MEI Employment

Communications & Media Coordinator

Washington, DC · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$55k-$60kDetected 14 hours ago

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About the role

The Middle East Institute is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Communications and Media Coordinator to oversee day-to-day media relations and content production for the Institute.
The Coordinator will play a central role in publicizing organizational events and securing strategic media placement and digital amplification for MEI's events and policy products.
This position requires a versatile communicator who is comfortable working across written, visual, and digital formats, and who can respond quickly and effectively in a fast-moving news environment relevant to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

Develop and execute proactive rapid response communications in coordination with senior staff and subject matter experts.
Digital Product Rollout & Content Amplification Support the Senior Director in developing a strategy for the rollout of MEI products and publications, including reports, briefs, and scholar commentary.
Manage the digital content calendar around major publications, events, and holidays.
Maintain website updates related to communications and events content.
Support the Senior Director for Communications and Events on broader communications strategy.
Event & Publicity Support Develop and coordinate publicity efforts around MEI events and convenings.
Provide event photography and A/V support as needed.
Support podcast production and editing.
General Responsibilities Build and manage campaigns and contact lists in Salesforce to support outreach and distribution.
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and operational procedures related to communications activities.

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Political Science, International Affairs, or a related field.
1-3 years of relevant professional experience in media relations, communications, journalism, or digital content production.
Strong editorial judgment, with the ability to distill a wide range of information into clear, compelling narratives for varied audiences.
Familiarity with MENA regional affairs and current events.
Experience with photography, A/V event support, or podcast production.
Experience with Adobe Suite, or other video/audio editing platforms.
Required Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Political Science, International Affairs, or a related field.
Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Political Science, International Affairs, or a related field.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required.

Preferred Experience with media monitoring tools, Salesforce, or similar CRM platforms.

$55,000 - $60,000 Position Summary: The Middle East Institute is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Communications and Media Coordinator to oversee day-to-day media relations and content production for the Institute.

About Middle East Institute Founded in 1946, the Middle East Institute is the oldest Washington-based institution dedicated solely to the study of the Middle East.
It is a non-partisan think tank providing expert policy analysis, educational and professional development services, and a hub for engaging with the region's arts and culture.

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