Job Description

NeighborWorks® Boise (NWB is a local affordable housing nonprofit that helps Idahoans obtain, maintain, and retain housing. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Marketing amp; Community Engagement to lead our Community Building and Engagement Department. Join us in providing innovative housing solutions for underserved communities!

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director of Marketing amp; Community Engagement oversees NWB’s external communications, marketing strategies, and community engagement initiatives. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director plays a key role in promoting NWB programs and enhancing community visibility. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Management and Oversight:

• Lead the CBamp;E department, managing staff, interns, and developing departmental goals aligned with organizational objectives
• Oversee key initiatives like Paint the Town™ and Rake Up Boise™, ensuring sponsorships and volunteer support meet event costs
• Work with CBamp;E department to provide direction for monthly committee meetings
• Manage CBamp;E, marketing, and events budgets, tracking expenditures and coordinating adjustments with accounting

External Communications and Marketing:

• Lead NWB’s external communications and website
• Implement NWB’s marketing strategies to increase program awareness
• Manage content creation and marketing collateral, ensuring brand consistency
• Manage all media relations and marketing efforts for the organization as requested by the COO

Event Management:

• Plan and execute NWB events and manage event budgets for sustainability
• Evaluate programs to improve services based on ongoing analysis
• Recruit, train, and oversee event volunteers
• Cultivate relationships with event sponsors to secure funding and manage event budgets

Fundraising and Donor Management:

• Collaborate with the Grant Department to support event-related grants and fundraising efforts
• Oversee donor communications and relationship management using CRM platforms like Bloomerang
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, community foundations, and corporate sponsors to support NWB’s fundraising goals

Community Engagement amp; Partnerships:

• Represent NWB in community groups, chambers, and forums to build partnerships and increase public awareness of NWB’s programs
• Plan opportunities for booths at relevant events and conferences
• Support the Resident Services Coordinator in fostering relationships with property management and NWB’s multi-family communities, ensuring successful volunteer-led community-building activities and events that foster resident leadership and empowerment

*Above description is not inclusive of all job duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Client amp; Partner Relations: Efficiently assess and support stakeholder needs
• Quality Assurance: Adhere to performance standards and procedures
• Professionalism: Maintain confidentiality and accept feedback constructively
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills across platforms
• Leadership amp; Event Management: Lead diverse teams and manage large events
• Marketing: Proficient in social media and impact evaluation
• Technical Skills: Advanced in Microsoft Office, WordPress, Adobe, InDesign, Photoshop, and Canva
• Analytical Thinking: Use data to enhance marketing and donor activities

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience in marketing, communications, outreach, leadership, or program development required
• At least three years of experience in communications, marketing, and/or event management, with supervisory experience and a proven ability to lead teams and manage budgets
• Bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: $62,400.00 or DOE

Location: Boise

Benefits:

• Medical benefits
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan including match
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation. NeighborWorks® Boise is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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