Account Manager - Strategic Communications (Social Impact/Global Health)

About Newton Street

At Newton Street, our mission is to connect people and ideas that change the world. We are a women-led strategic communications firm advising global health organizations, philanthropies, high-profile individuals, family offices, for-profit companies, and social impact organizations tackling the most complex issues of our time.

We help our partners shape narratives, elevate ideas, and spark action that drives meaningful change on a global scale.

Our team is collaborative and values-driven, guided by integrity, kindness, curiosity, and a commitment to excellence.

Role Snapshot – Media-Driven Strategic Communications

We’re seeking an Account Manager with deep earned media experience - someone who understands how to work with journalists, develop compelling story angles, and secure meaningful coverage that advances mission-driven goals.

This is not a marketing, advertising, or sales role. It’s ideal for a PR professional who thrives at the intersection of media relations, thought leadership, and narrative strategy, and who wants their work to contribute to positive social change.

You’ll work closely with our founders and senior strategists, leading day-to-day client relationships and driving media-focused communications programs for high-impact organizations.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a trusted day-to-day partner to clients, managing relationships with confidence and care
• Lead earned media strategies, including:
  • Developing story angles and messaging
  • Pitching journalists and editors
  • Securing media coverage, op-eds, interviews, and thought leadership placements

• Track and analyze media coverage, delivering clear reports that assess message pull-through, narrative impact, and opportunities for amplification.
• Monitor media trends and emerging news to identify timely pitching opportunities and position clients within relevant public conversations.
• Draft and edit high-quality written materials, including:
  • Media pitches and press materials
  • Op-eds and contributed articles
  • Talking points, speeches, and briefing documents
  • Communications strategies and media plans

• Support media training and message development for executives and subject-matter experts
• Collaborate with internal team members to ensure strategic alignment and flawless execution
• Manage multiple client priorities with clarity, responsiveness, and calm under pressure
• Contribute ideas that strengthen client impact and help evolve Newton Street’s offerings

Client Sectors You Could Support

• Global Health
• Women’s Health
• Climate, Environment, and Agricultural Development
• Economic Opportunity
• AI for Social Good
• Philanthropy & Social Impact

What You’ll Bring

• 6–8 years of experience in public relations or strategic communications
• Demonstrated success securing earned media coverage, op-eds, and thought leadership placements
• Strong understanding of how journalists work and what makes a story newsworthy
• Exceptional writing and editing skills—clear, persuasive, and purposeful
• Experience working in or alongside - PR agencies, foundations, social impact or policy-focused organizations
• Knowledge of one or more core issue areas: climate, global health, women’s health, mental health, economic opportunity, or philanthropy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects without sacrificing quality or judgment
• Responsive and proactive while working in a remote office environment
• Experience in working across teams and collaboratively with other partners or agencies
• Technologically fluent and proactive, with strong organizational and collaboration skills.
• Comfort working in global or multicultural contexts
• Eligibility to work in the United States

Bonus Points

• Existing media relationships in global health, philanthropy, or policy journalism
• Experience mentoring junior team members
• Background in crisis communications or reputation management
• Experience advising senior leaders or public-facing experts

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary ($95,000–$120,000)
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, disability, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, and retirement plan
• Generous paid time off and holidays — including a year-end paid break
• Fully remote, U.S.-based work environment
• A culture where your voice matters and your impact is visible

Equal Opportunity

Newton Street is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Ready to Shape Change?

If you’re passionate about using strategic communications to advance solutions for the world’s biggest challenges, we’d love to hear from you.