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Appointment Brief - June 2021 DIRECTOR INTRODUCTION FROM INTERNATIONAL CEO & CHAIR OF FOUR PAWS UK BOARD, JOSEF PFABIGAN

Dear Candidate,

Thank you for your interest in the post of Director at FOUR The Director, UK will be line managed by the Chief PAWS UK. This position provides an exciting opportunity to Development Officer who is based in and will also lead the UK office of the global animal welfare organisation report to the UK board of Trustees three to four times a year. FOUR PAWS. What we are looking for is someone who can hit the ground running, deliver our international and national campaigns, FOUR PAWS is headquartered in Vienna where it was manage and further develop a strong senior management founded in 1988 by Heli Dungler and friends. Mr Dungler team, confidently represent the charity to the media, suddenly and sadly passed away in January 2020. FOUR politicians and within the sector and significantly raise the PAWS UK was set up almost fifteen years ago and, in that profile of FOUR PAWS in the UK. time, we have substantially grown our London based team and UK supporter base. We campaign on a range of topics Within the rest of this pack, you will find more information at the national level, as well as asking our UK supporters about our activities, our vision and mission, our achievements to add their voice to our international campaigns. Over the and our structure. You will also find details of the job years, we have been able to see those campaigns lead to description and person specification and information on how substantive positive changes in legislation and corporate to apply for this unique opportunity. If you think you can rise practices in the UK and beyond. While we still have low to this unique challenge and meet our person specification, public awareness as compared to other well-known UK we would love to hear from you. animal welfare charities, we are starting to break through and our international rescues, slaughterhouse closures and Please do not hesitate to contact our retained consultant stories from our sanctuaries continue to feature more and Anna Gardet at Prospectus for an informal conversation more in the UK press and on UK television. For example, in about the position. Lastly, thank you for your interest in 2020, our Orangutan sanctuary featured on BBC1’s Primates working for FOUR PAWS UK. and just last month, our 2020 rescue of Kaavan the elephant from a zoo in Pakistan, in partnership with , featured on Yours faithfully, Smithsonian UK and Channel 5.

Josef Pfabigan CEO, FOUR PAWS International and Chair of the Trustees of FOUR PAWS UK

2 FOUR PAWS - JUNE 2021 FOUR PAWS - JUNE 2021 3 AN INTERNATIONAL NETWORK FOR ANIMAL WELFARE

About FOUR PAWS Reveal. Rescue. Protect.

Animal Welfare. Worldwide. Reveal

FOUR PAWS is the global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS reveals inappropriate and life-threatening for animals under direct human influence, which reveals conditions for animals. FOUR PAWS reveals abuses, develops suffering, rescues animals in need and protects them. appropriate solutions and drives them forward in order Founded in 1988 in Vienna by Heli Dungler and friends, the to implement them in the best possible way. Our projects, organisation advocates for a where humans treat campaigns, information, and for the protection of animals with respect, empathy and understanding. Today, animals under direct human influence, raise awareness and with offices in Australia, , Belgium, , Germany, clarify relevant themes. Our network is international, we , the , , , Thailand, conduct intensive research, and constantly develop new ideas. , the UK, the USA and as well as sanctuaries This is how we bring about changes in mindsets and laws. for rescued animals in twelve countries, FOUR PAWS provides rapid help and long-term solutions. Rescue

FOUR PAWS’ sustainable campaigns and projects focus FOUR PAWS rescues animals in need worldwide that are on companion animals including stray dogs and cats, under direct human influence, and reduces and ends the farm animals and wild animals - such as bears, big cats, suffering of animals with continuing help and medical care. orangutans and elephants - kept in inappropriate conditions FOUR PAWS takes concrete action, mobilises people, changes as well as in disaster and conflict zones. consumer behaviour and brings about changes in the law in order to achieve long-term solutions for animal welfare. We are actively committed to the humane treatment of FOUR PAWS is committed to the responsible treatment of stray dogs and cats as well as to better keeping conditions animals and to combating illegal practices. We work with for companion and farm animals. We establish and operate authorities and governments around the world to introduce sanctuaries worldwide, in which wild animals rescued from legislative changes that improve the lives of millions of abusive captivity find a species-appropriate home. animals.

