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Director Public Relations (E6135)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Piscataway, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
31 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
1 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Education
As defined in IEEE Policies individuals currently serving on an IEEE board or committee are not eligible to apply.
PLEASE NOTE: This position is not budgeted for employer-sponsored immigration support this includes all persons in F (both CPT and OPT) J H L or O status.
For information on work demands and conditions required for this position please consult the reference document ADA Requirements. This position is classified under .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Disclaimer: This job description is proprietary to IEEE. It outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience Req
- Masters or other advanced degree Pref
- 10-15 years Experience in media relations public relations or strategic communications. Req
- Demonstrated success securing coverage in toptier business lifestyle and generalinterest media.
- Strong relationships with reporters and editors across multiple beats.
- Agency experience is a plus.
- Proven ability to identify compelling story angles and develop narratives from complex or technical subject matter.
- Experience supporting senior executives and preparing leaders for interviews and public appearances.
- Exceptional writing pitching and messagedevelopment skills.
- Technology background or familiarity with innovation ecosystems is helpful but not required.
- Experience in global or missiondriven organizations is a plus.
As defined in IEEE Policies individuals currently serving on an IEEE board or committee are not eligible to apply.
PLEASE NOTE: This position is not budgeted for employer-sponsored immigration support this includes all persons in F (both CPT and OPT) J H L or O status.
For information on work demands and conditions required for this position please consult the reference document ADA Requirements. This position is classified under .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Disclaimer: This job description is proprietary to IEEE. It outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.
Job Summary
The Director of Public Relations is responsible for establishing and leading a modern proactive media relations operation for IEEE. This role elevates IEEEs public presence by securing meaningful highimpact coverage across business lifestyle technology and generalinterest media. The Director develops and executes a comprehensive media strategy that positions IEEEs leaders experts and Organizational Units as authoritative voices on the technologies shaping society.
This is a senior outwardfacing role requiring exceptional judgment strong media relationships global experience and the ability to identify compelling narrativeseven in places where others may not immediately see a story.
Reporting to the Sr. Director PR and Communications this position will manage two (2) direct reports.
Key Responsibilities
- Enterprise Media Strategy Develop and execute a proactive media strategy that increases IEEEs visibility and positions the organization as a leading voice on technology innovation and societal impact.
- Executive Media Relations and Media Training Lead media engagement for IEEEs Executive Director Presidents and senior leaders; prepare briefings talking points and message frameworks.
- Media Outreach Build and maintain strong relationships with reporters and editors across lifestyle business and generalinterest outlets to broaden IEEEs reach beyond traditional technology press.
- Thought Leadership Development Identify and elevate IEEE experts as authoritative voices on emerging trends standards and innovations.
- Trendspotting & Story Identification Monitor the news cycle and cultural landscape to uncover opportunities where IEEE can contribute insight even when the story is not immediately obvious.
- Enterprise Collaboration Partner with Organizational Units to support priority initiatives align messaging and coordinate enterpriselevel media opportunities.
- Message Development Craft and refine media messages Q&As and positioning statements that reflect IEEEs voice and strategic priorities.
- Measurement & Reporting Track media performance sentiment and impact; provide insights that inform strategy and demonstrate value.
- #LI-Hybrid
Travel Information
- 15-25% Domestic and International
Required Experience:
Director
