What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Project Coordinator position at PETA?
Description
Position Objective:
To develop and manage key projects, providing a wide range of high-level support to PETA’s Principal to forward total animal liberation
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Coordinate, develop, track, and execute key projects and leadership priorities
• Collaborate with others to help them execute projects
• Review project requirements, create detailed plans, timelines, and budgets for projects ensuring that work is completed
• Delegate tasks to staff in multiple departments and supervise their progress, alert the Principal to any problems
• Conduct research on a wide range of topics
• Manage and organize multiple projects through various stages simultaneously
• Conduct analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of projects
• Travel as necessary for related matters
• Professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the president
Requirements
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of one year of project coordination experience
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects
• Exceptional written and verbal professional communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Demonstrated superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Proven project management skills
• Proven effective research skills
• Proven ability to exercise initiative, independent judgment, and decision making
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate problems, identify opportunities, and take an active approach to responsibilities
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Application Deadline:
Applications for this position will be accepted until February 22, 2026.
We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.