About the International AIDS Society
The International AIDS Society (IAS) convenes, educates and advocates for a world in which HIV no longer presents a threat to public health and individual well-being.
After the emergence of HIV and AIDS, concerned scientists created the IAS to bring together experts from across the world and disciplines to promote a concerted HIV response.
Today, the IAS and its members unite scientists, policy makers and activists to galvanize the scientific response, build global solidarity and enhance human dignity for all those living with and affected by HIV.
The IAS is also the steward of the world's most prestigious HIV conferences: the International AIDS Conference, the IAS Conference on HIV Science, and the HIV Research for Prevention Conference.
About this role
You will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the Executive Director. The IAS offers the possibility of working from the legal residence for up to 11 days per month for Swiss-based employees. The position is open-ended and full-time to start as soon as possible.
Main Responsibilities
* Develop and execute a communications and marketing strategy that reflects the IAS's priorities and brand across conferences, programmes, advocacy, and member engagement.
* Work collaboratively across the organization to ensure responsiveness to different communication needs and clarity and consistency in messaging.
* Monitor developments in science and policy areas relevant to the IAS, flag opportunities and needs for IAS positioning, and identify appropriate angles and tactics.
* Leverage IAS leadership as key spokespeople on IAS priorities and in reactive messaging, and advise leadership on any communication issues that arise.
* Nurture, build and influence relationships with journalists, media outlets and other notable public figures to identify and seize opportunities, acting as IAS spokesperson as appropriate.
* Cultivate relationships and collaborate with other public health professionals and organizations to amplify the reach and impact of IAS communications.
Requirements
* A degree in communications, public relations, journalism, international relations, public policy, health communications or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
* At least 8 years' experience in a similar role, including in global health and the HIV field, spanning corporate communication, event marketing and crisis communication.
* Established networks in HIV and global health communications across partner organizations and media.
* Track record in leading effective teams.
Skills/competencies
* Deep understanding of issues and actors in the HIV response, including an appreciation of the scientific dimensions of the challenge and the importance of media in influencing knowledge about and responses to HIV.
* A talent and passion for writing to convey complex messages, including the ability to shape messaging for different audiences and IAS spokespeople.
* Strong people management and interpersonal skills, and the ability to motivate commitment and excellence in colleagues and partners.
* Excellent project and budget management skills.
We encourage applications from diverse candidates
The IAS promotes a flexible and collaborative workplace that encourages employees to grow their skills and competencies.
The IAS is committed to ensuring a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of our work.
To help us achieve this, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates who share the IAS values, regardless of their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, HIV status, race, national origin, cultural or ethnic background, disability, religion, or age.