Communications Manager for Media

The Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S) is currently seeking a Communications Manager for Media (m/f/d) to join the Communications Team.The Media Manager will lead on media relations and strategy to support TI-S's objectives, including long-term strategic communications planning as well as responding to emerging opportunities and threats. They will also manage communications for projects and campaigns, and serve as the communications lead of the Rapid Response Unit (RRU) - a cross-team group that responds to security issues and crisis responses for TI-S and national chapters.We're looking for someone who can utilise their broad knowledge of the global media landscape and their extensive experience in crisis communications to strengthen TI's external communications and ensure that our messages are being heard around the world. OVERVIEW OF KEY DIMENSIONS Role Purpose: The Communications Manager for Media (m/f/d) leads on media relations; leads on Rapid Response Unit communications; creates content such as press releases, opinion pieces and news features; advises on messaging and strategically contributes to key launches and advocacy campaigns. Team: Communications Reporting Line: Head of Communications Salary Band: salary according to TI-S internal salary structure; for this position corresponding to band PF3 a salary starting EUR 55,650.00 gross per year depending on relevant experience Starting Date: as soon as possible Contract Duration: Currently we can offer an employment contract limited for a duration of 2 years. There is a prospect of extension subject to organizational need continuing, performance proven and funding confirmed and there is interest in a stable and long-term cooperation. Working Hours: full time [100%; 40 hours per week] Location: Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S), Berlin/Germany MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE ROLEReporting to the Head of Communications, the Communications Manager for Media (m/f/d) will: Develop and implement the media strategy for the organisation to support TI-S's brand and strategic objectivesMaintain daily press operations and lead on the production of press releases, briefings, op-eds and other press materials and oversee responses to incoming media requests, ensuring adherence to professional standards and alignment with Transparency International’s positionsBuild and maintain relationships with relevant reporters and manage press listsStay up-to-date about trends in the media landscape and help position Transparency International to take advantage of them Act as the communications lead for TI-S’s Rapid Response Unit (RRU) for responding to emerging threats to the Transparency Internationalmovement,inclosecoordinationwith other teams and chaptercolleagues. This includes:--> Develop, maintain and implement agile RRU processes to ensure they meet the needs of the movement and that outputs continue to be effective and aligned with policies, positions and strategicobjectives--> Offer and provide support to the Transparency International movement in response to threats and opportunities,includingthroughpress releases,mediaoutreachandmessagingadvice--> Provide strategic advice to chapters on crisis communications and reputation management when neededCreate and implement media outreach plans to support the launch of Transparency International’s knowledge products, including the Corruption Perceptions IndexLead on communications for various projects, including media strategy as well as broader communications, such as developing messaging and content for social media and the website Develop, maintain and implement systems that include workflows, processes, controls and documentation for media-related workDefine and measure the success of media outreach and adjust plans and approachesaccordinglyArrange media trainings for regional and thematic experts and support colleagues to improve their performance in media interviews, including live television appearances when neededContribute to the overall functioning of the Communications Team by providing proactive and ad hoc support where necessaryCANDIDATE PROFILEIn order to succeed in this role, candidates will need to meet the following: 7+yearsofprogressivelyresponsibleprofessionalexperienceincommunicationsinaninternationalormedia organisationUniversity degree in communications, media, journalism, public policy, political science, international affairs or another relevantfieldDemonstrated experience in media relations essential, training experiencedesirableDemonstrated experience in crisis communicationsWorking familiarity with anti-corruption, social justice, good governance or rule of law issuesessentialExcellent communications skills in English (to native speaker standard) required; additional languages – in particular Arabic, French and/or Spanish – anassetStrong organisational skills and ability to effectively manage priorities in a fast-paced and dynamicenvironmentAbility to work independently as well as part of ateamDemonstrated flexibility, initiative andcreativityHigh level of intercultural competence, diplomacy and politicalsensitivityCommitment to the values and principles of TransparencyInternationalExcellent writing and editing skillsessentialWHAT WE OFFER Joining the Transparency International Secretariat candidates can expect: the opportunity to become part of the global movement against corruption and make a positive contribution to the work of TI in the field of transparency and accountability working on a wide range of relevant and challenging issuesa role with purpose, working in a team of engaged and enthusiastic experts in the field of anti-corruption, driven and united by the desire to fight corruption and achieve significant and large-scale replicable impacta dynamic, flexible and international working environment with peers representing 45+ different nationalitiesa high degree of collaboration and autonomy in a lean and agile organisation with streamlined decision-making processes and a shared leadership culture with servant leadership philosophyopportunities to learn and grow, including regular Show & Tell meetings and visits by external experts Staff at TI-S enjoy a competitive compensation & benefits package designed for staff well-being and work life balance, incl.: a relocation package incl. sponsorship of work permit if needed and eligiblefinancial contribution to German language classesgenerous time off with 30 days of annual leave per year and flexible working times around core hoursRemote-hybrid working model from within Germanythe possibility of Work from Abroad for periods of time (currently for up to 10 working days at a time for a maximum of 20 working days per calendar year)Friday afternoons alternately free or meeting-free during the summer monthsRestaurant Checks with plenty of options nearby the office for reduced prices for mealsreduced membership fees with Urban Sports ClubMental wellbeing and counselling support by OpenUpa centrally located office in a vibrant metropolitan city with excellent public transportation connectivity at the river Spree