PETA
Position Objective:
To work with activists to increase the effectiveness and frequency of activism and to encourage deeper commitments to animal rights and PETA
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Encourage and facilitate local grassroots activism in the Midwestern United States
• Enlist grassroots activist support for PETA’s larger campaigns initiatives
• Cultivate relationships with activists by offering advice and supporting brainstorming and goal setting
• Write and review demo alerts
• Work with the Communications Department to facilitate positive interactions between media and activists
• Assist with the development of activist organizations in areas of the country lacking leadership in order to strengthen PETA’s Activist Network
• Assist with maintaining PETA’s Activist Network database
• Travel to demonstrations in support of PETA campaigns
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
• Minimum of one year of grassroots activist experience
• Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Outgoing and personable manner and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with activists
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver’s license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• This position requires proof of the COVID-19 full vaccination and booster
• Professional appearance and adherence to a vegan lifestyle
• Support for PETA’s philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA’s positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
The hourly pay range for this position is $15.59 – $19.14 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.