Strategic VP, Marketing & Communications (Remote‑Friendly)

The Union League of Philadelphia

Phoenixville (Chester County)

Remote

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with discretionary/

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to lead in a growing 501(c

Compensated time off for required eve/

Direct access to executive leadership

Job summary

Founding Forward seeks a proven Marketing and Communications leader to strengthen its institutional voice, expand awareness, and drive participation and philanthropic support. Reporting to the CEO, this VP shapes integrated campaigns and manages PR, digital, and print, collaborating with Advancement, Engagement, and Programs to align priorities and budget with measurable success.

As a senior leader, you will partner with The Union League’s marketing team and report to the CEO, guiding brand

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience.
“At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in marketing and communications, including leadership of brand, strategy, and staff.”
“Proven ability to develop and execute integrated communications and marketing strategies across digital, print, media, social, and other channels.”
“Exceptional writing, editing, messaging, and storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with varied audiences.”
“Strong understanding of brand management, audience development, digital marketing, public relations, content strategy, and social media.”
“Experience designing or leading marketing support for multiple internal clients or divisions, ideally within a shared services, matrix, or enterprise model.”
“Demonstrated results translating organizational priorities into marketing and communications strategies that increase awareness, attract and engage priority audiences, and support participation or revenue growth.”
“Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to establish priorities, manage multiple initiatives, and empower a team to execute effectively.”
“Collaborative approach and demonstrated ability to work effectively with a CEO, executive leadership, and colleagues across departments.”
“Sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to represent Founding Forward credibly with donors, educators, partners, media, and other internal and external stakeholders.”
“Genuine interest in Founding Forward’s mission and the ability to communicate effectively about American history, civic education, and engaged citizenship.”
“Experience managing departmental budgets and directing external agencies, creative partners, and vendors to deliver effective work with available resources.”

Responsibilities

Lead brand positioning and develop an integrated marketing strategy to support growth and regional/national reach.
Serve as strategic advisor to CEO on communications, messaging, and brand risk.
Develop and manage annual marketing plan with budgets and measurable objectives; report progress to leadership.
Oversee brand messaging, voice, and visual identity across channels and stakeholders.
Lead PR and media strategy to raise Founding Forward’s visibility in civic education.
Guide executive and institutional communications including leadership remarks and crisis messaging.
Partner with Education and senior leadership to create thought leadership opportunities and speaking engagements.
Own marketing activities across digital and print media, collateral, and social channels.
Provide Shared Services marketing to Advancements, Engagement, and Programs.
Lead a small team initially, with growth as needs evolve and manage external partners.