Responsibilities

• Communications & Marketing
• - Develop and oversee implementation of a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy encompassing messaging, branding, distribution channels, digital and traditional media, and audience engagement.
• - Establish systems and tools to ensure consistent branding, voice, and quality control across all external communications.
• - Drive the development and execution of integrated marketing plans, aligned with programmatic priorities and outcomes, in collaboration with program leaders.
• - Develop and produce high-quality materials across channels, including agency communications, program materials, impact reports, website content, email marketing, social media, digital advertising, media materials, and emerging platforms.
• - Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communications and marketing efforts; analyze performance metrics and return on investment to refine strategies, identify trends, and optimize campaigns.
• - Initiate marketing strategies to enhance client and stakeholder engagement.
• - Oversee marketing and communications support for special events, including event promotion, messaging, collateral, digital content, and related materials.
• Community Engagement & Partnerships
• - Collaborate with the Chief Program Officer to oversee the design and implementation of a comprehensive community outreach plan in alignment with strategic plan goals.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of demonstrated experience in communications, marketing, or external affairs, preferably within a nonprofit environment.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience, including direct management of staff, external consultants, and budgets.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in communications, marketing, business, nonprofit management, or a related field, desired.
• Strong leadership and team development skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment.
• Success in cultivating partnerships and serving as a public representative of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, recruit, and manage external consultants and vendors.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in CRM and digital marketing technologies to support strategic outreach and engagement.
• Proficient in Canva or equivalent graphic design platform.
• Ability to regularly travel locally for meetings and events and work occasional evenings and weekends; valid CA driver’s license and insurance.

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) employer contribution
• paid sick leave
• paid time off (PTO)
• holidays
• hybrid telework work option (after a 90-day introductory period)