An experienced lobbyist and communicator with sound understanding of trade policies is required by four major international animal welfare organisations. The coordinator will work towards the integration of animal welfare concerns in international trade issues. This high-level negotiator will:
Devise, lead and implement trade advocacy strategy
Monitor multilateral and bilateral trade agreements and ensure that animal welfare effects are considered
Maintain and develop contacts with governments, EU institutions and international trade bodies such as the WTO
Work with key developing countries to promote positive effects of high animal welfare standards
Encourage and advise animal welfare NGOs on trade-related campaigns
Liaise closely with the four funding organisation, but report to an agreed supervisor
Have an excellent command of English (oral and written) and another language is an asset (Spanish, French)
Be highly organised (ability to work independently)
The consultancy fee will be £30.000 to £35.0000 depending on experience pro rata for 3 days a week (21 hours)Place of employment is Horsham (UK), but the candidate will be required to travel frequently.Closing Date: (for receipt of applications) 30th September 2009.Please send your CV and letter of motivation to:Mr. David Bowles, Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Southwater, Horsham, West Sussex RH13 9RS, UK.
