Executive Director, Marketing and Communications

U.S. Chamber of Commerce•Washington, DC

2d•$122,250 - $175,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Director, Marketing and Communications leads the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s enterprise communications and marketing function and programmatic communications and marketing. The role develops and executes strategies that elevate the visibility and impact of Foundation programs, research, events, and thought leadership, and connect these efforts with the audiences they are designed to reach. The Executive Director is a senior adviser to Foundation leadership and program teams, embedding integrated, impact-driven communications in strategic planning and execution. The position oversees communications and marketing staff, external agencies, and vendors in support of organizational, fundraising, and programmatic goals. The Foundation works at the intersection of business and the public good, advancing workforce development, civic education, community resilience, and economic opportunity. Its work includes exploring emerging issues and new approaches, partnering with businesses to develop practical solutions, and convening businesses and public leaders to respond to crises.

Requirements

15 or more years of progressively responsible experience in communications and marketing.
A track record demonstrating creative ambition as well as execution.
Genuine commitment to mission-driven work and comfort working at the intersection of business and the public good.
Creative sensibility, appetite for innovation, fresh thinking about storytelling and audience engagement, and energy for work that does not follow a template.
Fluency with AI-enabled communications tools and a forward-looking understanding of how emerging technology affects content creation, audience engagement, and marketing effectiveness.
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to write and edit at a high level across formats and audiences.
Experience leading integrated communications and marketing strategies for complex organizations, missions, programs, or brands.
Experience designing and delivering marketing strategies that support programmatic outcomes, grant requirements, or mission-driven goals.
Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate organizational priorities into effective communications and marketing plans.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a nonprofit, foundation, or association environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a Foundation-wide communications and marketing strategy aligned with organizational priorities, programmatic goals, and business objectives.
Advise Foundation leadership and program teams, integrating communications and marketing into strategic planning and execution.
Lead integrated planning across Foundation programs to ensure cohesive messaging, audience targeting, and brand alignment.
Develop and execute marketing strategies for Foundation programs, events, research, and development priorities.
Design marketing approaches that effectively reach target constituencies and meet programmatic and grant requirements.
Partner with program and development teams to support audience growth, partner engagement, and revenue-generating activities.
Use audience insights and performance data to refine marketing strategies and improve impact.
Lead proactive media relations, including storytelling, earned media opportunities, and spokesperson preparation.
Serve as the primary liaison to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Communications team.
Oversee media monitoring, analysis, and reporting to evaluate performance, identify trends, and inform leadership decisions.
Steward the Foundation’s brand and visual identity, including standards, guidelines, and governance across platforms and constituent programs.
Partner with program teams to develop and maintain sub-brands and visual identities for initiatives and constituent programs.
Oversee digital communications, including the website, email marketing, and social media, and adapt approaches to changing technology, audience behavior, and AI-enabled communications environments.
Support senior leadership communications, including executive messaging, board communications, presentations, and strategic announcements.
Develop materials that translate organizational accomplishments into compelling narratives for directors, funders, partners, and external audiences.
Develop communications and marketing strategies for Foundation events, convenings, research releases, and major initiatives.
Identify opportunities to position Foundation leaders and subject-matter experts as trusted voices on issues central to the mission.
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing communications and marketing team, fostering capability, collaboration, impact, and accountability.
Manage budgets, vendor relationships, agency partnerships, and external consultants.
Establish performance measures to evaluate effectiveness and support continuous improvement.
Build operational systems and processes that improve coordination, responsiveness, and strategic impact.