Join Greenpeace Belgium as Executive Director
Greenpeace Belgium is seeking an inspiring and strategic leader to drive meaningful environmental change. As part of a global network, Greenpeace Belgium is committed to environmental justice, independence, and impactful campaigning.
About Greenpeace
Greenpeace is a movement of people who are passionate about defending the natural world from destruction. Our vision is a greener, safer and more equitable planet, one that can sustain life for generations to come.
About the Role
The Executive Director (ED) provides visionary leadership, ensuring alignment with Greenpeace’s core values. Reporting to the Board, the ED oversees governance, human resources, financial sustainability, and external relations. As ED, you will also play a key role in maintaining ethical fundraising strategies, ensuring Greenpeace Belgium’s independence from corporate and government funding.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership, vision and strategic direction to the organisation in accordance with Greenpeace’s core values and purpose and in co-operation with Greenpeace International.
- Foster a transparent and collaborative leadership style, promoting shared governance and nurturing a positive, inclusive culture.
- Be responsible for the management and administration of Greenpeace Belgium and work with the board to ensure proper governance and accountability.
- Lead and inspire all members of staff (about 70) and volunteers.
- Manage and lead the management team (three directors).
- Monitor and steer the effectiveness of Greenpeace Belgium in its vital functions (campaign & actions, communication & mobilisation, fundraising, human resources and finance).
- Represent Greenpeace nationally and internationally.
- Be responsible for well-being and protection at work, social dialogue, (e.g: CPPW chair).
We offer
The opportunity to lead a respected environmental organisation with global impact. To work in an international context with a passionate and committed team in a dynamic and inspiring working environment.
- A full-time indefinite contract.
- Interesting working conditions, with an attractive benefits package : meal vouchers, end-of-year prime, hospitalisation insurance, labour time reduction, extra-legal holidays, and homeworking possibilities.
Application
You need to apply before the 15th of October 2025.
You can only apply via our Recruitee (Tellent) platform :
https://greenpeacebelgium.recruitee.com/l/fr/o/executive-director-gpb