Head of Communications & Events Marketing (Hybrid)

Chicago Foundation for Women; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Foundation for Women is seeking a Director of Communications & Events Marketing to lead our communications strategy, public relations, and marketing efforts. You will collaborate with the President/CEO and teams, serving as a spokesperson to the media and donors.

The role covers content development, campaigns, event marketing, and budget management, with a hybrid work pattern and occasional travel. A track record in communications and leadership, plus experience with WordPress and

Qualifications

• Minimum six years of professional experience in communications, PR, or related fields.
• Proven earned media experience across print, radio, TV, and online.
• Excellent managerial and organizational abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as organizational spokesperson across diverse audiences including media, donors, grantees, and government officials.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with WordPress and Blackbaud OnlineExpress preferred.

Responsibilities

• Amplify the Foundation’s reputation in the Chicago region and nationally.
• Design and execute annual public relations plan with a proactive media calendar.
• Serve as primary staff liaison for PR consultants and manage workloads.
• Grow relationships with news media for proactive coverage and media sponsorships.
• Lead fundraising messaging and support the Capital Campaign branding.
• Oversee content development for annual report and donor communications.
• Hire, train, and supervise the Communications and Special Events team.
• Develop and manage annual Communications and Marketing budgets.

Skills

Communications

Media relations

Public speaking

Written communication

Project management

Leadership

Tools

WordPress

Blackbaud OnlineExpress

Job description

Chicago Foundation for Women is seeking a Director of Communications & Events Marketing to lead our communications strategy, public relations, and marketing efforts. You will collaborate with the President/CEO and teams, serving as a spokesperson to the media and donors.

The role covers content development, campaigns, event marketing, and budget management, with a hybrid work pattern and occasional travel. A track record in communications and leadership, plus experience with WordPress and