Animal Law and Policy Institute/Farmed Animal Advocacy Clinic, Program Coordinator

Staff Openings • South Royalton, VT

17d

About The Position

Vermont Law and Graduate School seeks an experienced Program Coordinator to facilitate operations for the Animal Law and Policy Institute (ALPI) and Farmed Animal Advocacy Clinic (FAAC). The coordinator supports the organizations’ missions and goals, identifies operational needs and obstacles, and helps develop and implement effective responses. The role collaborates with and represents ALPI and FAAC across VLGS departments and programs, with students and alumni, and with outside organizations.

The coordinator assists with data compilation and quarterly and annual reports, onboarding and supporting fellows and scholars, outreach and communications, event planning, grant submissions and reporting, and administrative work. In coordination with marketing and communications colleagues and web designers, the role supports publications, social media, print materials, event tabling, and website updates to increase awareness of ALPI and FAAC.

The position involves substantial desk and computer work, requires the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently and as part of a team, and includes occasional bending and lifting for filing and storage. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Physical ability to perform the essential functions, with or without basic accommodations, is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated familiarity with the field of animal protection.
• Experience in a Windows/Microsoft environment and expertise with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Proficiency in creating social media posts and using analytics.
• Fundraising and program development experience.
• Ability to create and maintain systems, projects, and processes.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, use time effectively, establish priorities, and communicate expectations to stakeholders.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Ability and willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to a changing technological work environment.
• Understanding of and appreciation for inclusion, and ability to work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds, identities, and viewpoints.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, as well as collaboratively, to meet deadlines and goals.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining a personable approach with faculty and students.
• Ability to communicate clearly and fluently in English by phone, email, and in person with internal and external constituents.
• Must be legally able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Physical ability to perform all essential job functions with or without basic accommodations.
• Ability to bend and lift up to 15 pounds for filing and storage.
• Willingness and ability to perform 90% or more desk work, sitting or standing, including repetitive computer work.

Responsibilities

• Participate in implementing the missions and goals of ALPI and FAAC.
• Identify needs and obstacles and design and implement effective responses.
• Collaborate with and represent ALPI and FAAC to VLGS departments and programs, current and prospective students, alumni, and outside organizations.
• Assist with data compilation and preparation of quarterly and annual reports for ALPI and FAAC.
• Assist with onboarding and support for fellows and scholars.
• Assist with outreach, communications, event planning, grant submission and reporting, and administrative tasks.
• Coordinate with marketing and communications colleagues to promote ALPI and FAAC through publications, social media, print materials, and event tabling.
• Work with marketing and communications staff and web designers on website updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level