Public Engagement Assistant (Press and Media)

Public Engagement Assistant (Press and Media) monitors Estonian and Russian-language broadcast, print and online press and media coverage of issues of importance to the U.S. Identifies and advises Embassy’s leadership on strategies for promoting accurate, balanced coverage of U.S. foreign policy and American interests in the Russian-language media; correcting misinformation; and countering disinformation. Builds productive relationships with Russian language press and media professionals. Designs and implements public engagement and outreach programs in ethnic minority communities, in coordination with other staff. Translates press releases and other documents for public release from English to Russian language.

We prefer applications through our recruitment system: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=bwttevvbpt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=24609&orgId=125

- University degree in Journalism, Communications, International Relations, Political Science or Economics. 
- Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in a media outlet, think tank, university, NGO, international organization, foreign embassy, government office or corporation is required, with responsibility for public relations, public affairs, journalism or communications.
- Fluency in Estonian, English and Russian.
- Must have strong analytic, communication, management and technical skills.
- Availability to travel throughout Estonia.

- Gross salary of 1800 - 2500 EUR per month
- Training courses for self-development
- 8 American holidays in addition to Estonian ones
- Christmas bonus