Description:
Position Objective:
To research and coordinate a variety of special projects and local legislative projects related to PETA’s work to promote animal liberation to the masses and make a meaningful impact
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
- Work with the President and Manager of Strategic Initiatives on a range of projects to further animal rights
- Coordinate local legislative initiatives, multimedia projects, and other outreach projects for PETA’s campaigns, working in collaboration with other departments
- Conduct research on a wide range of topics
- Draft letters and other written materials to support special projects and strategic initiatives
- Develop, execute, and assist with initiatives to push campaigns into the media spotlight and the public consciousness
- Attend events and protests as needed
- Travel to attend and speak at city council meetings as needed
- Interact professionally and diplomatically with activists, donors, corporate contacts, elected officials, and others
- Professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the President or Manager of Strategic Initiatives
Requirements:
- Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- One year of demonstrated experience independently planning and executing initiatives required
- Strong public speaking skills
- Exceptional written and verbal professional communication skills
- Excellent knowledge of animal liberation issues and PETA campaigns
- Demonstrated superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent project management skills
- Proven effective research abilities
- Proven ability to exercise initiative, independent judgment, and decision-making
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate problems, identify opportunities, and take an active approach to responsibilities
- Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Willingness and ability to travel on assignment
- Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
- Commitment to the objectives of the organization
The hourly pay range for this position is $18.54 - $22.97 per hour. The ultimate hourly pay within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and the cost of living in the area in which the candidate will live and work.
A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here.
Application Deadline:
Applications for this position will be accepted until June 11, 2026.
We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.
