This is a hybrid position which requires 8 days/month in the office. You can be based in our office in Washington DC, London, The Hague. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. To be eligible for this position in US, you must be a resident of DC, Maryland or Virginia at the start of employment.
 
About the Program:
 
WRI's Communications network aims to expand WRI’s reach, reputation and impact. Working as a globally coordinated network across the Institute's programs and country offices, we distil complex research into clear and compelling messages. We leverage a variety of channels – including media relations, editorial content, digital marketing and more – to inform and engage a growing audience of decision-makers, stakeholders and donors.
 
You will be part of the Core Communications team, which provides communications leadership and support to the entire institute.
 
Job Highlight:
 
With your media relations and strategic thinking expertise, you will help raise the profile of WRI and our experts, advancing our research and ideas to drive change in the world. You will assist in developing and implementing media relations strategies, building and maintaining relationships with journalists, writing and editing media materials and collaborating with staff across the Institute to communicate WRI’s work to external audiences.
 
You will work in an international environment where you will interact daily with reporters across the globe who will help tell our story. WRI is a recognized voice on sustainability and environmental issues, frequently engaging with reporters from top outlets across major international markets. You will also provide important input on communications strategies and messaging on a variety of topics from food to cities to energy. You will integrate equity into your work.
 
You will regularly interact with and be supported by communications experts both within Core Communications and across WRI and you will report to the Media Relations Manager within Core Communications. 
 
What will you do:
 
Media Relations (40%):
 
Serve as a key resource for reporters seeking information and interviews from WRIBuild and manage relationships with journalists, field incoming requests, connect reporters with relevant experts across the Institute and around the world, while preparing staff for interviewsPlay an important role in WRI’s rapid external response to major releases and breaking news, including drafting and promoting press statements, and contributing to media strategies.Facilitate press calls and interviews between WRI experts and reporters Strategy Support (30%):    📚 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯! 🌍🤝 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗥, 𝗪𝗙𝗣, 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗙, 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗦, 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗣𝗔, 𝗜𝗢𝗠 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀! 🌐  
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 Be a trusted partner to WRI’s programs, help draft and shape their key messages, help them respond to media inquiries, and moreCollaborate with teams to develop media strategies and draft and refine pitch language across programsHelp organize and facilitate media trainings for WRI’s experts and leaders Media Monitoring and Administrative Support (30%): Manage WRI’s media outreach and monitoring through Cision, overseeing the database and lists, organizing internal trainings, and advising staff on best practicesPrepare and build targeted media lists through research of relevant media outletsTrack media coverage and prepare media reports and analyticsCoordinate with communications colleagues across WRI’s programs and international officesDraft, manage and publish web content on WRI.org’s news pageProvide general administrative support, such as scheduling, logistics, and event coordination. What will you need: Education: You have a completed bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Relevant work experience in lieu of degree is acceptedExperience: You have 3+ years of full-time, relevant work experience, including in public relations, journalism, communications or a relevant fieldExperience pitching journalists with newsworthy data or informationExperience landing media pitches in top-tier media outletsDemonstrable interest in issues related to environment, climate, energy, or development issuesExperience working in Cision or a similar media database, including creating media lists and tracking media coverageExperience creating media reports and analyticsLanguages: You are proficient in spoken and written English, additional language skills are desirableRequirements: Existing work authorization is required where this position is based.  Potential Salary:  $69,000 - $78,000 if based in the US£38,000 – £45,000 if based in the UK €49,000 – €58,000 if based in the Netherlands. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. How to Apply:  Please submit a resume with a cover letter by 3 January 2024. We may close for applications sooner if we receive a high volume of qualified applications. You must 






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