Communications Manager

Communications Manager

Are you a skilled communicator with a passion for science? ILSI Global is looking for a communications professional to lead communications strategy, branding, and engagement across our global network of nutrition and food safety programs and publications.

ABOUT ILSI

The ILSI Federation is a nonprofit, worldwide organization whose mission is to provide science that improves human health and wellbeing and safeguards the environment by collaborating with leading scientists from academia, government, and industry to identify and resolve precompetitive scientific issues of common concern. ILSI has established 10 Entities worldwide to foster public‐private scientific partnerships and address knowledge gaps to benefit public good. Learn more about ILSI here: https://ilsi.org

ILSI Global, the headquarters of the ILSI Federation, is based in Washington, D.C. It coordinates the network of ILSI Entities worldwide and oversees the implementation of ILSI's Mandatory Policies to ensure coherence and integrity across the Federation.

One of those Entities is ILSI U.S. and Canada, which advances ILSI's mission by engaging the scientific community across North America on issues of regional and global relevance. Learn more about ILSI U.S. and Canada here: https://ilsiuscanada.org

This position will support both ILSI Global and ILSI U.S. and Canada.

ABOUT THE ROLE

ILSI Global/U.S. and Canada is seeking a Communications Manager to oversee communications activities across a diverse portfolio of scientific programs and initiatives. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role is responsible for developing high-quality written and digital content, managing ILSI’s brand and online presence, and translating complex scientific topics into clear, compelling messages for a range of audiences. This role plays a key part in supporting ILSI’s visibility and ensuring its scientific work is effectively communicated to global stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator with a background in or strong familiarity with science, ideally in food, nutrition, food safety, or public health. They are comfortable performing a variety of duties, including crafting press releases, developing and maintaining digital content, supporting internal communications across an international organization with 10 institutes, and coordinating across teams and external partners. Strong writing and editing skills, along with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a collaborative, mission-driven environment, are essential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Content Development & Scientific Communications

• Translate scientific publications, reports, and research outputs into accessible messages for non-specialist audiences including decision-makers, researchers, and media
• Plan and support dissemination activities for ILSI’s peer-reviewed journals, Nutrition Reviews and Global Perspectives on Nutrition, webinars, workshops, and other program outputs
• Draft press releases, newsletters, event descriptions, stakeholder updates, and other external communications materials
• Develop communications updates for the ILSI Global Board, Global Assembly, and U.S. and Canada Governance Committee
• Review and edit content across the organization to ensure accuracy and consistency

Brand & Identity Management

• Maintain and enforce consistent ILSI brand standards, messaging, and visual identity across all entities, platforms, and member institutions
• Develop and manage visual assets including graphics for social media, email communications, presentations, and event materials
• Manage and update templates and design resources for ILSI programs and initiatives

Digital & Web Communications

• Manage and update organizational websites, ensuring content is current, accurate, and strategically aligned
• Manage social media channels for the organization, individual projects, and peer-reviewed journals, including content creation, scheduling, posting, and analytics reporting

External & Internal Partner Communications

• Support strategic engagement with key institutional partners, including UN agencies, foundations, and diverse public and private stakeholders
• Serve as a point of contact for media inquiries
• Facilitate internal communications across the ILSI Federation, keeping member institutes and staff aligned and informed
• Support the development and implementation of a coordinated federation-wide communications strategy

Events & Coordination

• Coordinate communications efforts for ILSI events and meetings, and external conferences
• Draft and design event-related materials, such as informational flyers, posters, and conference booth materials
• Support communications after events, such as sharing event key takeaways and conference summaries

Budget & Vendor Management

• Oversee the communications budget
• Manage relationships with external agencies, designers, and vendors

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public policy, nutrition, public health, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
• At least 3 years of experience in communications and/or in a public health or nonprofit setting
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate scientific content for diverse audiences
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Collaborative team player, comfortable working across teams and with external partners
• Self-starter who can take initiative, make decisions independently, and execute with minimal direction
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with digital communications (websites, social media, or newsletters)
• Interest in or familiarity with nutrition, food safety, food systems, or public health

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Based in our Washington, D.C. office, this role reports directly to the ILSI Global Executive Director. While there may be flexibility for a remote work environment, candidates within commuting distance of the DC metro area are preferred for occasional in-person meetings and collaboration, as organizational needs require. This is a U.S.-based position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary range: $75,000 – $95,000

Placement within this range depends on relevant qualifications, experience, and alignment with the responsibilities of the role. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off; health, dental, and vision insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan; and additional benefits designed to support employee well-being and work-life balance.

HOW TO APPLY:

To help us better understand your qualifications and interest in this role, we ask that all applicants submit a detailed cover letter and resume to Careers@ilsi.org. Principals only, please. Unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies will not be considered. This organization participates in E-Verify.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off; health, dental, and vision insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan; and additional benefits designed to support employee well-being and work-life balance.