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Title : Staff Writer/Editor Reports to : Director of Operations Location : London or Berlin preferred; remote possible Hours : Part-time or full-time Deadline: December 11th 2019 BEYOND CARNISM  Beyond Carnism is a US-based, international organization dedicated to exposing and transforming carnism, the invisible belief system that conditions people to eat certain animals. Beyond Carnism is the first and only organization that focuses exclusively on carnism, making it a pioneering and landmark institution and a hub of international carnism-awareness activity.  Inspired by the writings of our founder and president Melanie Joy, our programs and campaigns are innovative and powerful, and have been proven to have a significant global impact. We are run by a committed, compassionate, and exceptionally talented team in the US and Europe.  Beyond Carnism is a young, vibrant organization with significant potential to grow our programs and increase our impact. We are also in the process of rebranding to incorporate a broader focus that includes social transformation, relational literacy (understanding healthy relational dynamics), and mindfulness. We are seeking a talented, dedicated, self-directed individual with a commitment to strategic thinking, animal rights, social justice, relational health, and personal integrity to join our team and help take Beyond Carnism to the next level. POSITION OVERVIEW The Staff Writer/Editor will play a key role in helping to improve and grow Beyond Carnism’s communications and will work closely with Melanie Joy and our communications team. Tasks include creating powerful, sticky content to disseminate our key ideas among various channels; producing media reports; drafting press releases; editing Melanie Joy’s writing when needed; and helping develop and edit content for campaigns (videos, articles, etc.). The Staff Writer/Editor will also review and revise internal communications when necessary, to help ensure messaging is consistent and clear. The successful candidate will have excellent English written and spoken communication skills, and will have a background in professional (English) writing. They will also have a solid understanding of the animal rights movement as well as of the key concepts and values promoted by Beyond Carnism (e.g., carnism, effective vegan advocacy, and social justice). They will also be committed to the Beyond Carnism mission. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  Write and edit content for all our platforms based on our materials  Provide editorial support to Melanie Joy when needed  Review and revise internal communications when necessary Work closely with communications team to develop and edit content for campaigns and social media SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE We are looking for a highly organized, action-oriented, self-directed individual who has a strong commitment to social justice, animal rights, relationality, mindfulness, effective altruism, and the mission of Beyond Carnism. The Staff Writer/Editor will embody the core values of Beyond Carnism and should also be able to work independently (without close oversight), and possess the following: A minimum of 5 years of experience in a writing, editorial, or communications role An excellent eye for, and commitment to, detail Exceptional English communication skills, both verbal and written  Excellent editorial skills  Thorough knowledge of carnism and the vegan movement; experience working in animal rights a plus Ability to work accurately and efficiently  Ability to work on tight deadlines and effectively manage priorities Excellent organizational skills Willingness to take on different responsibilities and tasks as needed Understanding of and commitment to the principles of effective altruism Strong commitment to the mission and values of Beyond Carnism, including a commitment to intersectionality and a willingness to become literate about privilege and oppression  Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders, including donors and board members Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds  Excellent strategic and critical thinking skills  Interest in mindfulness a plus To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and CV.

Specifics: Terms of employment: Full-time, exempt Reports to: General Counsel/Senior Director of Operations & Compliance Supervises: Office Manager  Location: Remote (Washington, DC office optional) Benefits: Remote work, flexible hours, health benefits, room for advancement  Salary: competitive. commensurate with experience Overview: Compassion Over Killing (COK) is a national non-profit animal protection charity working to disrupt animal agribusiness and create a kinder world for all. COK is seeking a Director of Operations to oversee the organization’s operational function, manage and fulfill HR needs, and assist with finance management.  Position Objective: Implement, monitor, build upon, and revise, as needed, COK’s operational systems and procedures to ensure federal, state, and local HR and financial compliance, improve internal processes, enhance internal efficiency, increase productivity, and accelerate growth. Work closely with General Counsel/Senior Director of Operations & Compliance and Office Manager to meet internal and external requirements of the organization.   Primary Responsibilities: Manage and ensure that each department's operational function is performed in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with pre-defined goals Develop policies and procedures to ensure clear and consistent execution of programs and operations Oversee and improve internal management, communications, staff coaching, and continued education Facilitate and help manage interdepartmental communications to improve efficiency and flow of information Review and update existing organizational operating procedures on a regular basis and establish new procedures as needed Take lead on providing overall human resources services, including payroll, workers’ compensation, staff benefits, taxes, insurance, and federal/state/local compliance Execute staff onboarding and termination Take lead on coordinating yearly audit and requisite federal/state submissions Liaise with third parties, including accountant, audit firm, and insurance brokers Ensure compliance with organizational policies Review, update, and maintain job descriptions on an annual basis Promote positive and productive work culture  Manage personnel matters Assist with planning staff retreats Assist with employee relations and conduct troubleshooting, training programs, and disciplinary action as needed Assist in budget management and reporting, as well as, tracking overall goals and departmental expenses Oversee process to evaluate overall performance by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data and metrics Qualifications/Who We’re Looking For: Masters preferred or BA/BS degree in business, management, and/or non-profit management Proven experience (3+ years) in management of multiple department coordination, human resources, and finance. Project management or equivalent certifications preferred.  Excellent complex problem solving skills and analytical skills  Extremely detail-oriented and organized Strong writing, public speaking, and communications skills and experience Positive, assertive, and outgoing attitude, and strong interpersonal and social skills Familiarity with ADP, Zenefits (or similar platforms), and banking systems required Familiarity with Salesforce, Expensify, and Google Drive a plus Commitment to the core values of the organization Submit resume and cover letter.  

