Director, Marketing and Communications

Job Identification

• Job Title:                          Director, Marketing and Communications
• Department:                   Marketing and Communications      
• Reports to:                      Vice President, Marketing and Communications
• Location:                         Alexandria, VA
• Grade:                             21
• FLSA Status:                    Exempt

Statement of Purpose: The Director, Marketing and Communications is accountable for the development and direction of media strategies and communications plans to ensure all communications are fully aligned with the strategic positioning of the organization. He/She is actively engaged with the vice president, marketing and communications and the company’s executive vice president in the planning and execution of the organization’s comprehensive communications and marketing strategy. He/She supports strategic planning, execution and content management for NIB’s corporate meetings and conferences including two large national events.

Business Communications       

Employees in Other Divisions                                                Continually

Supervisory Personnel                                                           Continually

Associated Agency Personnel                                                Continually

SourceAmerica                                                                       Frequently

U.S. AbilityOne Commission                                                  Frequently

Responsibility for the Work of Others

The Director, Marketing and Communications, will direct and manage the performance of the Program Director, Communications, and Branding and Packaging Manager. The position will also play a significant role in the oversight of outside public relations firms, podcast and video production companies, websites, social media agencies, freelance writers and publishing agencies, and other communications and marketing consultants. The position will also contribute significantly to the onboarding and management of marketing and advertising agencies as needed.

Education

BA/BS degree in journalism, public relations, communications, marketing or relevant discipline from a regionally accredited university or college or other related field or equivalent experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable.

Training and Specialized Knowledge

• A strong, dynamic leadership style, assertive and with the ability to motivate and collaborate with individuals from cross functional groups. 
• A strong team player, and effective communicator facilitating collaboration between departments.
• Excellent time management skills to coordinate various tasks and ensure priorities are addressed promptly.
• Strong organizational skills and multitasking abilities are essential with paramount attention to detail to ensure accuracy in communication, documentation, and marketing collateral.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage mu