Job Description

About IISD
The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is an award-winning independent think tank working to accelerate solutions for a stable climate, sustainable resource management, and fair economies. Our work inspires better decisions and sparks meaningful action to help people and the planet thrive. IISD's staff of more than 300 experts come from across the globe and from many disciplines. With offices in Winnipeg, Geneva, Ottawa, and Toronto, our work affects lives in nearly 100 countries.
About the IGF
The Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF) supports more than 80 member countries committed to leveraging mining for sustainable development while limiting its negative impacts. We work with governments to optimize the benefits of mining to advance sustainable development, including through policy guidance, capacity building, and dialogue. A key moment each year is the IGF Annual General Meeting (AGM), where governments, industry, and civil society come together to share knowledge and shape the future of sustainable mining.
About the Position
We are seeking a Senior Communications Officer to lead communications for the IGF Mining Team. This is a pivotal role that combines strategic communications, brand positioning, media outreach, digital engagement, and event communications. The role is critical in amplifying IGF's voice globally, shaping narratives on mining and sustainable development, and ensuring that the Forum's work resonates with governments, industry, media, civil society, and the wider public. The Senior Communications Officer will also support IGF's flagship event--the AGM. The successful candidate will make complex policy issues accessible to global audiences, strengthen engagement with IGF's member states and partners, highlight the impact of funders' support, and help IGF stand out in a crowded space.
The Senior Communications Officer will supervise junior staff and collaborate closely with IISD's Communications team. This role requires excellent organizational skills, strong writing and editing ability, experience with digital media, and familiarity with member-based organizations or multilateral processes.
Responsibilities
Strategic Communications and Leadership

• Develop and implement strategic communications plans for IGF projects, reports, and events, including the AGM.
• Serve as a communications advisor to IGF senior staff, providing guidance on messaging and outreach to ensure clarity, impact, and resonance with diverse audiences.
• Supervise junior staff, including setting objectives and conducting performance reviews.
• Ensure brand coherence and compliance across all IGF materials and platforms.

Content Development and Outreach

• Produce and edit compelling and high-quality written and digital content (press releases, articles, newsletters, social media posts, videos, infographics) for expert and non-expert audiences.
• Maintain and update IGF webpages (WordPress/Drupal), ensuring content is timely and accurate.
• Oversee development of visual and multimedia products, coordinating with consultants and IISD's design team as needed.
• Support IGF staff in communicating research and policy messages effectively, including through media training and social media coaching.

Media and Public Engagement

• Cultivate and manage relationships with journalists and influencers to secure coverage of IGF initiatives in target geographies.
• Draft, edit, and disseminate press releases, media briefings, and pitches; track and analyze media coverage to refine strategies.
• Ensure IGF social media channels are timely, engaging, and targeted, reporting regularly on reach and performance.
• Organize and promote webinars, workshops, and especially the IGF AGM, ensuring effective outreach, onsite communications, and post-event follow-up.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Use analytics tools (Google Analytics, Agility PR, social platform insights) to monitor and report on performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Develop high-quality donor and impact reports that clearly demonstrate IGF's achievements, outcomes, and value for funders.

Other Duties

• Stay current on best practices in communications and share insights to strengthen IGF and IISD approaches.
• Provide support on emerging needs and opportunities as directed by the IGF Director and the Economic Law and Policy Senior Communications Manager.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, public relations, public policy, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience in communications, journalism, or public relations, ideally related to international policy or sustainable development.
• Bilingual English/French. Excellent English and French verbal and written communication skills; Spanish an asset.
• Proven experience managing communications for international, member-based, or multilateral organizations.
• Strong experience with digital platforms, including content management systems (WordPress or Drupal), analytics tools, and social media management.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, manage, and deliver communications strategies around large international events.
• Experience supervising or managing junior staff.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; able to juggle multiple priorities under tight timelines.
• Familiarity with issues related to mining, natural resources, or sustainable development is an asset.

Location: Hybrid, Canada; where IISD has offices ( Ottawa, Toronto or Winnipeg) Remote locations will be considered for qualified candidates. Germany, Portugal or United Kingdom.
Type of Employment: Full-time
Salary:
Canada: CAD 62,000 - 78,000
Germany: EUR 57,000 - 67,000
Portugal: EUR 48,000 - 57,000
UK: GBP 43,000 - 50,000
Contract Start Date: ASAP
Deadline for Receiving Applications: October 10, 2025, 4PM CST
Application Procedure
Applications will only be accepted through Bamboo HR.

• A CV (no longer than two pages)
• A one-page letter of motivation

(optional)
Only those candidates we wish to interview will be contacted. Resumes will be kept on file for one year.
IISD is committed to fostering a more equitable and sustainable world and welcomes candidates who uphold our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. In addition, to correct the conditions of social injustice and disadvantage in employment around the world, we encourage candidates from historically marginalized groups, including women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds, and those who identify themselves as 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply for this position. Preference will be given to the equity-deserving groups during the hiring process. We offer reasonable accommodations in our recruitment process and seek applicants' advice on how best to accommodate their needs. Please self-identify and answer our employment equity questionnaire on our applicant tracking system when you apply.
IISD does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, colour, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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