Sr. Manager, Media Relations

Leadership Conference Education Fund • Washington, DC

1d • $110,611 - $145,132 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Leadership Conference is seeking a Sr. Manager, Media Relations, to join our Communications department. The ideal candidate is passionate about civil and human rights and will have extensive experience facilitating media relations and engagement with the press that further advocacy communication campaigns and issues that drive The Leadership Conference’s mission. This position will report to the Director, Media Relations & Editorial and is part of the collective bargaining unit

Requirements

• Proven commitment to civil and human rights with a passion for the issues represented by The Leadership Conference
• Minimum of 6 years policy advocacy and political communications experience
• Minimum of 6 years cross-functional senior management experience in a Communications department
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail and the ability to bring one voice to The Leadership Conference
• Proven track record of modernizing communications for organizations both internally and externally
• Experience in fast-paced environments, including crisis communications and rapid response
• Thoughtful listener with a keen ability for discernment

Nice To Haves

• Applied experience in a journalism or editorial environment, having worked with government relations/government affairs a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills and collegial working style

Responsibilities

• Draft strategic communications plans that draw upon traditional tactics and new media frameworks that align with our digital platforms and media opportunities, senior leaders and creative team to execute campaigns and initiatives
• Develop and implement proactive media relations strategies to enhance the organization’s visibility and reputation
• Create and distribute press releases, talking points, statements and other communications materials
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, content producers, and other media representatives
• Monitor and analyze media coverage and industry trends to proactively identify opportunities to leverage the organizational work and content of The Leadership Conference
• Coordinate and manage press conferences, interviews, and other media events
• Respond to media inquiries, brief and prep spokespersons, and provide accurate information to journalists
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging across all channels
• Analyze media coverage and prepare reports on media relations effectiveness
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• generous paid time off, including fifteen (15) federal holidays, as well as biweekly organization-specific holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and transit benefits
• professional development assistance and an Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees