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Position Objective:
To plan and execute campaign actions across Europe to ensure the success of PETA’s anti-bullfighting campaign, with a focus on successfully ending the Catholic Church’s support of bullfighting.
Location:
Remote in Rome, Italy (preferred). Other locations in Italy, France, or Spain may be considered.
Contract type:
Contractor (self-employed)
Rate of pay:
Dependent on location
Reports to:
Campaign Manager, Animals in Entertainment
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Conceive of, organise, and oversee disruptions, demonstrations, and other campaign projects
Recruit and liaise with activists in Europe, with the aim of building relationships with and a network of key activists, and enlist their assistance when needed to deliver on campaign goals
Stay informed of significant events and decision-makers within the Catholic Church and identify opportunities to advance the anti-bullfighting message
Coordinate projects for PETA’s anti-bullfighting campaign, including producing new content, conducting research, and writing letters
Work with the PETA US production team to create and redesign posters, banners, literature, and other outreach materials as needed
Act as a spokesperson, representing the organisation at public-speaking engagements, in debates, and to the media and general public
Maintain the volunteer and activist database
Travel when necessary to help with demonstrations, tabling, and other events or hold such events independently when requested
Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

Fluency in English required; fluency in Spanish, Italian, or French desirable
Activist experience required
Experience working on campaigns preferred
Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA’s campaigns
Ability to advocate for the organisation’s positions on issues professionally to a wide variety of people
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A self-starter, who demonstrates initiative
Proven ability to be creative and strategic
Proven ability to be flexible in a fast-paced, changeable environment
Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Proven excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated punctuality and dependability
Willingness to work evenings and weekends and to travel as required
Adherence to a vegan lifestyle
Commitment to the objectives of the organisation