Communications Officer, Media Relations

Lead proactive media strategy and engagement around key reputational issues Respond to media queries and requests for information from internal and external partners. Lead rapid response communications and issues management. Write materials including communications plans, situation analyses, messages, talking points and briefing documents. Develop a strategic, global plan for elevating the voices of foundation experts in the media and across external channels. Lead and staff media interviews with foundation experts and other spokespeople. S/he will work closely with colleagues across the foundation’s global offices to develop external communications strategies and drive proactive and reactive media engagement, with a particular focus on managing reputational and crisis issues. S/he will also work closely with the campaigns team as needed to explore the intersection between paid and earned media.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Communications Officer, Media Relations in 500 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA is approximately $35,000 to $80,000 per year. The salary range may vary depending on the experience and qualifications of the applicant.

Guided by the belief that every life has equal value, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation works to help all people lead healthy, productive lives. In developing countries, it focuses on improving people’s health and giving them the chance to lift themselves out of hunger and extreme poverty.