Manager, Communications

Who We Are International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,200 professionals works worldwide in over 30 offices. Together, we are on a mission to rescue millions, protect half a billion, and make justice unstoppable. We are a global community that cares for one another and believe that how we work is as important as the results we achieve. The Need For over 25 years, IJM has pioneered work to protect vulnerable people from violence. Nine out of nine times in the last decade, IJM’s Justice System Strengthening Projects have reduced slavery and violence between 50% and 85% for large populations living in poverty. As we grow to protect 500 million people from violence, we are seeking a Manager, Communications to lead strategic communications planning and narrative orchestration for key initiatives. The role ensures cohesive, audience‑centered messaging across campaigns, donor experiences, executive communications, and live events. This is a hybrid position (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) for candidates located in the Washington, DC area or remote for non‑local candidates and reports to the Global Director, Marketing Communications. Responsibilities Lead strategic communications planning and narrative orchestration for major donor events, campaign moments, and enterprise storytelling initiatives. Develop integrated messaging strategies that unify digital, print, live, and executive communications across key audience touchpoints. Develop and maintain global messaging frameworks, editorial standards, and reusable content assets that promote brand consistency across IJM’s global functions. Support communications planning and event orchestration, including message flow, stage narrative, speaker preparation, scripts, presentations, and related donor communications. Translate organizational priorities and campaign objectives into clear, audience‑centered communication approaches. Provide editorial leadership and coaching to writers, contributors, and cross‑functional partners to strengthen message clarity, structure, and audience relevance. Build capability across teams through guidance, resources, and responsible use of emerging tools, including AI‑enabled writing technologies. Participate in IJM’s community of spiritual formation. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, English, nonprofit management, or related field. 7+ years of experience in strategic communications, marketing communications, campaign communications, donor communications, brand messaging, or related roles. Demonstrated experience developing messaging strategies, narrative frameworks, editorial guidance, or reusable content assets that support multi‑channel communications. Experience shaping communications for major campaigns, donor engagement initiatives, live events, executive communications, or enterprise storytelling moments. Strong background writing and editing high‑visibility communications across digital, print, presentation, live event, and executive‑facing formats. Experience translating complex organizational priorities into clear, audience‑centered messaging that supports engagement, trust, and action. Critical Qualities Eager commitment to IJM's Core Values: Christian, Professional and Bridge‑Building. Global and cultural awareness, with sensitivity to communicating across diverse audiences and contexts. Strong interpersonal skills and self‑awareness. Exceptional verbal and written communication. Flexible, collaborative, and eager to support others. Effective team player who fosters a collaborative environment. Adept at creative problem solving. Benefits Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits Retirement benefit options Paid leave starting at 23 days 12 holidays (plus early release the day prior) Daily, quarterly, and annual community spiritual formation Robust staff care resources EEO & Legal Statement IJM encourages people of any race, color, age, sex, marital status or political ideology to apply for employment. IJM is committed to building a diverse workforce through fair and equitable employment practices. IJM requires background checks, police clearance, and thorough review of references with an employment offer and/or employment contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr