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The U.S. Mission in Bucharest is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Press and Media Coordinator role in the Public Diplomacy (PD) office.
The position is also available at Training grade level, for candidates who do not have the full performance level experience requirements. Salary intervals for each grade are posted on the Embassy's vacancy announcement.
Interested candidates are required to apply on the Embassy's official electronic recruitment applicaiton (ERA), by accessing the external link, or visiting our job opportunities page:
https://ro.usembassy.gov/jobs
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
A University degree in journalism, Communications, International Relations, Political Science, Economics or local equivalent is required.
Experience:
FOR FULL PERFORMANCE GRADE FSN-9: Four years of experience in a media outlet, international organization, government or the private sector, with experience in communication, journalism, public relations or public affairs is required.
FOR FOR TRAINEE GRADE FSN-8: Three years of experience in a media outlet, international organization, government or the private sector, with experience in communication, journalism, public relations or public affairs is required.
FOR TRAINEE GRADE FSN-7: Two years of experience in a media outlet, international organization, government or the private sector, with experience in communication, journalism, public relations or public affairs is required.
**Salary intervals for each grade are posted on the Embassy's vacancy announcement.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.
Language:
Fluent Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. Fluent Speaking/Reading/Writing Romanian is required. This may be tested.
Job Knowledge:
A comprehensive understanding of Romanian press and media institutions, professional journalism standards and practices and trends in audience preferences for information consumption (print, TV, radio, online) is required. Must have an understanding of communication trends in the region and internationally as they affect the Romanian information landscape and must be familiar with influence patterns in information flow. This may be tested.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.
The position is also available at Training grade level, for candidates who do not have the full performance level experience requirements. Salary intervals for each grade are posted on the Embassy's vacancy announcement.
Interested candidates are required to apply on the Embassy's official electronic recruitment applicaiton (ERA), by accessing the external link, or visiting our job opportunities page:
https://ro.usembassy.gov/jobs
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
A University degree in journalism, Communications, International Relations, Political Science, Economics or local equivalent is required.
Experience:
FOR FULL PERFORMANCE GRADE FSN-9: Four years of experience in a media outlet, international organization, government or the private sector, with experience in communication, journalism, public relations or public affairs is required.
FOR FOR TRAINEE GRADE FSN-8: Three years of experience in a media outlet, international organization, government or the private sector, with experience in communication, journalism, public relations or public affairs is required.
FOR TRAINEE GRADE FSN-7: Two years of experience in a media outlet, international organization, government or the private sector, with experience in communication, journalism, public relations or public affairs is required.
**Salary intervals for each grade are posted on the Embassy's vacancy announcement.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.
Language:
Fluent Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. Fluent Speaking/Reading/Writing Romanian is required. This may be tested.
Job Knowledge:
A comprehensive understanding of Romanian press and media institutions, professional journalism standards and practices and trends in audience preferences for information consumption (print, TV, radio, online) is required. Must have an understanding of communication trends in the region and internationally as they affect the Romanian information landscape and must be familiar with influence patterns in information flow. This may be tested.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.
Job Description
The Press and Media Coordinator monitors Romanian press and media coverage of issues of importance to the United States. Identifies and advises Mission leadership on strategies for promoting accurate and balanced Romanian press and media coverage of U.S. foreign policy and American interests. Builds productive relationships with press and media professionals in person and online.
Company Description
The U.S. Mission offers the following benefits package for local employees.
- Pro-rated Christmas Bonus (13th month salary)
- Performance related Awards
- Performance related annual increases (merit-based compensation system)
- Local and American paid holidays
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Alternate Work Schedule
- Medical reimbursement plan (per family member)
- Free access to the on-site Gym
- Training opportunities (virtual and abroad)
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