Media Relations Manager(m/w/x)

Requirements

• University degree in a relevant field
• At least five years of professional experience working with journalists
• Experience in development and management of communications strategies
• Good time management skills
• Solution oriented attitude to work
• Service oriented attitude to work
• Project management experience
• Strong sense for diligence and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to plan and organize work independently
• Standard software packages (MS Office)
• Adobe Creative Cloud skills are a plus
• Native English speaker
• Other languages are a plus
• Exceptional writing skills
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in managing crisis communications
• Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relations
• Ability to respond quickly and decisively to media requests and issues

Tasks

• Support proactive engagement in public debates by monitoring media narratives
• Identify opportunities for FSC visibility
• Assist in organizing press briefings and media engagements
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets
• Draft and distribute press releases and media responses
• Monitor and summarize emerging issues that could affect FSC's reputation
• Support the development of recommended communication actions
• Contribute to crisis communication plans and protocols
• Serve as the first point of contact for routine media inquiries
• Prepare briefing materials, Q&As, and talking points for spokespersons
• Maintain and update messaging and issue-specific talking points
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor

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