PURPOSE and SCOPE OF THE JOB                      

To provide effective leadership, direction and management to Greenpeace East Asia’s (GPEA) office and operation in mainland China.

To ensure the organization delivers results on environmental campaigns relevant to mainland China as outlined in the long-term plans adopted by GPEA.

The China Chief Representative has the authority to make decisions related to Greenpeace’s operation in mainland China, which has to be executed in accordance with Greenpeace’s global mission and values, GPEA’s long-term plan, and GPEA Board’s policies.

The China Chief Representative is managed by the Executive Director and is a member of GPEA’s Senior Management Team (SMT). The post holder works closely as peers with the Program Director (who oversees the program in Hong Kong, Taipei, Seoul and Tokyo offices) to co-lead GPEA’s overall program direction and to participate in global program discussion.

RESPONSIBILITIES

●      Provide direction and leadership for the development and management of GPEA’s operation in mainland China according to the organization’s global mission and GPEA’s long-term plan.

●      Manage program staff in mainland China to develop and implement effective campaigns.

●      Co-lead GPEA’s overall program direction and planning together with Program Director, especially in the long-term plan and annual plan. Ensure joint projects are resourced properly. Co-lead the regular program leadership meeting with PD to discuss on-going programmatic issues.

●      Analyze domestic and global trends and ensure program themes, strategies and tactics are fit for purpose.

●      Oversee the maintenance and growth of the organization’s relationships with corporate and government decision-makers, partners, reporters, and other key influencers. Ensure that the portfolio of campaigns enables the organization to build the influence and relationships needed to succeed in China.

●      Lead Greenpeace’s effort to register in mainland China and be responsible for decision making on all registration-related matters.

●      Manage GPEA’s relationship with government bodies to ensure Greenpeace’s mission and goals are able to be carried out in mainland China.

●      Actively engage GPEA’s Senior Management Team to support the development of Greenpeace’s operation in mainland China to ensure:

       ○      Effective and appropriate management practices throughout the organization;

       ○      The development of the organization’s culture and people, and its capacity to learn and grow;

       ○      Proper financial controls and practices are adhered to at all times;

       ○      Compliance with the regulatory requirements.

●      Together with the Program Director, play leadership roles within the wider Greenpeace global network, working at the international level to develop global strategies and longer-term thinking about program priorities and resources.

●      As a member of the Senior Management Team for GPEA, contribute to the debate and decision-making on management and organizational matters. Support and communicate decisions to staff.

●      Represent Greenpeace in external forums, relationship building and act as spokesperson.

REQUIREMENTS:

●      At least 8 years working in non-profit organization including 3 years or above in leading cross-functional matrix teams within a global non-profit organization or similar size;

●      Deep knowledge of China and its global role, and demonstrated records of applying such knowledge into strategic insights in advocacy work and in leadership.

●      Demonstrate ability to lead and guide the strategic direction of programme work in China to influence policies, corporate decisions and public agenda.

●      Proven records in leading and managing an non-profit organization, with strong ability in motivating and carrying staff towards common goals.

●      Proven records of effective networking with governmental, business and other key stakeholders.

●      Alignment with Greenpeace global mission, core values of independence, collaborative leadership culture and ED&I (Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) values.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested parties please apply with your bilingual (Chinese and English) resume via Greenpeace career site: https://careers.gpeastasia.org/job/Mainland-China-China-Chief-Representative/1369681466/      

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 18th Nov. 2026

Greenpeace is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees, regardless of sex, marital status, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and any other characteristics unrelated to the performance of the job. Selection will be in accordance with objective, job related criteria and the appointment will be on the basis of applicant's merits and abilities.