Global Communications Lead — NYC International Affairs

Cityofnewyork; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York's Mayor’s Office for International Affairs seeks a Senior Advisor for Communications to lead press relations, message development, rapid response, and multimedia production that showcases the City's global engagement to New Yorkers.

You will draft speeches, coordinate media with City Hall, and guide communications across platforms while translating complex policy into clear narratives. Requires strong writing, discretion, and 7+ years in public affairs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in communications, journalism, digital media, public affairs, international relations, or related fields.
• Experience in video production, social media content creation, graphic design, and media relations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communications strategies that advance IA's priorities and strengthen public profile.
• Lead press engagement, including media pitches, press releases, interview coordination, and earned media opportunities, with City Hall Press Office.
• Lead rapid response communications on emerging international issues and high-profile events, coordinating with the City Hall Press Office.

Skills

Strong writing

Video production

Editing

Storytelling

Media relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The City of New York's Mayor’s Office for International Affairs seeks a Senior Advisor for Communications to lead press relations, message development, rapid response, and multimedia production that showcases the City's global engagement to New Yorkers.

You will draft speeches, coordinate media with City Hall, and guide communications across platforms while translating complex policy into clear narratives. Requires strong writing, discretion, and 7+ years in public affairs.