Lead Associate, Media Relation (P2)
About The Position
The Lead Associate for Media Relations will execute key media relations and strategic communications functions that advance the priorities of Save the Children, including a special, but not exclusive, focus on policy and advocacy of the agency and its advocacy arm, Save the Children Action Network (SCAN). Working collaboratively to implement communications strategies, the Lead Associate helps identify and engage key audiences—including media, coalition partners, policymakers, advocates, and the public—through clear, compelling communications. The position maintains regular contact with traditional and emerging media, including journalists across local, state, and national markets; drafts and edits communications materials; and plays a key role in monitoring, analyzing, and evaluating media advocacy efforts and their impact.
Requirements
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent, plus at least 3 years of relevant experience
- Proven writing and editing skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Proven ability to organize and execute tasks for several campaigns simultaneously
- Ability and eagerness to engage across the political spectrum and to champion the organization’s bipartisan approach to effective policymaking
- Professional proficiency in MS Office suite and knowledge of media monitoring tools
- Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
Nice To Haves
- Experience pitching stories and cultivating relationships with journalists and media professionals, with a focus on political reporters in Washington, DC, and across the United States.
- Experience in advocacy and/or grassroots campaigns.
- Experience preparing spokespeople for media interviews.
Responsibilities
- Support implementation of communications and media outreach plans that advance SCN's priorities in alignment with broader federal policy goals.
- Draft and edit communications materials including press releases, talking points, media advisories, statements and spokesperson briefing materials.
- Collaborate with policy, advocacy, and technical experts to translate complex information into clear communications products.
- Monitor policy developments and news trends and share opportunities with communications team members.
- Assist with coordinating communications activities across internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Support day-to-day media activities, including developing pitches, coordinating and scheduling interviews, and maintaining press lists.
- Help establish and maintain relationships with journalists, producers and media contacts across local, state and national outlets, as well as other influential content creators.
- Assist in preparing spokespeople for media opportunities by gathering background materials and coordinating logistics.
- Partner with Media team members to support Save’s international portfolio, with a primary focus on the Middle East.
- Develop and maintain a diverse roster of subject matter experts and backup spokespeople.
- Monitor media coverage related to organizational priorities and policy issues.
- Produce regular media coverage summaries and reports.
- Maintain media tracking systems and communications calendars.
- Compile basic metrics and reporting to support evaluation of media outreach efforts.
- Track communications deliverables and help coordinate workflows across the Media team.
Benefits
- Flexible schedules
- Generous PTO
- 11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- A variety of paid leaves: caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness and fertility benefits
- Annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees
- A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)
- 15 safety and wellness days annually (if hired on or after July 1, safety and wellness days prorated to 8 days)
- Mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events
- Employee Assistance Program: free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services
- Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities and mentorships
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
