How to apply for Japan Field Organizer

About 350.org

350.org is a global grassroots movement working in over 188 countries to keep carbon in the atmosphere below 350 parts per million. The organization mobilizes ordinary people to campaign for universal access to clean energy and an end to fossil fuels. Its campaigns are rooted in local organizing, so staff build both measurable emission reductions and the long-term power of the climate movement.

About the role

The Japan Field Organizer builds and grows 350 Japan's volunteer community and the broader climate movement in Japan. This is a remote, full-time role focused on local organizing, volunteer recruitment, and campaign mobilization. The work directly supports 350.org's mission by turning public concern into organized action against fossil fuels.

A typical day

A typical day might involve calling or messaging volunteers, planning a local action or training, and coordinating with 350 Japan and global staff online. You would also track volunteer sign-ups, draft outreach materials, and follow up with new members. Because the role is remote, most work happens through video calls, email, and social platforms.

Who 350.org is looking for

• Has direct experience recruiting, training, and retaining volunteers in a grassroots or campaign setting.
• Can organize local actions and campaigns in Japan, with knowledge of Japanese climate and energy issues.
• Is comfortable working remotely and coordinating with a distributed team across time zones.
• Communicates clearly in Japanese and English, and can write organizing materials, emails, and social content for both audiences.

Tips for this application

• Name specific 350.org campaigns or moments you have followed or participated in, such as the fossil fuel divestment movement or 350 Japan actions.
• Describe volunteer numbers you have recruited, trained, or retained. Use concrete counts and timeframes.
• Explain how you would build 350 Japan's volunteer base in a remote setting, including tools and outreach channels you have used.
• Show familiarity with Japan's energy landscape, including coal, LNG, and renewable energy debates, and how they connect to 350.org's mission.
• State your Japanese and English language ability clearly, since organizing in Japan requires local communication.

What to cover in your cover letter

['Your track record of building and sustaining volunteer communities, with specific numbers and examples.', 'Why local organizing in Japan matters for the global goal of keeping carbon below 350 ppm.', 'How you would recruit and support volunteers remotely, including the tools and methods you use.', "Your connection to 350.org's values and its campaigns against fossil fuels and for clean energy."]

Research before applying

• Read 350.org's mission page and its explanation of the 350 ppm target and the values that guide its work.
• Look up 350 Japan's recent campaigns, statements, and volunteer activities.
• Review Japan's current energy mix and recent climate policy debates, including coal and renewable energy.
• Check 350.org's equal opportunity and inclusion statements to understand how the organization describes its workplace.

Likely interview topics

Based on the job description, expect questions about:

• How you have recruited and retained volunteers for a campaign or movement.
• How you would grow 350 Japan's volunteer community in a remote, part-time or full-time capacity.
• Your understanding of Japan's fossil fuel and renewable energy policies and how they relate to 350.org's goals.
• How you handle burnout, conflict, and turnover in volunteer teams.
• How you would measure the success of organizing work beyond event attendance.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Writing a generic cover letter that does not mention 350.org, 350 Japan, or local organizing in Japan.
• Claiming organizing experience without giving specific volunteer numbers, campaigns, or outcomes.
• Ignoring the remote nature of the role and failing to explain how you would build community without in-person contact.