Vanguard Society Liaison

Position Objective:

Term of Employment:

Reports to:

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Maintain a clear understanding of—and the ability to articulate—the objectives of the organization as well as details about specific PETA programs
  
• Manage contact with specific groups of donors, and act as a professional contact for them
  
• Cultivate relationships with targeted donors
  
• Document pertinent information for the purpose of enhancing and developing donor profiles for the major gifts database
  
• Make recommendations to the director of major gifts and major gifts officers on donors who have greater potential to give
  
• Prepare written and oral reports, as requested by the major gifts coordinator/manager
  
• Stay up to date on current fundraising techniques and methods used in the nonprofit sector, and attend professional training seminars, as requested
  
• Assist with hosting visiting Vanguard Society members
  
• Stay up to date on animal rights issues in general
  
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times
  
• Serve as a liaison at fundraising events and other specific projects, as necessary, ensuring that volunteers and staff members understand responsibilities and are on schedule
  
• Perform other duties, as requested by the major gifts manager

Qualifications:

• Exceptional oral persuasive and explanatory communication skills
  
• At least one year of previous association with PETA as an activist, a member, or a staff member or association with another animal rights group
  
• Ability to prepare professional business communications
  
• Ability to maintain professional working relationships with members and supporters
  
• Must be at least 21 years of age, with a valid driver's license and three years' clean driving record
  
• Ability to represent PETA's philosophy and professionally advocate PETA's position on issues
  
• Ability to work independently and use discretion in confidential matters relating to donors
  
• Ability to manage projects and work together with multiple departments
  
• Ability to respond quickly to donor needs
  
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.

To apply now, please click here. If you are unable to complete the online application, please mail your résumé and cover letter to:

Human Resources Department
501 Front St.
Norfolk, VA 23510