Campaign Specialist, U.S. and Canada

Remote in the United States

Mercy For Animals aims to end industrial animal agriculture by constructing a just and sustainable food system. We envision a world where animals are respected, protected, and free

As a leading farmed animal advocacy organization, we know that achieving this goal requires a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment—one that welcomes and sparks new perspectives and innovative ideas. If you are passionate about our mission, driven to make a big impact for animals, and eager to be part of a dedicated team, join us!

We currently seek a campaigns specialist, u.s. and canada to join our campaigns team. In this role, you will help plan and execute sustained-pressure campaigns that effectively influence public opinion and motivate major corporations and industry stakeholders to adopt and implement animal welfare policies that eliminate some of the cruelest practices inflicted on farmed animals in their food supply chains. 

You will do invaluable work:

• Work with the campaigns manager and campaigns specialists to develop effective campaign strategies for moving food-industry players to adopt and implement animal welfare commitments in the United States and Canada
• Research key details of major corporations and industry stakeholders, including corporate structure, history, animal welfare standards, sustainability policies, leadership, social media handles, and affiliates
• Research and propose campaign plans and tactics
• Conduct outreach to key food-industry stakeholders, including executives at food companies, producers, and associations, as needed
• Draft content for external-facing campaign materials 
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and consistent campaign materials that are compliant with internal legal, editorial, and messaging standards
• Collaborate with other departments at Mercy For Animals to assist in coordinating the creation of campaign materials
• Communicate and coordinate with external representatives to implement in-home and out-of-home print and digital advertising tactics through channels outside Mercy For Animals
• On occasion, attend coalition calls and collaborate with other nonprofit organizations driving food-industry policy change
• Represent Mercy For Animals during on-the-ground actions, such as demonstrations and other events
• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures
• Perform any other duties assigned 

Your qualifications will take our campaigns team to the next level:

• Minimum of one year’s professional experience in awareness-raising campaigning, issue advocacy, corporate relations, project management, or a related area
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and research skills
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Working understanding of the U.S. food industry and the country’s key farmed animal welfare issues
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally and persuasively
• Comfort with confrontation and public advocacy
• Willingness to work on initiatives that publicly target companies, industries, and individuals
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization
• Commitment and openness to continued personal and organizational growth in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice principles 

About Your Team Leader

Makayla Rosas is the campaigns manager at Mercy For Animals, where she’s dedicated over three years to running corporate animal welfare initiatives. With extensive experience across the nonprofit sector—spanning education, healthcare, and animal protection—she brings a diverse perspective to her advocacy work. A passionate vegan for over 12 years, Makayla is committed to creating a more just world for all beings. She resides in gloomy Portland, Oregon, with her husband and their beloved companion animals: Fang, Bean, and Totoro.

Compensation and Benefits

Earn an annual salary of $47,400–$50,267, depending on qualifications. In addition to a collaborative and innovative work environment, you will be able to take part in our benefits package, including no- or low-cost health, vision, and dental insurance; generous paid time off and sick leave; and 401(k) retirement plan, with a dollar-to-dollar employer match of up to 3% of your annual earnings.

Application Details

We consider traditional and nontraditional qualifications and carefully review each application, resume, and cover letter. Feel encouraged to go outside a traditional cover letter and state how you would add to our culture; what we would gain from having you on our team; and how you align with our organizational vision, mission, and values. 

Our Commitment to You

Mercy For Animals is a globally minded organization. We are committed to the principles of equity and justice, and our culture celebrates authenticity—enabling every team member to shine. All employment decisions are based solely on individual qualifications, job needs, and job requirements, and potential team members of every color, orientation, age, gender, origin, veteran status, and ability are encouraged to apply. We strive to include candidates from historically marginalized communities and those from or in communities impacted by environmental, social, and economic injustice. 

Come as you are, and help us transform our society and construct a truly compassionate food system.