Specifics: Terms of employment: Full-time, exempt Reports to: Executive Vice President Supervises: Communications Manager  Location: Remote (Washington, DC office optional) Benefits: Remote work, flexible hours, health benefits, room for advancement into Senior Director of Communications and Publicity  Salary: competitive. commensurate with experience Overview: Compassion Over Killing (COK) is a national non-profit animal protection charity working to disrupt animal agribusiness and create a kinder world for all. COK is seeking a Director of Communications and Publicity, which is a new role encompassing traditional public relations work and leading our communications through strategic building and execution of our brand, messaging, and public face.  Position Objective: Build upon and standardize COK’s voice across the organization’s communications for maximum impact. Secure high-impact earned media and reach through other channels to elevate our profile. This high-level position incorporates analytical and creative thinking to amplify COK’s mission.  Primary Responsibilities: Evaluate the strength of COK’s communications and work with senior leadership, and key departments to develop and implement a program for COK’s messaging, voice, brand, and vision Design, manage, and execute COK’s messaging across platforms, including in communications to donors and supporters, the general public, earned media, and other avenues Develop relationships with key reporters and pitch stories and ideas to media outlets Identify key demographics and thought leaders and construct messages for high-impact engagement with them Coach and manage public-facing staff for messaging, brand impact and continuity, and conduct media training for speaking and messaging quality and content Draft written material for a variety of purposes within the organization, including press packs, press releases, development materials, web materials, etc. Develop a deep understanding of the organization’s work and its niche within the movement; craft and apply messaging to maximize the impact and reach of COK’s work Develop and execute a complete public relations strategy, set of processes and metrics, and written material, and integrate this into our strategic plan Arrange publicity opportunities such as speaking engagements, appearances, and interviews Draft talking points for our campaigns, investigations, legal advocacy, outreach, and any other public storytelling opportunities, and prepare our staff for press visits, conferences, and interviews Oversee social media activity to ensure effectiveness of our message and growth in engagement and following Qualifications/Who We’re Looking For: 5+ years experience working as a communications director, public relations lead, publicist, or similar work for an advocacy-oriented organization Master's degree or higher in public relations, communications, journalism, political science, marketing, or related field preferred Proven track record of developing communication strategies, implementing key initiatives, and creating and maintaining strong traditional and online media relationships Expertise and continuing professional development in the best practices of the public relations and communications fields Deep knowledge of farmed animal protection issues, or those in a similar advocacy field such as environmental protection, wildlife, or companion animal advocacy, and public health Positive, assertive, and outgoing attitude, and strong interpersonal and social skills Experience, training, or higher education in business management, project management, process development, entrepreneurship, or similar skills preferred  Strong overall leadership, management, and general problem solving skills required Excellent writing and public speaking skills and experience required, degree and training in these areas preferred Leadership/management experience, specifically in a remote-work environment Commitment to the organization’s mission Submit resume and cover letter.    

