Responsibilities

• Manage the Marketing, Communications, Editorial, and Digital teams (currently 12), and any vendors related to these functions.
• In close consultation with the Executive Director and/or Deputy Executive Director, develop and drive the core marketing, communications, and digital strategies.
• Drive a national narrative shift about clean energy - especially solar - to highlight its local benefits and popularity.
• Uplift SUN’s profile through brand recognition, thought leadership, and impact-driven storytelling to position SUN as THE go-to NGO nationally for solar owners.
• Cultivate relationships with institutional communications funders through meetings, event gatherings, and monthly Funder Updates.
• In deep partnership with program areas, develop and implement marketing, communications, editorial, and digital initiatives and campaigns to help the program areas best achieve their goals.
• Standardize communications, decision-making authority, and process while ensuring accountability for staff.
• Develop a culture of data-driven decision-making and create space for innovation and long-term thinking.
• Develop narrative strategies for communicating complex energy issues to build a movement of solar supporters.
• Guide a proactive earned media approach that keeps SUN in the news locally and nationally.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in marketing OR communications, with meaningful experience or knowledge of marketing, communications, and digital platforms.
• At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role.
• Experience leading issue-based marketing, communications, or digital initiatives with a demonstrated track record of significant campaign successes.
• Strong people management skills and a genuine passion for leading a team. Able to help the team set goals, define roles, and prioritize growth and development.
• Track record of data-driven decision making.
• Demonstrated experience managing and tracking large operating budgets.
• High emotional intelligence and strong collaborative spirit.
• Ability to manage a remote team and work effectively across departments.
• Experience hiring and managing external firms to provide additional capacity and/or expertise when needed.
• Ability to learn and communicate about complex and technical topics

Benefits

• - Health insurance 401(k) retirement plan with match after 1 year
• - Professional development
• - Generous holiday leave
• - Generous wellness and family leave
• - Flexible work hours
• - Remote options