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NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association)

Vice President of Marketing & Communications

NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association), Oakland, California, United States, 94601


Vice President of Marketing & Communications

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.About Out & Equal Workplace AdvocatesOut & Equal Workplace Advocates (Out & Equal) is the world's premier nonprofit organization dedicated to achieving lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender workplace equality. We partner with Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies to provide executive leadership development, comprehensive training and consultation, and professional networking opportunities that build inclusive and welcoming work environments.

Since 1996, we have worked with executives, human resources professionals, Employee Resource Groups, and individuals to provide leadership and professional development, education, and research to create workplaces free of discrimination. Out & Equal hosts the annual Workplace Summit where employees and experts from around the world gather to share strategies and best practices to create diverse and inclusive workplaces that foster belonging for LGBTQ people around the world.

Today, Out & Equal is a renowned global convener and thought leader. Our events portfolio attracts diverse corporate audiences—including Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders—to provide a unifying platform for networking, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing between organizations committed to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.

The OpportunityReporting directly to the CEO, the Vice President of Marketing & Communications (VP) is responsible for leading Out & Equal's creativity and energy to advance Out & Equal's mission. Collaborating with the CEO, the VP will guide the organization through strategic marketing activities and oversee consistent and authentic brand and messaging standards throughout the organization to foster prospective and current stakeholder engagement.

Highlighted responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Strategic Marketing Leadership:Manage the marketing communications department, its operations, and staff to ensure all communication channels are leveraged to disseminate organizational information and key messages. Promote and enhance brand awareness, monitor the effectiveness of projects, and identify opportunities to support new revenue streams.

Develop annual marketing and communication strategies to drive thought leadership, while anticipating issues and threats to the brand and reputation. Use a mix of marketing channels with an understanding of how and when to implement them to achieve marketing objectives.

Oversee the development and execution of cross-functional marketing campaigns that drive awareness and engagement, including establishing and tracking metrics. Maintain brand integrity across internal and external marketing and communications efforts.

Community and Partner Engagement:Partner closely with the Executive Leadership Team to inform the development of content messaging, campaigns, and experiences that activate current Partners, prospects, and other strategic partners.

Partner with the Revenue & Growth team to conceive of impactful proposals to identify new revenue streams, participate in brand partner calls, and share responsibility for annual revenue goals.

Innovation and Technology:Leverage new technologies to deliver compelling and effective messaging, ensuring the organization remains at the forefront of communication trends and effectively engages its target audience.

Internal Communications and Content Management:Develop, lead, and deliver integrated internal communications and engagement campaigns to drive ongoing awareness and education of the organization's strategic priorities, programs, and initiatives.

Partner with the Chief Programs Officer to oversee content planning and calendar, including media and cultural partnerships.

Budget Oversight:Oversee and manage the Marketing & Communications budget, providing accurate projections and tracking progress against targets.

Candidate ProfileOut & Equal firmly believes that everyone has the potential for success and recognizes a range of skills and experiences that complement our fast-paced, growing organization's marketing and communications function. Successful candidates will demonstrate these fundamental qualities, skills, and characteristics:

Mission Alignment:

A seasoned leader who fully embraces Out & Equal's mission, values, and culture. They leverage inclusive marketing best practices, methodologies, and technology to develop comprehensive, results-driven programs that are inclusive, equitable, and reach global audiences.

Strategic Leadership and Planning:

Exceptional strategic leadership in developing and executing integrated marketing and communications plans that drive organizational goals.

Brand Marketing:

An experienced brand manager and marketer with a proven track record of developing and executing strategies that elevate brand presence.

Communications:

Demonstrated success in managing organizational communication efforts, ensuring that all external and internal messaging is aligned and impactful.

Collaboration and Partner Engagement:

A highly collaborative leader with a proven track record of successful collaboration with executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners.

Additional qualifications include:

A bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field is required. An advanced degree is preferred.

Demonstrated success in the field of communications and brand and performance marketing, with a career trajectory that shows progressive leadership responsibility.

Experience in strategic planning and execution, with a proven ability to translate data and insights into actionable strategies.

Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes while simultaneously managing several projects in a high-demand environment.

Compensation & BenefitsSalary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $180,000 - $200,000 with a generous benefits package.

ContactKoya Partners l Diversified Search Group has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Malissa Brennan. Submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile.

Providing a welcoming and inclusive workplace for all is at the heart of Out & Equal's mission, and we are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization through our hiring practices and the values we bring to our work every day. We strongly encourage people of color, trans and nonbinary people, people with disabilities, and women to apply for open positions.

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