6 jobs found in Virginia on VeganWork.com

Position Objective: To assist in PETA's work with activists to increase the effectiveness and frequency of activism and to encourage deeper commitments to animal rights and PETA   Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Provide support of local grassroots activism around the country and the world • Assist coordinators in cultivating relationships with activists • Help mentor people new to the vegan lifestyle • Provide support to activists who oversee PETA's Vegan Starter Kit stands • Coordinate activists tabling at various concerts and festivals around the country • Assist coordinators in working with the Communications Department to facilitate positive interactions between media and activists • Assist with the development of activist organizations in areas of the country lacking leadership in order to strengthen PETA's Activist Network • Assist with maintaining PETA's Activist Network database • Travel to demonstrations, festivals, or other events in support of PETA campaigns, as needed • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor   Qualifications: • Minimum of one year of grassroots activist experience • Commitment to animal rights issues and familiarity with PETA campaigns • Outgoing and personable manner and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines • Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail • 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 • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. • Professional appearance and adherence to a vegan lifestyle • Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues • Commitment to the objectives of the organization

Modern mobile clinic seeking veterinarian: With over 150,000 surgeries performed since 2001, we help reduce the dog and cat overpopulation crisis in and around the pleasant river town of Norfolk in south eastern Virginia.  Benefits include competitive salary, flexible hours, vacation and sick time and limited weekends!  Experience in high volume surgery preferred, caring about animal welfare a must.     Primary Responsibilities and Duties: Perform surgical sterilizations and other surgeries as required Oversee and perform surgical monitoring, the administration of pre-anesthetic and anesthetic drugs, and post-surgical monitoring through discharge Promote the humane care and treatment of animals Administer vaccines to clinic patients Comply with the applicable state and federal laws established by the Virginia Board of Veterinary Medicine and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)   Qualifications: Degree in veterinary medicine from an accredited university of veterinary medicine Current Virginia veterinary license or ability to obtain one One year of experience practicing veterinary medicine preferred Experience with high-volume spay-and-neuter surgeries desired Possession of or ability to obtain a DEA controlled-substance registration Proven effective organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail Willingness and ability to travel to various clinic stops throughout Hampton Roads A valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record Commitment to the objectives of the mobile clinic division and its mission

Position Objective: To work on specific projects, as assigned by the president, to help promote the goals of the organization   Primary Responsibilities and Duties: Conduct research, prepare analyses, and suggest strategies Maintain accurate and up-to-date files and briefing papers Draft correspondence and respond to inquiries and requests, utilizing discretion and independent judgment Oversee Web content related to assigned projects Travel within and outside the U.S. on assignments Write speeches, give talks, and attend functions Perform any other duties, as assigned by the supervisor   Qualifications: Degree in a related field or equivalent experience Minimum of two years of research experience Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple projects Proven ability to exercise independent judgment Strong working knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines Professional appearance and adherence to a vegan lifestyle Previous public-speaking experience and the ability to comfortably create and deliver presentations Ability and willingness to travel Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. drivers' license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs. Support for PETA’s philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA’s positions on issues Commitment to the objectives of the organization  

Position Objective: To process vendor payments weekly and other basic accounting duties   Primary Responsibilities and Duties: Review, adjust, and upload excel documents submitted for payment into the accounting software Print, review and mail checks twice a week Send wire and ACH payments a couple times a week using the bank account website Print rush checks and/or send rush ACH or wire payments on an as needed basis Make general journal entries in the accounting software as necessary, including monthly entries for reoccurring items such as NC dog houses and Facebook ads Answer inquiries regarding paid and unpaid invoices Complete monthly entries and reconciliations of prepaid, deposit, and postage accounts Void checks and reverse invoices when corrections are required Submit check request and credit card expense reports for the IT department Maintain the office petty cash box and handle transactions daily, reconcile the box biweekly Review, reconcile, and enter activity from petty cash reports from remote offices Review employee credit card expense report receipts monthly, follow up with employees on missing items, track missing items, ask for reimbursements when necessary Distribute the department mail daily Assist with preparing PETA & PETA Foundation 1099 forms for U.S. vendors annually Train new staff members on accounts-payable procedures Generate and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and generate new SOPs Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor     Qualifications: Basic understanding of accounting One year of college-level coursework preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Proven effective verbal communication skills and demonstrated comfort with speaking in public Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail Proven ability to work independently with limited supervision Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines Ability to provide proof of a positive credit standing Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Commitment to the objectives of the organization

Position Objectives: We’re looking for a highly motived person to drive PETA’s efforts and campaign to affect change for outdoor dogs. Your task will be to initiate and advance PETA’s outreach to the public and elected officials regarding the plight of outdoor dogs. In this role, you can expect to write to and sit down with decision makers and advance the issue of outdoor dog welfare via social media outreach and legislative efforts.   Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Oversee the development and implementation of various projects designed to educate citizens and officials about the detrimental effects of continuously chaining (and penning) dogs outdoors • Develop and maintain relationships with officials and legislators in jurisdictions that have passed or are considering or trying to pass legislation restricting or banning chaining • Attend and speak at government hearings to support and advance proposed legislation to protect outdoor dogs • Develop and maintain relationships with veterinary and canine-behavior experts and animal control personnel who can testify to the humane and public-safety advantages of chaining bans or restrictions • Research and pursue networking opportunities (e.g., annual conferences, receptions, training and education opportunities) in order to further PETA's outreach efforts • Seek media opportunities and conduct media interviews regarding the keeping of dogs outdoors • Liaise with PETA’s Marketing Department to seek social media outreach opportunities regarding outdoor dogs • Assist and motivate individuals regarding the initiation of legislative efforts in behalf of outdoor dogs • Oversee and regularly provide input on PETA's Web pages dedicated to educating and motivating the public on working to restrict and/or ban the chaining of dogs • Review and track cases involving chained dogs in Community Animal Project (CAP) staff's daily reports • Assist with straw and doghouse deliveries, fieldwork and other departmental tasks, including animal care and feeding • Participate in the Community Animal Project (CAP) emergency-pager rotation and/or the national pager rotation • Travel when necessary • Exercise sound judgment and confidentiality at all times • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor   Qualifications: • Degree in a related field or equivalent experience • Demonstrated effective public-speaking abilities • Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills • Proven exceptional research skills • Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines • Superior organizational skills and attention to detail • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion • Willingness and ability to be on 24-hour emergency call • Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle • Willingness and ability to travel within and outside the US • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis • 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 professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues • Commitment to the objectives of the organization  

Position Objective: To generate media coverage of PETA's campaigns   Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Prepare and service news releases for PETA Campaigns • Independently pitch PETA campaigns and events to the media • Prepare and manage news releases for PETA’s foreign affiliates • Prepare and send mailings to the media on specific issues and campaigns • Develop target lists for issue and campaign coverage • Develop new pitch ideas and ways to revamp news releases and pitches in order to increase media coverage of PETA campaigns • Pitch campaigner profiles and interviews to TV and radio talk shows, features editors, and weekly papers • Keep informed about local and national news stories and track those that are relevant to PETA’s campaigns • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor   Qualifications: • Degree in a related field or equivalent experience • Knowledge of public relations and the media industry • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and campaigns • Proven ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner • Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously • Proven ability to take initiative and follow through • Demonstrated ability to make sound judgments and work independently • Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills • Proven excellent organizational skills • Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines • Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle • Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues • Commitment to the objectives of the organization