Responsibilities

• Serve as Refugees Internationals primary point of contact for managing domestic, regional, and international media inquiries and pitches to increase visibility of Refugees Internationals work and drive narratives and action
• Proactively promote Refugees Internationals expertise, analysis, and advocacy priorities to journalists, editors, producers, and media outlets, both in the US and in countries of focus for Refugees International
• Build and maintain strong relationships with members of the press and key media stakeholders
• Draft and edit press releases, media advisories, quotes, talking points, op-eds, statements, and other communications materials in collaboration with staff across the organization
• Organize Refugees International media briefings for rapid response press opportunities and institutional campaign and advocacy priorities
• Track, compile, and analyze Refugees Internationals media coverage and engagement
• Research and identify key journalists, outlets, and media opportunities to advance organizational priorities
• Provide strategic press support for advocacy campaigns, reports, events, and external engagement opportunities
• Copy edit Refugees International's longer-form research products
• Support broader communications and advocacy initiatives, including digital content creation, social media, website management, email marketing, and events

Requirements

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a strong instinct for narrative, framing, and audience
• Strong understanding of media trends, digital communications, and the evolving global information landscape
• Proven ability to pitch stories and secure media coverage in fast-paced environments
• Talent at distilling complex information into accessible, compelling content for diverse audiences
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Creative, strategic, and solutions-oriented thinker with strong judgment and adaptability

Preferred

• Candidates with lived experience of forced displacement are encouraged to apply.