WIEGO is a global action-research-policy network that seeks to improve the status of the working poor in the informal economy, especially women. Worldwide, an estimated two billion people — 61 percent of all working people in the world and 70 percent of those working in middle- and low-income countries — work in the informal economy, meaning that they lack the labour and social protections that help smooth income, protect against risk, and keep households out of poverty.
Reporting to the Digital Engagement and Media Manager, we are seeking support coordinating our press and media relations work for our English-speaking markets. This is a temporary maternity leave position starting asap until October 2022, working on average 3 days a week. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of responsibilities including cultivating strategic media relationships and partnerships, including drafting story ideas, news releases and media pitches. The successful candidate will need experience of landing international media attention, preferably for a non profit organisation.
For further information, including the full Terms of Reference – please visit WIEGO’s website : https://www.wiego.org/press-media-relations-officer-maternity-cover
The Press & Media Relations Officer will work from home, supplying their own computer equipment and a strong Internet connection. This position will be focused primarily on English-speaking markets and will work in close collaboration with a colleague focused on Spanish-speaking markets. Salary is dependent on experience, location and the role profile as defined by WIEGO’s Remuneration Policy– this will be discussed with the successful candidate.
How to apply
To apply for this position, please submit a resume, a cover letter explaining how you fulfill the skills required, along with 2 writing samples. Please submit this to recruit@wiego.org by the closing date of November 4th 11.59pm ET