Lead Journalist Safety Programs & Training

pen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision health insurance

Paid time off

403b retirement plan

Job summary

PEN America, based in New York City, is seeking a Program Manager for U.S. journalist safety to support journalists amidst growing hostility towards the press. This full-time position involves managing safety training, building partnerships, and conducting public outreach.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for press freedom, experience in safety training, and strong organizational skills. Offering a salary between $75,000 and $85,000, PEN America champions a commitment to equitable and safe online spaces.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in journalism or media, communications, education, digital safety.
• Experience in digital and/or physical safety, online harassment, gender-based violence.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer safety training for the journalism sector.
• Build partnerships with media organizations.
• Conduct training for journalists and media professionals.

Skills

Public speaking

Networking and relationship building

Organizational skills

Knowledge of free expression issues

Job description

PEN America, based in New York City, is seeking a Program Manager for U.S. journalist safety to support journalists amidst growing hostility towards the press. This full-time position involves managing safety training, building partnerships, and conducting public outreach.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for press freedom, experience in safety training, and strong organizational skills. Offering a salary between $75,000 and $85,000, PEN America champions a commitment to equitable and safe online spaces.