Job Description
Position Objective:
To provide a wide range of high-level support and advice to the president
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Research and assess situations, projects and developments in the U.S. and overseas involving potential or actual animal rights issues, and offer strategical and data-informed advice.
• Assign tasks to other departments and supervise their progress, alert president to important developments
• Conduct research and craft and draft correspondence and briefings on a wide range of animal rights topics and inquiries
• Assist with investigations, events, meetings, and presentations, as required.
• Interact professionally and diplomatically with PETA donors, celebrities, and others who contact the Office of the President
• Assist various departments, such as PETA’s community animal project on occasion and in emergencies
• Professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the president
Qualifications:
• Exceptional written and verbal professional communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns and interest in preventing cruelty to animals
• Demonstrated superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Proven project management skills
• Proven effective research skills
• Proven ability to exercise initiative, independent judgment, and decision making
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate problems, identify opportunities, and take an active approach to responsibilities
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• This position requires proof of the COVID-19 full vaccination and booster
• 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
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is the largest animal rights organization in the world, with more than 6.5 million members and supporters.
PETA focuses its attention on the four areas in which the largest numbers of animals suffer the most intensely for the longest periods of time: in the food industry, in the clothing trade, in laboratories, and in the entertainment industry. We also work on a variety of other issues, including the cruel killing of rodents, birds, and other animals who are often considered “pests” as well as cruelty to domesticated animals.
