Director of Marketing & Communications for Nonprofit Impact

Community-Foundation-of-the-Fox-River-Valley; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley seeks a Director of Marketing and Communications. This role will lead marketing, public relations, and communications to advance the foundation’s mission across the Fox River Valley.

The position reports to the President & CEO and collaborates with staff, board, and donors to craft stories, manage campaigns, and produce timely communications across print, digital, and events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in marketing/communications or related field.
• Highly organized and creative with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 and data tracking.
• Proficient in WordPress and other content management systems; experience updating web content.
• Graphic design experience with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator.
• Experience in digital marketing and familiarity with social media tools like Hootsuite.
• Strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Adaptable to a growing organization and focus on process improvement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take initiative on new projects.
• Team player with a customer-service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Market services and programs by developing and implementing marketing and advertising campaigns.
• Identify key target markets with Foundation staff.
• Track data on campaign effectiveness and donor engagement.
• Prepare marketing reports and summarize data to show impact.
• Produce promotional materials and gifts for constituents and program recipients.
• Create and manage an annual marketing calendar.

Skills

5+ years exp

Highly organized

Outstanding communication

MS Office 365

WordPress

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Digital marketing

Hootsuite

Project management

Process improvement

Fast-paced work

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley seeks a Director of Marketing and Communications. This role will lead marketing, public relations, and communications to advance the foundation’s mission across the Fox River Valley.

The position reports to the President & CEO and collaborates with staff, board, and donors to craft stories, manage campaigns, and produce timely communications across print, digital, and events.