The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
Washington D.C., DC, USA
Seeking experienced fundraising professional to oversee our planned giving program and be a vital part of growing support from individuals.
About the Physicians Committee
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. Our vision is to create a healthier world through a new emphasis on plant-based nutrition, and scientific research conducted ethically, without using animals. We invite you to visit our YouTube channel , our website , and Physicians Committee president Dr. Neal Barnard’s blog .
About Our Development Team
The development team is dedicated to finding innovative ways to grow fundraising support. The team is knowledgeable and well-versed in the organization’s efforts and prides itself on being creative, accessible, and donor-centric.
About this Career Opportunity
The Director of Planned Giving will plan, manage, and evaluate the Physicians Committee’s Lifetime Partner program to achieve its performance and financial goals. This includes overall identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of legacy donors and prospects. He/she will develop and implement a multiyear strategic marketing plan to maximize revenue to the Physicians Committee by securing a range of planned gifts. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Development.
Responsibilities include:
Design and implement giving strategies; engage and motivate donors and prospects through individualized cultivation and stewardship.
Create and implement multichannel marketing strategies including direct mail, marketing collateral, Good Medicine magazine, our annual report, online communications, and events.
Complete proposals and finalize gift arrangements for bequests, charitable gift annuities, and other planned gifts.
Direct and oversee stewardship and recognition programs to ensure Lifetime Partners continue to be engaged with the Physicians Committee.
Develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with other members of the development team and program staff. Develop strategies to integrate planned giving into the cultivation of major gifts.
Work closely with legal and finance departments to oversee the administration of estates to ensure prompt settlement and payment of bequests to the Physicians Committee.
Enhance, monitor, and maintain the Physicians Committee’s planned giving website to successfully engage donors and encourage legacy gifts.
Develop and manage a portfolio of prospects with a goal of soliciting and closing deferred gifts and bequest intentions.
Develop and maintain expertise in legislation and regulations effecting planned giving.
This is a full-time position located at the Physicians Committee’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. (in Friendship Heights on Metro’s Red line). The Director may be required to travel to interact and engage with prospects/members and to participate in fundraising events.
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for a fundraising professional who is passionate about connecting individuals with the Physicians Committee’s mission to create a better world for animals and people. Knowledge of donor relations, marketing, and stewardship is required. The ideal candidate will be a person whose enthusiasm and innovation sparks creativity and who is a proactive, entrepreneurial project manager that can focus on big-picture concepts and projects while maintaining strict attention to detail. The candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, to relate well to people of all ages, and to build successful relationships with constituents and co-workers. The position provides an opportunity to implement new ideas and grow the planned giving program, which is a vital component of the development plan.
How to Apply
In your cover letter, please tell us about your interest in our mission, your related work experience and your professional goals. Click here to apply online . We look forward to hearing from you! Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.
Apr 17, 2019
Full time
Seeking experienced fundraising professional to oversee our planned giving program and be a vital part of growing support from individuals.
About the Physicians Committee
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. Our vision is to create a healthier world through a new emphasis on plant-based nutrition, and scientific research conducted ethically, without using animals. We invite you to visit our YouTube channel , our website , and Physicians Committee president Dr. Neal Barnard’s blog .
About Our Development Team
The development team is dedicated to finding innovative ways to grow fundraising support. The team is knowledgeable and well-versed in the organization’s efforts and prides itself on being creative, accessible, and donor-centric.
About this Career Opportunity
The Director of Planned Giving will plan, manage, and evaluate the Physicians Committee’s Lifetime Partner program to achieve its performance and financial goals. This includes overall identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of legacy donors and prospects. He/she will develop and implement a multiyear strategic marketing plan to maximize revenue to the Physicians Committee by securing a range of planned gifts. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Development.
Responsibilities include:
Design and implement giving strategies; engage and motivate donors and prospects through individualized cultivation and stewardship.
Create and implement multichannel marketing strategies including direct mail, marketing collateral, Good Medicine magazine, our annual report, online communications, and events.
Complete proposals and finalize gift arrangements for bequests, charitable gift annuities, and other planned gifts.
Direct and oversee stewardship and recognition programs to ensure Lifetime Partners continue to be engaged with the Physicians Committee.
Develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with other members of the development team and program staff. Develop strategies to integrate planned giving into the cultivation of major gifts.
Work closely with legal and finance departments to oversee the administration of estates to ensure prompt settlement and payment of bequests to the Physicians Committee.
Enhance, monitor, and maintain the Physicians Committee’s planned giving website to successfully engage donors and encourage legacy gifts.
Develop and manage a portfolio of prospects with a goal of soliciting and closing deferred gifts and bequest intentions.
Develop and maintain expertise in legislation and regulations effecting planned giving.
This is a full-time position located at the Physicians Committee’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. (in Friendship Heights on Metro’s Red line). The Director may be required to travel to interact and engage with prospects/members and to participate in fundraising events.
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for a fundraising professional who is passionate about connecting individuals with the Physicians Committee’s mission to create a better world for animals and people. Knowledge of donor relations, marketing, and stewardship is required. The ideal candidate will be a person whose enthusiasm and innovation sparks creativity and who is a proactive, entrepreneurial project manager that can focus on big-picture concepts and projects while maintaining strict attention to detail. The candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, to relate well to people of all ages, and to build successful relationships with constituents and co-workers. The position provides an opportunity to implement new ideas and grow the planned giving program, which is a vital component of the development plan.
How to Apply
In your cover letter, please tell us about your interest in our mission, your related work experience and your professional goals. Click here to apply online . We look forward to hearing from you! Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
Washington, DC, USA
Human Resources Specialist – Seeking human resources professional with at least five years of experience to support leadership and staff by facilitating a variety of strategic, operational, and administrative functions at 90-person nonprofit organization working to save and improve human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research.
About the Physicians Committee
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. Our vision is to create a healthier world through a new emphasis on plant-based nutrition, and scientific research conducted ethically, without using animals. We invite you to visit our YouTube channel , our website , and Physicians Committee president Dr. Neal Barnard’s blog .
About the Human Resources Team
The Physicians Committee’s human resources team supports leadership and staff by facilitating a variety of strategic, operational, and administrative functions. We partner with team members to create a positive and engaging workplace culture and promote organizational health and best practices. Our keys to success include having a positive and outgoing attitude, being detail-oriented and thorough, and continually exploring new ideas and approaches to our work. We look for and assume the best in others and strive to build a positive dialog in order to advance our work. We prioritize personal and professional development.
About this Career Opportunity
We’re looking for a Human Resources Specialist to join our team of three to support our staff of approximately 90 employees. Our team’s goals include:
Building our team together : partnering with our colleagues to recruit, hire and onboard team members, interns, consultants and volunteers
Developing our skills together : partnering with our colleagues to identify development needs and to coordinate or facilitate training
Creating our culture together : partnering with our colleagues to reinforce our core values, promote organizational health and best practices, and to foster an environment in which we can all do our best work
Administration : helping our colleagues maximize their benefits and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws
This is a full-time position located at the Physicians Committee’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. (Friendship Heights on Metro’s Red Line)
Who We’re Looking For
Work life at Physicians Committee is fast-paced, exciting, and challenging! We’re looking for a team member who will be passionate about the creating an optimal workplace culture and environment for our team of hardworking and visionary professionals. And we’re also looking for somebody who is passionate about our vision to create a healthier world through a new emphasis on disease prevention, plant-based nutrition, and scientific research conducted ethically, without using animals. Applicants should have at least five years of experience working in human resources and an eagerness to work hard and go the extra mile for our team members. Presentation and project management skills are a plus.
How to Apply
In your cover letter, please tell us about your human resources experience, professional goals and your interest in Physicians Committee’s mission. Click here to apply online . We look forward to hearing from you! Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.
Apr 02, 2019
Full time
Human Resources Specialist – Seeking human resources professional with at least five years of experience to support leadership and staff by facilitating a variety of strategic, operational, and administrative functions at 90-person nonprofit organization working to save and improve human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research.
About the Physicians Committee
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. Our vision is to create a healthier world through a new emphasis on plant-based nutrition, and scientific research conducted ethically, without using animals. We invite you to visit our YouTube channel , our website , and Physicians Committee president Dr. Neal Barnard’s blog .
