Media Lead at Action Aid

Job Description ActionAid is a leading international charity. We support women and children in extreme poverty. We fight for their rights and for lasting change The Role: Are you a communications expert ready to put your skills to use fighting for climate and gender justice?ActionAid International is looking for a driven, strategic, and creative Media Lead to join our growing communications and campaigns team as we launch an exciting new campaign for climate justice.You would be responsible for leading on strategy and planning for all global media moments linked to multi-country campaigns, major report launches, humanitarian emergencies and journalist trips.As Media Lead, you would be tasked with delivering a new global framework to deliver hard-hitting media briefings and newsworthy research to drive public engagement and profile-building objectives.With substantial experience working in media relations, you’ll be ready to hit the ground running, using your excellent news sense and target-smashing media strategies to lead and build on the successes of ActionAid International’s high-performing media team. Who we’re looking for: An expert communicator with a track record of delivering media strategies that drive up the quality and quantity of coverage and build profile.An excellent decision-maker, used to working under pressure, with demonstrable experience in crisis comms and reputational risk management.An entrepreneurial and determined relationship builder, with a strong awareness of climate media, who sees opportunities where others see problems.An excellent writer/editor – including press releases, features, opinion pieces, letters to editor and blogs – particularly to meet tight deadlines.A collaborative worker with proven ability to navigate difference perspectives and work effectively in a complex organisation