The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) Foundation is a UK-based charity dedicated to establishing and protecting the rights of all animals.
Like humans, animals are capable of suffering and have interests in leading their own lives; therefore, they are not ours to use – for experimentation, food, clothing, entertainment or any other reason. PETA and our affiliates around the world educate policymakers and the public about cruelty to animals and promote an understanding of the right of all animals to be treated with respect.
PETA works through public education, research, legislation, special events, celebrity involvement and protest campaigns. PETA believes in non-violence and does not advocate or support actions in which anyone, human or non-human, is harmed. PETA is a charitable organisation that works to educate the public about the horrors of cruelty to animals through peaceful means.
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Position Objective:
To coordinate PETA's captive animal protection campaigns and to investigate and intervene in a wide range of abuse cases involving animals in zoos
Term of Employment:
Full-time
Reports to:
Director of Captive Animal Rescue and Enforcement
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Identify, expose, and recommend improvements regarding problem areas in zoos accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association
Conduct research and write materials to advance PETA's captive animal protection campaigns
Answer inquiries, respond to complaints, and provide intervention and assistance in a wide variety of situations involving animals in zoos
Present PETA's position to print, radio, and television media
Mobilize PETA members and activists through letters, phone calls, and action alerts to contact elected officials, businesses, and sponsors on issues affecting captive animals
Attend industry conferences
Provide public comments on captive animal issues at legislative hearings
Develop and maintain relationships with exotic-animal experts, keepers, and sanctuaries and with whistleblowers and government agencies to obtain assistance with specific cases and legislation
Monitor and support legislative efforts and the development of industry guidelines to ban, restrict, or improve conditions for animals in zoos
Identify opportunities and coordinate campaign-related rescues of animals in zoos
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Perform any other duties assigned by supervisor
Qualifications:
Degree in a related field and/or knowledge of captive animal issues
Proven knowledge of issues related to captive animals in zoos preferred
Proven exceptional writing and research skills
Good public-speaking skills required
Supportive position vis-à-vis PETA's philosophy and ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
Good proofreading and organizational skills
Ability to handle cruelty complaint calls in a professional and confidential manner
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work