FOUR PAWS takes a problem-solving approach and offers Protect animals in distress swift and direct aid. Our aim is to achieve and establish changes in politics, society and the economy FOUR PAWS provides a safe home for wildlife such as big that will benefit animals - through projects, campaigns and cats, bears, orangutans and elephants rescued from non- education. Our work is based on scientific expertise, sound species-appropriate keeping conditions around the world. research and intensive national and international lobbying. FOUR PAWS fights for ethical and morally flawless behaviour towards animals, insisting on compliance with standards and the establishment of animal welfare labels. In co-operation with countries and communities, the aim is to ensure that animals are protected by laws and regulations and that these laws are strictly executed. We see this as a basis for achieving justice and fairness in the treatment of animals and for restoring order.

4 FOUR PAWS - JUNE 2021 Our Campaigns Bears: FOUR PAWS rescues bears kept in unsuitable conditions in circuses, zoos and private captivity and rehomes We campaign for better treatment of animals around the them in our bear sanctuaries, where they are given a life as world. Our campaigns, both internationally and in the UK, close as possible to that which they would have in the wild. aim to achieve lasting political and social improvements We operate seven bear sanctuaries in Austria, Germany, in the living conditions of farm animals, wild animals and Bulgaria, Ukraine, Kosovo, Switzerland and Vietnam, as well companion animals. as a bear orphanage in .

Wild Animals: We are seeking an end to the use of all wild Big Cats: Miserable conditions for big cats in zoos and private animals in entertainment, including circuses and private captivity led FOUR PAWS to build a sanctuary in South Africa. captivity. We are also working to end the use of wild animals LIONSROCK offers big cats a safe home which meets their for fur production and are focussing on this in 2021 as part natural requirements for the rest of their lives. We also run a of our Wear-it-Kind campaign. As a member of several UK smaller, big cat centre in the Netherlands. coalitions, we are also campaigning to ban the import of hunting trophies into the UK and the keeping of primates Stray Animal Care: In many countries, stray animals, as pets. As part of our Live Kinder communications and particularly dogs and cats, are a regular sight. FOUR PAWS pandemics pressure campaign, we are also continuing to works to prevent illness and breeding among strays in a fight for a global ban on the wildlife trade. sustainable way by neutering, vaccinating, de-worming them, and providing them with veterinary care, water and food. Companion Animals: We are actively campaigning to end the dog and cat meat trade in South East Asia by 2030 as well Apes: The destruction of Borneo’s rainforest threatens the as the mass production of puppies on illegal puppy farms orangutan with extinction. FOUR PAWS operates a ‘forest in Eastern . We are calling on the UK Government academy’ on the island where rescued orphaned orangutans are to do more to stop these puppies being illegally imported nursed back to health and prepared for their return to the wild. into the country, as well as putting pressure on online shopping platforms through which these puppies are often Horses: FOUR PAWS runs a project focused on the protection sold. Alongside this we communicate on and advocate for of Europe’s last wild living horse population in the Romanian responsible pet ownership. Danube Delta. We also reveal systematic abuses in horse keeping and transportation and collaborate with authorities Farm Animals: FOUR PAWS has successfully campaigned to and communities to secure and improve the protection of stop the UK pet food industry using imported caged-rabbit horses in general. meat for use in pet products. We have also led the way in convincing UK retailers (as well as in other countries) to Disaster Relief: Our Disaster Relief Team is on standby to implement stricter welfare standards when sourcing feather provide aid for animals following natural and man-made and down for bedding products. In 2021, we will be building disasters. We save animals caught in disasters worldwide, on the global conversations that the pandemic and climate helping to reunite them with their owners and providing change have initiated to call for a ban on factory farming and urgent veterinary assistance. We have helped rescue and fast fashion which includes mulesing and fur. protect animals in several emergencies from India, Sri Lanka and Kenya to Italy, the Balkans and the USA.

