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The Middle East Research and Information Project (MERIP), a progressive nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC that publishes Middle East Report (MER), seeks a Media Outreach Director to manage MERIP's new media outreach and policy analysis program under the supervision of MERIP's Executive Director. Working with MER's staff and the Media Committee, the Media Outreach Director will be responsible for developing and maintaining MERIP's relations with the media (print, radio, TV, electronic), including:

• producing press releases and commissioning and disseminating Press Information Notes (PINS)
• researching and compiling shorter materials, such as "fact sheets" and background material on current developments and issues concerning the Middle East from MERIP's and other sources
• maintaining an up-to-date database of journalists and media contacts
• placing Op-Ed articles in newspapers and journals
• developing short radio "spots"
• working with the editor of MER to coordinate press releases and promoting upcoming issues of the magazine
• working with media staff of similar non-profit organizations to sponsor and arrange guest lecturer programs

The ideal candidate must be a highly organized and motivated person with knowledge of Middle East issues, a commitment to progressive politics, demonstrated writing skills, and experience working in or with the media in its various forms. He/she needs also to have computer, interpersonal and communications skills; familiarity with desktop publishing (PageMaker), web work, and database programs is a plus. Salary is based on experience. The position begins late July; the application deadline is July 12. MERIP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity. For information about MERIP, visit our website: www.merip.org.

Please send in hard copy and by email a resume, two writing samples, a cover letter and the names of three references to:

Dr. Terry Walz
Executive Director
MERIP
1500 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Suite 119
Washington, DC 20005

email: twalz@merip.org