Help transform billions of lives. Including yours.
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global farm animal welfare organisation campaigning to bring an end to factory farming and to implement the highest animal welfare standards in Europe and beyond. We lead a growing worldwide movement of people concerned about how industrial agriculture mistreats animals, wastes precious resources and utterly fails to meet the needs of the planet’s inhabitants.
About us
With headquarters in the UK and offices in France, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Belgium and the USA, we are the leading animal environmental organisation working towards a nature positive, compassionate and free of animal cruelty world. Our campaigns focus on fixing the broken food system, ending factory farming, and delivering a world that is nature positive for animals, people and planet. Our supporters and partners throughout the world help us deliver on our mission.
Location: HQ - Godalming, UK (Hybrid flexible working available, with at least 2 days in the office per week)
Job Type: Full-time; Permanent
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 (Depending on Skills, Experience and Location)
About the role
As the Associate Director of International Programmes & Impact, you will lead the development and delivery of Compassion in World Farming’s international programmes, working closely with our global network of country offices and key partners. This senior leadership role focuses on creating meaningful change in food systems and advancing animal welfare by ensuring our campaigns and advocacy efforts are impactful, well-coordinated, and strategically aligned.
As part of this position, you will support the work of our international affairs to ensure that our international work is impactful in its reach, by ensuring our national work is sufficiently aligned with our international advocacy.
Engaging with international institutions such as the United Nations, you’ll represent Compassion at the highest levels, advocating for systemic policy changes that align with our mission. The role also involves developing robust systems for monitoring and evaluating our impact, ensuring we deliver measurable results that benefit animals, people, and the planet.
This position is ideal for a strategic thinker and inspiring leader who is passionate about transforming food systems and building a more compassionate world.
About you
To excel in this role, you will need to have significant experience in leading international programmes and policy advocacy within a complex, global organisation. You will be skilled at managing and motivating diverse teams across different regions, ensuring that efforts are well-aligned and focused on achieving impactful outcomes. Your ability to think strategically and manage resources effectively will be key in driving the success of Compassion in World Farming’s international initiatives.
You will need to have a strong understanding of the global political landscape, with proven experience in influencing policy at national and international levels. A confident and effective communicator, you will be comfortable representing Compassion externally, engaging with high-level stakeholders, and building strong partnerships.
Most importantly, you will need to have a deep passion for animal welfare and food system transformation, with a commitment to driving real change in the fight against factory farming. Your leadership and vision will play a crucial role in creating a more sustainable and compassionate world for animals, people, and the planet.
Why Join Us?
By joining Compassion in World Farming, you’ll be part of a passionate and dedicated team working to drive global change. You’ll have the opportunity to lead impactful campaigns and shape policies that make a real difference for animals, people, and the planet, all while contributing to a compassionate and sustainable future.
Join us on a collective mission to shape a compassionate future for farm animals worldwide, while experiencing a workplace that truly cares for you:
- Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays
- Free onsite parking at HQ
- Optional savings schemes
- Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying excellent development opportunities
- Flexible, hybrid working model
- A defined Contribution Pension Scheme
To Apply: APPLY HERE
If you are passionate about animal welfare and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter, outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description. Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme, so we encourage you to submit your interest.
Interview Process:
- 1st stage Interviews via Teams
- 2nd stage Interviews in person at HQ (Godalming, Surrey)
No Agencies please.
Compassion in World Farming International is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and experience, and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
To comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.
