Lowongan Kerja Jakarta Raya Posisi Press And Media Specialist di American Embassy

The Press and Media Specialist oversees press and media operations for the Mission, promoting an understanding of and support for U.S. policy. Serves as chief advisor to the Mission on policy advocacy through media engagement.

Identifies long-term trends and emerging policy-relevant issues and advises Mission leadership on strategies for promoting accurate, balanced Indonesian press and media coverage of U.S. foreign policy and American interests, correcting misinformation and countering disinformation. Monitors, analyzes, and reports on Indonesian press and media coverage of issues of importance to the United States. Builds productive relationships with press and media professionals, including media owners, editors, producers, and journalists.

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OPTION 1

EXPERIENCE:  A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in a media outlet, think tank, university, nongovernmental organization (NGO), international organization, embassy, government office, or corporation is required, with responsibility for public relations, public affairs, journalism, communications, marketing, managing public relations, outreach events, press conferences, or other media interactions as a significant part of the job. At least one year of supervisory experience is required.

Education: A minimum university degree in Journalism, Communications, International Relations, Political Science, Economics, or related majors is required.

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OPTION 2

EXPERIENCE:  A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in a media outlet, think tank, university, nongovernmental organization (NGO), international organization, embassy, government office, or corporation is required, with responsibility for public relations, public affairs, journalism, communications, marketing, managing public relations, outreach events, press conferences, or other media interactions as a significant part of the job. At least one year of supervisory experience is required.

Education:  At least a 2 years of full-time study at college or university in any field  is required.

(Please note that one credited year of working experience is equal to 40 hours/week x 52 weeks or 2080 hours.)

JOB KNOWLEDGE:  Detailed knowledge of Indonesian political, economic, social, and cultural policies and trends is required. A comprehensive understanding of Indonesian press and media institutions and professional journalism standards and practices, as well as trends in audience preferences for information consumption (print, TV, radio, online), is required. Must have a detailed understanding of communication trends in the region and internationally as they affect the Indonesian information landscape and must be familiar with influence patterns in information flow. Must have knowledge of marketing techniques, market analysis, and audience analytics in Indonesia.

LANGUAGE:  Fluent Speaking/Reading/Writing English and Indonesian are required. This may be tested.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Analytic Skills: Must be able to interpret Indonesian policy, economic and social history, and trends. The ability to identify, analyze, predict, and continually assess the attitudes of press and media outlets and information consumers across a wide range of thematic policy areas is required. Must be able to perceive significant changes in the Indonesian influence landscape and to adjust press and media operations and products to maximize balanced coverage for priority audiences.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Must have excellent customer relations, interpersonal, and cross-cultural communication skills. Must be able to identify influential voices in both traditional and digital information outlets and engage them successfully. Must have excellent written and oral communication skills in order to speak publicly; write reports, press releases, and other products; engage in online forums; and contribute to publications in English and Indonesian. Must be able to tailor communications to fit formal and informal situations. Must be able to brief senior U.S. officers and high-level visitors on a variety of issues and interpret between English and Indonesian for written materials, press events, and programs.

Management Skills: Strong event and management skills are required. Must be able to organize and run events, such as press conferences, speeches, interviews, and workshops. Must be able to negotiate agreements with partner institutions and manage their fulfillment.

Technical Skills: Excellent keyboarding and data entry skills are required. Excellent familiarity with electronic discovery tools, in particular the internet, and standard information retrieval practices and procedures are required. Thorough, detailed knowledge of various computer software programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and databases, is required. Detailed knowledge of and the ability to use digital platforms, tools, and products are required. Must have good numerical skills to develop budget projections and press and media analytics and to manage project budgets. Must have good knowledge of TV and radio production. The ability to use social media and mobile platforms, photo editing software, and photo and video sharing sites is required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.