About ProVeg ProVeg is a food awareness organisation with the mission to reduce global animal consumption by 50% by the year 2040. We are active in eight countries across four continents and are growing rapidly. We work with governments, private companies, public institutions, medical professionals, and the public to help the world transition to a more plant-based society and economy that is sustainable for humans, animals, and our planet.   Job details  Reports to: International Head of Food Industry & Retail Department: Food Industry & Retail International Location: Remote or Berlin Hours: 40 hours per week   When Application deadline: open until filled Phone interviews: flexible Face to face interviews: flexible Start date: ASAP or January 2020   Role Summary We are looking for an inquisitive and knowledgeable personality who will be responsible for market research within an exciting Horizon 2020 EU project which aims to develop innovative, consumer-ready products based on plant-based proteins that have a high chance of widespread success. By gaining a comprehensive understanding of the competitive and consumer landscapes you will be able to identify the untapped potential for new product development as well as which levers to pull in order to increase trust and consumer acceptance of plant-based products.  The successful applicant will take a hands-on approach, will be able to cope with uncertainties, and will be capable of setting up structures if none exist. They will need to be flexible, adept at multitasking, and must love a challenge. Responsibilities   Keep abreast of recent developments and trends in the food sector, with a focus on new protein sources. Systematic gathering and evaluation of market data. Mapping of current consumer trends and developments in relation to food and drink for both retail and food-service industries, gauged from publicly available research agency reports, institutional and academic publications, and the ProVeg news-tracking database. Plan, coordinate, and implement a consumer survey in multiple European markets as well as China, in collaboration with a market research agency, in order to investigate consumer trust and acceptance of innovative plant-based products and/or ingredients For the consumer survey, develop and validate a questionnaire addressing individual consumers’ awareness, attitudes, values, habits, choice motives, food-technology neophobia, potential facilitators/barriers, consumer trust, acceptance, evoked emotions, and other relevant behavioural indicators towards alternative protein sources and innovative plant-based products. Oversee the implementation of a market-sizing study in different European markets in collaboration with a market research agency in order to map out the revenue generated and the products and players currently operating in the plant-based space, split by category, with the ultimate aim of determining lucrative, high-impact, and differentiated market-entry strategies. Screen food industry news portals in order to keep the ProVeg Food Industry News Tracking Database up to date. Compilation of the latest best practices in the innovation sector of the food and technology carrying out an in-depth analysis of successful cases and benchmarking success factors through qualitative evaluation. Develop and implement further surveys, questionnaires, and rankings. Preparation of reports and presentations. Support the consulting of companies to expand into the plant-based market. Cooperation and dialogue with market research agencies, research networks, and universities. Competencies   Required: Self-starter personality with an inquisitive nature. Relevant academic education (MSc. or PhD. level) in business, consumer research or other relevant fields. 3+ years of experience in research, preferably in the food industry field. Understanding of food trends, data, and developments. Excellent knowledge of research methodologies and evaluation. Analytical, conceptual, and editorial skills. Excellent knowledge of MS Office or similar software. Excellent written and spoken English-language skills. Strong collaborative skills, with the ability to thrive in a team. Excellent interpersonal skills, including confident demeanour.  The successful applicant will be a pragmatic go-getter who is flexible and loves taking on challenges in a fast-paced working environment. Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively Willingness to take on additional tasks as and when they arise Identification with the values and goals of ProVeg International   Preferred:  Experience with Data Analytics and Market Research Software Knowledge about the latest trends in the plant-based food industry Benefits of working with us A strong organisational focus on personal development and designated training budget. Flexible working arrangements. A delicious and healthy vegan lunch every day as well as a regular supply of fresh fruit at our Berlin office. And, last but not least: become part of a great team and work with us towards  a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet Diversity Statement ProVeg is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, regardless of race, religion, colour, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, refugee background, genetic information, disability, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, HIV status, gender identity, or gender expression. People of colour, women, people with disabilities, people from LGBTQIA+ communities, elderly people, refugees, and people living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.    Our Application Procedure Your application should include a cover letter and CV. Send us your application using the online form, and please tell us how you found this job ad.Thank you!   If you have successfully made it to the long list of applicants, you will be invited you for a phone interview, usually within two weeks of the application deadline. Following a successful shortlisting, the next steps will be: An online task. A face-to-face interview (remote possible). If applicable, an optional ‘trial day’ that includes the handling of tasks that are typical for the role you’re applying for. This step helps us to get to know you and your way of working a little better and gives you a chance to get a full picture of the job and the organisation.  The final decision may require an additional interview, usually with Senior Management.

