Outreach Ambassador

Position Overview

A table staffed by knowledgeable representatives of Humane Action Pittsburgh can educate the public about HAP’s mission and campaigns, raise awareness of the importance of animal and environmental advocates becoming politically involved, gain new HAP members, build email list, and increase social media following.

Purpose of the Position

• Ensure high public visibility for HAP within the community
• Promote HAP campaigns and advance animal protection by growing HAP membership though education and engagement of new people to the organization
• Help HAP achieve our common goal of building the Model Humane City.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Transport literature and tabling supplies. Coordinate the pick-up and drop off of materials as necessary
• Correspond with event organizers regarding details, such as tables and chairs needed and potential speaking opportunities
• Engage visitors at the HAP table and encourage them to sign up to receive information
• Send data to supervisor
• If unable to answer a question from the public, obtain the answer from HAP leadership after and follow-up.

• Respond to HAP leadership emails and calls within 48 hours
• Attend HAP’s monthly leadership meeting and other meetings as needed
• Share and support HAP’s mission and core values; adhere to HAP’s policies
• Other duties as needed

Training Requirements

Training on HAP’s core values, mission, and policies, including orientation on campaign missions and status.

Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written
• An outgoing personality and eagerness to meet new people

• Self-motivated
• Ability to present yourself in a friendly, professional, and non-partisan manner
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of Google Drive, Trello or a willingness to learn

Time Commitment Required

Minimum of four events per year, events vary in time but usually 2-4 hours long, may need to travel to pick-up or drop-off supplies. Many events occur on evenings or weekends.

Monthly one-hour, virtual leadership meetings

Location

Location varies; typically within the City of Pittsburgh. Internal HAP meetings are typically virtual.

Dress Code

Professional dress required for professional meetings (if any). If attending an informal event on behalf of HAP, we ask the volunteer to purchase a HAP T-shirt for $7.

Benefits to the Volunteer

• Put your excellent people skills to work helping further animal protection issues!
• Know you are key to making a difference in the betterment of animals.
• Opportunity to meet new people and network with community members and volunteers
• Be a valued HAP team member
• Build your resume

What Volunteers Can Expect From HAP

• Support of HAP leadership and members
• Respect and appreciation for your contribution and input