Responsibilities

• Serve as Refugees International’s primary point of contact for managing domestic, regional, and international media inquiries and pitches to increase visibility of Refugees International’s work and drive narratives and action
• Proactively promote Refugees International’s 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 International’s 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

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Demonstrated experience in media relations, journalism, strategic communications, public affairs, or advocacy communications; proven interest and experience with humanitarian/foreign policy issues preferred
• 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
• Highly collaborative and comfortable working across teams, issue areas, and time zones
• Commitment to Refugees International’s mission and to values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

Preferred

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