Overview
Director of Content, Volunteer Jobs in Remote at American Pet Cancer Foundation
Director of Content, Volunteer
About the Pet Cancer Foundation
The Pet Cancer Foundation’s vision is to increase the life expectancy and improve the quality of life of pets diagnosed with cancer. Estimates suggest that 12 million dogs and cats develop cancer each year, which is roughly six times the number of humans diagnosed annually in North America.
As the organization continues to work towards the accomplishment of our mission, the PCF team includes professionals contributing virtually across Canada, the United States, and several other countries worldwide. While we work to become the leading information resource provider in the field of pet health and animal cancer, we’re searching for a Director of Content to co-lead our Online Communities department. That is where and how you can help us.
About the Position
The volunteer Director of Content leads the organization’s content development for PCF’s online communities. The Director of Content is accountable for directing approved content strategies that have been developed to fulfill the organization’s purpose of enhancing the general well-being of cats and dogs through education, information, and awareness of pet health and cancer topics to their families. As the department’s content leader, the Director will lead the oversight of content development and authentication, ensuring all published content follows the authorized style, tone, and standards of the organization. Maintaining regular engagement with their teams, while promoting teamwork and ownership of deadlines is a critical component of this coaching and mentoring role.
*Please leave a note with your application to acknowledge your awareness of the volunteer nature of the role. We will only proceed with those candidates who understand this to be a volunteer position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee the execution of PCF’s approved content strategies, ensuring content development follows organizational objectives and quality standards.
Supervise the content production process, ensuring all published materials meet accuracy, tone, and style guidelines.
Guide and support writers, editors, and research assistants in creating, refining, and verifying content.
Implement quality assurance measures to maintain high editorial standards for all content published in PCF’s online communities.
Maintain oversight of the content pipeline, ensuring deadlines are met while upholding PCF’s high-quality standards.
Work closely with department leadership to ensure content remains aligned with organizational messaging and engagement initiatives.
Ensure that all published materials are factually accurate, research-supported, and provide value to pet owners.
Coach and mentor content creators, providing constructive feedback and fostering professional growth within the team.
About You
You are a detail-oriented leader with a strong background in content development, editorial management, or communications. You have a deep understanding of content verification, editorial oversight, and maintaining quality standards in published materials. Your experience in leading teams editors has equipped you with strong coaching and mentoring abilities. You thrive in ensuring that content meets organizational objectives and strategic goals while maintaining editorial integrity. You have:
10+ years of experience in a content leadership role (e.g., senior editor, editorial director, or communications lead).
A diploma or bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a related field.
A strong background in editorial oversight, content verification, and publication standards.
Experience managing content teams, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality standards.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail, tone, and clarity.
A track record of ensuring compliance with brand and editorial guidelines while improving content workflows.
Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills.
A passion for educating pet owners through clear, accurate, and engaging content.
What we provide you with
This is a fantastic role for anyone in academia to explore a career in the private or non-profit sectors. You will develop excellent networking and strategy skills and continue to know the latest industry trends and developments.
Footnotes
Please leave a note with your application to acknowledge your awareness of the volunteer nature of the role. We will only proceed with those candidates who understand this to be a volunteer position.
This position is virtual and can be completed from anywhere in Canada or the United States.
This is a volunteer position with an estimated time commitment of 8-10 hours per week.
Visit our website at www.petcancerfdn.org for more information about the organization.
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 8 – 10 per week
Work Location: Remote
Title: Director of Content, Volunteer
Company: American Pet Cancer Foundation
Location: Remote
