Data Analyst, Media Relations

Global Fishing Watch

9d•$80,000 - $95,000•Remote

About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity to join Global Fishing Watch and work with a dynamic international team of communications professionals at the intersection of artificial intelligence, open data, ocean protection and media engagement. The successful candidate will help turn data into stories and translate complex analyses into clear compelling narratives that engage journalists. The role seeks to advance our efforts in growing Global Fishing Watch’s media outreach capabilities and will function as the technical expert for all media relations related to Global Fishing Watch’s data and tools such as the map, Vessel Viewer and Marine Manager. The position sits within the Global Fishing Watch communications team and reports to the senior manager, communications. The role will support the delivery of Global Fishing Watch’s media outreach program, including leading quarterly in-person and virtual data journalism workshops designed to train journalists on Global Fishing Watch open data and tools for media investigations. The data analyst will also be responsible for crafting and curating the technical curriculum for these sessions as well as supporting incoming queries related to data analysis and Global Fishing Watch tools. The data analyst, media relations requires well-developed analytical skills and an understanding of data journalism and media relations. The successful candidate will equip media partners with key visualizations and evidence that can help bring transparency and accountability to human activity at sea. The position requires a range of communication skills to work effectively between media outlets, journalists and Global Fishing Watch teams. Domestic and/or international travel is anticipated with this position, with up to five trips per year.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in data analytics or other related disciplines, such as fisheries science, or equivalent professional experience.
Proven track record of independently executing data analysis projects or interactive data visualizations.
Fluency with analytical coding languages, such as R, SQL or Google BigQuery.
Experience combined with a genuine interest in working on fisheries and ocean biodiversity and marine management issues in the nonprofit and/or international sector.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; strong writer familiar with Associated Press style
Experience communicating complex information to expert and non-expert audiences.
Highly organized, analytical, detail oriented and self-motivated.
Ability to work independently and asynchronously with colleagues in a global remote work environment while partnering with the manager to receive direction on core objectives.
Ability to work quickly and efficiently to a very high standard of detail.
Ability to take ownership of projects and communicate project updates to stakeholders in a transparent and proactive manner.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while performing in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
An understanding of the complexities and internal communications surrounding collaboration in a global matrix and remote organization.
Strong interpersonal skills and readiness to embrace electronic ways of remote working are required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a relevant area or equivalent experience.
Experience with data journalism, storytelling, data visualization or information design and/or knowledge of the global media landscape.
Knowledge of and experience analyzing vessel tracking data, such as automatic identification system (AIS), and other satellite data sources for vessel detection including Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), optical imagery, and Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS).
Experience analyzing vessel tracking, identity and activity data using SQL, Google BigQuery and/or R programming software.
Experience working with and an understanding of fisheries compliance and/or monitoring, control and surveillance operations.
Experience as a trainer is desired.
Knowledge of Spanish and/or other languages is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support to Global Fishing Watch’s senior manager, media relations in responding to media inquiries related to analysis of data within the Global Fishing Watch map and relevant tools.
Lead the production of technical reports, visualizations and static imagery in response to media requests.
Engage with external stakeholders, including data journalists and graphic leads, and service media requests in a timely manner.
Engage with internal stakeholders, including Global Fishing Watch technical and regional teams to acquire and share datasets and technical knowledge.
Plan, curate and deliver technical trainings to media and press with the goal of encouraging uptake of Global Fishing Watch technology.
Support the senior manager, media relations with the development of media pitches that promote, evidence and help scale and Global Fishing Watch technology.
Support the communications team in drafting web and editorial content as needed.
Identify opportunities to streamline data extraction processes and improve the efficiency of media response workflows.
Other duties as assigned.

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