Conservation International - Director, International News Media

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Director, International News Media

Strategic Marketing + Global Communications

Reports to: Senior Director, Global News Media

Virginia

Experienced and motivated news media professional to lead international news media outreach to raise profile, understanding and support for Conservation International worldwide, with emphasis on Europe, Africa and Asia. Excellent communications skills, writing, strategic planning and implementation required. Must be able to plan strategically, and thrive with deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Speaking and writing profciency in foreign languages including French and Spanish. Minimum 7 years experience with proven track record of creating and implementing news media campaigns resulting in high profile news placements in online, print, and broadcast news outlets. Journalism experience a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Create International News Media Strategy as part of overall long-term Strategic Marketing and Global Communications Division Strategy, to support the Division's strategic goals and outcomes
Establish baseline in terms of earned news media results for Europe, Asia and Africa and create as well as implement a specific plan to gain or increase media coverage in each market, with specific targets to be set according to baseline results
Obtain high profile earned news placements in Europe, Asia and Africa that support CI's Climate Change Business Plan and the Lost There, Felt Here public awareness campaign
Conceptualize and pitch news and feature stories to online, broadcast and print news outlets
Set up editorial board visits with high-profile European news media outlets.
Leverage high level events for CI media coverage
Work closely with entire Strategic Marketing and Global Communications team to ensure international news supports CI Storytelling Initiative for CI's overall communications outreach
Write and distribute press releases and oversee creation of full news media packages including visual supporting materials
Direct news media outreach to support CI's objectives at major international conferences

Working Conditions: Up to 50% international travel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree/7years

Required Skills:

Excellent writing and verbal communications skills
Proficiency in French and Spanish

Preferred Skills:

Portuguese or other language skills.

APPLICANTS SHOULD SEND: Cover letter, resume, references and a writing sample.

Application Procedure:

Conservation International is committed to saving our environment. If you are able, please submit your application electronically! To apply, click here to submit your cover letter and resume. You may also send your application to: Conservation International Human Resources 2011 Crystal Drive, Suite 500 Arlington, VA 22202 No phone calls please. Conservation International is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits:

You can find out more about CI's benefits on our benefits page.

CI Values:

As we pursue our vision and mission, we are guided by these essential and timeless values:

Passion: We are inspired by nature and cherish the diversity of life in all of its forms.
Respect: We respect and trust each other, and we embrace our diversity of cultures, talents, and experiences.
Integrity: We act with integrity and are accountable for our actions.
Optimism: We are optimistic about the future of life on Earth and are confident that, with our partners, we will achieve unprecedented conservation results.
Courage: We tirelessly pursue our vision, taking bold action and persevering through challenges.

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