Farm & Industry Engagement Coordinator

Summary:

Support the Farm & Industry Engagement Department and the impact we have on animals by tracking projects, sharing progress, improving processes and coordinating logistics for the team.

Who We Are

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is the nation’s first humane organization and one of the largest nonprofit animal welfare organizations in the world.  The ASPCA provides local and national leadership in caring for pets and pet parents, providing positive outcomes for at-risk animals, and serving victims of animal cruelty.  

The Farm & Industry Engagement Department sits within the ASPCA’s Policy, Response and Engagement Group, and works to advance the organization’s mission to improve animals’ lives by engaging the private sector. The primary focus to date of this department has been the ASPCA’s goal to end factory farming and build a more humane farming system by collaborating with farmers to advance policy reforms, spurring corporate policy change in the food industry, building public awareness of farm animal welfare issues and guiding consumers toward higher welfare meat, eggs and dairy products. The department is now building out additional industry focus areas.

What You’ll Do

The Farm & Industry Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for tracking the Farm & Industry Engagement team’s priority projects and impact, improving processes to promote efficiency, conducting background research and drafting educational content about our work. They will also help to plan in-person events and act as a representative of the team in responding to questions and needs for information. In addition to support for the team members focused on farm animal welfare, this position will assist in building new industry outreach tactics to achieve ASPCA goals for companion animals. The role reports directly to the Vice President of Farm and Industry Engagement and does not have any direct reports.

Where and When You’ll Work

This remote-based position, which requires the ability and willingness to travel up to 5% of time, as needed, is open to all eligible candidates based within the United States.

What You’ll Get

Compensation

The target hiring range is based on where the employee works, which for remote roles is the employee’s primary location of residence, and its respective cost of labor. You can view which zone applies to you based on your location (aspca.app.box.com/v/aspcazonetable). For questions regarding locations not on the list, please send an email to [email protected] for more information.
 

Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary ranges for this role are set forth below and may be modified in the future.

• Zone 1: $23.08 - $24.52 per hour

• Zone 2: $25.48 - $27.40 per hour

• Zone 3: $28.37 - $30.29 per hour

Benefits

At the ASPCA, you don’t have to choose between your passion and making a living. Our comprehensive benefits package helps ensure you can live a rewarding life at work and at home. Our benefits include but are not limited to:

• Affordable health coverage, including medical, employer-paid dental and optional vision coverage.

• Flexible time off that includes vacation time, paid personal time, sick time, bereavement time, paid parental leave, and 10 company paid holidays that allows you even more flexibility to observe the days that mean the most to you.

• Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings, including a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions — we match dollar-for-dollar up to 4% and provide an additional 4% contribution toward your future each year.

• Robust professional development opportunities including classes, on-the-job training, coaching and mentorship with industry-leading peers, internal mobility, opportunities to support in the field and so much more.

For more information on our benefits offerings, visit our website

Responsibilities:

Responsibility buckets are listed in general order of importance. They include, but are not limited to:

Research & Develop Content

• Develop content capturing the impact of the Farm & Industry Engagement team’s work for a variety of formats, including blogs, emails, presentations, and leadership communications
• Conduct background research on industry practices to support advocacy and engagement strategies
• Identify and track relevant conferences including pricing, dates, and logistics
• Compile and distribute regular news roundups and updates on timely topics, synthesizing key insights for stakeholders
• Source and organize contacts to support corporate engagement efforts, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records
• Support the organization and management of photo and digital asset libraries, ensuring materials are easily accessible and well-maintained

Internal Tracking and Communications:

• Maintain and update trackers of department goals, annual plans and initiatives, ensuring data accuracy, visibility, and actionable insights
• Develop structured agendas for team meetings, retreats, and events, including setting and tracking objectives
• Act as team’s primary internal liaison with other departments
• Share farm-related updates and content on internal platforms
• Support development of internal presentations

Administrative Support and Coordination

• Coordinate travel logistics for team activities and events

• Manage and maintain recurring meeting calendars (including items such as quarterly communications planning calls), ensuring accuracy, alignment and timely updates.

• Coordinate scheduling for large-scale internal and external meetings, effectively managing logistics, participant availability and meeting priorities.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to lead and facilitate meetings
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar tools required (e.g. PowerPoint or a slide making software, Word or document creation program, Excel or database spreadsheet program)
• Proficiency with Airtable or Canva a plus
• Ability to exemplify ASPCA’s core values and behavioral competencies

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• 2 years of experience in research, communications, advocacy or a related field required
• 2 years of experience managing projects or events required
• Experience managing calendars and coordinating travel and logistics for others required
• Experience compiling and summarizing information required
• Experience in animal welfare, corporate social responsibility or food system reform preferred
• Experience leading and facilitating meetings preferred
  

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