Director of Marketing Communications (Sales-Focused)
20 Days Old
Job Description
Job Description
Requirements
Benefits
Inspire Change. Drive Impact. Shape the Future of Healthcare.
Are you a creative strategist with a passion for mission-driven marketing and a talent for turning vision into revenue? Join National Medical Fellowships, Inc. (NMF) as our Director of Marketing Communications and help build partnerships, tell compelling stories, and advance our mission to create a healthcare workforce who shares the lived experiences of the communities they serve.
About NMF
National Medical Fellowships is a nonprofit organization that advances health care workforce development, so everyone has a fair and just opportunity to achieve their highest level of health. Founded in 1946, NMF has awarded over $50 million in scholarships and offers service-learning programs, mentorship opportunities, and clinical research leadership training for students and practitioners of medicine, behavioral health and related health professions. By expanding the health care workforce, NMF works to ensure everyone has access to the highest quality care from providers who understand them and share their lived experiences.
Position Summary
NMF seeks a strategic and sales-minded Director of Marketing Communications (Sales-Focused) to lead marketing, communications, and revenue-generating partnerships. This role focuses on developing and executing comprehensive marketing and sales strategies that strengthen NMF’s brand visibility, expand organizational reach, and drive revenue through partnerships, sponsorships, and fundraising campaigns.
This is a remote position, with a preference for candidates located in the Northeast U.S.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute comprehensive marketing and sales strategies aligned with NMF's mission and revenue goals
- Create and manage annual marketing budget and resource allocation
- Lead the marketing team and coordinate with development, programs, and executive leadership
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting mechanisms to measure marketing effectiveness
Revenue Generation & Sales
- Identify, pursue, and secure new corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and major donors
- Create sales materials, proposals, and presentations for partnership opportunities
- Negotiate partnership agreements and steward existing relationships
- Collaborate with development team to support fundraising campaigns and initiatives
Brand Development & Communications
- Oversee brand strategy, messaging, and visual identity across all platforms
- Manage content creation for website, social media, newsletters, annual reports, and marketing collateral
- Supervise digital marketing strategies, including SEO, email marketing, and social media campaigns
- Ensure consistent brand voice and messaging across all communications
Market Research & Engagement
- Conduct market research to identify new opportunities for program growth and revenue generation
- Analyze donor and stakeholder data to inform targeted marketing strategies
- Monitor industry trends and competitor activities
- Track and report on marketing campaign performance metrics
Event Marketing
- Develop strategic marketing plans for fundraising events, scholarship ceremonies, and conferences
- Oversee promotion and audience development for events
- Leverage events for partnership development and donor cultivation
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 7+ years of progressive experience in marketing with demonstrable sales or revenue generation success
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful marketing strategies that drive revenue
- Experience building corporate partnerships and securing sponsorships
- Strong relationship-building and networking abilities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience managing marketing budgets and measuring ROI
- Proficiency with CRM systems, digital marketing platforms, and analytics tools
- Project management expertise with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, education, or philanthropy sectors
- Previous experience marketing scholarship programs or professional development initiatives
- Knowledge of the healthcare education landscape
- Experience with fundraising campaign development and execution
- Familiarity with grant writing processes and foundation relationships
Benefits
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-contributed retirement plan
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Location:
- Alexandria
- Category:
- Business