Application Guide
How to Apply for Associate, Global Forests and Energy Campaigns (candidates can be based in multiple US and non-US locations)
at Mighty Earth
🏢 About Mighty Earth
Mighty Earth is a dynamic global advocacy organization that has achieved remarkable wins, such as driving a 90% decline in deforestation for palm oil in Southeast Asia. They focus on creating a 'perfect storm' of campaigns, communications, and practical engagement to protect forests and climate, making them a unique and impactful place to work.
About This Role
As an Associate, you'll support campaigns to protect forests and fight climate change in Asia and West Africa, working closely with teams, consultants, and grantees in regions like Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, and Ghana. Your work will directly influence government and industry policies to preserve biodiversity and support Indigenous communities.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve coordinating with grantees in West Africa via video call, analyzing a new policy from Indonesia, and drafting a campaign update for the team. You'll also research supply chain data and prepare materials for meetings with advocacy partners.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Mighty Earth Is Looking For
- Passionate about environmental advocacy with a strong understanding of global supply chains and deforestation issues, particularly in palm oil, pulp, paper, or rubber.
- Experienced in campaign support, including research, coordination with partners, and monitoring policy developments in Asia or West Africa.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, comfortable working remotely with a global team across time zones.
- Familiarity with Indigenous land rights and community-led conservation is a plus.
📝 Tips for Applying to Mighty Earth
Highlight any direct experience with campaigns in Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, or Ghana, even if through internships or academic projects.
Demonstrate knowledge of Mighty Earth's past campaigns (e.g., palm oil, rubber) and how you can contribute to their current focus areas.
Show your ability to work across cultures and time zones—mention any multilingual skills or international collaboration experience.
Tailor your resume to emphasize advocacy, research, and policy analysis skills rather than general office work.
Include a brief example of how you've contributed to a team achieving a concrete environmental or social impact.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Express your alignment with Mighty Earth's mission to protect forests and climate, and your specific interest in the Asia and West Africa focus.", 'Provide a concrete example of how your skills in campaign support or research have contributed to environmental or social change.', "Show your understanding of the role's collaborative nature—mention experience working with diverse stakeholders like NGOs, communities, or governments.", "Explain why you're drawn to Mighty Earth's 'perfect storm' approach and how you can help amplify their impact."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Read Mighty Earth's latest reports and press releases on palm oil, rubber, and forest protection in Asia and Africa.
- → Follow their social media and blog to understand current campaigns and messaging.
- → Research the political and economic context of deforestation in Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, and Ghana.
- → Look into key partners or grantees Mighty Earth works with in those regions.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't reference Mighty Earth's specific campaigns or regions.
- Overlooking the remote, collaborative nature of the role—avoid emphasizing solo work without teamwork examples.
- Focusing too much on domestic US environmental issues rather than the international focus of this position.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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