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 your chance. We are looking for dedicated people to enrich our team. 

Your contribution will be

• Providing administrative support to the Swiss office, including welcoming visitors and guests
• Processing incoming and outgoing mail
• Overseeing order in the office, especially reception, kitchen and meeting areas, and taking care of office plants
• Receiving deliveries and managing the stock of office supplies
• Maintaining inventory of FOUR PAWS stationery and marketing material
• Undertaking other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Your profile ideally illustrates

• Friendly manners and enjoy contact with people
• Structured and reliable way of working
• Basic knowledge of German (ability to communicate in everyday situations and understand basic instructions)
• Enjoy caring for plants (green thumb)
• Motivated team player
• Ability to lift light weights (up to 5-15kg) as part of the role
• Passion for animal welfare and FOUR PAWS vision and mission
• Ability to work physically in the office at least 4 mornings per week

The 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 dynamic and pleasant working environment in a highly motivated team
• PAWSdays: extra days off at the end of the year on top of your 5 weeks of annual leave
• Dog-friendly office

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. Please contact Recruiting.ch@four-paws.org  if you require assistance applying to this position.

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.

Join our passionate team to make a difference for animals. Apply with your CV, motivation letter, etc. in German today to: