Job description

INR 17

The Humane Society International (HSI), an affiliate of The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation’s most effective animal advocacy organization, is seeking a Senior Specialist, Companion Animal Welfare Research for HSI India. This position is responsible for initiating and leading the organization’s companion animal welfare science and research program, contributing to the implementation of HSI/India’s Companion Animal & Engagement strategy. This position will also be representing the organization in scientific, public policy and animal welfare forums while supporting the organization’s engagement with government, community, vets and industry.

Responsibilities:

• Develops the organization’s companion animal welfare research, analysis and fact checking, along with development of white papers, factsheets, and peer-reviewed publications relating to companion animal welfare;
• Serve as spokesperson and represent the organization at academic conferences and industry conferences and at national governmental meetings (including departments of animal husbandry or legislative meetings) and oversee HSI India’s Companion Animal department’s engagement with academic and research programs studying animal welfare science;
• Represent HSI/India and liaise with relevant certifications programs to complement companion animal protection programs & campaigns; draft and submit recommendations on animal welfare standards;
• Collaborates with the Senior Director, Companion Animals & Engagement, HSI/India and the global department to meet with and present scientific and technical guidance to global and national institutions and businesses to advocate for the adoption and implementation of the organization’s recommendations for improved animal welfare;
• Develops scientific material supporting welfare standards by HSI/India in litigation and for other venues as needed, review and provide detailed comments on companion animal welfare cases, legal documents, draft legislation, and other materials that require scientific or technical animal welfare support;
• Collaborates with and assist HSI’s efforts to establish global animal welfare standards through the intergovernmental bodies including meeting with national decision makers, drafting comments, and developing the strategy and tactics for these efforts;
• Oversees, drafts and reviews all India companion animal welfare related publications, media collaterals, press releases, blogs, and official correspondence for scientific accuracy;
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Animal Science, Animal Behavior (with a focus on companion animal species), or significant academic and research credentials required;
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience as an Animal Welfare Scientist required;
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working internationally preferred;
• A high level of confidence, integrity, interpersonal skills, and a professional presence for effectively interacting with and influencing others, internal and external to the organization, as well as for facilitating meetings and conducting public speaking/presentations;
• Strong communication (written and oral) skills with the ability to translate information into a meaningful, understandable context and message, regardless of the format (e.g., documents, public speaking situations, presentations, etc.);
• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, as well as the ability to handle complex situations and demonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving;
• Demonstrated propensity to be creative, proactive, and self-motivated in the execution and completion of assigned accountabilities;
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of staff management practices and processes and the ability to establish accountabilities and expectations and manage performance to achieve results;
• Strong organizational, project, and priority management skills for planning, executing, and following up on issues, projects, and daily responsibilities meet deadlines;
• 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;
• Thorough knowledge of and commitment to animal protection issues, with a strong preference for companion animal issues;
• Technical proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (i.e., WORD, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Willing and able to travel.

The health and safety of our candidates, employees, and the communities in which we work is our top priority. We strongly prefer that HSI employees be vaccinated against COVID-19.

This position is in India- Remote Eligible

When applying please submit your resume and cover letter as one document.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, caste, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status provided by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

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