WHO WE ARE The Humane League is an international nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food through institutional and individual change. The Humane League fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods.  We are seeking a Fellow who is self-driven and is interested in learning the in’s and out’s of running a campaign! The Fellow will have full support and guidance from experienced campaigns staff to help them take part in conducting research, creating a campaign plan, and working with other departments at The Humane League to execute that plan. YOUR OPPORTUNITY As a fellow, you will: Tackle real-world challenges that positively impact the lives of animals. Develop your professional skills, and enhance your resume. Collaborate with animal protection professionals, and build lasting relationships with like-minded activists who share your values. Experience the work culture of The Humane League, and learn what it’s really like to work within the animal protection movement. Learn how to perform in-depth research on a target, and how to use the information you find to successfully build pressure on that target. Draft compelling writing about campaigns directed at consumers, activists, and executives.  CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Research a company, its executives, and its consumers and help create a plan for how The Humane League can best target that company with a campaign. Work with Campaigns staff as well as staff in other departments to execute the plan you helped create.  Write text and work with Comms to plan visual elements for the campaign. QUALIFICATIONS Exemplify a strong commitment to The Humane League’s philosophy and activism methodology.  This fellowship requires a time commitment of 20 hours per week. The Humane League offers school credit or a paid stipend as compensation for your time. The stipend for this fellowship is $2400. Must be over 18 years old, have a high school diploma, GED, or college diploma. Excellent communication skills — verbal and written. Attention to detail and willingness to learn. Interest in performing extensive research. Creative critical thinker with an ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. Comfort using major social media platforms including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube. *Please note, this application closes on November 27, 2019. You agree that the fellowship does not create an "employment" relationship under the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA") or any other definition, and the FLSA's minimum wage and overtime provisions do not apply. This fellowship does not replace or displace any employee of The Humane League, and The Humane League does not derive an immediate advantage from the activities performed by you. The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email our  People Operations team  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

WHO WE ARE The Humane League is an international nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food through institutional and individual change. The Humane League fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods.  The Humane League seeks a fellow with a communications, copywriting, or research background who wants to gain experience in creating content for large marketing initiatives and designed pieces. The Fellow will help research and organize vital information for a comprehensive animal agriculture education piece to support The Humane League’s programs. YOUR OPPORTUNITY As a fellow, you will: Tackle real-world challenges that positively impact the lives of animals. Develop your professional skills, and enhance your resume. Collaborate with animal protection professionals, and build lasting relationships with like-minded activists who share your values. Experience the work culture of The Humane League, and learn what it’s really like to work within the animal protection movement. Research, and work with our on-staff experts, to compile and organize in-depth animal agriculture information Take a hands-on role, in partnership with our copywriting and design teams, to help craft that information into a finalized piece.  CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Research in-depth animal agriculture information to support The Humane League’s work Compile this information in an organized and efficient manner. Work with our copywriting and design team (within our Communications Team) to see this information through to a fully realized, finished piece.  QUALIFICATIONS Exemplify a strong commitment to The Humane League’s philosophy and activism methodology.  This fellowship requires a time commitment of 10 hours per week. The Humane League offers school credit or a paid stipend as compensation for your time. The stipend for this fellowship is $1200. Must be over 18 years old, have a high school diploma, GED, or college diploma. Proven experience with in-depth research Excellent communication skills—verbal and written Effective time-management and organizational skills Strong attention to detail Some understanding of design-based thinking preferred *Please note, this application closes on November 27, 2019. You agree that the fellowship does not create an "employment" relationship under the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA") or any other definition, and the FLSA's minimum wage and overtime provisions do not apply. This fellowship does not replace or displace any employee of The Humane League, and The Humane League does not derive an immediate advantage from the activities performed by you. The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email our  People Operations team  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

WHO WE ARE The Humane League is an international nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food through institutional and individual change. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, The Humane League has positioned itself for growth. We have a current staff size of 70+ dispersed across the country and internationally. We are looking to add an experienced leader who is passionate about farmed animal protection and issue organizing to head up our Organizing team. You’ll be a champion of building power through traditional organizing strategies, as well as leveraging data, technology, and innovation to enact change for farmed animals across the United States. YOUR OPPORTUNITY The National Director of Organizing will develop and implement a national strategy to build power by growing and mobilizing the base of volunteers working toward THL’s mission to end the abuse of animals raised for food. The National Director of Organizing is a new, mission-critical role, acting as the lead strategist for community organizing and engagement on THL’s US leadership team. Your skills in building trusting relationships, developing savvy strategies for mobilizing people and advancing grassroots campaign goals, training and mentoring field leaders, and translating complicated data and technology into campaign-ready tools will be critical to your success. You are excited about travel and getting on the ground, where the work is happening. We want you because you are committed to ending the abuse of animals raised for food and are ready to mobilize people to hold corporations accountable—influencing the world’s biggest companies to create and implement animal welfare policies that abolish the worst forms of abuse and reduce the suffering of billions of animals. As part of our entirely distributed team, you will work remotely and may be based anywhere in the contiguous United States with broadband internet and access to a major airport. You’ll love the flexibility and opportunity to do national work from your own community.  