Overview

ACLED is seeking an Associate Media and Digital Communications Officer for its External Affairs team on a fully remote basis. This role supports media outreach and digital communications strategies, with a focus on Latin America, the Caribbean, and Asia-Pacific regions.

Key Responsibilities

Develop media contacts and relationships with journalists and media outlets.
Draft press releases, media advisories, and other communication materials.
Monitor media coverage and track key performance indicators.
Coordinate with social media teams to ensure consistent messaging.
Assist in designing and producing digital content such as social media posts and graphics.
Support planning, recording, and editing of podcasts and webinars.
Generate timely and relevant content aligned with current news cycles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, media studies, political science, or a related field.
2-4 years of professional experience in media relations, digital communications, or journalism.
Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
Understanding of media operations and landscapes.
Experience in digital content creation (social media posts, graphics, videos).
Familiarity with audio/video editing tools (e.g., Audacity, Adobe Premiere).
Ability to monitor media, analyze engagement metrics, and produce reports.
Fluent in written and spoken English and Spanish; additional languages are advantageous.
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with insurance, risk, or conflict zone media outlets is desirable.
Experience with project management tools and SEO/analytics is a plus.

Benefits

Salary: USD 40,000 per year.

Location

Global (Remote)

How to Apply

Submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV), a cover letter explaining your interest and suitability, and a portfolio with samples of your work via the ACLED Careers portal. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an exercise.