Media Officer (International)
As our Media Officer you’ll ensure that audiences understand our work with people in crisis and our impact in the UK and around the world.
You’ll help implement high quality media handling across a wide range of issues that relate to the work of the British Red Cross. This includes working with key national, regional, broadcast and consumer media outlets. You'll deliver sustained, positive media coverage in line with our strategic objectives and to act swiftly to breaking news and developments.
A Day in the life of our Media Officer
As a Media Officer, you will be part of a busy press office working in the news team, under the direction of the International Media Manager.
You’ll deliver time sensitive media work on some of the biggest stories of our time, working alongside our social media, PR, advocacy teams and fundraising teams. You’ll work on both fast-paced media responding to world events and proactively driving the news agenda to our key issues.
You could find yourself working with journalists and Red Cross colleagues on anything from global emergencies and natural disasters to protracted conflicts, chronic hunger and climate change. You’ll be highlighting health inequality and the migration, displacement and refugee issues that we care. As well as helping people to prepare for, survive and rebuild after a crisis.
This is a frontline role that makes a vital contribution to the public positioning of the British Red Cross. The work you do with the Red Cross will play a crucial role in advancing our mission to help people in crisis. Are you ready to join our cause and help us be here for humanity?
What we're looking for from our Media Officer
With a sound working knowledge of media within the UK. Plus a strong understanding of the news agenda and how and where to pitch a story, candidates should have:
- Sound editorial judgement. The ability to spot issues that could create a reputational risk.
- Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal. Ability to adapt your writing style for different audiences and channels.
- Experience of communicating in at least one of the following contexts: international aid / humanitarian response, migration and displacement, health and social care in the UK, advocacy or UK public policy.
- An awareness of how media fits into strategic, integrated, communications plans.
- Evidence of building and maintaining relationships with journalists.
- Experience of harnessing online and social media to reach new audiences and support earnt media coverage.
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
- Ability to proactively work well as part of a team.
- Ability to build and maintain good working relationships internally and externally with a variety of stakeholders with multiple priorities.
Interested? Closing date for applications is 23.59 on Monday 9 th March 2026. Interviews will take place soon after.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
- Flexible working:Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
- Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Learning & Development:A range of career & learning opportunities.
- Discounts:Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform.
- Wellbeing:Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
- Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme. At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks. Including Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.
Together, we are the world's emergency responders