This is a full-time, remote position with frequent travel. This is a US-based position. We are only able to consider applicants who possess United States work authorization.  CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and execute campaign strategies Collaborate with the Campaigns and Corporate Relations teams to develop short-term and long-term strategies to achieve THL’s animal welfare policy goals. Lead the national grassroots campaign strategy. Assess possible campaign objectives, targets, partners, and strategies at the organizing level. Build the capacity and vision for national campaigns, manage the planning, implementation and coordination of all grassroots activity. Mobilize an expanding network Develop a program to build a strong, engaged base that can be easily mobilized for advocacy and campaign work. Partner with our Development team to build fundraising and organizational capacity. Support the Digital Mobilization Specialist in designing and managing digital campaigns and increasing the engagement of our online activist team. Help move the growing online community into offline action. Identify, build, and solidify relationships with coalition partners that align with and promote THL’s priorities and initiatives. Develop a protocol for using technology (especially via EveryAction) and data to measure and analyze capacity-building efforts. Train and develop leaders Collaborate with the Training Specialist to develop a training curriculum for organizing staff to build volunteer leaders in their regions, as well as potential annual or biannual training conferences. Work with the Communications team and Training Specialist to develop compelling advocacy materials, using data to tell The Humane League’s story. Oversee the Organizing team Oversee the entire organizing team, including field organizing, digital mobilization, and the student alliance, and provide coaching, mentorship, and guidance. Create and implement a professional development program for the organizing staff, including plans for developing individuals’ skills and increasing knowledge of farmed animal issues and campaigns. QUALIFICATIONS Required: Ability to inspire, mobilize and empower diverse groups of people to execute new and complex projects Strong field organizing background, including experience in advocacy and grassroots campaign planning. Ability to inspire the Organizing team to support grassroots campaigns and drive forward campaign goals. Must demonstrate ability to present each part of complex projects as part of a shared mission. Excellence in organizational management with the ability to build relationships and develop high-performing teams and set and achieve strategic objectives. Experience in training, coaching, and mentoring. Project management skills with the ability to oversee and structure complex projects, plan backwards, and ensure quality end-results are delivered on or ahead of schedule, without crises. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures. Excellent listening, interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills. Highly proficient in using contemporary office software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and the like. Demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly and independently. Experience with any of the following is a plus: EveryAction (or comparable eCRM), Google Drive, Apple Keynote, Slack, Asana, Google sites. Preferred but not required: Experience with digital campaigns, mobilization strategies, or online organizing for policy and social change, including experience with EveryAction. Experience in farmed animal advocacy or animal advocacy. Coalition-building experience. Ability to travel up to 30% of the time. Experience working remotely. Starting salary is $64,000. Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, working from home, flexible holiday and vacation time, room for advancement, and the supportive environment at The Humane League! The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email People Operations (anguyen@thehumaneleague.org) and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

WHO WE ARE The Humane League is an international nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food through institutional and individual change. The Humane League fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods.  The Humane League seeks a Fellow with a research background who wants to gain experience collaborating with other professionals and groups. The Fellow will help develop a volunteer recruitment and retainment plan for The Humane League’s Organizing team. YOUR OPPORTUNITY As a fellow, you will: Tackle real-world challenges that positively impact the lives of animals. Develop your professional skills, including research and project management to enhance your resume. Collaborate with non-profit professionals, and build lasting relationships with like-minded activists who share your values. Experience the work culture of The Humane League, and learn what it’s like to work within the animal protection movement. Learn about various volunteer recruitment methods, which are successful, and how to apply them. Gain experience with facilitating meetings, preparing for and executing interviews, and applying research to real-world situations.  CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Research volunteer recruitment and retainment strategies.  Prepare for and execute interviews with other non-profit organizations to learn from their experience recruiting and retaining volunteers. Maintain detailed records of your research and successes and challenges. Assist the recruitment project team to develop a strategic plan for recruitment and retainment. Schedule and facilitate meetings with other departments within The Humane League to discuss their involvement in the recruitment and retainment plan, as needed. Facilitate meetings with the volunteer recruitment project team and to update everyone on the project, get feedback, and delegate responsibilities, as needed. QUALIFICATIONS Exemplify a strong commitment to The Humane League’s philosophy and activism methodology.  This fellowship requires a time commitment of 20 hours per week. The Humane League offers school credit or a paid stipend as compensation for your time. The stipend for this fellowship is $2400. Must be over 18 years old, have a high school diploma, GED, or college diploma. Research experience using various qualitative and quantitative methods. Must be self-directed with the ability to manage projects with multiple moving parts and meet deadlines Display strong attention to detail, good written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to thrive with minimal direct supervision in a remote workplace. Must have the ability to represent The Humane League in a professional manner when communicating with other organizations. *Please note, this application closes on November 27, 2019. You agree that the fellowship does not create an "employment" relationship under the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA") or any other definition, and the FLSA's minimum wage and overtime provisions do not apply. This fellowship does not replace or displace any employee of The Humane League, and The Humane League does not derive an immediate advantage from the activities performed by you. The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email our  People Operations team  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

