Join the Peatland Justice campaign team and make a tangible impact on climate justice by working at the intersection of community organizing, climate action, and corporate accountability. Be part of a global movement advocating for peatland protection and peat-free horticulture—essential for climate, ecological, and social justice. At RE-PEAT, we combine artistic methods like storytelling and creative communication with impactful community organizing and campaigning to enable transformative change.

Location: Remote, with activities in the Netherlands
Employment Type: Freelance, Part-time (15 hours/week for three months, with possible extension)
Start Date: mid February (somewhat flexible)
Application Deadline: 26 January. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. 

We are seeking a strategically minded, self-directed, and politically driven Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will:

• Lead the Stakeholder Engagement & Research task group for Peatland Justice;

• Develop and execute the corporate engagement strategy, including a roadmap for corporate and public engagement to push retailers toward peat-free practices;

• Collaborate with allies—individuals, collectives, and NGOs—by sharing updates on our work and co-creating action opportunities;

• Act as the primary point of contact for communication with retailers and other corporate stakeholders;

• Research and synthesize the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) plans of retailers;

• Work closely with other task groups within Peatland Justice by sharing updates, co-creating communication materials, and participating in strategic planning. 

You will play a key role in advancing the Peatland Justice Campaign by building relationships with retailers, advocating for stocking peat-free plants and potting soils, and planning next steps for cases of non-cooperation. You’ll work closely with a dynamic team of peatland enthusiasts to shape the campaign’s direction.

About the Role

If you meet some but not all requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We value compatibility with our team and a willingness to learn on the job. RE-PEAT acknowledges that systemic oppressions and privileges are often perpetuated through professional opportunities and will take this into account when selecting a candidate. 

Required 

• Alignment with RE-PEAT’s working culture, mission, and vision;

• Understanding of the inner workings of the corporate world, including CSR, regulations and decision making;

• Leadership skills, including skills in strategic planning, facilitation, and communication;

• Fluency in English and Dutch;

• Access to a laptop, reliable internet, and a comfortable workspace;

• Freelancer status in the EEA/UK. 

Desired

• Residing in the Netherlands or nearby, in order to attend occasional in-person events;

• Passion for peatlands, creative action, and environmental justice;

• Ability to navigate both corporate and activist environments;

• Experience in working with collectives, campaign strategy, and/or community organizing;

• Education and/or experience in fields such as business, management, finance or similarly appropriate;

• Familiarity with Slack, Google Drive, and similar tools.

• €21/hour compensation

• Flexible and trust-based work environment

• Kind, fun, and inspiring teammates

• Opportunities for funded training and in-person gatherings

• Paid holidays and sick days 

• A job that makes this world a better place with minimal feelings of being morally compromised <3 

• A gateway to the magical world of peatlands

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to peatland_justice@re-peat.earth. In your motivation letter (1-3 pages, PDF), please mention: 

• An introduction to yourself;

• Your motivation for joining RE-PEAT and Peatland Justice; 

• The skills and competencies that you meet (with examples);

• The skills and competencies that you do not meet and how you will address this;

• Relevant experiences;

• Your answer to the question: what do peatlands need? 

Applications must be submitted by January 26, 2025. For any questions, feel free to reach out to ireen_van_dolderen@re-peat.earth. We are open to discuss reasonable adjustments to the vacancy based on accessibility needs, studies, and other responsibilities. 

We look forward to hearing from you!