IDF Communications Officer
Help tell the story of global dairy
The International Dairy Federation (IDF) is seeking a creative, curious and digitally savvy Communications Officer to help communicate the science, expertise and impact of the global dairy sector.
Working closely with the Communications Manager and colleagues across the organization, you will create compelling content, support major international events, strengthen member engagement, and help ensure that IDF's science-based work reaches the audiences that matter most.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys writing, storytelling, digital communications, and translating complex information into content that informs, engages and inspires. The role also offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of emerging communication trends, including AI-driven search and content discoverability.
What you'll do
- Create content for websites, newsletters, reports, social media, videos and communication campaigns.
- Translate scientific and technical information into engaging and accessible stories.
- Support promotion and coverage of IDF events, webinars and international meetings.
- Strengthen member engagement through targeted communications and storytelling.
- Maintain and update the IDF website and digital channels.
- Support AEO, AI discoverability and digital visibility initiatives.
- Monitor communication performance and identify opportunities to improve reach and impact.
- Help ensure a consistent IDF voice, brand and visual identity across all platforms.
- Explore new tools, technologies and creative approaches to communication.
About you
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills.
- Ability to turn complex information into clear, audience-friendly content.
- Experience with digital communications and social media.
- Familiarity with WordPress or similar content management systems.
- Interest in emerging technologies, AI and digital communication trends.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working in an international and multicultural environment.
- Additional languages are an asset.
What we offer
- The opportunity to work at the heart of the global dairy sector.
- A dynamic international environment with stakeholders from around the world.
- Meaningful work that helps communicate science-based knowledge and supports sustainable food systems.
- Opportunities to travel and support major international events.
Creative Application Challenge
Instead of a traditional cover letter, we'd love to see how you communicate. Please submit:
1. A LinkedIn post based on the attached background material.
2. A 300-word article for an IDF newsletter.
3. A short explanation (max. 250 words) describing how you would improve the content's visibility in search engines and AI-generated answers.
4. One creative idea for a visual, infographic, carousel or short video to accompany the content.
This challenge is designed to showcase your creativity, writing skills and ability to communicate complex information effectively based on this: Factsheet of the IDF N°49/2026: Understanding lactose: From digestion to health outcomes – FIL-IDF
Please send your response to [email protected], with links or attachments. Please put your full name and IDF Communications Office in the subject line.
Pay: €2.350,00 - €2.500,00 per month
Benefits:
- Company computer
- Company phone
- Eco vouchers
- Food allowance
- Hospitalization insurance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
