Essentials
- Job Title: Communications Officer
- Location: Remote. Applicants may be based anywhere in the world.
- Employment type: Full-time
- Line Manager: Global Policy & Communications Manager
- How to apply: Apply by filling out this form.
- Application deadline: 31 January 2025
Context
The World Federation for Animals
The World Federation for Animals (WFA) is a global federation of 70+ NGOs working to embed animal welfare into sustainable development worldwide. We advocate for integrating animal welfare into international health, food, and environmental regimes, and trade and development finance rules. Since our establishment in 2020, WFA has become a UN-accredited force driving transformative change for animals by uniting peers and experts to influence global decision-making at the UN and other international institutions. We achieve global impact for animals – together.
The team
You will join a small, international team of ambitious, professional, and supportive individuals. Meet them here. Our team works collaboratively with WFA member organisations, all committed to making a positive, long-lasting difference for animals worldwide. Meet our members.
The role
WFA communications reflect the Federation’s focus on international policy. They are solution-oriented and evidence-based, and our messaging promotes collaboration and partnership.
This role will facilitate both internal communications—strengthening resources and services for members—and external communications—scaling public-facing channels to amplify WFA’s mission.
Main areas of responsibility
- Generate, curate, and disseminate strategic knowledge for WFA’s team and members, including through the production of weekly digests, monthly newsletters, and interactive learning / capacity-building materials for the Federation.
- Connect, coordinate, and empower WFA members through the Global Communications Network and the development of communication toolkits to aid members’ advocacy efforts. This will also include working with the Membership Officer to produce online and in-person events to encourage greater engagement of animal protection organisations in WFA’s work.
- Elevate advocacy and success messages through consistent, impactful storytelling and marketing material for use across WFA social media channels and its website. This will also include showcasing and celebrating the Federation’s work, internally and externally.
Key relationships
The Communications Officer will report to the Global Policy & Communications Manager and work closely with the policy team, Membership Officer, and communications colleagues from WFA member organisations.
Required Skills & Experience
You must have the right to work in your location as WFA cannot support any visa application process. We’re looking for someone creative, enthusiastic, and eager to learn.
Experience – essential
- At least 2 years of experience in communications, marketing, content creation, or a similar field.
- Experience managing social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Blue Sky) or creating digital content.
- Familiarity with creating newsletters, blogs, or other written materials.
Experience – desirable
- Experience working in a nonprofit or international organisation.
- Exposure to or interest in global policy, sustainability, animal welfare, and/or advocacy campaigns.
Language
Fluency in English is required
Skills & abilities – essential
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences.
- Creative thinking with the ability to generate compelling content ideas.
- Basic proficiency with design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Spark) or a willingness and ability to learn.
- Organised and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Collaborative mindset with a willingness to work with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Skills & abilities – desirable
- Basic knowledge of website management (e.g., WordPress) or email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp).
- Understanding of global challenges related to sustainable development, biodiversity, or animal welfare.
- Experience coordinating projects or facilitating collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
Values
Commitment to WFA’s mission and values, i.e. altruism; inclusion; trust; impact; and transformation. For more on WFA values, see the Federation’s long-term strategy here.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package of USD 45,000 annually, along with health insurance, generous holiday and paid leave, and opportunities for training. WFA endeavours to ensure fair pay.
The above job description is subject to amendment or discussion with the successful applicant before appointment.
