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Director of Communications

Job in McLean, Fairfax County, Virginia, USA
Listing for: The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA)
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-27
Job specializations:
  • Marketing / Advertising / PR
    PR / Communications, Marketing Communications
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 125000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The International Food service Distributors Association (IFDA) is seeking a seasoned Director of Communications to lead external communications, media relations, and advocacy messaging for the association.

Reporting to the VP, Marketing & Communications, this role serves as IFDA’s primary media liaison and works closely with senior leadership—including the President & CEO and SVP of Government & Public Affairs—to elevate IFDA’s profile and advance policy priorities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as IFDA’s primary media contact and spokesperson
  • Develop and execute media relations and public affairs strategies
  • Pitch stories, manage press inquiries, and coordinate interviews
  • Write press releases, op-eds, statements, and thought leadership content
  • Support advocacy and government affairs communications
  • Translate complex policy issues into clear, compelling messages
  • Measure communications impact and manage issues/crisis communications
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, political science, or related field
  • 7+ years of progressive communications experience, including Capitol Hill or trade association/advocacy work
  • Strong Beltway/Washington, DC media and public affairs experience
  • Exceptional writing and media relations skills
  • Understanding of legislative and regulatory processes
Preferred
  • Food service, distribution, or supply chain industry experience
  • Familiarity with Cision One, PR Newswire, Hub Spot
  • Experience managing press at industry events
  • Minimal travel (up to 10%)

Join IFDA and help shape the national conversation around the food service distribution industry.

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