Description
Position Objective:
To support the Senior Vice President of the Cruelty Investigations Department (CID) and the work of the department as a whole
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Perform research and respond to various inquiries about a wide range of animal rights topics
• Draft correspondence and respond to inquiries and requests on behalf of the Senior Vice President
• Assist the Senior Vice President with local and state legislative efforts in Virginia and North Carolina
• Serve as an interdepartmental point of contact for internal matters
• Identify and attend community events to advance local outreach efforts
• Create, develop and implement various educational campaigns and outreach projects
• Cross-train and fill in for staff members in various department divisions
• Write speeches and attend functions
• Professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues to the media and general public
• Serve as the on-call staff member for the Community Animal Project emergency pager as well as for local and national disaster situations and other field emergency needs
• Perform fieldwork as needed
• Assist with animal shelter tasks, including animal care and feeding
• Exercise sound judgment and confidentiality at all times
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• A minimum of two years of office experience
• Public-speaking experience preferred
• Animal sheltering experience preferred
• Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven exceptional research skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (especially Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Planner, and Outlook)
• Excellent decision-making skills and the proven ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally
• Willingness and ability to be on 24-hour emergency call, as needed
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• 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
• COVID-19 full vaccination and booster recommended
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
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