Director, Field Marketing and Communication

Philadelphia, PA (On-site)

$105K/yr – $110K/yrDirector/Executive7+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the market’s integrated communications program, translating national strategy into local campaigns, media, and digital activation that raise visibility and drive engagement.

  • Market Communications Leadership: Develop and execute a cohesive plan aligned with national strategy and measure impact.
  • Media Relations & Brand Ambassadorship: Build local media relationships and represent the Association externally.
  • Digital & Campaign Execution: Oversee local content, social channels, and cross-channel campaigns to engage diverse audiences.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications plan to support the Association’s goals in the priority market, aligning with the organization’s national strategic plan.
  • Provide counsel to local leadership and staff on integrated marketing and communications strategies for mission and fundraising initiatives.
  • Lead local media relations efforts, building relationships with media and securing earned media coverage to elevate visibility of the Association’s work and impact.
  • Oversee market-level digital and social media strategy, ensuring consistent, engaging content that promotes the full mission and resonates with diverse audiences.
  • Support and activate local marketing campaigns based on national templates across paid, owned, and earned channels to drive constituent engagement and revenue.
  • Manage development of local materials (collateral, newsletters, advertising, web content) that adhere to brand standards and key messaging.
  • Collaborate with national and regional MarComm colleagues to ensure consistency, share best practices, and optimize resources for maximum impact.
  • Monitor and evaluate performance of marketing and communications efforts through data and analytics to measure effectiveness and inform strategy.
  • Serve as a brand ambassador and spokesperson when appropriate, representing the Association in the community and with external partners.
  • Recruit, train, and empower volunteers to serve as spokespersons and community advocates, amplifying the organization’s visibility and impact within the priority market.
  • Ensure inclusive and culturally responsive communications, reflecting the Association’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all outreach efforts.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or related field.
  • 7–10 years of experience in marketing and communications, with demonstrated success managing integrated strategies.
  • Strong media relations experience and familiarity with the local media landscape.
  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong writing, storytelling, and presentation skills.
  • Experience using analytics to inform communications strategies.
  • Ability/willingness to travel across territory, including some evenings and weekends (up to 30%). Travel by car with the possibility of occasionally travelling by air.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally as needed.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate organizational goals into actionable communication strategies.
  • Skilled in developing compelling, mission-driven messaging and creative campaigns.
  • Adept at building relationships with diverse stakeholders, including media, partners, volunteers, and donors.
  • Proficient in digital and social media marketing best practices.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable.
  • Committed to upholding the Alzheimer’s Association’s values, ethics, and commitment to equity and inclusion.

Preferred

  • Experience leading communications efforts within a major market or large metropolitan area preferred.
  • Experience working in nonprofit, healthcare, or public health organizations is a plus.

Benefits

  • comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing.
  • They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan.
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Alzheimer's Association®

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The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia®. Visit www.alz.org or call 800.272.3900.

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