To provide general support services and to perform communications duties for the Membership Communications Division of the Development Department
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Generate letters and e-mail correspondence to be sent to PETA members and prospects
• Adapt letter templates to produce specialized letters
• Verify and input PETA donor data and prospect information in accordance with departmental policy
• Perform research on various animal-related topics
• Keep informed about developments related to PETA and the animal rights movement
• Perform pre-scheduled weekend reviews of various PETA and PETA Foundation e-mail accounts
• Assist with maintenance of PETA’s fur-donation and mailing-list databases as well as PETA’s undeliverable-mail list
• Provide reports on PETA donations generated as well as contacts with PETA members and prospects
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
• High school diploma or GED
• Proven excellent persuasive written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Ability to professionally advocate PETA’s positions on issues
• Proven proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar software
• Proven proficiency conducting Internet research
• Proven excellent organizational skills, proofreading skills, and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times
• Willingness and ability to work weekend shifts
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
The hourly pay range for this position is $15.00 – $19.06 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.