PETA · 1 month ago
Senior Strategic Initiatives Lead
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$64K/yr - $81K/yr
8+ years expPETA is a mission-driven organization dedicated to animal rights, and they are seeking a Senior Strategic Initiatives Lead to shape strategy and drive innovation within their Development department. This role involves collaborating with senior leadership to enhance fundraising efforts and execute key priorities that support PETA's mission.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the SVP of Development to design, prioritize, and execute department-wide strategies that emphasize innovation and forward-thinking initiatives
Work closely with the Deputy Director to coordinate, advance, and implement cross-team projects that drive departmental evolution
Strengthen cross-team alignment across Major Gifts, Digital Fundraising, Direct Response, Membership, Events, Legacy Gifts, and Catalog teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Develop strategic frameworks and project plans that support transformative initiatives and long-range goals
Identify opportunities to elevate systems, processes, and collaboration, and implement solutions that enhance strategic alignment
Lead major cross-team projects focused on technology enhancements, AI and automation initiatives, donor experience improvements, and pioneering fundraising pilots that expand PETA’s impact
Coordinate leadership communications, prepare reports and presentations, and support messaging that highlights innovative efforts
Track progress on strategic initiatives, proactively address risks or resource needs, and adapt plans to ensure success
Represent the SVP in selected internal meetings and cross-functional groups, advocating for a culture of innovation
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualification
Required
Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Eight years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, project management, or organizational leadership
Demonstrated success coordinating complex, cross-functional projects
Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to work independently and use discretion in confidential matters
Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
Ability to represent PETA's philosophy and professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Preferred
Experience with CRM platforms, data dashboards, and digital or technology-forward fundraising tools
Company
PETA
PETA is a non-profit animal rights organization that focuses on issues related to animal cruelty.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ingrid Newkirk
Founder and President
Tracy Reiman
President
Recent News
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