Strategic Media Relations Specialist

World Relief; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

World Relief is seeking a Strategic Communications professional to lead content development, media relations, and monitoring for global humanitarian initiatives. The role collaborates with policy experts and offices worldwide to translate complex topics into clear, impactful communications.

The position focuses on coordinating media activities, building journalist relationships, and producing regular reports to measure outreach effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit press releases, talking points, media advisories, statements, and op-eds.
• Collaborate with policy experts to translate complex information into clear communications.
• Coordinate with local and international offices to disseminate program stories.
• Support day-to-day media activities including pitching, scheduling interviews, and maintaining press lists.
• Establish relationships with journalists and content creators across outlets.
• Prepare spokespeople by gathering background materials and coordinating logistics.
• Monitor coverage of organizational priorities and policy issues.
• Produce regular summaries and reports, and maintain tracking systems.
• Compile metrics to evaluate media outreach efforts.

Job description

World Relief is seeking a Strategic Communications professional to lead content development, media relations, and monitoring for global humanitarian initiatives. The role collaborates with policy experts and offices worldwide to translate complex topics into clear, impactful communications.

The position focuses on coordinating media activities, building journalist relationships, and producing regular reports to measure outreach effectiveness.