Global Fishing Watch · 2 days ago
Data Analyst, Media Relations
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $95K/yrGlobal Fishing Watch is an international nonprofit organization committed to advancing ocean governance through increased transparency. The Data Analyst, Media Relations will help turn data into stories and translate complex analyses into clear narratives that engage journalists, while supporting media outreach capabilities and providing technical expertise on data and tools.
Information Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide technical support to Global Fishing Watch’s senior manager, media relations in responding to media inquiries related to analysis of data within the Global Fishing Watch map and relevant tools
Lead the production of technical reports, visualizations and static imagery in response to media requests
Engage with external stakeholders, including data journalists and graphic leads, and service media requests in a timely manner
Engage with internal stakeholders, including Global Fishing Watch technical and regional teams to acquire and share datasets and technical knowledge
Plan, curate and deliver technical trainings to media and press with the goal of encouraging uptake of Global Fishing Watch technology
Support the senior manager, media relations with the development of media pitches that promote, evidence and help scale and Global Fishing Watch technology
Support the communications team in drafting web and editorial content as needed
Identify opportunities to streamline data extraction processes and improve the efficiency of media response workflows
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in data analytics or other related disciplines, such as fisheries science, or equivalent professional experience
Proven track record of independently executing data analysis projects or interactive data visualizations
Fluency with analytical coding languages, such as R, SQL or Google BigQuery
Experience combined with a genuine interest in working on fisheries and ocean biodiversity and marine management issues in the nonprofit and/or international sector
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; strong writer familiar with Associated Press style
Experience communicating complex information to expert and non-expert audiences
Highly organized, analytical, detail oriented and self-motivated
Ability to work independently and asynchronously with colleagues in a global remote work environment while partnering with the manager to receive direction on core objectives
Ability to work quickly and efficiently to a very high standard of detail
Ability to take ownership of projects and communicate project updates to stakeholders in a transparent and proactive manner
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while performing in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
An understanding of the complexities and internal communications surrounding collaboration in a global matrix and remote organization
Strong interpersonal skills and readiness to embrace electronic ways of remote working are required
Preferred
Master's degree in a relevant area or equivalent experience
Experience with data journalism, storytelling, data visualization or information design and/or knowledge of the global media landscape
Knowledge of and experience analyzing vessel tracking data, such as automatic identification system (AIS), and other satellite data sources for vessel detection including Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), optical imagery, and Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS)
Experience analyzing vessel tracking, identity and activity data using SQL, Google BigQuery and/or R programming software
Experience working with and an understanding of fisheries compliance and/or monitoring, control and surveillance operations
Experience as a trainer is desired
Knowledge of Spanish and/or other languages is preferred
Benefits
GFW offers pension/retirement, health and other benefits commensurate with similar level GFW employees in the country of employment.
Company
Global Fishing Watch
Global Fishing Watch is the product of a technology partnership between SkyTruth, Oceana.
Founded in 2017
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$62.95MKey Investors
Bezos Earth FundPatrick J. McGovern FoundationThe Audacious Project
2025-12-09Grant· $2.65M
2023-12-20Grant· $0.3M
2023-06-08Grant· $60M
Leadership Team
Tony Long
CEO
Recent News
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