Director, Digital Engagement and Marketing

Job Description

Position Title: Director, Digital Engagement and Marketing

Reports to: CEO

Position: Full-Time, Hybrid/Remote, Exempt

Location: Remote

Compensation: $115,000 - $145,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About FADICA-Catholic Philanthropy Network

FADICA-Catholic Philanthropy Network supports effective philanthropy in service to a vital Catholic Church and the common good. We serve as a leading philanthropic peer network, promoting the impact of Catholic philanthropy. Based in Washington DC, FADICA's membership includes approximately 350 individuals who are engaged in national and international philanthropy, members of family foundations, religiously sponsored foundations, community foundations, grantmaking organizations, as well as individual funders. Working at FADICA provides a unique way of living out your values and being at the forefront of impact in the Catholic Church and the social sector.

The Opportunity

FADICA currently hosts a longstanding digital platform, the Catholic Funding Guide, and is expanding its digital presence and platforms in support of effective and high impact Catholic philanthropy. The Director of Digital Engagement and Marketing is a new role that will lead FADICA's digital engagement initiatives and external communications. This is an exciting opportunity at the intersection of faith-based philanthropy and digital technology. The Director will work with a small team and is responsible for the development of a new digital platform and related tools to reach new audiences. As a member of the management team, the Director will provide important strategic insights for advancing the organization's mission.

Responsibilities

New Digital Platform Development

In collaboration with Technology director, lead creation of a new philanthropy platform. Lead vision, content creation, integration with existing platforms and resources, and ensure highly positive and user-friendly experience.
Provide supervision and strategic direction to a team of specialists handling technical web development, digital marketing, web content, graphic design, etc.
Lead and create digital engagement and marketing strategy for new platform.

Digital & Content Strategy

Serve as lead content creator, developing values-aligned messaging for communications and digital engagement and marketing initiatives.
Oversee website-related marketing and ensure high engagement through digital efforts and platforms.
Evaluate and implement new marketing tools and best practices for nonprofit communications.

Strategic Marketing & Brand Awareness

Develop and execute marketing strategies that drive engagement, visibility and awareness of FADICA.
Direct and lead cross-channel marketing strategies (digital, social, web, print) to ensure consistent organizational messaging.
Maintain high brand standards and supervise branding, collateral, and creative projects.

What You Bring

We are looking for a collaborative and enterprising leader with a deep passion for mission, impact, and results. If you are a skilled communications and digital engagement leader, strategic thinker and team player, this role offers an exciting opportunity to support high impact philanthropy and the common good.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent professional and lived experience.
10+ years of experience in digital engagement, communications, or marketing, preferably within the Catholic Church, nonprofit, or philanthropic sector.
5+ years of experience leading a high-performing team

Skills & Expertise:

Demonstrated success in developing and executing marketing strategies that drive awareness and participation.
Experience collaborating with subject-matter experts to craft compelling communications that translate complex work into tangible impact for diverse audiences.
Superb understanding of social media platforms and the latest trends in digital engagement, including innovative uses as tools for marketing mission and for education/formation.
Proficiency in monitoring and analyzing communications metrics to assess effectiveness and inform strategy.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within teams and cross-functionally.
Familiarity and experience working with funders, especially private funders or community foundations, is preferred.

Technical Proficiency:

Skilled in Microsoft Office 365, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, and social media platforms/tools.
Familiarity with HTML, website content management systems, and digital publishing processes.
Experience with project management software and social media monitoring tools.

Work Environment:

This position is primarily remote, with some travel to DMV headquarters.

Benefits:

Comprehensive coverage for employee healthcare, vision, and dental at 100%.
Employer contribution for 403b retirement savings.
15 Days of paid vacation time the first year, and 70 hours of sick time.
Generous benefit of 14 paid holidays.

FADICA - Catholic Philanthropy Network is an equal-opportunity employer committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees.

**APPLICATION PROCESS**:
In order to complete your application, you must submit your answers to the following questions along with your resume to jobs@fadica.org. Candidates who do not answer these questions will not be considered for this position:

1) How did you hear about this opportunity/did someone refer you?
2) How many years of non-profit or philanthropy experience do you have?
3) How many years of experience do you have leading other team members?
4) Do you have experience creating marketing strategy?
5) How many years of digital engagement and marketing experience do you have?
6) Please write a brief statement explaining why you are interested in this position.

About the Employer

FADICA is a Catholic philanthropic network of foundations and donors supporting Catholic activities and initiatives. United by shared values, we go farther together, multiplying impact through shared learning, engagement with Catholic leadership, and collaboration.