Our Projects Emergency Rescues: Our Emergency Rescue Team responds to animals in danger in places where other organisations Our projects provide direct, immediate and long-term are often unable to go. Over the last few years, the team has assistance to animals in danger. In spite of the COVID19 rescued animals from zoos in Gaza, and Syria and has pandemic which forced the closure to the public of many of gone to the assistance of animals in Sudan, Lebanon and our sanctuaries in 2020, our teams have continued to care for most recently, Pakistan. the animals within them. They have also continued to provide assistance and rescue to animals in need all over the world.

FOUR PAWS - JUNE 2021 5 6 FOUR PAWS - JUNE 2021 ORGANISATIONAL CHART (UK)

Director

Head of Fundraising Head of Programmes Head of Communications Head of Finance & Administration

Digital Campaigns Campaigns Communications Finance Co-worker Assistant Officer Officer

Senior Digital Senior Major Donor Senior Individual Database Digital Officer (2021) Fundraiser Fundraiser Giving Officer Officer

Fundraising Co-worker

ORGANISATIONAL CHART (GLOBAL)

CEO

CMO CPO CDO

Organisational Communications Wild Animals Finance Development

Farm Animals & Contract Fundraising Quality Management Nutrition Development

Digitalisation & Companion Animals IT Disaster Relief Unit Innovation Strategy

Sustainable Contract Sanctuaries Management & Legal

Science Unit Countries

EPO

FOUR PAWS - JUNE 2021 7 ROLE DESCRIPTION

Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum, dependent on experience Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week, inclusive of one hour per day for lunch. Core office hours are 09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday. The post will involve some weekend and evening work and international travel for which time off in lieu may be taken. Due to the COVID19 pandemic, all staff are currently working from home. There will be a phased return to our office near London Bridge so candidates should bear this in mind when applying. Annual leave: Holiday entitlement is 29 days pro rata plus statutory bank holidays. Pension: Auto-enrolment into the FOUR PAWS UK pension scheme. Other: Flexible working policy and cycle to work scheme.

Job Description: The Director UK leads the FOUR PAWS UK office and team based in London. The position is responsible for the effective translation of FOUR PAWS’ global organisational and campaign priorities into national realities in line with the organisational strategy and national development plan. The Director UK is the national representative of FOUR PAWS and an active member of the global Senior Leadership Team.

8 FOUR PAWS - JUNE 2021 KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Leadership of Trustees to develop and implement the three-year development plan and annual implementation plans. • Provide and implement the strategic direction for FOUR PAWS in the UK within the FOUR PAWS global strategic • Lead the UK team effectively, ensuring that all staff framework, to ensure a strong brand positioning. are motivated to succeed and that adequate cover is provided at all times. • Oversee day-to-day operations and lead the Senior Management Team in managing the organisation. • Conduct monthly team meetings to report back on achievements and share learnings. • Maintain a positive and ethical culture that is conducive to attracting, retaining and motivating employees, with a • Carry out the recruitment, development, retention focus on competency development and clear measures and appraisals of the UK Senior Management Team in of performance. accordance with agreed organisational principles and processes. • Develop and implement processes that support the achievement of the organisation’s objectives and targets. • Ensure a safe working environment for all staff using our London offices. • Contribute meaningfully and practically to the global, Senior Leadership Team of FOUR PAWS and work closely Finance and reporting and collaboratively with international directors on areas • Work closely with the Head of Finance and of mutual concern. Administration and other Heads of department to closely External representation and relations monitor and manage expenditure in line with agreed organisational principles and processes. • Promote the objectives of FOUR PAWS UK and influence key stakeholders to meet the needs and rights of animals • Develop business cases for investment and cost savings affected by poor keeping or treatment, including inputting and present, as required, to the UK board. into relevant policy developments and discussions at • Work closely with the Head of Fundraising to oversee ministerial or government department level. implementation of the fundraising strategy and ensure • Seek and develop opportunities to expand and promote that income continues to grow, channel income continues the role of the organisation. to diversify and the charity remains data compliant. • Act as the main spokesperson for the charity and Board engage with national media and social media to ensure • Report to the UK board three to four times a year and the charity’s profile and influence are maintained and act as company secretary for FOUR PAWS UK ensuring enhanced. the UK charity complies with all statutory and legal • Ensure that FOUR PAWS UK campaigns speak out on obligations. matters of most concern regarding animal welfare. • Manage the UK risk register and report any immediate • Working closely with the Head of Programmes, ensure risks to the UK board immediately and implement that FOUR PAWS UK is well represented within necessary mitigation measures. membership groups such as Wildlife and Countryside • Work with the Head of Finance and Administration to carry Link, on parliamentary groups (e.g. APGAW) and on out the annual audit and produce the Trustee Report and various single issue campaign coalitions (fur, trophy Financial Statements. hunting, pandemics etc). Miscellaneous • Represent the charity on a wide range of issues with all relevant stakeholders as necessary. • Remain up to date with current best practice and charity law relating to funding and fundraising methodology and Strategy practice. • Oversee the development and implementation of • Abide by the charity’s policies, practices and core values. the FOUR PAWS UK development plan and annual implementation plan and actively contribute to the • Support diversity and equality of opportunity in the development and implementation of the FOUR PAWS workplace for both staff and volunteers. organisational strategy as a member of the global Other Senior Leadership Team. • Due to the nature of attending events and workshops, UK Team you will sometimes be asked to work outside of office • Work with the Fundraising, Communications, hours and to travel to our Head Office in Vienna (post- Programmes, Finance and Admin Heads and the UK Board pandemic).

