Campaign Manager

POSITION:     Campaign Manager
LOCATION:   Remote; travel required

JOB SUMMARY

The Center for a Humane Economy, a sister organization to Animal Wellness Action, is seeking a full-time Campaign Manager to lead a national initiative to expand plant-based cheese options in the U.S. pizza industry, “Giving Pizza Plant-Based Pizzazz.” This effort aims to improve consumer choice, especially for the millions of Americans who are lactose-intolerant.

The Campaign Manager will collaborate with food companies, restaurant chains, and advocates to make plant-based cheese a more widely available option across retail pizza outlets. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, strong organizer, and passionate advocate for consumer choice, public health, and animal welfare.

This position reports to the Director of State Affairs and works closely with communications and advocacy teams.

DUTIES

1. Grassroots Engagement
   Build and mobilize a national network of advocates to support plant-based cheese options across the food retail and restaurant sectors.
2. Industry Outreach
   Engage with food industry decision-makers to promote and introduce plant-based cheese options on menus.
3. Campaign Execution
   Implement campaign strategies to grow consumer demand and drive broader adoption of plant-based cheese in pizza outlets.
4. Media Relations
   Collaborate with the communications team to secure media coverage and promote the benefits of plant-based options.
5. Advocacy Support
   Assist with initiatives that increase access to plant-based foods in schools and public institutions.
6. Administrative Duties
   Attend meetings, track deliverables, maintain records, and respond promptly to communications.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in corporate outreach, grassroots advocacy, or campaign management in food policy, plant-based advocacy, or animal welfare.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong knowledge of the food industry, plant-based alternatives, and animal agriculture.
• Experience building relationships with corporate leaders, policymakers, and nonprofit partners.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic campaigns with measurable results.
• Excellent communication and persuasion skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Experience in public relations, media outreach, and corporate accountability campaigns preferred.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, organizations, and volunteers to achieve campaign goals.
• Familiarity with project management principles and ability to work effectively with people of varying backgrounds.
• Professional, non-partisan, and adaptable approach to advocacy and engagement.

TIME COMMITMENT & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Full-time, remote position, with flexibility for travel to industry events, restaurants, conferences, and meetings.
• Evening and weekend work required.
• Must have reliable internet access and ability to conduct professional virtual meetings.

 HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Natalie@AnimalWellnessAction.org with the subject line “Program Manager — ‘Giving Pizza Plant-Based Pizzazz” campaign.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

ABOUT US

Animal Wellness Action is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization with a mission of helping animals by promoting legal standards forbidding cruelty. We champion causes that alleviate the suffering of all animals. Visit us at www.animalwellnessaction.org.