Communications Manager

GARDP Foundation is a not-for-profit global health organization driven to protect people from the rise and spread of drug-resistant infections, one of the biggest threats to us all. By forging the public and private partnerships that matter, we develop and make accessible antibiotic treatments for people who need them.

About the role

This is a 10-month maternity cover position, starting on December 1, 2025.

The primary objective of the Communications Manager position is to help raise the profile of GARDP, its R&D portfolio and position GARDP in the AMR landscape. S/he will participate in developing the annual GARDP communications plan in an integrated way within the overall GARDP action plan.

S/he will propose and help lead implementation of communications strategies for GARDP, both institutionally and programmatically by drafting content, liaising with media and building GARDP’s digital presence across social media channels.

S/he will support stakeholder engagement, including mapping audiences, identifying and supporting delivery of opportunities for strategic engagement across key issues and external opportunities.

S/he will play a leading role as a key member of the GARDP External Affairs team and work closely with colleagues across the organization.

Together with the Head of Communications and other members of the team, s/he delivers communication plans for R&D programmes and across the organization that strengthens GARDP’s brand and reputation. This includes:

• Developing content, leveraging R&D milestones as news hooks, and building awareness of disease impact ensuring content is consistent, accurate and timely

• Undertaking multiple varied writing/editing tasks to support production of corporate publications including factsheets, press releases, brochures, annual reports, case studies, policy papers, and quarterly newsletters, and slides

• Organizing field or partner visits for content collection, managing external vendors, timelines and budgets

• Supporting promotion of scientific articles

• Managing interactions with the media

• Working with agencies to develop and implement campaigns and PR strategies in line with GARDP’s communications strategy

• Ensuring GARDP messages and themes are regularly featured on social media channels in accordance with social media strategy, working closely with the Digital Communications Senior Officer

• Providing council to teams in relation to media, reputation and external environment

• Ensuring all content adheres to GARDP guidelines in terms of consent, rights of use, logo use and validation

• Developing content and materials that directly supports fundraising efforts

• Working closely with Policy Advocacy team to ensure GARDP is present, visible and active in the political AMR space, and included in high-level political discussions

Other tasks

• Work closely with the Head of Communications on other communications tasks including the development of the annual communications plan

Others

• Travel requirements: 20%

Qualification and Competencies

Qualifications

·       Strong writing/editing skills in developing corporate communications content

·       Relevant post-graduate degree.

·       Minimum 8 years' relevant experience working in global health communications, in which at least 5 years at senior officer level or equivalent.

·       Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and matrix structure

·       Understanding of and commitment to global health, medical innovation, scientific research, and access to medicines issues

·       Experience working internationally and coordinating network of collaborators

·       Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and matrix structure

·       Experience drafting text for web and social media, knowledge of all social platforms

·       Knowledge of Wordpress, Adobe Photoshop, Canva, photography and video (also editing tools)

GARDP Leadership Competencies

·       Integrity : Leads by example with strong ethics and fairness in decision-making.

·       Communication : Communicates with clarity and empathy across levels and functions.

·       Assertiveness : Advocates for the team and organization with confidence and respect.

·       Agility : Responds rapidly to change while maintaining focus and supporting others.

Candidates must reflect and promote the organization`s core values and behaviours:

·       Integrity: Act with transparency and ethics.

·       Inclusivity: Promote equal opportunity and diverse participation.

·       Teamwork: Champion collaboration.

·       Courage: Embrace innovation.

·       Excellence: Pursue high standards.

·       People-Centered: Value human dignity and stakeholder engagement.