The Consulate General of Israel to the Pacific Northwest, located in San Francisco, is dedicated to representing Israel in Northern California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska. We are seeking a Press and Communications Director to join our collaborative team. You will work to develop and implement our communication strategies via social media, press outreach, and other channels, collaborating with partners in the local Israeli and Jewish communities and beyond.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Create, edit, and publish engaging content daily on multiple social media platforms (e.g., original text, photos, videos and news)

• Writing daily reports and presentations on key topics explaining current media trends and landscapes

• Develop, implement, and manage a proactive and engaging social media strategy

• Monitoring and analyzing news and media trends with a focus on Israel and Middle East related issues

• Establishing and maintaining contact with journalists, opinion leaders, and key media personalities

• Coordinating media events, briefings, and conferences

• Setting up interviews with Israeli officials and experts

• Preparing press releases, newsletters, and materials for publications

• Promoting consulate events

• Identifying and utilizing creative media ideas and opportunities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with a background in Marketing, Communications, International Relations, or a related field

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to shape a creative story

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills

• Previous and proven social media experience and savviness - platforms: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Reddit, and MailChimp.

• Eagerness to interact proactively with Pacific Northwest communities- public, private, and non-profit sectors

This is an entry-level position

Please note that we cannot accept applications from dual citizens (Israeli & American),

only exemption: If you lived in Israel for less than 4 years in total and not in the last 3 years.

Please send your CV to: jobs.cgisf@gmail.com