Senior Public Relations Manager

Project HOPE is an international NGO with more than 1,000 engaged employees and volunteers who work around the globe, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 65-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients, provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world, helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up, and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.

It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment. Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency.

The Public Relations Senior Manager supports the Communications & Public Relations team to coordinate and execute Project HOPE’s public relations strategy to raise awareness of the organization’s expertise in global health and humanitarian aid. This individual will lead media relations efforts, research and manage thought leadership opportunities, write communications materials, support policy and advocacy efforts, and identify and support conference and awards opportunities.

This individual should have a passion for global health, humanitarian issues, and/or policy and be comfortable working cross-functionally.

The Senior Manager of Public Relations will serve as a primary point of contact with the media responsible for crafting and executing strategies to elevate the organization’s presence and influence in the public sphere. Reporting to the Senior Director, Communications & Public Relations, this role is essential for developing and implementing a comprehensive media relations strategy, encompassing communications, thought leadership, and spokesperson activities.

As a key member of the communications leadership team, the Senior Manager will play a pivotal role in increasing awareness, relevance, and interest in the organization’s mission and programs. This position requires a strategic thinker with 6‑8 years of experience in public relations and media engagement, a knack for storytelling, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

• Drive media relations efforts to raise Project HOPE’s profile and audience, including identifying and shaping newsworthy stories to secure impactful media coverage
• Support crisis communications and emergency response plans with poise and foresight
• Create thought leadership opportunities that reflect the organization’s mission and vision
• Raise awareness of Project HOPE’s subject matter experts to strengthen brand awareness with policymakers, partners, sector leaders, and donors
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and media influencers
• Write and distribute persuasive press releases, media pitches, talking points, op‑eds, and other media materials tailored to diverse audiences
• Partner with teams across the organization to understand programmatic priorities and identify stories that highlight impact
• Monitor media trends and global events to uncover opportunities for proactive media engagement
• Work closely with leadership to position the organization as a thought leader in the sector
• Other duties as assigned

• BA/S degree preferred in journalism, communications, international relations, or related field
• 6‑8 years directly related, progressive experience in public relations, media relations, or communications is required.
• Demonstrated, hands‑on media relations experience in essential, including a proven track record of regularly pitching reporters, securing media coverage, and writing compelling press materials (press releases, media advisories, talking points)
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communications skills with a proven ability to craft compelling narratives and key messages
• Strong understanding of the media landscape, with established…