Communications Officer

Employment Type: Permanent, Full time

Location: Ottawa, Canada – Temporarily Remote

Deadline for submission: February 17, 2022

About us

At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference.

Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 400 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.

Know our team

Nutrition International’s External Relations (ER) unit is a diverse team of dedicated professionals responsible for the development and implementation of advocacy and communications priorities across the organization. The unit leads, coordinates and supports global government relations, global advocacy and business development with institutional donors, as well as media relations, corporate and digital communications, and the Nutrition International brand. The ER unit works closely with other teams across the organization to grow and diversify resources for Nutrition International’s global strategy and Investment Case, drive thought leadership, and grow global support for nutrition, and Nutrition International. Members of the ER team are located in Nutrition International’s Headquarters in Ottawa, Canada as well as our Asia and Africa Regional Offices. Nutrition International is currently seeking applications for a Communications Officer to be based in Ottawa, Canada.

About you

You have a bachelor’s degree or a diploma in communications, journalism, video production or similar field. You have 4 or more years of experience in communications, social media, writing, storytelling, marketing or a related job. You are someone who has excellent research and writing skills including the ability to identify and parse storytelling opportunities from technical show_content. You are experienced in working with Agorapulse or other social media management platform.

About the role

In this role you will:

• Manage Nutrition International’s social media presence. This includes planning, developing and sharing show_content (in collaboration with the team), monitoring platforms, keeping abreast of new trends, and identifying opportunities to engage as well as potential issues.
• Manage day-to-day media outreach efforts. This includes conducting daily media monitoring, lead pitching to various media outlets, and triaging interview requests (including identification of spokespeople, scheduling and development of briefing documents).
• Support our teams of technical experts in their communications needs and proactively identifying opportunities to promote their work.

What we offer

A competitive market pay, health and dental benefits, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays), flexible work hours, and temporary remote work (we are anticipating a hybrid return to the office plan). We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.

Selected candidates must have current legal entitlement to work in Canada (Permanent Residency, current Work Permit, Citizenship, USMCA eligibility or other reciprocal trade agreement). We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.

For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Job Description.