Senior Press Secretary

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May 19

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American Oversight

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Government • Non-profit • Compliance

American Oversight is a nonpartisan, nonprofit watchdog organization that focuses on promoting truth, accountability, and democracy by enforcing the public's right to access government records. They engage in investigations and litigation to uncover evidence of government misconduct, and work to ensure transparency in government activities, with a particular emphasis on issues like election integrity, attacks on education, and voting rights. Their efforts are aimed at strengthening democratic principles and holding those in power accountable for their actions.

11 - 50 employees

Founded 2017

🏛️ Government

🤝 Non-profit

📋 Compliance

📋 Description

• Work closely with the Director of Strategic Communications and Media Relations to implement American Oversight’s strategic communications and media relations strategy. • Develop and pitch stories (by phone, email, etc.) about American Oversight’s work to reporters, including highlighting newly obtained public records and/or sharing updates about key developments. • Write, edit, and distribute press releases, talking points, statements, advisories, investigation updates, pitches, and other communications products (op-eds, blog posts, etc.) as assigned. • Build and maintain robust relationships with reporters and news outlets that cover American Oversight’s areas of work and ensure that American Oversight is partnering effectively with appropriate press. • Manage press relations for ongoing American Oversight investigations, lawsuits, or issues, including by contributing to or developing communications plans. • Compile and circulate media coverage featuring American Oversight, including tracking mentions and flagging notable trends or narratives to inform communications strategy.

🎯 Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in press relations or a related field, including roles that involve generating earned media or engaging in fact-based advocacy, with 3+ years of experience working on issues related to U.S. politics, government, or public policy. • Familiarity with pro-democracy issues, including but not limited to abuse of power, corruption, or undue influence, voting rights, election administration, or civil rights and civil liberties. • Exceptionally strong skills in Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Communication, Judgment and Decision Making, Problem Solving and Critical Thinking, Project Management, and Strategic Thinking.

🏖️ Benefits

• 80% of health, dental, and vision premiums paid by the organization • retirement plan with a matching contribution • remote office reimbursements for personal devices and wireless connectivity