Summary

Develop, coordinate and implement programs and campaigns for Humane Society International/Canada (HSI/Canada) and Friends of Humane Society International (Friends of HSI).

Description

Recruit, train and supervise interns, consultants and volunteers; develop, manage and implement program plans and strategies; represent our entities and relevant programs to Canadian and international media, corporate partners and stakeholders, institutions, government, donors, supporters and the general public; identify program funding needs and potential sources of revenue; build coalitions and community engagement; and manage program and project budgets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Effective development, coordination, and implementation of program plans and strategies

  • Research, develop and implement strategic campaign strategies and work plans in cooperation with HSI/Canada and Friends of HSI senior staff and international colleagues.
  • Recruit, train and supervise interns, consultants and volunteers and support/coach/motivate them to achieve program goals.
  • Evaluate campaign impact with senior staff and collaborate adaptation of strategies as needed.
  • Provide regular program progress reports and feedback to senior staff and international colleagues.
  • Participate in federal, provincial and municipal task forces and draft technical and other submissions for government and non-governmental bodies.
  • Build coalitions of stakeholders and community engagement to advance program goals.
  • Present at conferences, events and other gatherings.

Effective representation of HSI/Canada and Friends of HSI and their relevant programs

  • Develop media strategies in conjunction with the HSI/Canada and Friends of HSI teams and draft key messages.
  • Serve as chief spokesperson for relevant HSI/Canada and Friends of HSI campaigns, effectively representing the organizations and our work to Canadian and international media, government, donors, supporters and the general public.
  • Draft news releases, opinion editorials, social media posts, campaign briefs and other program communications materials, and maintain relationships with journalists.
  • Communicate with the public and respond to inquiries.
  • Liaise with major donors and draft funding applications when needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
  • A minimum of five (5) years of experience in program leadership, management and execution required.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Strong organizational skills, including ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines.
  • Superior communication (oral and written), facilitation and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong media and public relations skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to create and maintain contacts within animal protection, the media, the corporate sector and the government.
  • Demonstrated ability to advance campaigns and programs.
  • Personal belief in and support for HSI/Canada’s mission and core values.
  • Superior analytical and strategic planning skills.
  • Ability to travel regularly, both domestically and internationally.
  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
  • Excellent budget management skills.
  • Experience with, knowledge of and interest in animal protection issues is highly desired.
  • French language skills are an asset.