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 business engagement specialist to join our corporate engagement team. In this role you will split your time between corporate plant-based initiatives and expanding the capacity of Transfarmation, which supports farmers transitioning out of animal agriculture. You will work to decrease the number of animals in the food system by promoting corporate plant-based interventions and facilitating market linkages and purchasing commitments sufficient to transition large numbers of industrial animal agriculture farms to plant-focused operations.

 You will do invaluable work (time split between plant-based corporate engagement work and supporting market linkages for Transfarmation-enrolled farmers):

Plant-Based Corporate Engagement Responsibilities:

• Maintain a portfolio of companies across the food industry to engage on plant-based interventions
• Cultivate positive, professional working relationships with key executives across various food-industry sectors
• Develop effective strategies to secure and implement plant-based policies
• Create compelling and persuasive content for executives to advance our plant-based corporate work
• Identify, research, and propose prospective outreach targets
• Work with corporate engagement professionals at other nonprofit organizations to foster solid relationships with Mercy For Animals and promote coordination

Transfarmation Responsibilities:

• Survey markets local to Transfarmation farmers for product demand and generate sales leads for Transfarmation-enrolled farmers
• Develop and implement strategic partnerships with Transfarmation farmers
• Cultivate membership on the Transfarmation business advisory committee
• Serve as a liaison between Transfarmation-enrolled farmers and food businesses
• Create and maintain engaging, innovative, and persuasive outreach materials, including websites, newsletters, regional marketing reports, and presentations
• Assist in recruiting attendees and corporate sponsors or exhibitors for the Transfarmation summit and coordinate other summit-related activities as needed

Broad Responsibilities:

• Serve as a Mercy For Animals or Transfarmation spokesperson at events, including industry gatherings and press conferences, as needed
• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures
• Perform any other duties assigned by team leader

Your qualifications will take our corporate engagement team to the next level:

• Bachelor’s degree in a field closely related to corporate affairs, campaigning, or issue advocacy or equivalent work experience (preferred)
• Minimum of two years in a relevant role (required)
• Self-motivation, resourcefulness, and exceptional research skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally and persuasively
• Strong understanding of the U.S. food industry and ingredient sourcing (preferred)
• Outstanding organizational, time-management, and project-management skills
• Excellent English writing skills and strong attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed (one to two trips per year for food-industry gatherings required; one to two trips per year for conferences and retreats optional)
• Commitment and openness to continued personal and organizational growth in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice principles
• Commitment to the mission and values of Mercy For Animals

About Your Team Leader

Your team leader, Hillary (she/her), is the corporate relations manager for the United States. She has been with Mercy For Animals for six years in various roles on the corporate engagement team. She values authentic and open communication, a growth mindset, and a collaborative and supportive working environment. Outside work, Hillary enjoys practicing yoga, painting, visiting animal sanctuaries, and spending time with family and friends.

Compensation and Benefits

Earn an annual salary of $54,748–$62,276 (paid hourly), 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 percent 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.

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