Press Officer, Health and Affiliate Campaigns

Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as the nation’s largest provider of sex education. Planned Parenthood organizations serve all people with care and compassion, with respect, and without judgment, striving to create equitable access to health care. Through health centers, programs in schools and communities, and online resources, Planned Parenthood is a trusted source of reliable education and information that allows people to make informed health decisions. We do all this because we care passionately about helping people lead healthier lives. 

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports the independently incorporated Planned Parenthood affiliates, which operate non-profit health centers across the U.S. PPFA also works to educate the public on and advocate for issues of sexual and reproductive health. Formed as the advocacy arm of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Planned Parenthood Action Fund is a separate non-profit membership organization tax-exempt under section 501(c)(4). The Action Fund engages in educational, advocacy, and limited electoral activity, including grassroots organizing, legislative advocacy, and voter education in furtherance of the Planned Parenthood mission. Committed to electing candidates who are steadfast in their support for sexual and reproductive health and rights in furtherance of the Action Fund's mission, Planned Parenthood Votes (PPVotes), an independent expenditure committee (SuperPAC) registered with the Federal Election Commission, conducts independent expenditures in federal races and engages in state elections as permitted by state campaign finance laws.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) and Planned Parenthood Action Fund (PPAF) seek a dynamic and passionate Press Officer, Health and Affiliate Campaigns. This position reports to the Director of Health and Affiliate Communications in the External Affairs division of PPFA. The Communications team provides strategic communications guidance, support, and tactics to PPFA, PPAF, and Planned Parenthood affiliates. 

This role is expected to begin in March 2026 and end on February 28, 2027.

• The Press Officer would execute communications and media strategies around the organization’s major campaigns, including driving impact storytelling of the Congressional “defund” of Planned Parenthood health centers and patients, ongoing attacks on sexual and reproductive health care the state and federal levels, and the organization’s ‘I’m For’ and ‘I Fight For’ campaigns. This role is also responsible for creating and executing communications plans, producing materials for media, responding to media requests, preparing spokespeople, and proactively communicating to media outlets to support the team's success and build on PPFA's reputation in the external environment as a leading provider of sexual and reproductive health care. 

• This role will work closely with multiple departments and teams, including organizing; campaigns, research and policy; care and access; digital strategy; content, culture, and events; strategic partnerships; and litigation and law to collaboratively accomplish desired goals. The press officer will also serve as one of the organization’s lead points of contact for members of the media. 

• Pitch stories, create media materials, and support the team in shaping the media narrative in support of Planned Parenthood’s campaign priorities and goals. 
• Draft various press releases, statements, advisories, op-ed pieces, talking points, briefing notes, message guidance, fact sheets, and other material that support media relations efforts. 
• Respond to inquiries from reporters, facilitate press stories and interviews, and proactively pitch media at the local, state, and national levels. 
• Collaborate with affiliates and relevant departments to ensure that media materials and strategies align with broader organizational goals related to advocacy, policy, and health care services. 
• Serve as a media relations point person, handling day-to-day media relations, including pitching, media monitoring, material development, etc., on a wide range of Planned Parenthood issues.
• Provide direct communications support and guidance to Planned Parenthood affiliates. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• 2-3 years of media experience, preferably working directly with regional and national media, including reporters, producers, writers, and new media, with a demonstrated ability to pitch and land stories.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Excellent communication (written & verbal) skills.
• Spanish language proficiency preferred.
• An understanding of the reproductive rights, health, and justice landscape strongly preferred.
• Thrives in a campaign-style environment with "rapid fire" deadlines and responses.
• Must write and edit proficiently and quickly. Motivated, self-starter with a proven track record of meeting deadlines and deliverables with quick turnarounds.
• Knowledge of communicating with diverse groups, working with a multicultural workforce, and sensitivity and appreciation of cultural differences is required. 
• Must be a team player and remain calm under pressure.
• A deep commitment to the Planned Parenthood mission of promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights.

Travel: 0-15% domestic 

The Planned Parenthood cultural ethos, "In This Together", reflects our commitment to building a workplace culture that fosters belonging, promotes learning throughout the employee lifecycle, and recognizes individual contributions to our mission.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America participates in the E-Verify program. Planned Parenthood Federation of America is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  Planned Parenthood Federation of America is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.