Director, Marketing and Advancement

Irvine, CA (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableSenior LevelFull time

Posted 4 months ago

Job Summary

Drive Catalyst's marketing and external communications to grow enrollment, engagement, and fundraising impact across divisions.

  • Own development and execution of integrated marketing strategies that boost program enrollment and participation.
  • Must-have: 7+ years in marketing/communications with leadership and cross-functional experience.
  • Standout: Senior stewardship of brand identity and external messaging across campaigns and platforms.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of Catalyst marketing strategies that drive program enrollment, participation, and revenue growth
  • Align marketing efforts across divisions to support enrollment goals, program visibility, and community engagement
  • Use data, market insights, and performance metrics to guide decision-making, optimize campaigns, and improve enrollment outcomes
  • Ensure marketing priorities, timelines, and resources are aligned with organizational growth objectives
  • Serve as the organization’s senior steward of brand identity, messaging, and external communications across all Divisions
  • Establish and maintain a clear, consistent organizational narrative that reflects Catalyst’s mission and impact
  • Provide final oversight of external messaging across digital platforms, media, campaigns, and publications
  • Guide communications strategies that strengthen visibility, engagement, and program enrollment
  • Oversee crisis and reputation management in coordination with executive leadership
  • Partner with program leadership to align marketing strategies with enrollment targets, program needs, and community demand

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Nonprofit Management, or related field
  • Minimum 7–10 years of experience in marketing, communications, fundraising, or related external engagement roles
  • 7+ years of experience supervising staff and guiding cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated experience leading integrated strategies across marketing and communications functions

Preferred

  • Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Nonprofit Management, or related field
  • Experience working within nonprofit, education, or community-based organizations
  • Experience integrating storytelling, marketing, and fundraising strategies

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement plan and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Personal Health Advocate
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
  • Commuter pre-tax benefit
  • Discounted childcare
  • Access to the Calm app
  • Tickets at Work employee discounts

Director, Marketing and Advancement

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