Media Relations Manager Job at ONE Campaign in Washington

ABOUT THE ONE CAMPAIGN

ONE is a global, nonpartisan organization fighting for a more just world by demanding the investments needed to create economic opportunities and healthier lives in Africa. We do this by deploying trusted and dynamic advocacy that leverages hard-hitting data, credible grassroots activism, creative political engagement, and strategic partnerships. We use all this to influence decision-makers to take action and tackle the world's biggest challenges. Read more at www.one.org.

ABOUT THE ROLE :

The Media Relations Manager will help ONE achieve its policy-changing objectives through media engagement with priority media outlets across North America, with special emphasis in the USA. They will play a key role in developing new communications products and approaches and coordinating compelling narratives around priority issues for use by all the teams across North America. They will also work with staff in similar roles across the organization.

The Manager will have a solid understanding of how media engagement can bring about policy change, demonstrable experience of engaging media in the US and Canada, and the ability to concisely and persuasively communicate complex issues. There will be exposure to managing events, publications, and communications products.

Working with the Director of Communications, North America they will support the vision and development of ONE's North America media and communications strategies. They will lead on the execution of the media strategy and play a collaborative role in integrating full spectrum communications strategies and tactics within the NA team. As appropriate, they will coordinate with ONE's communications staff around the world.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL :

• Serve as one of the primary media liaisons for ONE in the United States and Canada.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with elite media, reporters, and partners; pitch coverage of ONE, our narratives and priorities to North American print, broadcast, and online media outlets.
• Secure media coverage for ONE's issues in outlets with a primary emphasis on the USA and supporting Canadian staff around key milestones and events.
• Monitor news and industry associations for trends, best practices, and emerging issues to inform organizational strategy to respond, capitalize or generate own content.
• Produce and review media relations products, and assist with full spectrum communications products, including : press releases, op-eds, opportunities to profile NA leadership, website content, video and website content, and other messaging materials.
• Assist in developing and executing social media strategies on ONE in America and ONE in Canada market channels.
• Collaborate with the North America teams to execute ONE's North America strategy as set by the Executive Director and North America Leadership Team. Craft narratives and support for campaigns, government relations, and policy activities.
• Advise on communications and media strategies for the North America Advocacy team, contributing to the formation and execution of political and policy strategies.
• Promote, enhance, and protect ONE's reputation in North America, overseeing strategies to reinforce and defend ONE's credibility and strengthen ONE's global brand and position as an advocacy organization.
• Contribute the global communications community of practice. Share best practices, strategies, messaging, and products to ensure ONE's positions are communicated and integrated effectively across departments and regions.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Communications, North America.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU :

OTHER ATTRIBUTES :

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS : $75,000 - $90,000 annual salary. This salary range is based on compensation survey data for similar organizations and is used to set pay internally at ONE. Where a new hire's salary falls within this range is based on a variety of factors, including the budget available for this position.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes :

LANGUAGE SKILLS : Fluency in English required. Familiarity with additional languages, especially French, is an asset.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / TRAVEL : Standard office and remote work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The expectation is to be in the office 3 day per week to ensure tight collaboration and alignment with the US team. Light international and domestic travel is required.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS : If you are ready to join the fight against extreme poverty and preventable disease, please submit a resume and cover letter to this opening at ONE jobs (http : / / www.one.org / jobs).

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants. When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to compete for a job, they may request it orally or in writing (please email recruiting@one.org). ONE will process requests for reasonable accommodation and will provide reasonable accommodations where appropriate, in a prompt and efficient manner.

We understand that a diversity of strengths, experiences, and backgrounds makes our team stronger. If this position interests you, we encourage you to apply and tell us why you are a great candidate for the role. ONE does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. To learn more about our diversity and inclusion work and priorities, visit https : / / www.one.org / about / diversity.

Due to the number of inquiries that ONE receives, we thank all candidates for their interest yet only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.