Grassroots Activism Coordinator

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Position Objective: To work with activists to increase the effectiveness and frequency of activism and to encourage deeper commitments to animal rights and PETA Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Encourage and facilitate local grassroots activism in the United States and Canada • Enlist grassroots activist support for PETA’s larger campaigns initiatives • Cultivate relationships with activists by offering timely advice and supporting brainstorming and goal setting, and promptly returning correspondence • Work with the PETA Foundation's Literature Department to ensure organizers have materials for their demonstrations • Work with PETA Foundation’s Marketing Department to promote time sensitive demonstrations to PETA’s nearby members and supporters • Work with the Communications Department to facilitate positive interactions between media and activists • Work with the PETA Foundation's Production Department to create provocative and educational protest materials • Organize and manage consecutive projects to successful completion and on schedule • Assist with the development of activist organizations in areas of the country lacking leadership in order to strengthen PETA's Activist Network • Assist with maintaining PETA's Action Team database • Travel to demonstrations in support of PETA campaigns • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor Requirements • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience • At least three years of activism experience • Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns • Outgoing and personable manner and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Experience with Windows operating system • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook as well as a willingness to learn new software • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with activists • Ability to take initiative and follow through to prioritize and complete objectives • Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines • Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail • Demonstrated ability to think critically and creatively • Proven ability to work independently and with minimal supervision • Willingness and ability to travel • 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 • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. • Professional appearance and adherence to a vegan lifestyle • Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues • Commitment to the objectives of the organization The hourly pay range for this position is $19.40 - $23.83 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 . Application Deadline: Applications for this position will be accepted until September 2, 2026. We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.