Fundraising Communications Writer
Position Objective:
To write persuasive fundraising copy for PETA and its international entities.
Reports to:
Vice President of International Fundraising
Location:
Remote/ London Office/ Flexible
Salary:
£27,000–£30,000, depending on experience
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
- Write and revise direct mail and email appeals, acknowledgment letters, progress reports, scripts, and other fundraising copy
- Create new and revised advocacy copy to respond to members and prospects who contact PETA or its international entities
- Create internal reports to help staff in their work with donors and prospects
- Monitor PETA entity websites and fundraising appeals and proactively suggest and develop new advocacy copy
- Assist with preparation of scripts for fundraising and membership events
Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
- Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Minimum of one year of professional writing experience, which may include writing for newspapers, magazines, or other publications
- Proven excellent knowledge of English grammar
- Experience writing email and web communications (e-news, blogs, etc)
- Experience with fundraising appeals, acknowledgments and scripts would be desirable
- Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and campaigns of PETA and its international affiliates
- Proven ability to meet deadlines while under pressure
- Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Proven ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and follow through
- Support for PETA’s philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA’s positions on issues
- Commitment to the objectives of the organisation