Project Manager (m/f/d)

Part-time or Full-time | 80%-100% | Zurich, Switzerland

FOUR PAWS is the global animal welfare organisation for animals under direct human influence, which reveals suffering, rescues animals in need and protects them. Find out more about our sustainable campaigns and projects on www.four-paws.org.  

Would you like to contribute to something meaningful and work with us on our mission? This is an opportunity to take on a leadership position at the intersection of governance, operational execution and global impact. We are looking for a dedicated person to enrich our team in the position of Legal, Operations, Compliance and Implementation Director, as the current role holder is transitioning into a new role within the organisation.

Your contribution will be  

• Coordinating project activities with a focus on animal welfare issues and/or organisational-wide projects, enabling animal welfare work using established templates, ensuring timelines and deliverables are clearly defined
• Delivering projects end-to-end by applying project management frameworks and standards for executing projects under direction and adjusting with support when needed
• Monitoring time and budget on several projects, and coordinating resource needs within approved limits to ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery
• Identifying risks, dependencies and issues early, escalating appropriately, and seeking guidance to shape well-rounded solutions
• Matrix-managing small core teams by encouraging collaboration and building accountability within clearly structured roles
• Managing stakeholder relationships by maintaining clear, regular communication.
• Reporting on project progress and outcomes by updating trackers, monitoring and providing clear summaries to relevant stakeholders
• Coordinating and facilitating learning within the project team through activities such as retrospectives and reviews, ensuring that key learnings are documented and translated into practice

Your profile ideally illustrates 

• Experience in project management roles, ideally in the non-profit sector
• Entry-level certification, e.g., PMP Foundations, Agile Foundations or similar
• Fluency in English and German is essential; knowledge of French is an asset
• Proficient in MS Office and project management software, such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent tools
• Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and a willingness to learn mindset with high attention to detail and a structured, planning-oriented way of working
• Passion for animal welfare and FOUR PAWS’ vision and mission

Our offer includes 

• The opportunity to truly contribute to global animal welfare
• A multinational team with the spirit of being ONE FOUR PAWS
• A modern workplace in Zurich, easily accessible by public transport
• A dog-friendly workplace
• Time to recharge your batteries: 5 weeks holiday per year and extra family days at the end of the year
• A comprehensive fringe benefits package  
  

We reveal, rescue and protect unique animals from many different species through systems change and by creating species-appropriate environments at our sanctuaries!

We celebrate our colleagues' differences and strive to create an inclusive environment because we believe that only by working together, we can advance animal welfare worldwide. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strongly encourage candidates from all diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals with diverse lived experiences, racial identities, national origins, religions, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and disability statuses to apply. We welcome everyone who wants to support our mission.

All interested individuals are invited to submit their applications for the position. Please note that in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, having a valid work permit for the respective country or being eligible to obtain one is a requirement for this position prior to commencing employment.

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