About the Human Resources Team
The Physicians Committee’s human resources team supports leadership and staff by facilitating a variety of strategic, operational, and administrative functions. We partner with team members to create a positive and engaging workplace culture and promote organizational health and best practices. Our keys to success include having a positive and outgoing attitude, being detail-oriented and thorough, and continually exploring new ideas and approaches to our work. We look for and assume the best in others and strive to build a positive dialog in order to advance our work. We prioritize personal and professional development.
About this Career Opportunity
We’re looking for a Human Resources Specialist to join our team of three to support our staff of approximately 90 employees. Our team’s goals include:
Building our team together : partnering with our colleagues to recruit, hire and onboard team members, interns, consultants and volunteers
Developing our skills together : partnering with our colleagues to identify development needs and to coordinate or facilitate training
Creating our culture together : partnering with our colleagues to reinforce our core values, promote organizational health and best practices, and to foster an environment in which we can all do our best work
Administration : helping our colleagues maximize their benefits and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws
This is a full-time position located at the Physicians Committee’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. (Friendship Heights on Metro’s Red Line)
Who We’re Looking For
Work life at Physicians Committee is fast-paced, exciting, and challenging! We’re looking for a team member who will be passionate about the creating an optimal workplace culture and environment for our team of hardworking and visionary professionals. And we’re also looking for somebody who is passionate about our vision to create a healthier world through a new emphasis on disease prevention, plant-based nutrition, and scientific research conducted ethically, without using animals. Applicants should have at least five years of experience working in human resources and an eagerness to work hard and go the extra mile for our team members. Presentation and project management skills are a plus.
How to Apply
In your cover letter, please tell us about your human resources experience, professional goals and your interest in Physicians Committee’s mission. Click here to apply online . We look forward to hearing from you! Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.
Position Objectives:
Media relationships are critical to PETA's methodology, and the media relations team is a crucial part of PETA's U.S. and international media campaign strategy. The media relations team develops and maintains relationships with the media, helps develop stories about PETA’s serious work, and sets the approach for the presentation of those stories. The media director will be responsible for leading that team and ensuring its success for PETA.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Research and identify appropriate local and international media outlets for placing coverage of PETA's critical investigative, scientific, legal, and corporate animal-protection campaigns.
• Pitch PETA’s serious efforts to reporters, editors and producers.
• Oversee the cultivation and maintenance of professional relationships with these selected media outlets
• Train the media relations team in PETA's unique writing style and publication approach and lead the team in developing powerful, newsworthy stories on the domestic and international levels
• Set the strategy for presenting stories to selected U.S.-based European, U.S., and international media outlets to secure coverage
• In time, develop and oversee a media specialist team in presenting PETA's critical campaigns to the media. Conduct interviews and hire media specialists for the team, manage and be responsible for the performance of staff, conduct performance evaluations, and assign and supervise work activities
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of the media industry
• Proven ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Effective public speaking abilities
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Willingness and ability to travel
• 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
• Support for PETA’s philosophy and the ability to advocate PETA’s positions on issues professionally
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Apr 01, 2019
Full time
Position Objectives:
Media relationships are critical to PETA's methodology, and the media relations team is a crucial part of PETA's U.S. and international media campaign strategy. The media relations team develops and maintains relationships with the media, helps develop stories about PETA’s serious work, and sets the approach for the presentation of those stories. The media director will be responsible for leading that team and ensuring its success for PETA.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Research and identify appropriate local and international media outlets for placing coverage of PETA's critical investigative, scientific, legal, and corporate animal-protection campaigns.
• Pitch PETA’s serious efforts to reporters, editors and producers.
