Global Director Communications & Corporate Affairs

The role

As Global Director Communications & Corporate affairs, you will have the opportunity to design an organization-wide strategy to heighten IDH’s brand recognition and profile among (e.g.) international C-suite circles of companies, governments, investors, funders and media. IDH’s new brand identity, to be launched over Q3 and Q4 of 2022 is leading. The positioning of IDH as a collaborative change agent is critical to the success of the organization and the impact IDH strives to achieve. As an organization that transforms markets, this role will need to build and create a communication strategy that supports the creation of impact, outing people, planet and progress at the heart of trade.

Next to this you will manage a team building a strong brand identity through the entire organization. You will need to determine the channels, the mix and method of content and the cadence at which we can tell the broad IDH story and her impact themes, Better Jobs, Better Incomes and a Better Environment with Gender Equality as a cross cutting theme. You will also need to lead the development of a corporate communication team with proficiency-based profiles, while developing their positioning in and outside the organization.

As Global Director Communications & Corporate Affairs you will directly report to the CEO. You will work closely with our management team and are part of our global leadership team to define a communication strategy that is joined up with our roadmap to achieve IDH’s organizational goals.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Increase the visibility and status of IDH among public and private C-suite target audiences in and outside of the IDH partner network to increase the appetite to engage and invest in IDH.
• Support the roll out and development of IDH’s brand identity while upholding its strategic and impartial “behind the scenes” position.
• Further develop and use the IDH communication strategy to increase IDH’s impact, by creating the right leverage with external partners based on IDH new narrative and positioning.
• Positioning and growing the profiles of a seasoned team of marketing, communication and brand professionals in the corporate communication team
• Launch a new web platform, sharing the new IDH story in a compelling way, whilst delivering on needs of countries and IDH driven initiatives.
• Engagement and positioning of the press and other media related partners.
• Create an internal communication strategy and deliver on this.
• Provide guidance and advice to IDH leadership and communication staff, fuelled by the new strong brand proposition and messaging.
• Managing the corporate and wider communications team across IDH.
• Ensure the IDH values Inclusivity, Integrity and Courage are carried throughout the organization in cooperation with the HR department.
• Work with the International Partnerships and Fundraising team to ensure good communication and positioning with our funders.
• Play a leading role in the organization of events on our impact themes being Better Jobs, Better Incomes, Better Environment and Gender.

Who you are

We are seeking an ambitious, innovative, and inclusive leader with senior communications experience in a (large) organisation and who is comfortable operating in a fast paced and complex environment. Bringing energy and insight, you will ensure that opportunities are identified to promote IDH’s work and to develop and uphold our brand and reputation as leading change agent.

You have a passion for, but not necessarily a background in, sustainable trade and development. You do have an understanding of relevant thematic topics, such as value chain sustainability, agri-commodities, natural resource management, gender and international policymaking. Next to that you also have a good understanding of public and parliamentary debates and the sensitivities around international trade and sustainable production.

As we are seeking a high-calibre individual with extensive experience of media engagement, you will apply knowledge and networks, speaking on behalf of the Directors and the organization. You have experience of producing targeted and relevant promotional material from concept to execution and dissemination. Highly developed skills in public relations, media management and outreach are essential. As Director Communication and Engagement, you are a strong communicator and stakeholder manager on all levels of the organisation, with the ability to engage and influence on a senior leadership level.

What you bring

• A proven track record (15+ years) in international communications experience in a strategic and leadership position in a public or private organization
• Demonstrated success in rolling out an organization-wide communication and brand strategy for a public or private sector organization
• Experience in change management and a vision to help IDH grow and thrive.
• Experience in working with a global and multi-cultural team, located at different country offices around the world
• You are fluent in English, and preferably in Dutch, both in writing and verbally
• Knowledge of a third language (Spanish or French) would be an advantage
• Master’s degree in communications, marketing, international relations or a related discipline

Who we are

IDH puts people, planet, and progress at the heart of trade by leveraging the power of markets to create better jobs, better incomes, a better environment, and gender equity for all. To catalyze change at scale, IDH innovates, convenes, and invests in inclusive and sustainable solutions that enable businesses to create value for people and planet, while improving their own performance. To create the greatest impact in the shortest amount of time, IDH focuses on empowering people within corporations the global financial sector and governments that have the most influence over value chains.

Headquartered in the Netherlands, IDH has around 380 employees globally, operating in 20 landscapes and 12 commodities and sourcing regions with over 1000 public and private partners. In 13 years of operation, IDH has generated over 390 M in private sector investment and support for new business models that create better jobs, better incomes, a better environment, and gender equity for all.

IDH’s work is made possible because of the funding and trust of a variety of public and private donors, among which the Governments of Netherlands, Denmark, and Switzerland private foundations.

What we offer

IDH offers a challenging position within an enthusiastic and passionate team. As an IDH team member you can contribute to positive global change. For more information about IDH, please visit www.idhtrade.org.

This is a full-time position. We offer a gross monthly salary between 6.000,- and 7.500 (based on 40 hours per week) depending on your seniority and skills, and solid fringe benefits, including a good pension scheme.

This position is preferably based in the Netherlands. Candidates should be EU nationals or have a valid working permit for the Netherlands/Europe.

HOW TO APPLY:

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