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We have the following NEW position open for applications at Compassion in World Farming, if you are able to, it would be great if you could share with your networks.

Below you’ll find a breakdown the role, with links for you to easily share with your networks or to apply:

Job type: Permanent; Full-time 

Location: Hybrid flexible working in one of Compassion’s offices in either UK (Godalming), Paris, Brussels, Bologna. Please note as part of this role you will be expected to travel, including travel to the UK HQ.  

Salary: £55,000  - £60,000 per annum* (depending on skills and experience)

Link to apply: HERE

Are you ready to lead the change in ending factory farming worldwide? Compassion in World Farming are seeking a visionary Global Head of Campaigns and Advocacy (Animal Welfare) to spearhead our transformative campaigns. 

If you believe that our food system is broken and leads to cruel and unjust treatment of animals locked within cages, then help us drive impactful global campaigns, advocate for legislative change across EU, UK, and US, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to improve the lives for farmed animals. If you bring proven senior-level expertise, strategic acumen, leadership skills and have a strong campaign background, to seize this opportunity to help transform the lives of billions of animals by delivering   exciting and impactful campaigns that shape a world free from factory farming. 

About us 

Compassion in World Farming is the leading global farm animal welfare organisation. We campaign to end factory farming worldwide and we are growing a movement of people concerned about how industrial agriculture mistreats animals, impacts people, and is destroying our planet.  

About the role 

The pivotal role of Global Head of Campaigns and Advocacy at Compassion in World Farming is dedicated help us achieve our mission of ending factory farming by spearheading transformative campaigns on a global scale. This role requires visionary leadership, strategic planning, and innovative thinking to orchestrate impactful public campaigns aligned with legislative advocacy efforts at EU level and globally. Responsible for managing a dedicated campaign team, this position involves collaborating closely with our Global Head of Campaigns (Animals and Environment) and diverse stakeholders, including NGOs, media, and business teams, to maximise campaign impact and elevate Compassion's public profile. 

The ideal candidate brings proven senior-level expertise in campaigning, a global perspective sensitive to diverse contexts and able to work across all our country offices at an international level, excellent communication and digital skills, and a background in either animal welfare, environmental and sustainability issues, or food and farming sectors. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to lead highly impactful campaigns together with our country offices, specifically focused on achieving animal welfare legislative changes throughout the EU, UK & US and to drive meaningful progress toward a world free from factory farming.  

About you 

We are seeking an exceptional candidate for the role of Global Head of Campaigns and Advocacy (Animal Welfare), at CIWF. You will be an accomplished strategist, with a track record of impactful campaigning, adept at crafting visionary initiatives to support key legislative changes that support animal welfare and drive us towards an end to factory farming. Your expertise will include navigating complex global landscapes, collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders, and advocating for legislative change. With a background in either animal welfare, environmental issues, or food and farming sectors, you will be able to bring a wealth of experience, and a deep-seated commitment to driving improvements in animal welfare, as well as a commitment to transforming a broken food system. You’ll have exceptional leadership skills, be a strategic thinker, and have a fervent dedication to creating a world free from factory farming. 

To succeed in this role as the Global Head of Campaigns and Advocacy (Animal Welfare), a multifaceted skill set is paramount. You will need proven expertise in senior-level campaigning, showcasing strategic acumen and the ability to drive transformative initiatives. Leadership proficiency is essential to guide and inspire a dedicated team effectively. Strategic vision aligned with organisational goals and robust advocacy skills are key to effect legislative changes and engaging diverse stakeholders. Exceptional communication, especially with a diverse international team, a nuanced global perspective, and industry knowledge in animal welfare or related fields are fundamental for navigating complex international landscapes. You will need to be innovative and have a collaborative approach, where you believe in an unwavering commitment to animal welfare and sustainability, supporting and driving impactful change on a global scale. 

Applications  

Link to apply: HERE

  • Closing date for applications: 26th April 2024
  • 1st Stage Interview: Thursday 2nd May or Friday 3rd May  
  • 2nd Stage Interview: W/C 6th May 

Please complete the online application form to upload your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description. Flexible working is available but must be able to commit to hybrid working, usually two days per week at in one of Compassion’s offices 

Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme. 

Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background.  We value diversity and live 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. 

*Please note that the remuneration quoted is for a UK based employee. This may be adjusted for other European countries as appropriate and in line with our country office benchmarking.  

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