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Summary: The ASPCA believes that when the most humane farmers thrive, farm animals benefit. But for that to happen, the voices and faces of independent livestock farmers need to be brought to the forefront of policymaking. As the Senior Manager, Farmer Advocacy, help the nation's oldest and most respected animal welfare organization - supported by millions of constituents - build a food system that benefits independent farmers who respect their animals, their communities and the environment. Organization: The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is the nation's first humane organization and one of the largest nonprofit animal welfare organizations in the world. The ASPCA provides local and national leadership in caring for pets and pet parents, providing positive outcomes for at-risk animals, and serving victims of animal cruelty.TheFarm Animal WelfareDepartment is oneof the departmentswithin the ASPCA'sPolicy,Response and EngagementGroup.Thefarm animal welfare team workscollaborativelywith other departments and external organizations representing farmer, public health, environment and other interests to build a more humane farming system: introducing and passing legislation to protect farm animals and advance opportunities for pasture-based farmers,spurringcorporate policychangein the food industry,buildingpublicawarenessof farm animal welfare issuesand guiding consumers toward higher welfare meat, eggs and dairy products. What You'll Do The Senior Manager of Farmer Advocacy will be responsible for further developing the ASPCA's engagement with farmers and ranchers to promote policies and markets that support pasture-based farming. Specifically, alongside a partner organization and a committee of farmer leaders, this individual will co-lead and grow a new farmer network devoted to building community and developing advocacy skills among independent, pasture-based farmers to push for policies that support more humane agriculture and reduce the market dominance of industrial animal agriculture. This role will focus on farmer leader development, member recruitment, strategic event planning including farm tours for lawmakers and elevating the network's visibility with key stakeholders. The Senior Manager should have experience with farming and policy-related organizing with strong logistical, project management, communication and interpersonal skills. Where and When You'll Work - This remote-based position (which requires travel, as described below) is open to all eligible candidates based within the United States.- Ability and willingness to travel up to 15% annually, as needed What You'll Get Compensation The target hiring range is based on where the employee works, which for remote roles is the employee's primary location of residence, and its respective cost of labor. You can view which zone applies to you based on your location (aspca.app.box.com/v/aspcazonetable). For questions regarding locations not on the list, please send an email to Careers@aspca.orgHYPERLINK "mailto:Careers@aspca.org" for more information. Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary ranges for this role are set forth below and may be modified in the future. - Zone 1: $75,000 - $80,000 annually- Zone 2: $84,000 - $89,000 annually- Zone 3: $93,000 - $98,000 annually For more information on our benefits offerings, visit our website. Benefits**At the ASPCA, you don't have to choose between your passion and mak

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