Public Relations Manager

Indigenous Pact PBC, Inc.

Public Relations Manager responsible for media relations and strategic storytelling. Leading communication strategies to shape public perception and advance healthcare equity for Indigenous communities.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary media relations lead, cultivating and maintaining relationships with journalists, editors, and producers across healthcare, technology, Native and Indigenous affairs, CSR, and general news outlets.
Proactively identify earned media opportunities that position Indigenous Pact as a thought leader in Tribal health equity — including trend-jacking, expert commentary, op-ed placements, awards, and recognition programs.
Collaborate with clinical and healthcare divisions to create and implement communication strategies and marketing campaigns to promote the organization’s services, programs, and initiatives.
Develop and pitch compelling story angles that translate our complex, mission-driven work into narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, from Tribal communities to health system executives to policymakers.
Manage all media inquiries, coordinate interviews, and oversee message development for all press interactions.
Organize press events, program and service launches, and coordinate media coverage and announcements.
Serve as a primary organizational spokesperson for Indigenous Pact, representing the organization across media interviews, tradeshow appearances, speaker panels, public forums, and other high-visibility industry events.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years of public relations experience, with a demonstrated track record in media relations and earned media strategy.
Experience working across multiple sectors, ideally including healthcare, technology, Native/Indigenous affairs, and/or corporate social responsibility.
Proven experience as an organizational spokesperson and/or in coaching executives for media engagements.
Exceptional writing and editing skills — you can distill complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives quickly and under deadline.
A creative, strategic mindset with the ability to identify and act on PR opportunities others might miss.
Strong existing relationships with journalists and media contacts, or a demonstrated ability to build them rapidly in new verticals.
Deep cultural competency and sensitivity, particularly in working with or alongside Indigenous communities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities without close supervision.
Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off to cultivate personal and professional balance, including company-wide winter break Dec 24 - Jan 1.
Competitive benefits including 401(k) with match, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
Open, transparent lines of communication with leadership.
Commitment to giving back to improve our communities and environmental impact.
A development-focused environment where you have autonomy to drive your career path.

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Hard Skills & Tools

public relationsmedia relationsearned media strategywritingeditingcommunication strategiesmarketing campaignsstory developmentmessage developmentevent organization

Soft Skills

relationship buildingstrategic mindsetcreativitycultural competencyindependencemultitaskingcoachingadaptabilitydeadline managementcommunication

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in public relationsBachelor's degree in communicationsBachelor's degree in journalism