Chief Marketing & Communications Officer

Winston-Salem, NC (Hybrid)

$90K/yr – $100K/yrSenior Level10+ years expFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own a comprehensive marketing and communications function for a nonprofit, shaping strategy, brand integrity, and multi-channel execution while driving events, media relations, donor communications, and crisis response.

  • Strategic Marketing & Communications: develop and execute integrated plans across digital, print, social, and PR.
  • Media & Public Affairs: build relationships, serve as spokesperson, and manage external agencies.
  • Events & Convenings: plan and execute major events with attendance, revenue, and impact goals.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
  • Ensure clear, consistent messaging that positions United Way as a trusted community leader and catalyst for change.
  • Serve as primary media contact and organizational spokesperson, as needed.
  • Uphold brand integrity across all platforms and communications.
  • Lead integrated marketing campaigns across digital, print, social media, and public relations channels.
  • Develop core messaging and personally produce high-impact content, including donor communications, speeches, press materials and campaign assets.
  • Direct and manage external PR and creative partners to ensure high-quality, on-brand execution.
  • Oversee organizational communications channels, including website, email marketing, and social media.
  • Build and maintain media relationships to enhance visibility and coverage.
  • Lead development of the annual report and key marketing materials.
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United Way

3.7 Glassdoor

Whenever there is a need in our communities, United Way is there. We bring a comprehensive approach to every challenge, actively listening and responding to local needs. Our global reach across tens of thousands of communities means we can share innovations and scale impact to improve lives around the world. From strengthening local resilience to advancing health, youth opportunity, and financial security, we’re mobilizing communities to action so all can thrive. Join us! #UnitedIsThe Way

Alexandria, Virginia, USA
3K employees (172 in marketing)
60% recommend to a friend
69% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
226.6K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$27.3K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
42.4%
Direct
44.8%
Referral
8.5%
Social
2.7%
Paid
1.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~3K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
146 (5% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
7

Funding

Last Raise
Grant, 3 months ago

Funding History

  • Dec 2025
    Grant
  • Oct 2024
    Grant

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