• Oversee the cultivation and maintenance of professional relationships with these selected media outlets
• Train the media relations team in PETA's unique writing style and publication approach and lead the team in developing powerful, newsworthy stories on the domestic and international levels
• Set the strategy for presenting stories to selected U.S.-based European, U.S., and international media outlets to secure coverage
• In time, develop and oversee a media specialist team in presenting PETA's critical campaigns to the media. Conduct interviews and hire media specialists for the team, manage and be responsible for the performance of staff, conduct performance evaluations, and assign and supervise work activities
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of the media industry
• Proven ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Effective public speaking abilities
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Willingness and ability to travel
• 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
• Support for PETA’s philosophy and the ability to advocate PETA’s positions on issues professionally
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Position Objective:
To provide legal advice on a wide range of animal protection issues that arise during the conduct of the organization's and its affiliates' charitable programs, with a focus on animals used in experimentation and access to public records.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Conduct legal research and provide advice on a variety of statutes, regulations, and case law related to animals used in experimentation
Draft correspondence, letters of complaint, and other documents related to animals used in experimentation
Participate in the development of creative opportunities for litigation related to animals used in experimentation
Assist in the management of litigation related to animals used in experimentation
Conduct legal research and advise on federal and state public records acts
Draft and submit administrative appeals of public records act decisions by federal and state agencies
Develop and manage internal database to track public records requests and administrative appeals
Develop and manage internal database of developments related to federal and state public records acts
Assist in the development and management of litigation of public records matters
Communicate with government agencies, law enforcement officials, and nonprofit organizations in furtherance of the listed responsibilities and duties
Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
J.D. and a minimum of five years of legal experience
Experience with administrative law, criminal law, and public records acts preferred
Member in good standing of a state bar association
Proven excellent legal research, writing, and verbal advocacy skills
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks within strict time constraints
Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to communicate PETA's positions on issues with professionalism
Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Apr 01, 2019
Full time
Position Objective:
To provide legal advice on a wide range of animal protection issues that arise during the conduct of the organization's and its affiliates' charitable programs, with a focus on animals used in experimentation and access to public records.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Conduct legal research and provide advice on a variety of statutes, regulations, and case law related to animals used in experimentation
Draft correspondence, letters of complaint, and other documents related to animals used in experimentation
Participate in the development of creative opportunities for litigation related to animals used in experimentation
Assist in the management of litigation related to animals used in experimentation
Conduct legal research and advise on federal and state public records acts
Draft and submit administrative appeals of public records act decisions by federal and state agencies
Develop and manage internal database to track public records requests and administrative appeals
Develop and manage internal database of developments related to federal and state public records acts
Assist in the development and management of litigation of public records matters
Communicate with government agencies, law enforcement officials, and nonprofit organizations in furtherance of the listed responsibilities and duties
Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
J.D. and a minimum of five years of legal experience
Experience with administrative law, criminal law, and public records acts preferred
Member in good standing of a state bar association
Proven excellent legal research, writing, and verbal advocacy skills
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks within strict time constraints
Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to communicate PETA's positions on issues with professionalism
Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Position Objective:
To maximize media coverage for PETA's campaigns
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Guide the Communications Department staff in various duties relating to the media, including media lists, press plans, writing news releases, and interactions with news media
• Independently pitch PETA campaigns and events to the media
• Develop different angles with which to approach local and national bloggers, reporters, and other media
• Keep informed of PETA's campaigns and generate media coverage for serious pitches, events, ads, staff profiles, victories, investigations, and more
• Keep informed of local and national columnists at papers, magazines, wires, and websites
• Develop and maintain relationships with members of the media and select online reporters and maintain PETA's list of national media contacts
• Write and edit advisories, pitches, and news releases
• Work with senior PETA staff to create pitch plans
• Represent the organization to the media
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of media relations experience
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of the media industry
• Excellent working knowledge of print, broadcast, and online media outlets
• Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships and deal with a variety of people in a professional manner
• Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to advocate PETA's positions professionally
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Mar 25, 2019
Full time
Position Objective:
To maximize media coverage for PETA's campaigns
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Guide the Communications Department staff in various duties relating to the media, including media lists, press plans, writing news releases, and interactions with news media
• Independently pitch PETA campaigns and events to the media
• Develop different angles with which to approach local and national bloggers, reporters, and other media
• Keep informed of PETA's campaigns and generate media coverage for serious pitches, events, ads, staff profiles, victories, investigations, and more
• Keep informed of local and national columnists at papers, magazines, wires, and websites
• Develop and maintain relationships with members of the media and select online reporters and maintain PETA's list of national media contacts
• Write and edit advisories, pitches, and news releases
• Work with senior PETA staff to create pitch plans
• Represent the organization to the media
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of media relations experience
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of the media industry
• Excellent working knowledge of print, broadcast, and online media outlets
• Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships and deal with a variety of people in a professional manner
• Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to advocate PETA's positions professionally
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
