Job Number:
HC-04392
Date Posted:
April 3, 2026
Position Title:
Director, Communications
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
International Franchise Association (IFA)
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
The International Franchise Association is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or any other category prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination. IFA is committed to achieving an inclusive, diverse workforce that values every individual. We firmly believe that hiring individuals with varying perspectives and backgrounds contributes to our success as an organization, and we strive to create an environment that fosters inclusiveness.
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The Director, Communications is responsible for executing and supporting the day-to-day internal and external communications strategy and tactics for the International Franchise Association.Media relations, member communications, social media strategy and content, new media, executive positioning, development of materials, and advising on messaging.Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, political science, or related field preferred. Minimum 6–8 years’ experience in political communications, public affairs, or media relations/advocacy.
Responsibilities:
• Production and editing of wide-ranging communications materials
• Drive communications strategy to support organizational priorities and promotion of the franchise business model
• Build and maintain relationships with members of the media
• Draft and oversee various IFA communications channels
• Lead on executive communications and positioning
• Stay apprised of media and social media trends
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, political science, or related field
• Minimum 6–8 years’ experience in political communications, public affairs, or media relations/advocacy
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in media relations with a proven track record of established media contacts and results
Instructions:
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Other:
Equal opportunity employer. and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or any other category prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
