DESCRIPTION

Partners for HOME is seeking a Vice President of Communications and Marketing (VP) to join our mission to make homelessness in the City of Atlanta rare, brief and nonrecurring by providing strategic leadership over communications, marketing and external relations. The VP will work closely with the CEO, staff and Board of Directors to implement strategies to drive advance communication strategy while overseeing staff and contractors to execute the work. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the VP will:

• Develop and implement a strategic communications plan to establish PFH as a leading voice on homelessness on behalf of the Atlanta Continuum of Care.
• Direct marketing and brand management initiatives to advance the organization’s strategic and business objectives and enhance its reputation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with at least 5 years of progressive experience in a similar role.
• Comprehensive knowledge in nonprofit communications, and marketing
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Adobe and other design software as needed

COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ideal candidates will have demonstrated capabilities in the following areas:

• Strategic Communications: Ability to develop and execute a strategic communication plan including demonstrated competency in marketing, communications, brand management, and developing key messages for target audiences. Demonstrated ability in effectively managing media relations.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Ability to create exceptional written content and deliver verbal presentations in multiple settings, and present complex information in a clear, compelling and concise manner.
• External Relationship Development and Management: Ability to navigate complex political, private, and non-profit sectors and build and nurture collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders – donors, Boards, public officials, member organization, and other community leaders and partners.
• Agility and Adaptability: Adaptable to change and responsive to incorporating new insights into plans and strategies. Comfortable making decisions and the ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment or with imperfect information.
• Strategic Organizational Leadership: Proven ability to provide long term strategic direction, lead strategic plans, and direct team execution against measurable goals and objectives. Ability to recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing and diverse teams.
• Commitment to Equity: Ability to align strategic communications to advance Partners for HOME’s racial equity goals. Motivation and ability to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Creativity and innovation: thinks outside of the box and creatively to design marketing materials, new concepts, and company collateral to advance communication efforts.