Advisor II, Global Marketing Strategist

Job Summary JOB DESCRIPTION The Advisor II, Global Marketing Strategist develops and executes marketing strategies and produces materials that strengthen and position CRS as a trusted, high-impact partner for institutional donors, foundations, and multilateral organization. The Global Marketing Strategist produces high-quality content and serves as a strategic global thought partner, supporting both urgent and long-term communications needs across the agency. In close collaboration with concerned units to ensure marketing strategies are in strong alignment of messaging, storytelling, and strategic positioning. Roles And Key Responsibilities • Serve as a strategic thought partner on approaches for priorities donor relationships. • Lead the development and implementation of marketing strategies that position CRS as a trusted and innovative partner for institutional donors, foundations and multilateral organizations. • Write, edit and produce high-quality content including capacity and positioning statements, briefs, pitch materials, concept notes, factsheets, talking points, project overviews and success stories for priority stakeholders. • Collaborate with Institutional Engagement and Global Programs to translate technical program achievements into compelling, donor-focused materials that demonstrate impact and value. • Produce high-quality marketing materials that support priority objectives, including long-term campaigns and urgent needs. • Ensure consistency of messaging and brand identity across all institutional donor materials, including proposals, pitch decks, impact reports, and visual storytelling assets. • Partner with Policy and Government Relations to align marketing materials with advocacy priorities and global positioning goals. • Coordinate with the Content & Creative Studio and other G-REM teams to ensure aligned messaging and storytelling across channels. • Establish systems that improve and sustain communications capacity across regional and country offices. • Provide support to the Manager II, Global Marketing in the production and strategizing marketing materials reflecting agency priorities. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities • Solid understanding of a variety of audiences: Institutional donors, donor organizations, peer organizations, CRS global and field partnerships, the local and global Church • Excellent written, oral communication skills • Proficient skills in Adobe, InDesign, Canva or other graphic design platforms • Team player • Self-motivated, proactive, resourceful and productive • Demonstrated ability to produce a high volume of quality content under tight deadlines • Strong research, analytical, and storytelling skills • Ability to deal effectively with deadlines • Flexible to changing contexts; respectful of guidance by those closest to the issues • Strong training and representation/coaching skills • Active collaborator Required Languages:Fluency in written and spoken English. Travel: Must be willing to travel up to 30% Supervisory Responsibilities: No Qualifications Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Marketing/ Communications, • Minimum of 8 years of work experience in communications and/or marketing • Experience working with international non-governmental organizations Preferred Qualifications • Experience working in areas of development and humanitarian programming • Overseas work experience Agency Competencies (for All CRS Staff) • Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions. • Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest. • Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions. • Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams. • Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things. Agency Leadership Competencies • Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation. • Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance. • Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strateg y and team priorities. What We Offer CRS offers U.S. based staff a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and a generous retirement savings plan. Salary and benefits packages for successful candidates employed outside the U.S. are based on the country of employment/in-country office where the candidate will perform the role. CRS´ work culture is a collaborative, mission-driven culture committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world. About Us Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. Catholic Relief Services works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. Catholic Relief Services’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work. In the event the successful candidate is an expatriate, the anticipated duration of the assignment is informed by a term limit, based on the type and level of the job and the needs of the agency. CRS is committed to safeguarding program participants, community members, staff and volunteers from all forms of exploitation and abuse.The successful candidate is expected to sign and adhere to CRS´ Code of Conduct. CRS talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm. Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. About The Team General Requirements CRS offers are contingent on the selected candidate’s ability to legally work where the position is to be performed. Every government has a unique set of work permit eligibility requirements. All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside a home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical clearance; some work permit processes require clearing a separate government administered medical examination. CRS prioritizes candidates who are citizens/ permanent residents of the countries where we have CRS offices. Apply tot his job