Director of Marketing & Communications

Director Of Marketing And Communications

Church World Service (CWS) is seeking a creative, strategic, and collaborative Director of Marketing and Communications to lead the organization's branding, marketing, and public engagement strategy. This role is responsible for elevating the CWS brand, overseeing storytelling and campaign creation and execution, and supporting fundraising, program, and advocacy efforts through compelling, audience-centered communications.

Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.

The Director will manage a cross-functional team of communications and marketing professionals and serve as a key thought partner to senior leadership. This role ensures integrated and cohesive supporter, donor, and partner journeys and that CWS's story is told consistently and powerfully across all platforms amplifying our work on displacement, disaster, hunger and poverty. The position also cultivates and encourages strong working relationships with colleagues across the organization, with a focus on Fundraising and External Relations, to maintain priorities and alignment.

Strategic Development

• Lead and implement a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy aligned with organizational goals, including fundraising, advocacy, program visibility, and brand engagement.
• Develop and manage campaigns and content that build awareness of CWS's mission, engage supporters, and drive action and fundraising.
• Ensure cohesive and audience-aware messaging across all communication channels, including digital, print, and media.
• Lead messaging development for major initiatives such as fundraising campaigns, program launches, advocacy moments, and milestone events.
• Enhance and manage CWS' media engagement strategy, overseeing day-to-day media engagement.

Digital, Media and Content Management

Team Leadership and Collaboration

Resource Development Support

CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes : - 403 (b) Retirement Plan - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Generous Paid Time Off (18 Paid Days Off; 24 Days Off after 2 Years) - 14 Official Holidays - 12 Sick Days Off (Accrued monthly) - Life Insurance and AD&D - Long Term and Short-Term Disability - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Health Savings Account - Flexible Spending Accounts