Business & Marketing Manager - Internship/Volunteering

The Business & Marketing Manager will play a pivotal role in strengthening the Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA) and the Infectious Disease Policy Journal (IDPJ) by leading business development, marketing, and brand visibility strategies. This cross-functional role will work closely with the Partnerships & Committees, Membership, Fundraising, and Communications teams to drive growth, expand engagement, and diversify revenue streams.

This position is ideal for a strategic and creative professional with expertise in marketing, stakeholder engagement, and business development who wants to have a meaningful impact on a global health organization.

Business Development & Revenue Growth

• Lead strategies to increase paid organizational memberships in IDA.
• Identify and pursue sponsorship, partnership, and service-based revenue opportunities.
• Support diversification of income streams, including event sponsorship packages, advertising in IDPJ, and fee-based services such as training or consulting.

Marketing & Brand Positioning

• Develop and implement integrated marketing campaigns for IDA initiatives, IDPJ publications, events, and coalitions.
• Ensure brand consistency and compelling messaging across all channels, including the website, newsletters, social media, and events.
• Oversee design and dissemination of promotional materials (print and digital).

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

• Work with the Partnerships & Committees team to package and promote coalition activities.
• Collaborate with the Membership department to refine value propositions and retention strategies.
• Support the Fundraising team with donor-focused communications and marketing materials.
• Partner with the Communications team to boost audience reach and engagement.

Market Intelligence & Strategy

• Conduct competitor and market analysis to inform IDA’s positioning and growth opportunities.
• Track and report on marketing KPIs and business development outcomes.
• Identify trends in global health, publishing, and NGO networks to inform campaigns.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related field (Master’s degree an asset).
• 5+ years’ experience in marketing, business development, or revenue growth in a nonprofit, NGO, or publishing context.
• Demonstrated success in membership growth, sponsorship acquisition, or brand expansion.

Skills:

• Strong strategic thinking, project management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools (e.g., Google Analytics, LinkedIn Ads, SEO, Mailchimp).
• Experience in partnership development and negotiation.
• Ability to produce engaging written and visual content.

Values:

• Commitment to equity, evidence-based communication, and global collaboration.
• Proactive, creative, and results-oriented approach.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, remote environment.

High-Impact Role: Directly shape the growth and visibility of IDA and IDPJ.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with leadership and multiple departments across global health initiatives.

Networking Opportunities: Engage with global health leaders, donors, and industry stakeholders.

Flexibility: Remote-friendly, adaptable schedule.

Impact: Help build a financially sustainable and globally recognized alliance in infectious diseases.

Submit your CV and a cover letter via our Careers Page - click Apply Now!

In your cover letter, highlight your experience in business development, marketing, and cross-department collaboration, and explain how you would contribute to IDA’s mission.

For questions, contact us at: hr@id-alliance.org

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage early submissions.