COMMUNITY AND DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR - BRAZIL

Sinergia Animal is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourages people from minoritized groups to apply. We strive to make our organization a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Together, we can work towards a more compassionate world for all beings.

 

Terms of Employment: Full Time (40 hours per week)

Reports to: Programs Sr Lead

Position Location: São Paulo, Brazil

Language requirement: Portuguese and English - Fluent

 

 

About Sinergia Animal

Rated as one of the world's most effective animal protection organizations by Animal Charity Evaluators, Sinergia Animal is an international campaigning organization working in countries of the Global South (specifically Latin America and Southeast Asia) to reduce animal suffering and promote more compassionate food choices. 

We use negotiations, investigations, peaceful direct actions, and innovative campaigning methods to expose the suffering of farmed animals and to help build a world in which no animals are exploited for food.

 

About the position 

The goal of this position is to assist our local team in building an effective and reliable community of volunteers, activists, and supporters to help us in our mission to reduce animal suffering in Brazil by conducting campaigns and events. This position will involve tasks such as coordinating volunteers for various activities and events, recruiting activists for online and street actions, managing the local volunteer group, attending and organizing events for brand awareness and fundraising, and engaging with individual donors. 

 

Responsibilities

 

• Help build a strong and united community of volunteers and activists in Brazil, with the possibility to expand the work to other cities.

• Secure a high level of activist participation in online and street actions.

• Lead regular meetings and trainings with volunteers and activists.

• Create, engage, and organize a community of qualified volunteers.

• Organize the participation of Sinergia Animal in vegan and related events to increase brand awareness and supporter base. 

• Engage with existing and potential individual donors via email and phone calls.

• Help with the logistics of delivering gifts to individual donors.

• Travel regionally, as necessary, to attend and coordinate campaign actions.

• Represent Sinergia Animal at public events and within the NGO and animal protection communities at large.

• Build alliances with other international and/or grassroots NGOs.

• Carry out other activities assigned by the supervisor, director, and/or president and follow all procedures set by Sinergia Animal.

 

Requirements

 

• Excellent oral communication, writing, and proofreading skills.

• Proven ability to work both independently and in close coordination with a remote team.

• Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple projects.

• Strong community-building skills.

• Commitment to the mission and objectives of the organization.

• Commitment to non-violent direct actions.

• Affinity for animal rights issues and a vegan lifestyle are highly desirable.

• Previous experience in business, communications, or campaigning with the media or NGOs is desirable.

 

Enthusiasm, creativity, and proactivity are very important to us. Even if you don’t meet all of these requirements, if you’re very excited about this role, then we want to hear from you.​

Sinergia Animal has an Internal Development Program that can support you in developing skills needed, including language.

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Benefits at Sinergia Animal

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Joining Sinergia Animal means becoming part of a mission-driven NGO dedicated to creating meaningful impact. We value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance:

🌍 Make an Impact: Work with a passionate team driving positive change for animals, people, and the planet.
🏖️ 26 Days of Paid Vacation: Enjoy more time to rest, recharge, and pursue personal interests.
🍽️ Food Allowance: Support for your daily meals to keep you energized.
🩺 Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to take care of you when you need it most.
📚 Professional Development Allowance: An annual budget for courses, training, and skill-building opportunities.
💙 Ollie Mental Health Support: Access to expert-led mental health resources to prioritize your well-being.

At Sinergia Animal, we believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where you can thrive while making a difference.

 

Once your application has been reviewed, we will email you further details on its status. If you are moving forward in the process, here’s what to expect (*):

1. First Interview: Video call with our People Department

2. Work Simulation assignment: Completed remotely

3. Final Interview: Video call with the direct supervisor

(*) We will notify you in advance of any changes or additional steps.

 

Please note that the position will remain open until the process is fully concluded.