Marketing & Communications Director

Marketing & Communications Director

The Center for Children & Families is seeking a dynamic Marketing & Communications Director to lead the execution of the agency’s marketing and communications strategy, brand stewardship, messaging, referral development, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement across all geographic markets served by the agency. The Director will collaboratively execute a unified, data‑driven strategy that tells the story of The Center in a powerful way, increasing organizational visibility, cultivating community partnerships, fueling donor engagement and retention, inspiring volunteerism, expanding service referrals, and deepening community trust.

This role leads and develops a team of dedicated, talented marketing staff to accomplish the organization’s goals and mission.

Base pay range: $65,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

Status: Full‑Time Employee (Exempt)

Office

Location:

Monroe, LA

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Revised: November 24, 2025

Application Window: December 12, 2025 – January 12, 2026 (desired start date January 31, 2026)

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, business, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Three or more years of leadership responsibilities in marketing, communications, or brand management, preferably within nonprofit, human services, or mission‑driven organizations.
• Three or more years of supervisory experience managing teams, volunteers, and/or projects.
• Comprehensive portfolio of social media content, graphic design projects, and digital communications (video and podcasts preferred).
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Adobe, Customer Relationship Management software, and AI tools (preferred).

• Proven record of leading marketing efforts, content creation, fundraising, and public relations.
• Successful experience with outreach strategies and building relationships with community organizations, businesses, schools, universities, churches, and local leaders.
• Proven ability to organize events, manage projects/campaigns, and work collaboratively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including collaboration, adaptability, and high personal ownership.
• Exceptional proficiency in public speaking with an ability to engage various audiences (in‑person and via teleconference) to inspire toward a direct call to action.
• Excellent writing skills with a strong ability to create persuasive messaging and content.
• Innovative and creative content creator skilled in graphic design, presentation, and storytelling.
• Effective management competencies and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and timelines.
• Strong alignment and commitment to The Center’s mission, vision, and values.

• Lead and direct the marketing department, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, support, and accountability.
• Execute a comprehensive marketing strategy aligned with The Center’s strategic plan, organizational goals, values, and mission.
• Develop and execute regionally tailored marketing plans, oversee budgets, and staffing structures to ensure operational efficiency.
• Track and report marketing key performance indicators to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement.
• Act as brand steward, ensuring all communications and promotions align with the agency’s mission, vision, values, and brand voice.
• Oversee all marketing and communications activities including brand description, messaging, advertising, promotion, social media, print and digital content, website, email marketing, newsletter, and public relations.
• Oversee content creation for campaigns, reports, donor communications, storytelling projects, and social media.
• Supervise the creation and distribution of graphic designs, promotional materials, branded products, and print/digital assets.
• Build and nurture strategic partnerships with local community organizations, businesses, schools, universities, churches, and civic groups.
• Promote community awareness of the agency’s programs and services through outreach,…