DC Campaigns Organizer
About The Position
The DC Campaigns Organizer will lead and coordinate demonstrations, tables, and campaign projects in and around Washington D.C. for PETA's Campaigns Division. This role involves making an impact in the community by attending local events, coordinating various demos and outreach projects, and conducting research and analysis to support PETA's campaigns. The organizer will also assist campaign staff with administrative tasks, cultivate relationships with activists, and establish confidence and enthusiasm among organizers by offering advice and prompt communication. Additionally, the role requires staying informed about local and national news relevant to PETA's campaigns, developing and managing specific projects, and traveling when necessary to support demonstrations and events. Collaboration with other PETA Foundation departments, such as Production, Literature, and Communications, is essential for creating materials and securing media opportunities. The position also involves performing any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent grassroots activism experience
- Extensive knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with activists
- Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proven excellent research and analytical skills
- Demonstrated ability to think critically and creatively
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a professional and personable manner
- Ability to organize and manage multiple projects
- Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
- Willingness and ability to travel to geographically adjacent demonstrations and events
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 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
- Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
- Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Responsibilities
- Lead PETA’s presence at local tabling events and demonstrations
- Attend local events to make an impact in your community
- Coordinate a wide variety of demos and outreach projects in support of PETA's campaigns
- Conduct research, writing, and analysis in support of PETA's campaigns
- Assist campaigns division staff and other department members with administrative tasks
- Cultivate relationships with activists by explaining and presenting opportunities to participate in PETA’s campaigns
- Establish confidence and enthusiasm for organizers by offering advice and promptly returning correspondence
- Conduct research and analysis on campaign targets
- Keep informed about local and national news stories and track stories relevant to the area and PETA’s campaigns
- Develop and manage specific projects as determined by the campaigns manager and other stakeholders
- Travel when necessary to organize, attend, and support demonstrations and events
- Work with the PETA Foundation's Production Department to create provocative materials to further animal rights or push companies to change
- Work with the PETA Foundation's Literature Department to ensure organizers have compelling materials for their demonstrations
- Collaborate with the PETA Foundation's Communications Department to secure media opportunities for grassroots organizers supporting PETA's campaigns
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Benefits
- A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
