Media Manager

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) Full time

About the ITF

The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) is at the forefront of building power for transport workers globally. The affiliate-led global union federation is recognised as the world's leading transport authority. It is the collective voice for 20 million transport workers across the world.

We work for a world where workers are treated equally – with dignity and respect. We fight passionately to improve working lives, connecting approximately 700 trade unions from 147 countries to secure rights, equality and justice for our members.

The ITF is head-quartered in London, with offices in Abidjan, Amman, Geneva, Hong Kong, Montreal, Nairobi, New Delhi, Panama, Rio de Janeiro, Singapore, Sydney and Tokyo.

About the team

The ITF Communications Team works decisively to elevate global issues and drive collective action to improve the rights of all transport workers.

The Communications Department is pivotal for leading strategic thinking around communications across the ITF's industrial sections, our regions and key areas of focus including women and young transport workers, through to sustainability, health and safety, future of work and supply chain accountability.

You'll join an expanding team committed to discovering, testing and pushing the envelope for worker- and people-driven change ― working to advance the ITF's current strategic directions:

· To grow and activate our membership.

· To position the ITF at the forefront of innovative campaigning.

· To influence global and regional policy.

The team sets and delivers the creative and strategic vision for communications strategy, digital engagement, content production, design, branding, media relations and building stronger networks and collaboration with our affiliated unions.

About the role

The Media Manager will be responsible for taking charge of the ITF's global media strategy. We are looking for an experienced media relations professional who can further enhance and solidify ITF's reputation as the global voice of transport workers and as an authoritative voice in the transport industry and global trade union movement.

We're seeking an experienced media relations manager, preferably with international experience and with established media relationships amongst leading international media.

You will be part of team responsible for delivering solidarity and support to local, national and global disputes, building communications that reinforce the critical role transport workers play, developing strategies to support union-led policies on everything from health and safety to sustainability, and raising the volume on the global struggle to advance the rights and equalities of the world's transport workers.

Your role will be pivotal for securing media coverage that raises awareness of the work and priorities of the ITF internationally across broadcast, print, online media, and trade press.

This hands-on role, will lead on developing, implementing and advancing ITF's global media relations strategy. The Media Manager will also provide strategic advice and coaching to ITF's leadership on proactive and reactive media strategies, as well as strategic guidance and support for other members of the ITF's multi-disciplinary communications team.

We are looking for someone who is a natural leader. Someone who is able to develop, manage and maintain strong relationships and operate in a politically charged environment. Someone who has a growth mindset, thinks globally, works with a relational approach, is receptive to feedback, actively values diversity, and who acts with integrity and transparency.

If you're someone who wants to lead on the development of ITF's long-term media programme, who is driven to improve the lives and livelihoods of workers, we invite you to apply.

Why work for us

The ITF offers a highly attractive salary, leave entitlement and benefits package for our employees including a generous pension scheme, flexible working arrangements and the opportunity for international travel.

People from a diverse range of genders, cultures, abilities and experiences are actively encouraged to apply. At the ITF, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our team and our affiliates. We see the diversity of our staff as a source of intelligence and our strength. We welcome all applications regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, migration status, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, political opinions or trade union affiliation or activity.

How to apply

To apply for the position please email your CV and a covering letter with a link to any relevent examples of your work with the subject line 'Media Manager - Application' by Tuesday,18 June 2024. Interviews will be held early July.

For further information or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact our team.

The ITF is open to discussing relocation options for the successful candidate or the option of being based out of one of ITF's regional offices.


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