Lead Associate, Media Relation

Save the Children US

. Support implementation of communications and media outreach plans aligned with Save the Children’s priorities and federal policy goals .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • Connecticut • United StatesSenior💰 $59,200 - $80,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear communications. Proven experience in media outreach, relationship building with journalists, and coordinating communications activities across diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Media OutreachWriting And Editing SkillsMedia Monitoring ToolsRelationship Building With JournalistsCampaign Coordination

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Hard Skills

WritingEditingMedia MonitoringCommunications PlanningMetrics Compilation

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailOrganizational SkillsEngagement Across Political Spectrum

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteMedia Tracking Systems

Industry Keywords

CommunicationsMedia RelationsAdvocacyGrassroots CampaignsBipartisan Approach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support implementation of communications and media outreach plans aligned with Save the Children’s priorities and federal policy goals
Draft and edit press releases, talking points, media advisories, statements, and spokesperson briefing materials
Translate complex information into clear communications products with policy, advocacy, and technical experts
Monitor policy developments and news trends and identify opportunities
Coordinate communications activities across internal stakeholders and external partners
Develop media pitches, coordinate and schedule interviews, and maintain press lists
Build and maintain relationships with journalists, producers, media contacts, and influential content creators
Prepare spokespeople for media opportunities and coordinate logistics
Support Save the Children’s international portfolio, primarily focused on the Middle East
Develop and maintain a diverse roster of subject matter experts and backup spokespeople
Monitor media coverage related to organizational priorities and policy issues
Produce regular media coverage summaries and reports
Maintain media tracking systems and communications calendars
Compile metrics and reports to evaluate media outreach efforts
Track communications deliverables and coordinate workflows across the Media team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
At least 3 years of relevant experience
Proven writing and editing skills
Demonstrated attention to detail
Ability to organize and execute tasks for several campaigns simultaneously
Ability and eagerness to engage across the political spectrum and champion the organization’s bipartisan approach to effective policymaking
Professional proficiency in MS Office suite
Knowledge of media monitoring tools
Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
Preferred: experience pitching stories and cultivating relationships with journalists and media professionals, especially political reporters in Washington, DC, and across the United States
Preferred: experience in advocacy and/or grassroots campaigns
Preferred: experience preparing spokespeople for media interviews

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedules and time off
Generous PTO
11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
Hybrid working opportunities
Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
Paid caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness and fertility leaves/benefits
Annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees
Retirement savings plan with employer contributions after one year
15 safety and wellness days annually (prorated to 8 days if hired on or after July 1)
Mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events
Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services
Internal and external learning and development opportunities
Mentorships