise, and execute campaigns effectively.
• Passion for environmental justice and commitment to EJF’s mission.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work with a passionate and dedicated team making a meaningful impact on global environmental and human rights issues.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the key responsibilities and qualifications. Applications should be sent to recruitment@ejfoundation.org by Friday, March 14th, 2025 (23:59 GMT+7)

EJF is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.