2025 Marketing and Communications Manager
Fully Remote Communications
Job Type
Full-time
Description


OVERVIEW 

The Marketing and Communications Manager will support the Managing Director of Communications in developing and executing strategic marketing initiatives that amplify Third Sector's mission and impact. This role involves content development and planning and managing media, marketing, and communications efforts across multiple channels, ensuring consistency in messaging and supporting Third Sector's commitment to equity and systemic change.


JOB SUMMARY

The Marketing and Communications Manager will play a key role in shaping and executing marketing and communications initiatives that build Third Sector's brand and communicate our impact. This role involves copywriting and editing, managing media outreach, and cross-departmental, cross-functional marketing efforts, all while fostering collaboration across internal teams to support our mission of driving systemic social change. 


RESPONSIBILITIES 

The following are the key responsibilities of the Marketing and Communications Manager, designed to support strategic marketing and enhance Third Sector's communication and brand presence: 

  • Content Development: Create marketing and promotional materials such as fact sheets, brochures, case studies, and presentations. Produce multimedia content to support organizational storytelling.
  • Develop and Implement Marketing Strategies: Collaborate with the Managing Director of Communications to create integrated marketing campaigns that promote Third Sector's mission, work, and brand. Develop targeted marketing plans across multiple channels.
  • Copywriting and Messaging: Write, edit, and proofread materials for accuracy, tone, and consistency, ensuring that messaging is clear, engaging, and reflective of Third Sector's values. Ensure all content follows branding guidelines and resonates with target audiences.
  • Media Relations: Manage media outreach and relationships, including drafting press releases, op-eds, and editorial board memos. Build and maintain relationships with media contacts, monitor media coverage, and seek opportunities to elevate Third Sector's brand through strategic media placements.
  • Strategic Communications: Collaborate with the Managing Director of Communications to develop multi-channel marketing campaigns that promote Third Sector's work and amplify its mission. Design and implement initiatives that use storytelling to drive engagement and demonstrate the impact of our consulting work.
  • Event Promotion: Support event planning and execution by developing marketing strategies for organizational events, conferences, and campaigns. Partner with internal teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging across all events.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with the Partnerships and Project Development team and other internal stakeholders to align marketing initiatives with organizational priorities. Coordinate with executive spokespeople to amplify partner stories and project impact.
  • Project Management: Oversee marketing projects from concept to completion, ensuring that deadlines are met and that all materials are consistent with Third Sector's branding and messaging guidelines.
  • Vendor and Consultant Management: Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, and consultants involved in marketing and media activities. Ensure that all third-party efforts align with Third Sector's marketing strategy and quality standards.

Note: This listing represents the majority of day-to-day responsibilities in this role, but other duties may be assigned as needed. 

Requirements


EXPERIENCE 

We seek a candidate with at least six years of professional experience in marketing, communications, or a related field. Ideal experience includes:

  • Strategic Communication: Strong understanding of messaging strategy and audience engagement, particularly in a consulting or mission-driven organization. Proven ability to craft narratives that align with organizational objectives and drive impact.
  • Copywriting and Editing: Significant experience writing and editing content, with a strong focus on producing engaging, persuasive, and audience-specific materials. Ability to distill complex information into accessible and impactful messaging.
  • Multi-Channel Marketing: Experience in developing and executing integrated marketing campaigns across multiple channels, including digital, print, and media.
  • Media Relations: Demonstrated experience managing media relations, including building relationships with media contacts, drafting press releases, and tracking media coverage.
  • Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail. Experience working with vendors, consultants, and media contacts to execute marketing plans.
  • Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing campaign metrics, interpreting data, and using insights to optimize future marketing efforts.
  • Communication and Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence stakeholders.

VALUES AND COMPETENCIES

Our team of 60 team members is united by our mission and commitment to becoming an anti-racist organization. We have been working to acknowledge, understand, and dismantle the White dominant structures we uphold internally and with our partners. We are identifying and implementing strategies to change our organizational culture and external relationships, including creating space for both multi-racial and affinity-based conversations about our journey and the work ahead. 


All team members rely on a competency model rooted in our core values of Results, Racial Equity, Relationships, Respect, and Reflection to steer our growth and evaluate our performance. For the Marketing and Communications role, the highlighted competencies—Communication, Planning and Execution, Data Analysis, and Relationship Building—are emphasized for their crucial role in framing behaviors required for success in the role.


The Marketing and Communications Manager  must be proficient in the following competencies: 

  • Communication: Strategically uses various methods of communication to plainly convey messages to internal and external teams. Creates and maintains spaces for sharing and listening. Supports teams by compassionately navigating difficult interpersonal conversations. Actively listens, engages, and consistently seeks understanding across diverse perspectives. Participates willingly and effectively in challenging conversations with minimal guidance.
  • Planning and Execution: Establishes a clear approach for developing content, managing projects, and engaging all stakeholders inclusively. Aligns and is accountable for deliverables, actions, and timelines to achieve project objectives. Manages internal and external expectations in anticipation of workflow changes and their impact on individuals.
  • Data Analysis:  Synthesizes relevant qualitative and quantitative data insights clearly to make informed decisions with teams that advance project objectives and outcomes.  
  • Relationship Building: Strengthens internal relationships with team members across the organization. Builds and strengthens collaborative relationships with external partners.  
Salary Description
$91,900 - $112,500