Associate Director, Engagement - Communications

**The Carter Center - Atlanta, Georgia**

The Carter Center, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a renowned organization dedicated to advancing peace and health worldwide. Our mission is to promote democracy, human rights, and economic opportunity through various programs and initiatives. We strive to make a positive impact on society by addressing pressing global challenges. At The Carter Center, we value collaboration, innovation, and integrity in all that we do.

**Job Description: Associate Director of Engagement - Communications**

As the Associate Director of Engagement at The Carter Center's Communications department, you will play a vital role in supporting the development and execution of strategic communications plans to raise awareness about The Center, its spokespeople, and programs. Your responsibilities will include assisting with project management for the Engagement team’s initiatives, conducting research on media trends and target audiences to guide communication efforts effectively. Additionally, you will work towards achieving the team’s primary objectives of facilitating media relations and public speaking engagements.

You will collaborate closely with colleagues from various departments within The Carter Center such as Communications Office, Development Office, and program teams to achieve shared goals. Reporting directly to the Director of Engagement while also receiving guidance from the Vice President of Communications when necessary. This role involves domestic and international travel to implement publicity strategies effectively; thus completion of Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for international travel support is required.

We are seeking candidates with a Bachelor's degree in public relations or journalism along with at least five years of experience in writing, editing or public relations. Ideal candidates should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven track record of successful media placements. Knowledge of international development issues and foreign language skills would be advantageous. Candidates should be adept at researching various media platforms, identifying target audiences, and crafting comprehensive communications plans efficiently.

If you have a passion for strategic communications and want to contribute meaningfully towards promoting important causes globally while working in a collaborative environment that fosters growth and development opportunities - we encourage you to apply for this position as an Associate Director of Engagement at The Carter Center.

**Ideal for individuals with mid-level career experience in public relations or journalism looking to make a significant impact through effective communication strategies within an esteemed global organization like The Carter Center.**

• Five years of experience in writing, editing or public relations
• Eight years’ job experience in public relations or journalism
• Experience crafting and implementing comprehensive publicity and communications plans
• Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism or related field
• Knowledge of international development and international health issues
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

• Develops and implements media relations and/or publications programs
• Researches media platforms, target audiences, and overall media landscape
• Coordinates internal project planning meetings
• Develops relationships with journalists locally, nationally, and internationally

• Public relations
• Journalism
• Writing/editing
• Media analysis
• Strategic communication

Seniority Level: Senior Level

• Director
• Vice President

Job Functions: Communications

• Media Relations
• Public Relations

Industries : Nonprofit Organization

• International Development
• Healthcare