Vice President, Strategic Communications and Marketing

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is seeking a dynamic professional to serve as the Vice President, Strategic Communications and Marketing. The global communications division stewards the Habitat for Humanity brand, which is a key asset in our work to build and sustain the global movement for affordable housing, as a solution to some of the most pressing problems facing both people and the planet.

Reporting directly to the Chief Communications Officer, the Vice President, Strategic Communications and Marketing will steward Habitat for Humanity’s global brand, extending its reach through compelling content, effective marketing, and brand activation across live and digital platforms. The incumbent will leverage a global team of 50+ to extend the reach of Habitat for Humanity’s brand across online, photo, video, both print and digital creative and content, events, and partner activations. The successful candidate will bring a depth of experience in nonprofit/NGO and global corporate brand and marketing, delivering a clear and compelling brand promise to bring hearts, minds, and support to the work of affordable housing across the globe.

This position may be based in any of the following countries (candidates must already be eligible to work locally): United Kingdom, or the United States.

Application deadline: March 6, 2025

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

*Set and lead the global brand and partnership marketing strategy across Habitat’s partners, with a focus on top corporate partners ($2.5M+)
*Extend Habitat’s reach through strategic communications, brand activation, events, marketing, and content with a focus on growing the brand outside the U.S.
*Set and lead the global brand and partnership marketing strategy across Habitat’s partners, with a focus on top corporate partners ($2.5M+)
*Extend Habitat’s reach through strategic communications, brand activation, events, marketing, and content with a focus on growing the brand outside the U.S.
*Shape organizational voice and visuals by working closely with Global Communications leadership to implement Habitat’s overall brand and messaging strategies and complement Resource Development’s fundraising and partner recognition strategies
*Steward Habitat for Humanity International’s integrated content strategy, considering audience, brand, channel and partner considerations holistically
*In partnership with Chief Communications Officer and Global Communications leadership team, ensure the development and implementation of a cohesive brand and communications strategy for Habitat for Humanity
*Set and measure key performance indicators for brand, content, creative, strategic communications, event, partner activation, and marketing success
*Serve on the senior management group of the 80+ person Global Communications division, modeling inclusive and accountable leadership and a culture of belonging

Requirements:

*Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
*20 years’ experience with at least 7 years in a managerial/leadership role leading a brand marketing and/or strategic communications function
*Willing and able to travel internationally up to 25%
*Demonstrated track record in multi-national brand marketing, partnership marketing, cause marketing, brand management and brand activation
*Proven ability to drive impact with partners/customers
*Measurable success in creating, executing and measuring strategic communications and marketing strategies and plans in multiple country/regional contexts
*Leadership and people management, including coaching, training, and motivating employees to new levels of excellence
*Knowledge of current and emerging marketing, storytelling and digital issues and trends, particularly for nonprofits/NGOs and global brands with a large U.S. presence
*Ability to provide effective counsel on strategic communications and marketing matters to internal and external leaders
*Ability to identify needed relationships and alliances within and among organizations that increase likelihood of success
*Outstanding written communications skills
*Outstanding oral communications skills, with ability to develop and deliver effective presentations
*Cross-cultural competence
*Commitment to fostering a collaborative, inclusive work environment within the Global Communications division and the broader organization
*Ability to develop and manage budgets
*Motivation to work in a mission-driven setting
*Ability to apply emotional intelligence to communicate effectively, empathize, and identify solutions
*Willingness to engage in crucial conversations to create mutual purpose
*Ability to know when help is needed, and to ask for it
*Active support of HFHI Values:
- Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves
- Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular
- Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission
- Safeguarding - HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

The actual salary offered for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including location, internal equity and the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience. HFHI offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package that varies by country and typically includes vacation leave, sick leave, personal days, health insurance options, retirement plan contributions and life insurance.

For work locations in UK, the monthly gross pay starts at 11,550 GBP.
For work locations in the US, the hiring range for this position is USD $191,250 to $213,750.