Youth Outreach Coordinator
PETA seeks a driven, passionate animal rights activist to help bring our message animals are not ours to experiment on, eat, wear, or use for entertainment - to younger generations. This role centres on outreach - on the streets, at concerts, on university campuses, and in other public spaces. If you love connecting with others, engaging in conversations, and inspiring compassion in new audiences, this is the role for you.
Please note that this role will involve regular travel throughout the UK.
Objective:
To implement initiatives which promote animal rights messages to young people
Term of Employment:
1-year contract, full-time
Location:
Hybrid (one day a week in the London office and as required for meetings and events)
Salary:
£30,000
Reports to:
VP of Programs and Operations
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
* Organise and participate in public-awareness campaigns, including tabling, leafleting and other outreach events, with the aim of engaging young people at colleges, universities, concerts, or other events
* Recruit and inspire activists, particularly those aged 14-21, to participate in PETA outreach activities and to initiate their own to reach their peers
* Make suggestions about potential outreach opportunities and approaches
* Develop new campaign materials, including leaflets and stickers, that appeal to young people
* Coordinate projects, including conducting research and writing letters
* Represent PETA in the press, at public-speaking events, and to the general public
* Analyse the impact of each action and adjust efforts accordingly
* Travel to coordinate events
* Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
* Prior animal activism experience
* Outgoing, personable manner
* Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and philosophy
* Adherence to a vegan lifestyle
* Understanding of youth culture and trends
* Proven ability to take initiative and follow through
* Willingness to travel
* Valid UK driver s license strongly preferred
* Commitment to the objectives of the organisation