Communications Director

Communications Director

Idaho Freedom Foundation

Boise,

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Founded in 2009, the Idaho Freedom Foundation (IFF) is a nonprofit whose mission is to advance individual liberty, free‑market principles, and limited government through research, education, and advocacy. We believe Idaho can be a national model for conservative governance, and we work to make that vision a reality by holding lawmakers accountable, engaging citizens, and equipping leaders with the tools to defend freedom.

Our team is passionate, principled, and focused on delivering bold, transformational change—not just incremental reform. Whether through exposing government waste, promoting school choice, or advancing tax and regulatory reform, IFF remains a leading voice for liberty in the Gem State.

The Communications Director participates in meetings each week to present engagement statistics, review current advertising performance, and preview upcoming publications. This person works closely with the entire IFF team on policy issues, articles, events, strategy, development, and more. Collaboration is central to this position.

The ideal candidate is a quick thinker, fast worker, and professional in the field of communications who enjoys a fast pace and variety of responsibilities.

The Communications Director will report to the President and is expected to work in the IFF offices in downtown Boise.

This is a full‑time position requiring flexibility for evening and weekend events, as well as some work in and around the Idaho state capitol building. Reliable transportation, professionalism, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to the cause of liberty are essential to success in this position.

• Oversee and execute the organization’s daily communications strategy across email, social media, digital publishing, events, articles, videos, and multimedia platforms

• Lead all social media efforts, ensuring active and strategic engagement across platforms.
• Post daily content on IFF's multiple social media accounts
• Respond to local media stories and political posts
• Promote IFF articles and other organizational content

• Manage a consistent email schedule, drafting and sending multiple emails each week
• Ability to produce and conduct online petitions is a plus

• Writing, editing, video production, and graphic design in order to maximize visibility and audience engagement.
• Create compelling content
• Write and speak with knowledge and understanding of Idaho policy issues
• Managing live video broadcasts abilities a plus

• 2+ years of experience in communications, marketing, or another relevant field
• Competent in social media, video production, email lists, and petition management
• Exceptional writing and communication skills
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented with a strong sense of follow‑through
• Alignment with and passion for the mission and values of the Idaho Freedom Foundation

The projected salary range for this role is $65,000 – $70,000 per year. Compensation is based on the successful candidate’s educational background, experience, and skills.

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

• Cover letter including:
  • An introductory paragraph(s) describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to IFF’s mission and how you came to those beliefs. Be sure to include at least one specific issue or policy area that resonates with you.
• Salary requirements
• Resume

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talent market.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.

Questions can be directed to Katy Gambella, Director of Outreach at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: katy.

There is no Final date to receive applications for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.

While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.

Talent Market is a nonprofit entity dedicated to promoting liberty by helping free‑market nonprofits identify talent for critical roles. We provide consulting and recruiting services at no cost to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation.