Engagement and Campaigns Director - International

Sinergia Animal is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourages people from minoritized groups to apply. We strive to make our organization a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Together, we can work towards a more compassionate world for all beings.

Terms of Employment: Full Time (40 hours per week)

Reports to: Executive Director

Position Location: Latin America, preferably Brazil

Language requirement: Fluent Spanish and English

About Sinergia Animal

Rated as one of the world's most effective animal protection organizations by Animal Charity Evaluators, Sinergia Animal is an international campaigning organization working in countries in the Global South (specifically Latin America and Southeast Asia) to reduce animal suffering and promote more compassionate food choices.

We use negotiations, investigations, peaceful direct actions, and innovative campaigning methods to expose the suffering of farmed animals and to help build a world in which no animals are exploited for food.

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About the position

We are looking for a dynamic Engagement and Campaigns Director to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will lead and support our dedicated staff in international corporate engagement, financial sector programs, and cage-free corporate engagement and campaigns focused in Chile, Ecuador, and Peru.

This role’s responsibilities include building and refining strategies that drive our programs forward. You will have the opportunity to set ambitious goals and monitor progress, ensuring that our organization remains on track to achieve its mission. You will manage and inspire our international team with your excellent leadership skills and prepare progress and financial reports for the international governance board to ensure transparency and accountability. You will play a key role in representing the organization at external events and speaking to the media, acting as a passionate advocate for our cause.

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Responsibilities

• Lead the corporate and campaign efforts aimed to secure cage-free policies from food companies in Chile, Ecuador, and Peru.
• Oversee and guide international corporate engagement and shareholder activism initiatives to enhance animal welfare policies from major food companies.
• Lead the team responsible for the successful implementation of the Banks for Animals program and Sinergia’s participation in the Stop Financing Factory Farming Coalition.
• Coordinate and approve communications activities and manage team members’ activities related to the three areas mentioned above.
• Foster a diverse, highly-qualified workforce and volunteer base by providing effective feedback, career coaching, and facilitating personal development opportunities for team members.
• Establish strategic and long-lasting alliances with other NGOs and key stakeholders.
• Serve as an excellent spokesperson for the organization, effectively engaging with the media and other key external stakeholders.
• Ensure that program outcomes and funding relationships are robust enough to meet or exceed strategic goals and objectives.
• Provide accurate and timely analyses of programs’ effectiveness, media and development results, and performance trends.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and effectively manage staff to ensure appropriate support of all programs.

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Requirements

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Fluent oral and written Spanish and English.
• Residency in Santiago de Chile or willingness to relocate to this city.
• Strong motivation to contribute to work that helps animals and/or improves the world.
• An affinity for animal rights activism and a vegan lifestyle is essential.
• Proven work experience as a Non-Profit Director or within a similar Senior Management role.
• Extensive experience in the animal protection movement or in the corporate outreach and/or campaigns area.
• A proven track record of successful decision-making and problem-solving, using a data-driven and strategic approach to address challenges and achieve desired outcomes.
• Experience in planning and running fundraising, campaigning, and program-based initiatives.
• Relevant academic background, training, and/or certifications as a Non-Profit Director.

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Enthusiasm and proactiveness are very important to us. If you don’t tick all the points on this list but are very excited about this role, we want to hear from you.

Sinergia Animal has an Internal Development Program that can support you in developing skills needed, including language.

• Fluent oral and written Spanish and English.
• Residency in Santiago de Chile or willingness to relocate to this city.
• Strong motivation to contribute to work that helps animals and/or improves the world.
• An affinity for animal rights activism and a vegan lifestyle is essential.
• Proven work experience as a Non-Profit Director or within a similar Senior Management role.
• Extensive experience in the animal protection movement or in the corporate outreach and/or campaigns area.
• A proven track record of successful decision-making and problem-solving, using a data-driven and strategic approach to address challenges and achieve desired outcomes.
• Experience in planning and running fundraising, campaigning, and program-based initiatives.
• Relevant academic background, training, and/or certifications as a Non-Profit Director.