Marketing Specialist - Business Development

Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job.

If you're the kind of person who believes that honoring and empowering our nation's veterans is more than just a cause - that it's a calling - then we're ready to meet you.

When you join Wounded Warrior Project (WWP), you're committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you, too - helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.

At WWP, we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we're proud to offer benefits such as :

• A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days' work from home)
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members
• Competitive pay and performance incentives
• A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment

A mission that matters is just the beginning, so if you're ready to get started, we're ready for you.

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Marketing Specialist - Business Development coordinates and executes marketing campaigns and initiatives for WWP peer-to-peer fundraising events driving awareness, acquisition, and fundraising among WWP supporters, donors, and corporate partners.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in the implementation of established marketing plans in support of peer-to-peer fundraising business objectives, working collaboratively with the Senior Marketing Specialist and a cross-functional integrated team.

Advance peer-to-peer fundraising marketing strategies by coordinating and executing acquisition and engagement marketing campaigns alongside agency partners, delivering tactics on time to ensure that project results are in line with corporate expectations.

Support the creative / content development process and manage timelines for assigned marketing plans and campaigns, e.g., messaging, print collateral, website / app content, email communications, multimedia assets, digital ads, radio, and TV.

Monitor active marketing campaigns and measure the effectiveness of activities. As needed, develop recommendations to optimize results.

Coordinate with selected agencies / vendors to ensure campaigns are executed in an accurate and timely manner.

Perform print and data proofing and provide feedback and / or approval to vendors to execute campaigns.

Ensure compliance and consistency with WWP brand and sub-brands across marketing initiatives, e.g., messaging framework, visual assets, and key terminology.

Collaborate and manage relationships and establish rapport with stakeholders and external partners to ensure project success.

Stay up to date on peer-to-peer industry trends and ensure creative best practices are met across all marketing platforms.

Support, attend, or participate in WWP events, campaigns, and other initiatives as required.

Effectively communicate the WWP mission, vision, purpose, and values, and the importance of WWP donors, supporters, and partners in public forums, events, and public awareness / fundraising campaigns.

Provide general project support for the Marketing - Business Development team.

Attend and actively participate in required training and / or meetings, including but not limited to New Teammate Orientation, WWP Cares, ASIST Suicide Prevention training, Leadership training, culture / team based training, or departmental huddles.

Other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Excellent written and communication skills.

Strong editing and proofreading skills.

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, prioritize tasks, and work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Strong project management skills with keen attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team environment.

Demonstrated ability to take initiative and responsibility for work.

Problem solver, troubleshooter.

Exceptional interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse personalities.

Demonstrated service delivery focus.

Good reasoning abilities with sound judgment.

Resourceful, well organized, dependable, and efficient.

Self-motivated.

Proficient using Microsoft Office, e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Unequivocal commitment to the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.

Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.

EXPERIENCE

Requirements

Four years of marketing experience.

Two years of experience executing omnichannel acquisition and engagement marketing campaigns.

Portfolio of past, successful marketing campaigns.

Preferences

One year of nonprofit experience focused on fundraising or on a non-traditional grassroots participatory event series.

One year of experience using project management software.

EDUCATION

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in public relations, advertising, marketing, communications, business, or related field. Equivalent combination of applicable education, training, certification, or experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE

Requirements

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

General office environment; temperature controlled.

Up to 10% travel.

We recognize the success of our mission depends on the efforts of our passionate, hard-working teammates. To help teammates remain focused on the warriors and families we serve, WWP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes; Medical / Prescription drug, Dental, Vision, Life / AD&D, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program. WWP also offers a 401(k)-retirement plan, a competitive PTO package, Sick Leave, Family Care Leave, Paid Holidays, Birthday Holiday, Education Assistance, Teammate Wellness Program, and Bereavement Leave.

For Colorado Applicants : The estimated hiring range for this position is between $60,211 - $75,264 annual base salary,subject to a candidate's combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

For Chicago, Illinois, San Diego, California, and Washington State Applicants : The estimated hiring range for this position is between $65,945 - $82,432 annual base salary,subject to a candidate's combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

For Washington, D.C. Applicants : The estimated hiring range for this position is between $68,812 - $86,016 annual base salary,subject to a candidate's combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

For New York Applicants : The estimated hiring range for this position is between $71,680 - $89,600 annual base salary,subject to a candidate's combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

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Wounded Warrior Project is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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