Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, international partnerships, and special projects that advance mayoral priorities related to international solidarity, global cooperation, and the affordability agenda.
• Support the City’s participation in international convenings, diplomatic engagements, multilateral forums, and global city networks.
• Draft speeches, talking points, press materials, briefing documents, op-eds, and other strategic communications for IA and City Hall leadership.
• Lead the production of digital and multimedia content including social media, short-form video, photography, and visual storytelling that communicates the City’s international engagement in clear, accessible, and compelling ways.
• Coordinate media and visual coverage of diplomatic meetings, international delegations, public events, and mayoral engagements in partnership with the City Hall Press Office.
• Translate complex international and policy issues into accessible public narratives that demonstrate how global partnerships and international cooperation strengthen New York City and improve life for New Yorkers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, media production, public affairs, international relations, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in communications, journalism, digital media, public affairs, or related fields, including experience in video production, social media content creation, graphic design, and media relations.
• You have demonstrated experience working on international solidarity or global justice initiatives.
• You have strong writing, videography, and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex policy and government work into clear, compelling multimedia storytelling.
• You have proven ability to work effectively in fast-paced public environments and collaborate with senior leadership, government agencies, communications teams, and external partners.
• You have knowledge of New York City’s diaspora communities, global politics, and international social movements.