Job Description:

Position title: Senior Media Relations Officer

Location: Baltimore, MD, United States | (Remote)



Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or communications
• At least six years of work experience required in communications/media relations
• Previous experience in managing multiple projects in a single department.
• Previous experience in managing a single departmental project.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the U.S. and global news media landscape and understanding of how media outlets function
• Use exceptional judgment and a deep understanding of CRS’ programming context to create high-level messaging
• Strong knowledge of international affairs
• Strong time management skills, ability to multitask.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Ability to deal effectively with deadlines
• Strong representational skills
• Team player
• Self-motivated; proactive worker

Required Languages – English and Spanish

Travel – Up to 30%.

Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Personal Accountability – consistently takes responsibilities for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Supervisory Responsibilities - none

Key Working Relationships

Internal: Marketing & Communications; OverOps; OverOps MarCom; Advocacy

External: Local, national, and international journalists; vendors

What we offer

CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Note: All interested applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

CRS prioritizes candidates who are citizens/ permanent residents of the countries where we have CRS offices.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

CRS is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Selection and hiring decisions are made without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, veteran status or any other protected area.

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