Manager, Communications

International Justice Mission•Columbia, VA

54d•Hybrid

About The Position

International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking a Communications Manager, Global Marketing & Communications to lead marketing communications and live event messaging for IJM’s major and principal donor initiatives. This role serves as a communications lead for in-person events, marketing campaigns, and recruitment journeys. Working across major and principal donor fundraising and marketing teams, the Communications Manager develops integrated messaging strategies and creates compelling content for digital, print, event, and donor-facing communications. The role also supports event scripting, donor communications, and multichannel marketing initiatives while maintaining messaging frameworks and reusable content assets that strengthen brand consistency across IJM’s global functions. 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, English, Nonprofit Management, or a related field
8-10 years of experience in marketing communications, campaign communications, donor communications, or related fields
Demonstrated experience developing messaging strategies, narrative frameworks, editorial guidance, and reusable content assets for multi-channel communications
Strong background writing and editing high-visibility communications across live events, digital platforms, print materials, and donor engagement channels
Experience translating complex organizational priorities into clear, audience-centered messaging that inspires engagement, trust, and action
Proven ability to develop communications strategies and coordinate integrated marketing communications initiatives
Strong understanding of major and principal donor communications, fundraising messaging, and audience engagement principles
Demonstrated excellence in writing, editing, storytelling, and strategic communications
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders without direct supervisory authority

Nice To Haves

Writing portfolio encouraged upon application
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 collaborative environment
Adept at creative problem solving

Responsibilities

Write messaging strategies and content for major donor events, campaign initiatives, executive scripting, donor communications, and organizational storytelling moments
Shape stage narratives, speaker messaging, presentations, and donor communications for major donor engagement events
Develop and operationalize global marketing communications strategies aligned to IJM’s Brand Platform for major donor events, campaigns, and executive engagement opportunities
Lead content strategies that strengthen brand coherence and drive measurable audience reach, trust, and engagement
Coordinate messaging across digital, print, presentation, stage, and donor-facing channels to create cohesive audience experiences
Develop and maintain scalable messaging frameworks, narrative guidance, and reusable content assets that support consistent communications globally
Provide strategic communication counsel, editorial leadership, and coaching to cross-functional teams and contributors
Lead working sessions that strengthen messaging concepts, audience relevance, and communication effectiveness
Foster adoption of brand standards, shared messaging frameworks, and source-of-truth content resources
Promote responsible use of emerging technologies, including AI-enabled writing tools, to improve communication effectiveness and efficiency
Participation in IJM’s community of spiritual formation