Now Hiring! Communications SpecialistLocation: Hollywood, FL 33021Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 9:00AM – 5:00PM
What’s In It for You:

• Compensation: $70,000 – 80,000 annually
• 100% organization paid health insurance
• 403B Matched Retirement Plan
• Organization Paid Time Off
• Hybrid work environment

Job Summary: The Communications Specialist is responsible for preparing compelling, inspiring communication materials focused on DRI research and fundraising efforts. The candidate should be able to understand complex scientific information and possess strong research, writing, and editing skills. He/she should also possess expertise in presenting complex topics in an easy-to-understand way, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills. The right candidate must communicate a sincere passion for our mission, working to create donor-centric messaging and collateral materials.This role reports to the Senior Director of Marketing and Communications.
What You’ll Do:

• Working collaboratively with the Development Team and scientific staff to ensure accurate messaging and adherence to best practices.
• Identifying and creating research focused video content for the organization’s various digital assets.
• Manage workflow and serves as writer for the DRI – conducts research/interviews to develop and write spotlights, news stories, media releases, research highlights, etc.
• Interviewing DRI faculty and preparing scientific information, statistics, and data for proposals and reports for individual, foundation and corporate donors in a manner that is faithful to the scientific objectives while easily understandable in lay language.
• Writing and maintaining up to date research and fundraising/philanthropy focused content for the DRI/F website, e-newsletters and other related channels.
• Writing research focused content for DRIF print and digital communications (including the Annual Report, DRI Focus and DRI Financial Focus newsletters, DRI Insider e-news) articulating the scientific research strategy and the various initiatives and funding impact for a lay audience.
• Work with the DRI scientific staff in coordinating timely progress reports on funded research through DRIF Foundation donations.
• Collaborate with the philanthropy and development team on story ideas focused on DRI research advances, journal publications, etc for donor and stewardship communication.
• Track research related information relevant to the Philanthropy Team and provide the department with written materials necessary for fundraising and donor stewardship.
• Other responsibilities, as may be assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, science or related field of study required
• 5+ years of demonstrated success in a writing-centric role; direct experience in philanthropy preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Detail-oriented
• Proficient writing, copy-editing and proofing skills required
• Ability to work both independently without close oversight, but also a team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside the Foundation
• High energy and passion for DRIF’s mission
• Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Passion, humility, integrity, positive attitude, and self-directed

What’s a Plus:

• Knowledge or experience in UX, WordPress, and graphic design a plus
• Working knowledge of industry best practices, standards, and ethics
• Exceptional organizational, communications, computer and writing skills

DRIF is an equal opportunity employer
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Who We Are? https://www.diabetesresearch.org/
Founded in 1971 by a group of parents of children with diabetes, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) is the organization of choice for those who are serious, passionate, and committed to curing diabetes. Its mission—to provide the Diabetes Research Institute with the funding necessary to cure diabetes now—is a testament to the belief that tomorrow is not soon enough to cure those living with diabetes.
The Diabetes Research Institute is one of the largest and most comprehensive research centers dedicated to developing a biological cure for diabetes by restoring natural insulin production and normalizing blood sugar levels without imposing other risks. The Institute has become the world leader it is today through the substantial funding provided by the DRI Foundation. Since 1971, the Foundation has provided nearly $250M in philanthropic resources to support the critical research of the DRI and is recognized as one of the world's most respected diabetes organizations. Garnering the attention of influential people who are personally affected by diabetes, the Foundation has grown into an international coalition of business leaders, celebrities, scientists, clinicians, families, and other concerned individuals who have elevated the importance of cure-focused research and provided meaningful support for the DRI's multidisciplinary research program. This funding is provided through individual and corporate donations, special events, sponsorships, cause marketing relationships and planned giving.
DRIF Core Values:
While employed at the DRIF, it is critical to believe, adhere to, and demonstrate a meaningful commitment to DRIF’s core values, which are:
Communication: Working collaboratively to exhibit transparency and clarity at all times.
Dedication and Perseverance: Remaining dedicated to the mission of the DRIF and leading by example.
Diversity and Inclusion: Creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Empathy: Displaying understanding, compassion and responsiveness to our colleagues and donors.
Respect: Recognizing that everyone’s view matters and has value.
Trust: Maintaining integrity and confidentiality while being a reliable source.

Flexible work from home options available.