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Position Objectives:
- To provide high-level support to the senior director and senior vice president of the Media Relations Department
- To initiate and manage a variety of projects for the Media Relations Department
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
- Represent the senior director and senior vice president in all forms of communication regarding campaigns, advertisements, and media inquiries
- Develop, manage, and execute a variety of projects in consultation with senior staff, and make sound, independent decisions in their absence
- Conduct research, prepare written analyses, schedule and lead meetings, and draft correspondence on behalf of senior staff and/or to support the department's special projects
- Draft and update detailed reports, SOPs, speeches, and letters covering a variety of issues
- Organize mailings to media industry contacts, coordinate media tours, and help execute other media and/or advertising-related initiatives
- Use WordPress to manage Media Center projects
- Coordinate department-wide initiatives, lead weekly and monthly meetings, and make travel and other logistical arrangements as needed
- Professionally represent PETA's campaigns to the media and the general public
- Exercise sound judgment and confidentiality at all times
- Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors
- Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Two years of high-level administrative support experience
- Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
- Demonstrated exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional writing abilities, especially in composing and editing letters
- Proven ability to make sound judgments and work independently
- Demonstrated ability to deal with a wide range of people in a professional manner
- 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
- Proven ability to take initiative and follow through
- Proven strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
- Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
- COVID-19 full vaccination and booster recommended
- Commitment to the objectives of the organization
The hourly pay range for this position is $20.29 to $24.92 per hour. The ultimate hourly pay within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and the cost of living in the area in which the candidate will live and work.
A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here.
