Strategic Government & Media Relations Lead

Jewish Federation of Detroit; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Federation of Detroit is seeking a Government & Media Relations, Senior Associate to advocate for the Jewish community and oversee communications and media relations in Detroit. You will engage elected officials, coordinate events, and build relationships across interfaith groups.

The role focuses on drafting materials, media coordination, and public affairs initiatives to raise visibility of Federation programs and priorities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in community outreach, media or communications, government relations, public affairs, or a similar role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience drafting press materials and correspondence.
• Comfort with and ability to interact effectively with diverse and interfaith audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks simultaneously under deadline pressure.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to independently manage program planning, logistics and facilitation.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• A passion for building relationships and making a positive impact.
• Familiarity with the legislative process.
• Experience with event planning and execution, including press events and public affairs programming.
• Knowledge of local and regional media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Draft and distribute internal and external communications, including backgrounders, press releases, media advisories, op-eds, and letters to the editor as needed
• Steward relationships with local, state, and federal elected officials and their staff, serving as a point of contact for government relations activities.
• Assist in representing the Federation at local events.
• Serve as a liaison to community organizations and leaders.
• Track advocacy priorities and prepare issue briefings and policy updates for internal stakeholders.
• Schedule and prepare materials for meetings with elected officials and other civic leaders.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local and regional media contacts, including reporters, editors, and producers.
• Increase visibility of Federation programs, initiatives, and priorities
• Monitor media coverage and social media engagement relevant to Federation's mission; compile and distribute regular monitoring reports.
• Coordinate and prepare organizational spokespeople for media interviews, press conferences, and speaking engagements.
• Plan and coordinate Community Relations events, programs and initiatives.

Skills

Media relations

Public affairs

Community outreach

Stakeholder engagement

Event coordination

Interfaith outreach

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project management

Legislative familiarity

Job description

Jewish Federation of Detroit is seeking a Government & Media Relations, Senior Associate to advocate for the Jewish community and oversee communications and media relations in Detroit. You will engage elected officials, coordinate events, and build relationships across interfaith groups.

The role focuses on drafting materials, media coordination, and public affairs initiatives to raise visibility of Federation programs and priorities.