Manager, Communications

International Justice Mission•Virginia - Hybrid, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,200 professionals are at work 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. We believe that the way we work is as important as the results we achieve. We provide professional excellence with joy and celebration to all those we serve. The Need For over 25 years, IJM has pioneered the 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 very large populations of people living in poverty. As we grow to expand our impact to protect 500 million people from violence, we are seeking a Manager, Communications to develop messaging strategies, communications delivery systems, and repeatable frameworks that enable IJM to deliver consistent, high‑impact messaging for mass audiences across global markets. This position is hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) if located in the Washington, DC area or remote for non‑local candidates. It reports to the Global Director, Marketing Communications and is only available for candidates with the right to work in the US.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field
Seven or more years of experience in marketing communications, content strategy, copywriting, or brand messaging, including experience developing messaging for multi‑channel campaigns
Two or more years of experience leading content strategy, managing a communications team, or overseeing a communications delivery model or content ecosystem
Excellent writing and editorial skills, with proven experience developing messaging frameworks, narrative structures, or content strategies used across organizations
Experience translating complex subject matter into clear, audience‑relevant messaging across global contexts preferred
Experience using content performance insights, testing approaches, and emerging tools, including AI‑enabled writing technologies, to improve communication effectiveness

Nice To Haves

Eager commitment to IJM’s Core Values: Christian, Professional, and Bridge‑Building
Systems‑oriented thinker who can identify gaps and design scalable communications solutions
Strong leadership presence with the ability to coach, influence, and align contributors across functions
High attention to detail with disciplined execution and prioritization skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Global and cultural awareness with sensitivity to diverse audiences and contexts
Collaborative, flexible, and eager to support others
Creative problem‑solver who applies insight‑driven thinking to advance mission impact

Responsibilities

Operationalize IJM’s global marketing communications strategy by translating organizational priorities into clear, audience‑relevant messaging across campaigns, channels, and markets
Manage day‑to‑day workflow of the writing team, prioritizing projects and assigning work aligned to global strategy and organizational priorities
Provide strategic direction, editorial oversight, and coaching to strengthen message clarity, audience relevance, and persuasive effectiveness
Design and manage a structured communications delivery model that improves speed, consistency, and quality through effective intake processes, workflow prioritization, and messaging alignment
Develop and maintain global messaging frameworks, editorial standards, and reusable content assets that strengthen brand coherence across initiatives
Lead development and refinement of messaging across digital, social, print, presentation, and live experience formats
Identify gaps in messaging clarity, brand alignment, and communications execution and develop plans to address those gaps through frameworks, assets, and process improvements
Maintain shared messaging resources, including stewardship of the Global Communications SharePoint hub as a system of record
Apply audience insights, engagement performance data, and test‑and‑learn methodologies to refine messaging strategies and improve effectiveness over time
Coach writers and cross‑functional partners on audience‑centered communication principles, ethical use of AI‑enabled writing tools, and disciplined content development practices
Participation in IJM’s community of spiritual formation