Director, Marketing & Communications

District of Columbia, USA (Hybrid)

$120K/yr – $130K/yrDirector/Executive10+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive strategic MarCom leadership for a mission-driven org, turning priorities into executable plans and coordinating cross-functional campaigns while building a high-performing team.

  • Own day-to-day MarCom execution across campaigns, content, digital and communications
  • Must-have: 10–15 years in marketing communications
  • Standout: Experience building and leading a high-performing MarCom team

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Translate strategic priorities into clear, executable marketing communications plans
  • Partner with the VP to own day-to-day execution across campaigns, content, digital and communications
  • Bring structure, process and momentum to a fast-moving, multi-stakeholder environment
  • Lead and develop a high-performing marketing communications team
  • Manage vendors (PR, marketing, design, web, etc.)
  • Balance priorities, assign work and ensure project management and processes are followed
  • Build a culture of ownership, mentorship, collaboration and continuous improvement
  • Ensure consistent, high-quality brand expression across all channels
  • Oversee development of compelling content aligned to audience needs
  • Partner with leadership to translate complex ideas into accessible, engaging narratives

Requirements

  • Approximately 10–15 years of experience in marketing communications
  • Experience managing teams and working cross-functionally
  • Strong background in digital marketing, content and communications (PR, social, outreach)
  • Demonstrated ability to execute campaigns and initiatives from concept to completion
  • Experience with marketing project management and workflow systems
  • Excellent writing, editing and messaging skills
  • Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred

  • Experience in nonprofit, association or mission-driven organizations good to have, but not required
  • We are intentionally open to candidates from corporate, agency or other backgrounds who bring strong execution, creativity and leadership