American Red Cross of Northern California Coastal Region
Media Relations/Spokesperson Needed! Job at American Red Cross of Northern Calif
American Red Cross of Northern California Coastal Region, Sausalito, CA, US, 94966
Manage media inquiries at assigned Red Cross service delivery site, including requests for client and/or volunteer interviews in coordination with the on-call PA officer. Respond on scene 24/7 to help provide PA support for incidents that meet PA triggers
Greet the media, who are on-site covering the disaster, and provide them with timely, accurate information about Red Cross services being provided and available to victims.
- Excellent public speaking skills; strong writing skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to details
- Access to cell/mobile phone
- Valid driver’s license, access to personal vehicle and a good driving record
- The hours of commitment vary as disaster events are unpredictable and often happen in waves
- Media experience preferred
Ideal for anyone:
- Opportunity to use communications expertise in service to a nonprofit organization
- Develop and practice media relations and public speaking skills
- Increase knowledge of Red Cross
- Ability to enter the DS HR system (the National Disaster Team) as a trained public affairs volunteer and travel to disaster relief operations beyond the chapter.