“Development Director”

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Development Director Posted: 07 Jan 2011 02:51 PM PST Company Monarch Location Albemarle (Charlotte region), North Carolina Category Development officer Field of Interest Other Job Description: Marketing Communications Director Position Description Monarch NC, Albemarle NC (Charlotte region) Marketing Communications Director Organization Founded in 1958, Monarch is a non-profit organization supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness, and substance abuse issues. We work with individuals and their families in over 50 counties across North Carolina. Through partnerships and relationships within our communities, we offer a variety of innovative, quality services and supports and promote advocacy, awareness, inclusion, recovery training, employment and residential opportunities. Revenues: $50 million. For more information about Monarch, please visit MonarchNC.org. Position Reporting to the CEO and serving as an integral member of the executive team, the Marketing Communications Director will be responsible for the development of Monarch NC's marketing communication strategy and will contribute to its strategic planning process. The Marketing Communications Director will develop a strategic plan for marketing communications and directly manage internal and external communications activities that promote, enhance, and protect the organization's brand reputation. This new position will be responsible for the development, integration, and implementation of a broad range of marketing and public relations activities relative to the strategic direction and positioning of the organization and its leadership. This individual will be an ambassador for the organization and will need to build relationships with the media. The goal is to advance the organization's position with relevant constituents, as well as to drive broader awareness and donor support for the organization. The Marketing Communications Director will be responsible for Monarch's varied communications products and services including: the development of content for newsletters and other print publications; Web, E-news and other online communications and the management of the outside agency; media and public relations; and marketing. Responsibilities: Communications Strategy, Vision and Leadership Develop and implement an integrated strategic communications plan to advance Monarch's brand identity; broaden awareness of its programs and priorities; and increase the visibility of its programs across key stakeholder audiences  Create marketing/public relations strategy that will allow Monarch leadership to cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with targeted, high-level external audiences, including the media and key influencers Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the organization. Work with leadership team and staff to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions, and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them Develops systems and processes to streamline internal communications Serve as communications counselor to Monarch's leadership Work closely with the Development Director to expand development efforts Communications Operations: Oversee development of all Monarch's print communications including the annual report, marketing collateral materials and electronic communications including Monarch's website and new media; manage relationships with associated vendors Develops Monarch's Crisis Communications Plan Exercise judgment to prioritize media opportunities, and prepare talking points, speeches, presentations and other supporting material as needed Actively engage, cultivate and manage press relationships to ensure coverage surrounding Monarch's programs, special events, public announcements, and other projects Oversee the day-to-day activities of the communications function including project management, budgeting, planning and staff development Recruit and manage a part-time Web designer to support the development and execution of the communications strategy  Work closely with Database Manager to optimize targeted communications Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing or related field Minimum 10 years experience managing marketing communications and public relations programs, either in-house or with an agency Experience in a non-profit environment a plus. Familiarity with serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health or substance abuse issues a plus Demonstrated skill and comfort in proactively building relationships with top tier reporters and editors, and in successfully positioning subject matter with the media to achieve high-impact placements Writing and editing experience (externally focused) with a variety of print and online communications media Demonstrated experience and leadership in managing a comprehensive strategic communications, media relations, and marketing program to advance an organization's mission and goals  Creative and thoughtful on how new media technologies can be utilized A minimum of five years experience in planning, writing, editing, and production of newsletters, press releases, annual reports, marketing literature, and other print publications and directories  Innovative thinker, with a track record for translating strategic thinking into action plans and measurable results Experience in building consensus with peer and senior management Excellent judgment and creative problem solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills  Superior management skills; ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports and peers Self reliant, good problem solver, results oriented Ability to make decisions in a changing environment and anticipate future needs Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize them, as necessary  Excellent and persuasive communicator Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive; a team leader who can positively and productively impact strategic initiatives Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with senior management and staff  Ability to operate as an effective tactical as well as strategic thinker Passion for Monarch's mission of supporting, educating and empowering people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, mental illness and substance abuse issues, to choose and achieve what is important to them. Salary is competitive. Benefits Monarch recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. Our benefits package has been specifically designed to implement this philosophy, furnishing you and your family with access to quality health care and to enhance our ability to attract and retain employees. We offer: Medical Insurance for Fulltime and Part-time Employees  Dental  Short Term Disability Annual Wellness Benefit AFLAC 401(k) with Company Matching after 1 year and 1000 hours of employment Paid Time Off Catastrophic Sick Pay Bereavement Leave Flexible Spending Accounts. Combine one of the best benefits packages with solid compensation and you have the highest chance for success with Monarch. To Apply: Resume and cover letter describing your interest and qualifications should be sent to jobs@monarchnc.org. No telephone inquiries, please. Monarch is an equal opportunity employer and therefore does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability. 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