Vice President of Strategic Communications Corus International
The OrganizationCorus International is a global social impact organization with primary US offices in Washington DC and Baltimore, Maryland. Established on January 1, 2020, through the merger of Lutheran World Relief and IMA World Health, the organization brings together nearly 150 years of combined expertise in public health, sustainable development, and emergency response. Drawing on the 80‑year legacy of Lutheran World Relief and the 65‑year history of IMA World Health, Corus operates across Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East, supporting vulnerable communities through a holistic approach that addresses interconnected challenges in health, economic security, climate resilience, and humanitarian need.
Corus functions as a parent organization to a diverse family of nonprofit and social enterprise entities—including Lutheran World Relief, IMA World Health, CGA Technologies, Ground Up Investing, and LWR Farmers Market Coffee—allowing it to pair traditional development programming with market‑based solutions and technological innovation. This integrated structure enables Corus to work across public health systems, agriculture and economic development, digital solutions for humanitarian operations, and impact investing, creating an ecosystem of tools that support long‑term community resilience. Guided by a faith‑rooted ethos centered on dignity and justice, the organization partners closely with local nonprofits, governments, community leaders, and private‑sector actors to design solutions that are both sustainable and community‑owned.
A defining feature of Corus International is its commitment to systemic, cross‑sector innovation, exemplified by its Integrated One Health Approach. This framework recognizes the interdependence of human, animal, and environmental health, tackling infectious disease threats and health vulnerabilities through early‑warning surveillance technologies, biosecurity training, solar‑powered telehealth systems, and livelihood programs designed to reduce risk and strengthen community well‑being. Across its global footprint, Corus also responds to humanitarian crises—such as conflict in Ukraine, instability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and climate‑driven emergencies—while remaining engaged long after immediate needs subside to support local recovery and strengthen resilience against future shocks.
Today, Corus continues to expand its impact through deep partnerships and community‑driven strategies. By integrating expertise in global health, economic empowerment, climate adaptation, and disaster response, the organization works to break cycles of poverty and help communities build healthier, more stable, and more prosperous futures. Through this combination of faith‑based values, technical excellence, and global collaboration, Corus International positions itself as a leading force in the effort to improve lives in the world’s most fragile and underserved places.
Our PurposeWe believe our purpose is ending extreme poverty everywhere, for everyone. To move out of poverty, Corus believes that everyone needs access to five fundamentals: a place that is a safe and with a sustainable environment; good health through protection from disease and access to healthcare services; knowledge, education and access to modern technologies; income through the ability to earn money and trade; and enough quality food and clean, fresh water to ensure good nutrition.
Millions living in the world’s toughest and most unforgiving circumstances do not have these fundamentals they need to survive, much less thrive but Corus as a family, fights poverty along with partners by identifying and addressing challenges and problems inhibiting individuals, families and communities to not just escape extreme poverty but thrive.
Pillars of Work
Our Vision of Change & ValuesCorus’ vision of change is based on the principle that the best path to long term sustainable impact is through co-creating solutions in partnership. We support and collaborate on locally-driven, locally-owned and locally-sustained solutions by working in partnership at various levels – with communities, local and national government agencies, for-profit companies, not-for-profit organizations, faith-based groups, and multi-lateral, global bodies.
Guided by our core values – we are agile and move at the speed of change to disrupt and challenge convention through innovation. We find strength in the interconnected nature of Corus’ family, drawing on strong partnerships to address complex problems with inclusive approaches. We believe that diversity of thought and our different experiences make us stronger and our impact even greater.
The Opportunity Position: Vice President of Strategic Communications Location: Washington, D.C.Reporting Relationship: President & Chief Executive OfficerWebsite: https://corusinternational.org/
Purpose of the PositionCorus seeks a visionary, strategic, and highly collaborative Vice President of Strategic Communications to elevate the organization’s global reputation and advance its mission by integrating communications and fundraising into a cohesive, high‑impact external engagement strategy. This executive will serve as the chief architect of Corus’ external voice—shaping and managing the public image of the organization and its President & CEO, amplifying our thought leadership, and positioning Corus as an influential, trusted global development and humanitarian actor.
Sitting at the critical intersection of communications, brand reputation, and revenue generation, the Vice President will partner closely with fundraising, program, and executive leadership to design and execute innovative, donor‑centered communication strategies that expand visibility, deepen engagement, and drive philanthropic growth. The leader in this role will oversee a high-performing team responsible for global media relations, digital and social strategy, storytelling, executive communications, issues management, and creative content development—ensuring Corus’ narrative is compelling, consistent, and aligned with organizational priorities.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Planning
Executive Brand & Media Relations
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Fundraising & Donor Communications
Content Development & Brand Management
Communications & Marketing Direct Reports
The Vice President, Strategic Communications directly oversees the following leaders:
In addition to the above direct reports, twelve Corus International staff sit underneath the Vice President of Strategic Communications indirectly.
The Candidate Experience and Professional QualificationsCorus International seeks a strategic, visionary, and mission‑driven communications leader who embodies the organization’s commitment to ending poverty, improving health, and building resilient communities across the globe. The ideal candidate will bring progressive senior‑level experience in complex international nonprofits, humanitarian or development organizations, global health institutions, or similarly multifaceted environments. They will possess deep expertise in external communications, international media relations, digital strategy, executive visibility, and donor‑focused storytelling, with a demonstrated ability to elevate an institution’s reputation on the global stage. This individual will be an innovative strategist who understands the intersections of communications, fundraising, and organizational influence—capable of crafting narratives that inspire partners, donors, and global audiences. They will bring the leadership presence, cultural fluency, and collaborative mindset necessary to position Corus and its President & CEO as authoritative voices in global development, while guiding a high‑performing team in advancing the organization’s mission and strategic priorities.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience leading communication strategies within complex international contexts—skilled in managing global media, strengthening institutional credibility, crafting persuasive fundraising and campaign messages, and positioning executives as influential voices on issues such as global health, economic empowerment, humanitarian response, and climate resilience. This individual will demonstrate exceptional judgment, cultural fluency, and the ability to guide teams in navigating fast‑moving global issues. Above all, the Vice President will be a dynamic leader who inspires creativity and excellence, builds strong internal and external partnerships, and translates Corus’ mission and impact into stories that move people to action.
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