Fractional PR & Media Lead for Gender Equity

AAUW; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

On-site three days/week in DC office

Job summary

AAUW, a national nonprofit advancing equity for women and girls, seeks a PR/Media Contractor to amplify its voice beyond existing networks. This role is a fractional engagement for 10–15 hours per week, based in Washington, DC with on-site requirements three days a week.

The successful candidate will develop a year‑round earned media strategy, pitch stories across education, policy, business, lifestyle and culture, and coordinate events and webinars to grow AAUW's visibility and impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in PR or communications with a track record in earned media.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a year-round PR calendar; draft and pitch press releases; secure coverage in national and trade outlets.
• Pitch stories across higher education, politics, business, lifestyle, and culture verticals; manage media lists.

Skills

Earned media

Press relations

Storytelling

Executive thought leadership

Event planning

Reporting & analytics

Job description

AAUW, a national nonprofit advancing equity for women and girls, seeks a PR/Media Contractor to amplify its voice beyond existing networks. This role is a fractional engagement for 10–15 hours per week, based in Washington, DC with on-site requirements three days a week.

The successful candidate will develop a year‑round earned media strategy, pitch stories across education, policy, business, lifestyle and culture, and coordinate events and webinars to grow AAUW's visibility and impact.