Vice President of Marketing & Communications - East Bay Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals

The Vice President of Marketing & Communications role is an exciting opportunity to serve as the strategic leader of communication and public rela...Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the East Bay SPCA’s internal and external marketing and communication programs to ensure strategic and consistent messaging of the organization’s mission, identity, and value to the community.

Ideate actionable strategies to target marketing efforts to increase operational revenue and philanthropic support.

Serve as lead for publicity of East Bay SPCA events, programs and services, media partnerships, sponsorships, and strategic ad and content placements.

Lead the marketing team on the development of brand-driven, engaging, and meaningful content for multi-use across all communications channels.

Support fundraising efforts through corporate fundraising campaigns and sponsorships. Provide written content including Press Releases to enhance all aspects of our work, including grant funding requests and update reports.

Manage the marketing program’s annual budget including RFPs, project bids, vendor contracts and invoices, budget reports, cost analyses, and projections.

Manage and lead all internal and external communications and crisis management by serving as brand ambassador for the organization including coordinating and conducting media interviews, disseminating press releases, and pitching relevant stories to local media.

Lead the marketing team in all responsibilities for the promotion of the annual gala held each May, and other events at both Oakland and Dublin facilities.

Partner with philanthropy to solicit corporate sponsorship with a goal of $500k annually.

Directly manage staff working in Marketing and Event roles (Marketing Manager, Communications Specialist, and Marketing and Outreach Specialist).

 

Qualifications

Seven to 10 plus years of professional experience in marketing, advertising or public relations.

Experience managing and mentoring a marketing team of 5-7 individuals, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and achieving measurable team goals.

Exceptional communication skills required, both verbally and in writing, with knowledge of current communications trends, methods and technology. Must have ability to communicate effectively and professionally for public and media presentations.

Experience with successfully developing, executing, managing and evaluating strategic marketing and communications plans that include business revenue and fundraising goals in addition to advertising and publicity objectives.

Proven ability to elevate brand presence through strategic storytelling, consistent messaging, and innovative marketing campaigns.

Expertise in website content management, utilizing digital media, social media platforms and other online communication tools. Experience using creative design software (Adobe Creative Suite) and social media management tools (Wordpress, Canva, Meta, Mail Chimp) a plus.

Strong analytical skills to evaluate campaign performance, market trends, and customer insights to guide decision-making and strategy development.

Adept at building and nurturing partnerships to amplify brand visibility and drive collaborative marketing opportunities.

High proficiency using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.

Advertising agency experience is a plus.

Experience in managing and developing paid advertising campaigns and social media ads is highly preferred

Work experience with the nonprofit sector preferred. Familiarity with animal welfare is a plus.

Ability to work well independently and collaboratively with a high degree of professionalism.

Ability to effectively prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast- paced environment.

Strong work ethic with initiative to creatively solve problems, improve efficiencies and exceed expectations.

Must have transportation and availability to work some nights, early mornings, and weekends as needed. Must be available for press inquiries.

Pre-employment background and drug screening are required; we do not screen for cannabis use

Reliable transportation, a valid CA driver’s license, and proof of insurability are required. Travel with both personal and company vehicles is required.

 

The Ideal Candidate will have:

A strong commitment to the mission of East Bay SPCA.

Demonstrated diplomacy, tact and discretion.

Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities, proposing efficiencies, and guiding staff and systems.

Proven results in collaboration and participation with internal and external stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to work successfully and positively in a culturally and ethnically diverse community. Values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The ability to work well under pressure and adapt easily to changing situations and priorities. Good judgment, flexibility, and consensus-building skills.

A self-starter mentality with the ability to quickly create a positive network of relationships.

Organized working style and demonstrated excellent attention to detail while pursuing overall goals.

Extremely proactive approach to work. Someone who is solutions oriented.

Good listening skills and is a strategist. Comfortable receiving input from many sources and able to analyze and formulate disparate information into a sound, well-organized plan.

A hard-working ethic with a high energy level. A ‘doer’ willing to work hands-on in developing and executing various marketing and communications objectives.

High ethical standards for self and staff.

Inspirational, creative, visionary, and compassionate tendencies.

Positive daily work attitude on a consistent basis.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an animal shelter environment with exposure to detergents, cleaning products, wet and humid environments, and seasonal outdoor conditions

Must be available to work when and where needed by the organization. Must be willing to work occasional irregular hours, weekends, and holidays.

Animal contact and related injuries, including bites and scratches, may occur. Will occasionally handle sick, injured, and deceased animals

Noise exposure varies and often includes uncontrolled barking and other animal vocalizations

Animal waste contact, smells, and visual exposure are prevalent

Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently and occasionally lift to 75 pounds with assistance. Must be able to push and/or pull over 50 pounds occasionally

Frequent standing, walking, typing, bending, twisting, crouching, kneeling, and stooping.