Elephant Campaign Volunteer

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Recruiting Organization: In Defense of Animals

In Defense of Animals is searching for a remote volunteer to play an essential role in creating our annual Ten Worst Zoos for Elephants list. The ideal candidate will be able to volunteer a minimum of 10 hours per week, from October - January 2022.

Volunteer Responsibilities

The TWZ Volunteer will work directly with IDA Staff, including our Ten Worst Zoo Consultant to achieve the following:

• Compile information utilizing credible news articles, peer-reviewed studies, and direct communication with zoos, organizations, and field experts
• Brainstorm and create effective strategies to influence change for each zoo
• Locate and obtain necessary permissions for use of elephant images
• Create compelling and factual essays to emphasize the cruelty elephants endure at chosen facilities
• Create media releases for each zoo
• Communicate information via email and phone calls with the media in a professional and timely manner (throughout the launch week)

Desired Skills and Experience

• Strong desire to expose the cruelty captive elephants face throughout North America
• Ability to collaborate with many team members and stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines
• Persuasive writing and research skills
• Solid verbal and written communicator
• Strategic thinking

Stipend ProvidedFalse

Training ProvidedFalse

Housing AvailableFalse

Language/Cultral Support AvailableFalse

Wheelchair AccessibleFalse

Fee RequiredFalse

Fee Amount: None

This opportunity is recurring