ONE Campaign

Media Relations Manager

District of Columbia, USA (Hybrid)

$75K/yr – $100K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead North America media relations and strategic communications to advance ONE’s policy and advocacy priorities, shaping narratives, securing top-tier coverage, and aligning campaigns with the region’s leadership.

  • Media relations and coverage: build elite relationships with reporters and outlets, pitching ONE’s priorities to Tier 1–2 media in the US and Canada.
  • Campaign narratives and collaboration: craft North America-focused stories and support campaigns, government relations, and policy activities with cross-team alignment.
  • Reputation and risk management: monitor industry trends, inform strategy, and safeguard ONE’s credibility across media and public-facing content.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain relationships with elite media, reporters, and partners; pitch coverage of ONE’s narratives and priorities to North American print, broadcast, and online media outlets.
  • Secure media coverage for ONE’s issues in Tier 1 and 2 outlets in the US and Canada.
  • Supporting ONE staff around key milestones and events.
  • Monitor news and industry trends to inform organizational strategy and ensure ONE staff have access to media content and outlet information.
  • Produce and review media relations products, and assist with press releases, op-eds, profiles of NA leadership, website content, video content, and other messaging materials.
  • Assist in developing and executing social media strategies on ONE in America and ONE in Canada market channels.
  • Collaborate with North America teams to execute ONE’s North America strategy and craft narratives for campaigns, government relations, and policy activities.
  • Advise on communications and media strategies for the North America Advocacy team, contributing to political and policy efforts.
  • Promote, enhance, and protect ONE’s reputation in North America, reinforcing ONE’s credibility and global brand as an advocacy organization.
  • Contribute to the global communications community of practice; share best practices and messaging to ensure alignment across regions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related field
  • A master’s degree is preferred but not required.
  • 8+ years of experience in media, public relations, or journalism, plus 3+ years’ experience managing a team or project lead
  • Proven ability to leverage media relations to deliver policy change
  • Established network of relationships with key journalists and media, including but not limited to the Associated Press, Reuters, and other Tier 1 outlets
  • Ability to synthesize complicated policy issues into digestible products
  • Experience with elite and popular media, as well as specialist and non-specialist audiences
  • Excellent track record of developing and delivering effective media strategies
  • Significant experience speaking on the record
  • Significant experience in risk and reputation management and crisis communications
  • A thorough understanding of the evolving media landscape and the requirements of different modern media

Preferred

  • Master’s degree is preferred but not required.
  • Fluency in French is an asset.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
  • 401(k) with Match: Save for retirement with company contributions.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Tax-advantaged savings for eligible expenses.
  • Wellness Benefit: Support for your overall well-being.
  • Commuter Benefit: Assistance with commuting costs.
  • Life Insurance: Financial protection for you and your loved ones.