Communications Officer

Communications Officer - Remote (Worldwide)

The International Society of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy (ISAC) is seeking a motivated Communications Officer to join their team on a part-time, temporary basis (0.6 FTE for 12 months). This is a remote position, open to candidates worldwide.

ISAC is a learned society and a UK-registered charity dedicated to advancing antimicrobial chemotherapy through education, publications, and events. Following a recent strategy review, ISAC is looking to enhance its communication efforts and has created this opportunity to support key strategic objectives.

Reporting to the ISAC CEO, you will work within a supportive team environment. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the growth and engagement of an international society.

Key Responsibilities

• Member Society Engagement:
  • Collaborate with the Member Society Engagement Group to achieve strategic goals.
  • Initiate contact with ISAC's 107 Member Societies, updating contact details and gathering relevant information.
  • Foster dialogue with Member Societies and gather information on their activities.
  • Develop and distribute regular newsletters and updates to Member Societies.
  • Create a template for Member Societies to provide updated information.
  • Proactively track Member Society AGMs and key meetings to ensure timely information updates.
  • Conduct membership surveys as needed.
  • Engage with members through online channels, including social media, websites, and online journals.
• Industry Liaison:
  • Support the Industry Liaison Group in achieving its strategic objectives.
  • Maintain and update ISAC's industry database, identifying new commercial companies to include.
  • Assist in developing a strategy to increase commercial support for ISAC and its biennial conference.
  • Identify key prospects, develop tailored approaches, and facilitate discussions and negotiations.
  • Maintain relationships with corporate partners and supporters.
  • Ensure fulfillment of contracts and appropriate representation at events.
• Communications Strategy & Content Creation:
  • Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to operationalize ISAC's Communication Strategy.
  • Manage and populate ISAC's social media accounts.
  • Contribute to the redesign of ISAC's website, providing recommendations on usability and content.
  • Act as webmaster, updating website content as required, particularly for Member Societies, Scientific and Educational Meetings, and Archives sections.
  • Design, construct, and disseminate a regular newsletter.
  • Establish internal communication and reporting structures.
  • Develop an external communications plan, including a strategy for the newsletter.
  • Maintain a database of email addresses, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
• General Support:
  • Provide cover for the CEO and Executive Officer as required.

Requirements

• Degree level education.
• Essential previous experience in a communications role.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with a professional and business-oriented style.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse nationalities, disciplines, and backgrounds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), content management systems, and social media platforms.
• Ability to learn new tasks and adapt to challenges quickly.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work from home as ISAC does not have office premises.
• Willingness to travel to meetings, including to the CEO's base in Aberdeen, UK.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working in international organizations.
• Previous experience working with a professional society or with pharmaceutical/diagnostic companies.

What We Offer

• A part-time, temporary contract (0.6 FTE, 12 months).
• Fully remote working arrangement.
• The opportunity to make a significant contribution to an established international society.
• Salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

How to Apply

To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to secretariat@ISAC.world by June 30, 2026.

For any enquiries, please contact Dr. Fiona MacKenzie, CEO.