Remote Program Director, Animal Cruelty Policy & Campaigns

Humane Society of the United States; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Humane World for Animals is seeking a Program Director, Animal Cruelty for the Companion Animals department. This full-time remote position is based in the United States, with a salary range of $90,000 to $135,000, commensurate with experience.

You will lead strategy, manage staff and consultants, lobby officials, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure effective communications and fundraising. A Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), nine years of relevant experience, strong leadership,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum nine years of experience working with law enforcement and related federal, state and local laws and policies.
• Management/supervisory experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant animal cruelty issues at local, state and federal level.
• Must be willing and able to travel.
• Leadership ability; adaptable and proactive in fast-paced settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of business operations including budget development and management.

Responsibilities

• Develops campaign efforts on assigned focus area and coordinates with departments and State Directors to advance legislative, rulemaking, and litigation initiatives.
• Develops strategies, program plans and metrics for evaluation and provides expertise to advance issues.
• Manages staff and consultants; provides training and career development.
• Lobbies government officials to advance campaigns and builds partnerships with stakeholders.
• Ensures public policy efforts receive external media and communications coverage; enhances the organization’s reputation.
• Oversees development of materials, communications, briefs, and presentations related to the focus area.
• Drafts grants and donor documents to support Philanthropy and works with budget leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Humane World for Animals is seeking a Program Director, Animal Cruelty for the Companion Animals department. This full-time remote position is based in the United States, with a salary range of $90,000 to $135,000, commensurate with experience.

You will lead strategy, manage staff and consultants, lobby officials, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure effective communications and fundraising. A Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), nine years of relevant experience, strong leadership,