Date Posted:
May 6, 2026
Position Title:
Manager, Media & Communications Analytics
Office/Company:
International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW)
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-06091
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC | Yarmouth, MA
Contact:
Salary:
$68,000 – $85,000
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The Manager, Media & Communications Analytics primarily supports the tracking of communications metrics associated with both traditional and social media across IFAW’s multiple communications channels, and translates those metrics into quantitative and qualitative learnings that help tell the IFAW conservation story.Maintain and manage a comprehensive media analytics tracker, monitoring all coverage across traditional and social media related to IFAW’s conservation work and priority campaigns. Utilize Meltwater, Sprout, Asana, and other platforms to track, record, and evaluate relevant media metrics.Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Communications, Analytics, Media Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience). In-depth experience in media monitoring and social media analytics.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain and manage a comprehensive media analytics tracker
• Utilize Meltwater, Sprout, Asana, and other platforms to track, record, and evaluate relevant media metrics
• Evaluate the results of IFAW’s individual communications channels to assess effectiveness and develop recommendations to improve media performance
• Work with the Communications Leadership team and the broader global team to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure maximum outreach to key stakeholders
• Support the Executive Office Director with administrative tasks related to Communications operations
• Assist the Executive Office Communications Manager with preparing reports and internal documentation
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Communications, Analytics, Media Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• In-depth experience in media monitoring and social media analytics
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to synthesize information quickly and provide effective next steps
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a mission-driven environment
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools and analytics platforms is a must
Instructions:
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