Lead international media relations and crisis communications to advance the Center's strategic objectives.

• Own media relations strategy and execution across international outlets and events.
• Provide functional support and advice to senior leaders on strategic media matters.
• Manage crisis communications, reputational risk, and response activities.
• Develop and execute media plans, partnerships, media visits, interviews, op-eds, and media calls.
• Prepare media plans, communications briefings, and Q&A materials for spokespersons and management.
• Coordinate media visits, interviews, and background briefings.
• Develop press releases and other media materials communicating the Center’s objectives.
• Provide on-site media relations support during international events, conferences, and Center activities.
• Respond to media inquiries in a timely and effective manner.
• Identify opportunities to engage media on high-value projects and proactive storytelling.

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8 years in journalism, media relations, or communications, including agency or in-house arts/culture experience.
• Experience in international media relations and strategic communications.
• Crisis communications, reputational risk, and response management.
• Strong networking and relationship management skills.
• Understanding of the media and PR landscape; ability to perform under pressure.
• Experience in the Middle East and North Africa region preferred; Arabic language knowledge preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented with accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle confidential topics with discretion.
• Ability to coordinate multiple requests and maintain networks across global outlets.

• Experience working in the Middle East and North Africa region is preferred.
• Familiarity with the Arabic language is preferred.