Director, Marketing and Communications

Job Summary

A Wider Circle, a social service nonprofit serving the DMV region, is seeking a Director of Marketing and Communications to lead and implement strategic communications, branding, and engagement efforts that advance the organization's mission, visibility, and voice. Working in close partnership with the President (interim supervisor) and the broader leadership team, this position plays a key role in shaping how A Wider Circle is seen, understood, and supported across audiences. Starting in the fall of 2025, this role will transition to reporting to the newly established Chief Engagement Officer.

​​ This highly motivated and experienced leader is responsible for guiding messaging, digital presence, media relations, storytelling, and public affairs efforts, while also supporting advocacy goals through aligned and ethical communications strategies. This is a hands-on position with both strategic and operational responsibilities. This is also a mission-driven role within a fast-paced and nimble organization, the ideal candidate will bring the same agility, energy, and sense of purpose to their work. A deep commitment to social justice and equity-driven storytelling is essential. The role provides leadership, strategy, planning, and guidance with the Development Department, coordinates with Board members, and leads key areas of external communications for the organization.

Essential Responsibilities

The Director of Marketing and Communications will be expected to undertake the following responsibilities and duties :

• Provide strategic thought partnership to the President and Chief Engagement Officer.
• Build trusting and collaborative relationships throughout the organization.
• Develop and implement internal and external communication strategies, including goal setting, tracking and refining methods to ensure effectiveness
• Serve as an external ambassador of A Wider Circle - explaining its mission, programs, and case for support
• Supervise select team members and interns

Strategic Leadership

Marketing, Direct Mail & Digital Strategy

Media Relations & Public Engagement

Storytelling & Ethical Communications

Public Affairs & Engagement Communications

Internal Collaboration & Project Management

Platform & Tool Management

Required Skills / Abilities

Required Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Office environment with flexible hybrid schedule (up to 40% remote).

Prolonged periods of sitting, working on a computer, and phone / email communications.

Occasional lifting or setup for in-person events and meetings.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties may shift based on organizational priorities and emerging needs.

Travel Required

Yes-DMV Area

Benefits

A Wider Circle offers a comprehensive benefits package including :

Affirmative Action / EEO Statement

A Wider Circle is committed to having a diverse team and ensuring that all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender (including gender identity or expression), religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or other non-merit factors. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.