Marketing Communications Manager at Simons Foundation | New York, USA | $95K/yr – $115K/yr

Simons Foundation

Marketing Communications Manager

New York, USA (On-site)

$95K/yr – $115K/yrMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead end-to-end multi-channel marketing campaigns to advance the foundation’s funding, research, and career opportunities, coordinating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Own end-to-end multi-channel campaigns (email, web, social, paid, events) with clear goals and KPIs.
Must-have: track record of leading multi-channel campaigns with measurable outcomes.
Standout: cross-functional collaboration with senior stakeholders and diverse teams.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end strategy and execution of integrated marketing campaigns across email, web, social media, paid channels, and events in consultation with the SVP of External Relations
Translate program priorities and research initiatives into integrated marketing plans with clear goals, timelines, and measurable KPIs
Drive visibility and engagement for funding, research, and career development opportunities, ensuring they reach and resonate with the right audiences
Serve as a strategic partner to program and grants leadership, advising on positioning, messaging, and go-to-market approaches
Develop audience segmentation and targeting strategies to effectively reach researchers, institutions, and key stakeholders
Design audience journeys that drive engagement and action (e.g., funding applications, event participation)
Ensure consistency and alignment of messaging across channels and touchpoints
Partner with editorial, digital, and creative teams to develop content, storytelling and multimedia assets that support campaign objectives
Guide the creation of materials that communicate opportunities clearly and provide value to applicants
Ensure all outputs reflect the foundation’s voice and make complex scientific information accessible
Implement testing and optimization strategies to improve campaign performance and reach
Lead integrated marketing for events such as webinars, symposia, and workshops, including promotion and follow-up
Manage workflows, timelines, and campaign calendars, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-quality work

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 5 years of experience in integrated marketing, communications, or related roles within philanthropy, academia, healthcare, government, or other mission-driven organizations
Demonstrated experience leading multi-channel marketing strategies and campaigns with measurable outcomes
Experience working with complex or technical subject matter and translating it into effective audience-facing communications
Proven ability to partner with senior stakeholders and manage cross-functional initiatives
Strong understanding of audience segmentation, lifecycle marketing, and campaign optimization
Excellent writing and editorial judgment
Proficiency with marketing technologies (email platforms, CRM systems, analytics tools)
Strong project management and organizational skills

Preferred

Advanced degree or relevant experience in a scientific or research-focused environment is a plus

Simons Foundation

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The Simons Foundation’s mission is to advance the frontiers of research in mathematics and the basic sciences.Since its founding in 1994 by Jim and Marilyn Simons, the foundation has been a champion of basic science through grant funding, support for research and public engagement. We believe in asking big questions and providing sustained support to researchers working to unravel the mysteries of the universe.The Simons Foundation makes grants in four areas: Mathematics & Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Autism & Neuroscience, and Science, Society & Culture.Our Flatiron Institute was opened in 2016 and conducts scientific research in-house, supporting teams of top computational scientists.

Founded in 1994

New York, New York, USA

521 employees (35 in marketing)

www.simonsfoundation.org

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