WHO WE ARE The Humane League is an international nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food through institutional and individual change. The Humane League fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. The Humane League seeks a  Corporate Animal Welfare Policies Fellow   who is interested in gaining a deeper understanding of corporate welfare reform. The fellow in this position will conduct deep-dive research into food corporations to gain a better understanding of how they work and who the key decision-makers are. This fellow will be responsible for keeping specific food company data for The Humane League’s corporate work up to date, assisting in the development of outreach strategies, and carrying out other small projects. YOUR OPPORTUNITY As a fellow, you will: Tackle real-world challenges that positively impact the lives of animals. Develop your professional skills, and enhance your resume. Collaborate with animal protection professionals, and build lasting relationships with like-minded activists who share your values. Experience the work culture of The Humane League, and learn what it’s really like to work within the animal protection movement. Gain a deep understanding of welfare reform and will contribute to tangible improvements for potentially billions of chickens. Hone research skills and the ability to solve problems creatively. Learn about the food industry, supply chain, and current welfare standards.  CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Research assigned food companies for our corporate database, potentially to include information about corporate structure, products, relationships to other entities, investors, and executives. Assist with developing company-specific strategies by conducting research and synthesizing in a provided strategy portfolio document. Based on interest, the fellow will keep up to date on the latest industry news relevant to a particular sector and create quick summaries to update the corporate relations team. Other projects based on current departmental focus and Fellow’s interests and goals. QUALIFICATIONS Exemplify a strong commitment to The Humane League’s philosophy and activism methodology.  This fellowship requires a time commitment of 20 hours per week. The Humane League offers school credit or a paid stipend as compensation for your time. The stipend for this fellowship is $2400. Must be over 18 years old, have a high school diploma, GED, or college diploma. Impeccable written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy. Creativity and self-motivation. Highly proficient in word processing and spreadsheets. Interest in performing extensive research. Experience or education related to business or finance not required, but a plus. *Please note, this application closes on November 27, 2019. You agree that the fellowship does not create an "employment" relationship under the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA") or any other definition, and the FLSA's minimum wage and overtime provisions do not apply. This fellowship does not replace or displace any employee of The Humane League, and The Humane League does not derive an immediate advantage from the activities performed by you. The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email our  People Operations team  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

WHO WE ARE The Humane League is an international nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food through institutional and individual change. The Humane League fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods.  The Humane League seeks a Fellow with a background in grassroots outreach, campaigning, and digital engagement. The Fellow will help launch and maintain THL’s veg advocacy initiatives, to increase the number of people signing up to try vegan for the month of January, to increase local vegan options available in restaurants across the U.S., and to work on incorporating plant-based initiatives into local Earth Day events.  YOUR OPPORTUNITY As a fellow, you will: Tackle real-world challenges that positively impact the lives of animals Develop your professional skills, and enhance your resume Collaborate with animal protection professionals, and build lasting relationships with like-minded activists who share your values Experience the work culture of The Humane League, and learn what it’s really like to work within the animal protection movement Increase awareness around the benefits of a plant-based diet Gain experience on how to run effective campaigns and engage volunteers CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in organizing and management of veg advocacy campaigns Assist in analyzing the effectiveness of The Humane League/Veganuary collaboration Incorporating plant-based options and awareness into Earth Day events  Assist in the cultivation of Veganuary pledges  Host webinars about how to organize and lead veg options campaigns in local communities across the United States QUALIFICATIONS Exemplify a strong commitment to The Humane League’s philosophy and activism methodology.  Must be over 18 years old, have a high school diploma, GED, or college diploma Strong written and verbal communication skills Organizing/outreach experience Experience working on campaigns and the ability to effectively communicate an idea to a large, broad audience Experience in event planning is preferred but not required Digital engagement experience preferred but not required *Please note, this application closes on November 27, 2019. You agree that the fellowship does not create an "employment" relationship under the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA") or any other definition, and the FLSA's minimum wage and overtime provisions do not apply. This fellowship does not replace or displace any employee of The Humane League, and The Humane League does not derive an immediate advantage from the activities performed by you. The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email our  People Operations team  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

WHO WE ARE The Humane League is an international nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food through institutional and individual change. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, The Humane League has positioned itself for growth. We have a current staff size of 70+ dispersed across the country and internationally. We are looking for seasoned organizer, base-builder, and leadership developer to lead a team of Field Organizers to mobilize a growing base of activists. YOUR OPPORTUNITY Reporting to the National Director of Organizing, you will work on a team of three Regional Organizing Managers to oversee our distributed national organizing program. You will be responsible for strengthening and growing THL’s grassroots reach, managing regional and local Field Organizers and delivering results for field campaigns across the US. Additionally, you will actively monitor developments in the field, implement field tactics, lead trainings, provide fundraising support, and represent THL at events, conferences, and occasionally to the media. You are ideal for this position because you have deep organizing knowledge, experience building volunteer capacity, and enthusiasm for engaging volunteers in programs, preferably with experience executing successful grassroots campaigns. You have exceptional speaking, writing, and motivational skills combined with a well-developed command of people management, communications, and outreach best practices. This is a full-time, remote position with opportunities to travel one to two times per quarter.  