Job Description
Are you a campaigner who wants to make a real difference for companion animals? This is an exciting time to join Woodgreen as we develop our evidence-based campaigns function.
We’re looking for a Campaigns Officer to play a key role in shaping and delivering Woodgreen’s campaign and advocacy work; someone who will support the development, delivery and evaluation of regional and national campaigns aimed at improving companion animal welfare. Motivated by evidence, collaboration and a shared commitment to making life better for pets and the people who care for them, our successful applicant will work closely with the Senior Campaigns & Policy Lead and the rest of the policy and impact team to help translate Woodgreen’s evidence, experience and values into compelling campaigns. They will be pivotal to influencing public opinion, stakeholders, and decision-makers to drive systemic change and achieve positive outcomes for pets and their people. If you have;
* Significant experience working in a campaigns or advocacy role, with experience in animal welfare, social policy or a related sectors an advantage.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging campaign materials for diverse audiences.
* A detailed understanding of the UK campaigning landscape, with the ability to identify opportunities and anticipate challenges.
* Experience building and maintaining relationships with a range of stakeholders.
* A proactive flexible approach, with the confidence to work independently and as part of a small, collaborative team.
* A passion for companion animal welfare and empathy for the challenges faced by pet owners.
we would love to hear from you!
The starting salary for this position is £28,873 - £32,081 per annum depending on experience. This is complemented by;
* 36 days annual leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year to a maximum of 40 days after five years
* Up to 8% employer pension contributions
* Support towards healthcare costs (cashplan)
* Employee wellbeing package to include free access to Headspace
* Life assurance (4x salary)
* Enhanced parental leave (subject to qualifying period)
* Benefits hub – exclusive discounts on popular brands
* 25% discount in our charity shops
This is a full time, permanent, hybrid position with the expectation that our successful applicant will work approximately 1 - 2 days a month from our Godmanchester site.
Please note that this role is subject to a range of pre-employment checks to include a basic DBS check. You will also need to have existing Right to Work in the UK to apply for this opportunity as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
Woodgreen is committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and, as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.
Early application is encouraged as this position may close sooner than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found.
Woodgreen is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.