TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics — from science to business to global issues — in more than 100 languages. 

TED is a global community, welcoming people from every discipline and culture who seek a deeper understanding of the world. We believe passionately in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and, ultimately, the world. On TED.com, we're building a clearinghouse of free knowledge from the world's most inspired thinkers — and a community of curious souls to engage with ideas and each other, both online and at TED and TEDx events around the world, all year long.

POSITION OVERVIEW

TED Countdown is a global initiative to champion and accelerate solutions to the climate crisis, turning ideas into action.  The Media Partners Relations Manager will be responsible for planning and executing projects TED Countdown launches with external media partners of all types.  This will include partnerships with editorial, press and publishing brands and projects we execute with other non-profits including our arts track, small creative grant programs and promotional relationships.  We enter into partnerships to distribute our content (video and other content types), raise awareness of our mission, extend reach, acquire new audience(s) and reach targeted groups.  The Media Partner Relations Manager will be accountable for KPIs in these areas and will be responsible for managing existing partners, identifying new ones and proposing ways to work together more efficiently and to greater impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain ongoing communications with partners, including regular meetings to ensure project delivery
• Overall partnerships planning to ensure strategic alignment and resource management across multiple projects
• Coordinate with other TED teams including Production, Audience Development and Programming to ensure that TED delivers as promised
• Identify new partners and work with senior team to develop outreach strategy
• Develop and execute innovative ways of working with other organizations to amplify and further distribute Countdown’s content and core messages
• Author and present reports on projects, including successes, obstacles and learnings

This role is a temporary position with the potential to become permanent.

• 5+ years relevant work experience in collaborative role in either non-profit or corporate environment
• Knowledge of media and climate worlds
• Deep appreciation for the value of working together

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

IN-OFFICE COVID PROTOCOL

Due to in-person meetings and occasional office requirements, proof of full vaccination will be required prior to acceptance of employment.

Salary range: $78,300 - $86,900