Director of Press and Communications

About the role

Full-time, on-site position in San Francisco.

Responsibilities

• Generate, edit, publish and share engaging content daily on multiple social media platforms (e.g. original text, photos, videos and news).
• Write daily reports and presentations on key topics explaining current media trends and landscapes.
• Develop, manage and implement a proactive and engaging social media strategy.
• Monitor and analyze news and media trends with a focus on Israel and Middle East related issues.
• Establish and maintain contact with journalists, opinion leaders and key media personalities.
• Coordinate media events, briefings and conferences.
• Set up interviews with Israeli officials and experts.
• Prepare press releases, a newsletter and distribute materials for publications.
• Promote consulate events.
• Identify and utilize creative media ideas and opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with background in Marketing, Communications, International Relations or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to shape a creative story.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills.
• Previous and proven social media experience and savviness – platforms: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Reddit, Pinterest and MailChimp.
• Eagerness to interact proactively with Pacific Northwest public, private, and non-profit sectors.
• This is an entry-level position.
• Applicants must not be dual citizens (Israeli & American), except if you lived in Israel for less than 4 years in total and not in the last 3 years.