Vice President, Communications & Marketing Greater Pittsburgh, PA Area

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Communications and Marketing to lead its communications and marketing strategy and strengthen its public image, regional narrative, and brand. The role oversees integrated, multi-channel campaigns, team development, departmental resources, and external partners. Responsibilities include serving as a senior advisor to organizational leaders and the board, crafting executive speeches and policy messaging, and ensuring consistent brand standards across platforms. The Vice President also prepares leaders for media engagements and crisis situations, establishes performance metrics, and uses analytics to assess communications effectiveness. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, public policy, or a related field; a master’s degree or MBA is preferred. They should bring 8–10 or more years of progressive leadership experience in marketing, communications, media relations, or public affairs, along with a record of leading teams, integrated campaigns, and cross-functional initiatives. Strong knowledge of economic development, public policy, and advocacy is required, as are exceptional writing, communication, leadership, and people-management skills. The role also calls for executive-level advisory experience, sound judgment with sensitive information, and the ability to manage competing priorities and external partners.

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Allegheny Conference on Community Development