Associate Director, Local Journalists Initative

Responsibilities

• Lead the CFR Local Journalists Initiative and its virtual and in-person programmatic offerings, which include a webinar series, media briefings, CFR’s annual Local Journalists Workshop, the CFR Local Journalism Boot Camp for young journalists, and CFR representation at external conferences and professional gatherings across the country.
• Frame event agendas and generating speaker/topic ideas for virtual and in-person events.
• Take a lead role on the scheduling and implementation of events—including managing contracts and catering when applicable; drafting, editing, and managing correspondence; preparing meeting materials; and writing summary reports.
• Oversee day-to-day workflow for the initiative and one support staffer.
• Monitor, report, and advise on the Local Journalists Initiative budget.
• Collaborate with the vice president, senior director, and director of Outreach on Local Journalists Initiative programmatic and outreach strategy, efforts, and innovation.
• Work closely with CFR’s Global Communications team on local media strategy to include development of a nationwide map of media targets based on issues, engagement potential, government relations needs, and CFR Studies Program priorities.
• Research and identify partnership opportunities and external conferences to attend, schedule meetings, and write meeting recap notes.
• Grow CFR’s Outreach community and expand its impact through audience development by identifying and building relationships with new and diverse contacts in local journalism outlets across the country.
• Overseeing the creation of a bi-monthly newsletter for journalists featuring a curated selection of CFR content.

Requirements

• BA in international relations, journalism, or related field and proven interest in current U.S. foreign policy and international affairs issues. MA preferred.
• Five or more years of experience working in outreach, strategic partnerships, international relations, government, or community engagement. Nuanced and deep understanding of the journalism landscape across the country at a local level required. Event or program management experience preferred.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple ongoing projects simultaneously; superior organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with multiple audiences; strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills.
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines with a positive attitude and interact with members and the public in a professional manner.
• Team player with capacity to take initiative, demonstrate flexibility, and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with high-level contacts or in member relations; ability to maintain confidentiality and to use appropriate discretion.
• Microsoft Word and Excel skills. Microsoft Dynamics CRM or other database experience preferred, and the aptitude to learn and utilize different technologies.
• Availability to work flexible hours and overtime, as necessary.
• Ability to travel several times each year.

Preferred

• MA preferred.

Benefits

• an award-winning health and wellness program
• an on-site fitness center
• generous leave policies and health insurance programs