Director, Communications and Marketing

Vital Voices Global Partnership is looking for a Director, Communications and Marketing. This role will lead the development and execution of an integrated communications and marketing strategy to expand Vital Voices' global brand, audience, and impact in alignment with 2030 goals.

The Director will oversee content across all channels, including media, digital campaigns, email marketing, and events, working cross-functionally to support Development, Events, and Programmatic teams.

• Own and optimize the Vital Voices' newsletter and email marketing strategy, including lifecycle campaigns such as donor journeys, event promotions, and newsletter growth
• Further define and refine the voice of Vital Voices while incorporating the stories of network leaders into content
• Build innovative partnerships with prominent leaders, corporations, campaigns and individuals to expand brand awareness
• Collaborate with the Events and Development teams to maximize the impact and reach of both VVHQ and external events
• Build and optimize marketing funnels that support fundraising, events and programmatic goals
• Support digital fundraising and donor acquisition strategies in collaboration with the Development team
• Build and manage multi-channel campaign calendars aligned with organizational priorities
• Establish KPIs and use analytics tools to track and evaluate campaign performance
• Ghost write for Vital Voices leaders & network leaders and pitch pieces to press and media
• Curate and manage the podcast series, including selecting topics, scheduling speakers, and ensuring high-quality production
• Produce and manage the Vital Voices Live Podcast
• Strengthen earned media efforts through strategic press releases, media outreach, and journalist/influencer relationships
• Lead content marketing strategy, ensuring alignment across email, social, and web to support audience growth
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, plus 8-12 years of relevant work experience required
• Strong demonstrated experience in global women's issues, refugee issues, and human rights strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience writing nuanced press releases, op-eds, newsletters/blogs, speeches, and organizational statements
• Demonstrated experience leading digital marketing campaigns with an understanding of analytics and performance
• Previous experience managing CRM systems and campaign tools and platforms
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English
• Experience managing communications channels surrounding global issues with diverse audiences
• Ability to prioritize tasks, swiftly shift priorities, and work in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team
• Strong computer skills including MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), social networking tools, and database software (Salesforce)
• Additional experience with Canva, Meltwater, Mailchimp, and other communications software preferred
• Experience working cross-functionally to support key objectives

To apply for this role, please use the application form on the link below.