Press Coordinator | PJ

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Press Coordinator to lead the Communications Advisory Team, strategically managing institutional image and media relations. Key Highlights: 1. Lead and coordinate a team of journalists and photographers 2. Proactively engage with the press and propose strategic story angles 3. Ensure alignment of communications with strategic guidelines We are looking for a Press Coordinator to lead the Communications Advisory Team, strategically shaping institutional image and managing media relations. **Main Responsibilities:** * Lead and coordinate the client’s Communications Advisory Team’s journalists and photographers; * Plan journalistic coverage of the client’s activities, defining story angles, schedules, and field teams; * Proactively engage with national, regional, and international press, proposing strategic story angles and strengthening institutional relationships; * Respond to media requests by providing sources, clarifications, and official statements; * Draft and review press releases, official statements, articles, and other press materials; * Plan and coordinate press conferences and individual interviews with ministry spokespersons; * Manage the press mailing list, ensuring constant, segmented updates by editorial department/media outlet; * Supervise media monitoring (clippings) and support analysis of the impact of published initiatives; * Ensure alignment of communications with the ministry’s strategic guidelines; * Collaborate with other communications areas (social media, audiovisual, internal communications, etc.) on integrated campaigns. **Requirements and Skills:** * Bachelor’s degree in Journalism; * Solid experience in communications, with proven expertise in press advisory roles—preferably within public agencies, communications agencies, or major media outlets; * Experience leading teams of journalists; * Knowledge of public administration operations and political/institutional reporting; * Excellent journalistic writing skills and mastery of standard Portuguese; * Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with journalists and editors; * Crisis management expertise and experience engaging with opinion leaders; * Proficiency in mailing tools, media monitoring platforms, and press conference organization; * Intermediate English proficiency. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Prior experience in press advisory roles for ministries or federal agencies; * Familiarity with science, technology, innovation, and environmental topics; * Participation in media training sessions, press conferences, and large-scale institutional events. **What We Offer:** * Monthly remuneration of R$ 10,000.00 (ten thousand Brazilian reais) * A healthy, collaborative, and innovative work environment. * Opportunities for professional development. * On-site work in Brasília/DF (For this position, candidates must reside in Brasília/DF; if you reside in another state and apply, we assume you possess the required availability.) * PJ (individual contractor) hiring arrangement. And more... Through our partnership with Assefaz, we offer: Dental plan, access to the Wellhub wellness platform, Benefits Club, Leisure Centers, and much more. **Do you identify with this role? Don’t hesitate—join us and become part of a corporate group that values innovation and continuous development!**