Humane World for Animals · 11 hours ago
Specialist, Public Policy - Equine
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$52K/yr - $72K/yr
4+ years expHumane World for Animals, a global leader in animal advocacy and protection, is seeking a Specialist, Public Policy - Equine for the Companion Animals department. In this position, you will help manage the programs and policy efforts of the Equine Protection section by liaising with stakeholders to achieve passage of policy.
Animal FeedWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Researches and analyzes campaigns in the Equine Protection section including horse soring, horse slaughter, racing and overall humane treatment
Supports campaigns by lobbying, developing materials including action alerts, fact sheets, communications to legislators, testimony, and other advocacy and outreach related materials
Makes recommendations to leadership regarding legislative targets and campaign strategy. Advises advocates and policy makers on legislation
Influences and builds relationships with a network of internal and external stakeholders in collaboration with other staff, including working nationally with coalition partners. Represents the organization and department at various forums, including professional meetings, conferences, and workshops
Contributes writing and messaging for media coverage, articles, op-eds, social media, and other venues
Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Public Policy or another related field, or equivalent work experience, required
A minimum of four (4) years of experience in public policy, advocacy, nonprofit operations, or another related field required
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple and often changing priorities and issues of varying complexity, while meeting time sensitive deadlines and deliverables
Ability to multitask and be flexible with regard to workload and assignments
Ability to exercise sound judgment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of confidence, integrity, interpersonal skills, and a professional executive presence for effectively interacting with and influencing others internal and external to the organization
Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence demonstrated by the delivery of quality and timely outcomes
Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member in a team environment
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Willing and able to travel and work a flexible schedule as necessary
Preferred
Strong interest in animal protection issues preferred
Company
Humane World for Animals
The official page for Humane World for Animals formerly called the Humane Society of the United States.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.96MKey Investors
Maddie's Fund
2023-02-28Grant· $0.53M
2022-12-23Grant· $0.17M
2022-12-23Grant· $0.06M
Leadership Team
John Grandy
Senior Vice President/Wildlife Counselor to the CEO
Kitty Block
President and CEO
Recent News
2025-09-30
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