Data Analyst, Media Relations

• Provide technical support for media inquiries related to analysis of data within the Global Fishing Watch map and tools.
• Lead production of technical reports, visualizations, and static imagery in response to media requests.
• Plan, curate, and deliver technical trainings to media and press to encourage uptake of Global Fishing Watch technology.
• Support media outreach program, including leading quarterly data journalism workshops and crafting technical curriculum.

This role creates positive change by turning data into compelling stories that engage journalists, advancing ocean governance through increased transparency and helping bring accountability to human activity at sea.

• Bachelor's degree in data analytics, fisheries science, or related discipline, 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.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English with strong writing ability familiar with Associated Press style.

Compensation ranges: US$ 80-95k per year for US-based employees, CAD 135-145k for Canada based, GBP 55-63k for UK based, EUR 65-75k for Ireland, and XOF 35-40m for Senegal based. GFW offers pension/retirement, health and other benefits commensurate with similar level GFW employees in the country of employment. Equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Global Fishing Watch is an international nonprofit organization committed to advancing ocean governance through increased transparency. They create and publicly share knowledge about human activity at sea to enable fair and sustainable use of our ocean.