Animal Welfare Issues Coordinator / Animal Welfare Issues Coordinatoress

ANIMAL WELFARE ISSUES COORDINATOR (m/f/d)

Part-time / 80% / Zurich, Switzerland

FOUR PAWS is the global animal welfare organization dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by animals under direct human influence. We reveal suffering, rescue animals in need, and work diligently to protect them. Discover more about our sustainable campaigns and projects at four-paws.org.

Are you eager to make a meaningful contribution? Join us in our mission to improve the lives of animals. We are looking for dedicated individuals to enhance our team.

Your Contribution Will Include:

• Building and sharing expertise on animal welfare issues impacting wild and companion animals, including industry trends, corporate practices, campaigning methods, public engagement, and regulatory frameworks.
• Supporting the planning and implementation of campaigns and projects in collaboration with national and international teams, with a special emphasis on the French-speaking region of Switzerland (Suisse romande).
• Conducting research and analysis of scientific literature, government policies, market trends, and company practices to inform campaign strategies and uncover relevant opportunities.
• Assisting in the creation of campaign materials in partnership with internal teams.
• Participating in organization-wide discussions and promoting knowledge transfer across teams to maximize our collective impact for animals.
• Engaging with external stakeholders in the Suisse romande and representing FOUR PAWS Switzerland at relevant meetings, working groups, media interactions, and presentations.

Your Profile Ideally Illustrates:

• A passion for animal welfare aligned with the vision and mission of FOUR PAWS.
• A degree or initial professional experience in a related field such as animal welfare, biology, campaigning, veterinary medicine, communications, marketing, political science, law, or a similar discipline.
• An understanding of the current animal welfare landscape in Switzerland.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Fluency in French (spoken and written), very good English skills, and the capability to communicate confidently in German.
• Motivation, adaptability, and a drive to make a significant impact.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication and collaboration skills.
• A talent for simplifying complex issues into engaging and accessible narratives.
• A willingness to occasionally work at weekend events.

Our Offer Includes:

• The opportunity to make a genuine contribution to global animal welfare.
• A diverse, multinational team united by the spirit of ONE FOUR PAWS.
• A modern workplace in Zurich, conveniently accessible by public transport.
• A dog-friendly work environment.
• A generous leave policy: 5 weeks of vacation per year and additional family days at the year's end.
• A comprehensive benefits package.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.