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The International Food Information Council (IFIC) is committed to equal employment opportunity.  We do not unlawfully consider an individual's race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, age,  sex, personal appearance, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence or business, or any other protected category in any employment decision.  This policy governs all aspects of employment at IFIC, including hiring, assignments, promotions, compensation, associate benefits, associate discipline, and discharge and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Following are positions that are currently open with the International Food Information Council.

DIRECTOR, NUTRITION COMMUNICATION

The International Food Information Council (IFIC) is seeking an established professional with extensive knowledge and experience in communications and/or nutrition issues. The ideal candidate will be a high-energy team player, able to handle diverse facets of multiple programs and projects.

Responsibilities include the following consistent with IFIC’s Mission*:

• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate annual communications plan(s) to accomplish the goals and objectives associated with communicating nutrition and health issues
• Plan and direct qualitative and quantitative consumer and health professional research projects
• Track and interpret evolving nutrition science
• Analyze, assimilate, and articulate key food and nutrition information in the environment in order to increase the effectiveness of consumer messages
• Share consumer insights with key opinion leader groups and consumers through targeted distribution, educational programs, serving as an organizational spokesperson, and providing referrals to outside experts or organizations as appropriate
• Supervise other staff assigned to support programmatic activities, such that work is accomplished in a professional and timely manner
• Supervise the development, distribution, and promotion of print, Web-based, and broadcast materials
• Develop liaisons with governmental and third-party organizations
• Develop annual budget for programs and oversee all expenditures in accordance with budgetary allowances
• Develop and present accomplishments to Board of Directors and Board of Trustees
• Provide professional expertise/contacts to other IFIC staff and serve as a leader/mentor when necessary and appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned

Relevant Qualifications:

• Ten years plus experience, preferably corporate or non-profit, with a background in nutrition science (or registered dietitian), public health, and/or communications
• Skilled in public speaking and group facilitation
• Position located in Washington, DC

CONTACT: G. McCann (E-mail only. No phone calls please.)

*IFIC's mission is to communicate science-based information on food safety and nutrition to health and nutrition professionals, educators, journalists, government officials, and others providing information to consumers. IFIC is supported primarily by the broad-based food, beverage, and agricultural industries.