Marketing Manager and Brand Strategist

A prominent, well-established non-profit organisation is seeking a strategic and hands-on Marketing Manager and Brand Strategist to drive brand equity and multi-channel growth. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this senior management role perfectly balances long-term marketing strategy with daily operational execution. The successful candidate will lead and mentor a tenured internal creative team, ensure the responsible stewardship of departmental funds, and collaborate cross-functionally to accelerate fundraising initiatives. Standard working hours are Monday to Thursday, 08:30 to 16:30, and Fridays, 08:30 to 14:30. Key Responsibilities Strategy Development: Design and execute a comprehensive, multi-channel marketing and communications strategy that highlights the organisation's core societal impact. Brand Ownership: Serve as the primary brand custodian, maintaining absolute consistency in tone, messaging, and visual identity across all internal departments and public touchpoints. Digital Growth: Formulate and oversee the digital roadmap, including website optimization, social media engagement, email marketing campaigns, and performance-based digital advertising. Content Strategy: Supervise all storytelling efforts, managing the end-to-end production of impact reports, media releases, and regular stakeholder newsletters. Donor & Event Collaboration: Partner closely with fundraising and event teams to develop compelling donor-centric collateral and execute end-to-end promotional campaigns. Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and inspire the internal marketing team, establishing clear performance objectives and cultivating a high-performance culture. Executive Consultation: Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive executive committee (EXCO) regarding communication risks and emerging public relations opportunities. Vendor & Budget Management: Manage external agency partners, freelancers, and multimedia suppliers while maintaining strict oversight of the departmental budget and campaign ROI. Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a closely related discipline. Experience: Minimum of 8 years of professional marketing experience, with at least 3 years in a dedicated senior management or leadership capacity. Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in designing and executing integrated marketing campaigns across both traditional and digital channels, ideally within a similar structured environment. Leadership Capabilities: Proven experience managing internal creative staff, cross-functional teams, and external agency relationships. Interpersonal Skills: High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity, with a proven ability to build trust and consensus within long-standing, established teams. Financial Acumen: Strong budget management skills with the ability to track, analyze, and report on marketing spend efficiency. Adaptability: A resilient, self-directed professional who thrives when managing competing priorities in a fluid operational landscape. Preferred Qualifications Postgraduate qualification or a relevant professional marketing certification (e.g., CMSA). Required Software Skills Proficiency across mainstream digital marketing platforms, content management systems (CMS), and social media management tools. Familiarity with budget tracking software and basic marketing analytics suites. Benefits Favourable Hours: Enjoy an early weekend start with reduced working hours every Friday. Purpose-Driven Culture: Lead a passionate, dedicated team within an organisation dedicated to widespread community upliftment and social impact. Executive Exposure: Work in direct partnership with executive leadership and the CEO, directly influencing the organisation's public voice.