FOUR PAWS - JUNE 2021 9 PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Desirable • Strong belief in FOUR PAWS’s vision, mission and • Experience of generating income and sound purpose. understanding of fundraising streams with knowledge and experience of using different fundraising channels • Proven track record in a leadership role within an and developing strategy. organisation of similar complexity and scale. • Experience in the animal welfare sector. • Experience of lobbying, networking and developing relationships with politicians, government officials • Experience of working with and reporting to a Board of leading to positive change. Trustees. • Experience of representing an organisation to politicians, • Experience of working in an international organisation. government officials, intergovernmental organisations and companies, including those who may be targets of Personal attributes campaigns. • Strong, self-motivated and results driven. • Experience of confidently representing an organisation and communicating key policy and campaign messages • Strong commitment to Diversity, Inclusion within the to the national media, including at very short notice. workplace. • A strong and clear communicator and public speaker • Creative. who can deliver messages to a wide variety of audiences • Team player. and build a sense of passion and engagement. • Robust and determined. • Experience at a senior level of strategic and financial planning, management and monitoring. • Good strategic vision. • Experience of managing a team, including senior • Well organised. managers. • Working to deadlines and able to achieve financial • Project management and prioritisation skills. objectives. • Proven experience of authentic and adaptable leadership, • Strong IT skills, word processing, databases, including developing diverse staff teams. spreadsheets and email. • Able to travel internationally two to three times a year (post-pandemic).

10 FOUR PAWS - JUNE 2021 FOUR PAWS - JUNE 2021 11 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please upload a comprehensive CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages of A4 on our website. Please ensure that your application fully addresses the appointment criteria in the person specification. You should give the names, positions, organisations and telephone contact numbers of two referees, one of whom should be your current/most recent employer. References will only be taken once your express permission has been granted. We ask that you complete the equal opportunities information online when you submit your application via our website.

The information collected will be treated as confidential, used for statistical purposes only, and will not be treated as part of your application. We would also be grateful if you could let us know if you will require any special provision as a result of any disability should you be called for interview. Finally, please ensure that you have included mobile, work and home telephone numbers, as well as any dates when you will not be available or might have difficulty with the indicative timetable.

FOUR PAWS is committed to being an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures and experiences - including people with disabilities and ethnic minority candidates. Our aim is that our employees will be representative of all sections of society and each person feels respected, is treated equitably and is able to give of their best.

Applications should be made via the Prospectus website at: jobs.prospect-us.co.uk/jobs/details/HQ00178004

Timetable Queries

Deadline for applications: If you wish to have an informal Tuesday 6th July 2021 discussion about the opportunity, please contact our retained advisor Interviews with Prospectus: Anna Gardet at Prospectus on 12th-15th July 2021 020 7691 1920, or via email: First stage interviews with FOUR PAWS UK: w/c 19th July 2021 [email protected] Second stage interviews with FOUR PAWS UK: w/c 26th July 2021

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