This is a US-based position. We are only able to consider applicants who possess United States work authorization. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Drive efforts to build a strong, engaged base that can be easily mobilized for advocacy and campaign work. Support the National Director of Organizing to develop and execute campaign plans and effective organizing tactics to achieve THL’s animal welfare policy goals. Recruit, train, develop, manage and provide leadership to regional and local Field Organizers. Work closely with the National Director of Organizing and other Field Organizing Managers to shape THL’s strategy for volunteer engagement. Track progress on goals to increase the size and engagement of THL’s network. Establish accountability systems in the field to ensure that campaign goals are met, including the implementation of debriefs and assessments. Work with the National Director of Organizing and Regional Organizing Management team to develop and streamline resources to support field campaign activity and training. Fulfill administrative responsibilities, including tracking income and expenses in line with the budget for your region, overseeing timekeeping for employees, reporting progress on goals, and maintaining records for future organizing efforts. Attend occasional activist events (at least a few per year) to “stay in the game” and deeply understand Field Organizers’ experience and needs. Potential to take on a specialization relevant to your strengths within the Regional Organizing Management team. Travel occasionally for biannual staff retreats, activist events, and regional activist trainings. QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated ability to build and motivate teams and work effectively in a team environment, both in a management and support role. Ability and enthusiasm to effectively motivate, empower, and engage various target audiences. Excellent listening, interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills. Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts while maintaining important and effective relationships. Effective time management skills, including prioritizing and managing multiple tasks, and demonstrated ability to work independently within context of a plan. Experience managing volunteers on grassroots campaigns. Deep passion for developing volunteer-centric organizing strategies. Highly proficient in using contemporary office software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and the like. Demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly and independently. Experience with any of the following is a plus: EveryAction, Google Drive, Apple Keynote, Slack, Asana, Google sites. Willing to travel 1-2 times per quarter. Previous experience managing employees is preferred, but not required. Starting salary is $56,000. Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, working from home, flexible holiday and vacation time, room for advancement, and the supportive environment at The Humane League! The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email People Operations (anguyen@thehumaneleague.org) and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

WHO WE ARE The Humane League is an international nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food through institutional and individual change.  The Humane League Labs (THL Labs) is the research arm of The Humane League, and our mission is to inform advocacy strategies through actionable research on their effectiveness.  We are seeking a creative, resourceful and self-motivated Research Fellow to participate and assist in data collection, analysis and reporting for research projects related to farm animal advocacy. YOUR OPPORTUNITY As a fellow, you will: Contribute to real-world research projects that positively impact the lives of animals. Develop your professional research skills, and enhance your resume. Collaborate with animal protection professionals, and build lasting relationships with like-minded activists who share your values. Experience the work culture of The Humane League, and learn what it’s really like to work within the animal protection movement. Bring to your work a desire to learn and grow.  CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Develop well-written and well-documented code to clean, analyze and visualize data gathered in research. Assist in drafting final reports documenting methodologies, data, analysis and conclusions and revise them in a highly collaborative environment. Help develop statistical approaches and metrics; evaluate biases and controls in experimental methodology. Participate in the development of the rationale behind the data analysis; make logical inferences and generate meaningful conclusions from the results. Participate in the development of creative ideas for future research projects and extensions of existing analyses. QUALIFICATIONS Exemplify a strong commitment to The Humane League’s philosophy and activism methodology.  This fellowship requires a time commitment of 20 hours per week. The Humane League offers school credit or a paid stipend as compensation for your time. The stipend for this fellowship is $2400. Must be over 18 years old, have a high school diploma, GED, or college diploma. Comfortable writing clear, testable, well-documented computer code, especially in languages typically used in data science such as R or Python.  An elementary background in statistics and an aptitude for mathematical reasoning.  Ability and willingness to clearly communicate the complexities and subtleties of their work both verbally and in writing. Familiarity with research methods, scientific principles, and philosophies (e.g., survey methodologies, experiment design, randomized controlled trials, or causal inference from observational data). Strong analytical skills accompanied by steadfast curiosity and technical creativity. A disposition that favors evidence-based reasoning and critical thinking. Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality and accuracy in all research output. A deep and enduring commitment to high standards of ethics in research including, but not limited to, matters of data use and storage, handling of privileged information, attribution of credit, conflicts of interest, protocol compliance, and correction of errors.  *Please note, this application closes on November 27, 2019. You agree that the fellowship does not create an "employment" relationship under the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA") or any other definition, and the FLSA's minimum wage and overtime provisions do not apply. This fellowship does not replace or displace any employee of The Humane League, and The Humane League does not derive an immediate advantage from the activities performed by you. The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email our  People Operations team  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Position Objective: To travel extensively in order to oversee the day-to-day administrative duties associated with tours and other events for PETA's youth outreach efforts   Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Coordinate the travel logistics for assigned tours and events • Closely monitor the tour crew members • Develop cross-training on administrative tasks • Manage PETA expenses for the tour team • Present educational content about animal rights to elementary-school students across the country • Liaise with PETA office staffers about inclusion on social-networking sites, weekly highlight reports, and corresponding blog posts • Catalog and process all data gathered on tours and at events • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor   Qualifications: • At least one season of youth outreach or equivalent experience • Extensive experience with Microsoft Office software • Proven knowledge of youth culture • Proven knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns • Demonstrated willingness and ability to initiate conversations about animal rights and communicate effectively with a variety of people • Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail • Willingness and ability to travel extensively and keep a flexible schedule • Adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle • Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis • Ability to walk and stand for several hours at a time • Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license and passport, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record • Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues • Commitment to the objectives of the organization  

WHO WE ARE The Humane League is an international farm animal advocacy group. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, The Humane League has positioned itself for growth. We have a current staff size of 80+ dispersed across the country and internationally. The Humane League is seeking an experienced major gifts professional who enjoys building lasting relationships with individuals, and who is dedicated to our mission to end the abuse of animals raised for food. YOUR OPPORTUNITY The Senior Donor Relations Officer will report to the Director of Donor Relations, and will work closely with the President, Senior Director of Development, and other Donor Relations team members to cultivate, solicit, and steward our most generous supporters. This role is integral to the success of The Humane League’s expanding Development program, and will be critical to helping a high-impact organization achieve sustainable growth.  You are a great candidate for this role if you are an experienced relationship-builder and philanthropic strategist, passionate about The Humane League’s mission, have the ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment, and be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects efficiently. This is a full-time, remote position. Candidates must reside in either the Pacific or Mountain time zones, preference given to candidates who reside in San Francisco or Los Angeles. We are only able to consider applicants who possess United States work authorization . CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and execute cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for a portfolio of high-net worth individuals in the Western United States to secure major gifts Collaborate with Development and Leadership staff to support Executive-level major gifts fundraising Support the development and execution of fundraising and cultivation events including in-person events, happy hours, conferences, and virtual town halls Solicit and lead committees of donor volunteers to host private house parties in collaboration with the Fundraising Events Coordinator Collaborate with Development staff to qualify and upgrade major giving prospects from annual fund and mid-level programs Stay current on The Humane League’s programs and theory of change to effectively articulate our mission and represent our work to the public Travel regularly to meet with donors in the Western United States, attend conferences, events, and two strategy retreats per year Conduct research and briefings on donors and prospects Work with program staff to draft tailored donor correspondence, proposals, impact reports, and other communications Maintain detailed donor files in the donor database  Maintain an understanding of related philanthropic opportunities including but not limited to legacy giving, foundational giving, leadership giving, and peer-to-peer giving  Related activities that fall within the scope of responsibilities or as assigned by your manager DESIRED SKILLS Experience with relational databases (e.g. EveryAction), spreadsheets, Google Docs, Asana, and Slack Background or demonstrated interest in farmed animal welfare Experience in project management, including establishing project scope, timelines, and execution Experience planning and executing intimate fundraising events, especially house parties Experience developing and writing donor proposals Experience with planned giving Experience with foundations Experience working with an organization’s leadership team to develop and execute coordinated strategies Familiarity with a remote working environment REQUIRED SKILLS Four or more years of directly applicable professional experience in major gifts fundraising Track record of soliciting and securing five- to seven-figure gifts Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategies and overcome obstacles to achieve  goals Strong ability to communicate persuasively verbally, in presentations, and in writing Outstanding organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize activities, and be flexible in adjusting expectations as new developments occur Strong capacity to take initiative, work independently, and follow through to execute on project ideas Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work  Exceptional listening and interpersonal skills, including curiosity, empathy, and diplomacy Ability to maintain composure, flexibility, and levity under tight deadlines Willingness to take direction and embrace a collaborative spirit Ability to travel up to 50% of the time to support relationships and events as required Availability to work night and weekend hours as needed Starting annual salary is $56,000, with additional consideration for cost of living for candidates residing in preferred locations. Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, working from home, flexible holiday and vacation time, room for advancement, and the supportive environment at The Humane League! The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

Sentient Media is a journalistic nonprofit media outlet focused on animal matters, rights, and welfare. We are seeking an experienced part time Major Gifts Officer to research, cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts. 
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years of demonstrable and successful experience performing personal solicitations of gifts in excess of $5,000. Additional qualifications include: ability to participate in all aspects of the gift cycle, i.e., make cold calls; initiate contacts with potential donors; and develop appropriate cultivation strategies for them knowledge and understanding of the animal rights movement and the ability to speak to issues of concern to donors in a respectful and empathic manner excellent communication skills including public speaking, presentations and writing excellent computer skills — experience with a CRM is a plus. Hours anticipated: 20-25 per week Salary range: $23,000-$28,000 depending on experience Please submit cover letter and resume to recruiting@sentientmedia.org