Cruelty Response Coordinator

Location: Mumbai or Delhi
Experience: Experience in handling animal cruelty cases (voluntary or professional)
Compensation: Competitive

PETA India

PETA India operates under the simple principle that animals are not ours to experiment on, eat, wear, use for entertainment, or abuse in any other way. The team educates the public and policymakers about animal rights, aiming to stop cruelty and ensure every animal is treated with kindness and respect.

Role

A dedicated position focused on responding to animal abuse reports and working closely with law enforcement to ensure animal protection laws are strictly followed.

Responsibilities

• Respond to cruelty-case complaints received via phone, email, and social media platforms.
• Coordinate with local animal protection groups and volunteers to file official complaints.
• Work with police, forest departments, and SPCA officials to register FIRs and offense reports.
• Travel independently to various locations to manage and resolve urgent cruelty cases.
• Maintain a national database of law enforcement contacts and volunteer networks.
• Assist the public by providing guidance on how to help animals in distress.
• Represent the organization professionally when meeting with government agencies and veterinarians.
• Keep detailed records of all complaints from the initial report to the final legal conclusion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.
• Proven experience in handling animal cruelty cases through volunteering or previous work.
• Fluency in Hindi and English (knowledge of other Indian languages is a plus).
• Proficiency in using computers and digital communication tools.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
• Strong communication skills and a patient approach when dealing with authorities and the public.
• Deep passion for law enforcement and a self-driven, compassionate character.
• Personal commitment to a vegan lifestyle.
• Willingness to travel independently and work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Full alignment with the organization’s mission and animal rights philosophy.

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