Chief Communications & Marketing Officer Job in Chicago, IL

Chief Communications & Marketing Officer

About the Company

Innovative nonprofit organization

Industry
Philanthropy

Type
Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief Communications and Marketing Officer (CCMO) to lead the strategic development and execution of innovative marketing and brand strategies. Key responsibilities for the CCMO include crafting and executing marketing strategies that engage external stakeholders, developing compelling messaging and storytelling campaigns, and overseeing the creation of influential marketing content. The role also involves leading digital marketing and public relations efforts, as well as driving results-focused marketing initiatives with a strong return on investment. The successful candidate will be a seasoned leader with a minimum of 10 years' experience in communications and marketing, and at least 5 years in a leadership role. The CCMO will be responsible for setting the strategic marketing direction, engaging key stakeholders, and enhancing the organization's brand. This role requires a creative and strategic thinker with a strong entrepreneurial mindset, exceptional communication skills, and a deep commitment to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading thought leadership initiatives, challenging norms, and driving positive change in employment opportunity equity. The candidate should be adept at market expansion, educational marketing, and research-driven marketing, and be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of employment equity issues and the challenges faced by immigrant and refugee professionals. The CCMO will work closely with the President and CEO, ensuring that the organization's messaging is widely resonant and aligned with its goals, and will be at the forefront of driving transformative change in the employment landscape for the target professional communities.

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Less than 10%

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