Associate Media and Digital Communications Officer - LATAM and Asia - REMOTE

About ACLED Armed Conflict Location & Event Data ( ACLED ) is an independent, impartial conflict and protest monitoring organization providing real-time data and analysis on violent conflict and protest in all countries and territories across the world. The role As the Associate Media and Digital Communications Officer on the External Affairs Team, you will support ACLED ’s media relations and digital communications work on LATAM and Asia analysis and on the impact of our data analysis to specialist sector outlets covering Insurance and Risk. You will help draft media materials, coordinate outreach, monitor coverage, assist with digital content creation, and ensure consistent messaging across channels. You will bring strong writing skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of the media and digital landscape. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and collaborating closely with colleagues, particularly the Media Relations Manager and social media colleagues. Reporting to the Media Relations Manager, you will support all media and digital communications outputs, including webinars, podcasts, and cross-platform content coordination. This position is fully remote, for 6 months, with the possibility of being extended. Specific responsibilities The Associate Media & Digital Communications Officer will be responsible for the following tasks: Media Relations Support Build media knowledge and contacts in your designated region and specialist sectors of focus. Draft press releases, media advisories, quotes, and background materials under the direction of the Media Relations Manager. Support responses to media enquiries and coordinate interviews or information requests. Maintain up-to-date media lists, journalist databases, and monitoring systems. Track media coverage and produce initial data for analysis and KPI reporting. Assist with preparing talking points, briefings, and messaging documents. Assist with media training and interview practice. D