Corporate Responsibility Officer

Position Objective:

To conduct PETA's work with major corporations

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop and carry out action plans for PETA's work with major corporations

• Decide on and maintain effective contacts with major corporations in order to further PETA's work

• Prepare and deliver presentations to executives in order to make the case for animal welfare changes

• Attend and speak at annual shareholder meetings of major corporations

• Draft shareholder resolutions and supporting statements regarding animal issues with major corporations

• Research the animal welfare guidelines that are being enforced by major corporations

• Research and work with firms that hold large amounts of stock in major corporations that abuse animals

• Represent PETA's corporate campaigns to the media and the general public

• Travel to attend meetings or news conferences

• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor 

 Qualifications:

• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience 

• Minimum of two years of previous experience in advocacy, public relations, or corporate responsibility

• Demonstrated ability to comfortably create and deliver presentations, address and overcome objections, and negotiate and close deals

• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns

• Proven exceptional organizational and writing skills

• Demonstrated effective research skills

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively

• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.

• 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

• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy 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