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FOUR PAWS is the global animal welfare organisation for animals under direct human influence, which reveals suffering, rescues animals in need and protects them. Find out more about our sustainable campaigns and projects on www.four-paws.org. Would you like to contribute to something meaningful and work with us on our mission? This is your chance. We are looking for dedicated people to enrich our team.
Job Responsibility
Shaping strategies to improve the welfare of companion animals in Switzerland and aligning national priorities with international strategic directions
Providing high-level expertise in areas such as animal welfare, pet care, industry trends, corporate practices, campaigning approaches, public engagement, and regulatory framework
Developing and executing plans and tactics for campaigns and projects with a special focus on companion animals in close collaboration with internal national and international project teams
Conducting research and analysis to shape strategic decision-making and identify opportunities
Co-creating campaign outputs with internal teams
Engaging and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders
Representing FOUR PAWS Switzerland in meetings, presentations, working groups, coalitions and media interviews
Contributing to organisation-wide discussions, knowledge sharing across teams, and providing mentoring and guidance to colleagues to maximise collective impact for animals
Requirements
Passion for animal welfare and FOUR PAWS vision and mission
Professional qualifications and/or several years of experience in a relevant field, e.g. biology, veterinary medicine, animal welfare, politics, or law
Experience in campaigning, ideally in the field of so-called companion animals
Knowledge of the current animal welfare situation in Switzerland
Understanding of the Swiss pet landscape, including animal care and welfare needs
An established professional network within the Swiss animal welfare sector is an advantage
Strong organisational and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Fluent German (spoken and written), very good English, French skills are an advantage
Motivated, adaptable and driven to make an impact
Excellent interpersonal communication and collaboration skills
Skilled at turning complex issues into engaging and accessible narratives
Willingness to occasionally work at weekend events
Nice to have
An established professional network within the Swiss animal welfare sector
French skills
What we offer
The opportunity to truly contribute to global animal welfare
A multinational team with the spirit of being ONE FOUR PAWS
A modern workplace in Zurich, easily accessible by public transport
A dog-friendly workplace
Time to recharge your batteries: 5 weeks holiday per year and extra family days at the end of the year