Media Relations Team - Specialists and Team Lead (Remote, Part Time)

------ About Right to Live Canada
Right to Live is a start-up non-profit corporation creating the first solution infrastructure to offer competitive, viable alternatives to MAiD that consist of a living future. We are building a referable resource for MAiD assessors and care teams to address Economic Euthanasia (cases where an alternative was possible but not achieved) and Economic Disability Euthanasia (applications driven by the systemic poverty present in Canadian disability support programs).

------ The Role
As our Media Relations Specialist, you will be the bridge between our internal operations and the press.

We are recruiting for a team of 10 Media and Public Relations Specialists to be led by a Team Lead. This is a remote position. We are based in Eastern Time zone but welcome those from across Canada and have flexible working hours.

------ Key Responsibilities:

--  Act as the definitive point of contact and liaison for news organizations, journalists, and media outlets.
--  Strategically disseminate press releases and organizational updates to maximize reach and impact.
--  Pitch stories, coordinate media inquiries, and secure coverage that aligns with our strategic objectives.
--  Build and manage a high-value pipeline of relevant media contacts.

------ The Commitment

Ideal for students on summer break, professionals in-between roles, retired or sabbatical, etc.

--  Hours: Part time
--  Schedule: Fully flexible. There is no set schedule or micromanagement.
--  Duration: Short-term initial engagement of 1 to 2 months. An option to extend the role will be available based on organizational needs and performance.

------ Who You Are

-- A student in media, communications, or a similar field with appropriate interest in this role as a career development opportunity
--  A professional with experience in PR, communications, media relations, or journalism.
--  Self-directed and capable of taking ownership of your department's outreach without needing someone looking over your shoulder.
--  A strong, persuasive communicator who can pitch and sell our brand, narrative and press releases to news organizations and can effectively control the public narrative.

------ How to Apply
Apply through the form on our website:
https://www.righttolive.ca/volunteer
Enter 'Media Relations' under 'other'