National Communications and Marketing Manager

The Society of St. Vincent De Paul USA

Maryland Heights, MO

Job ID#: 15963173780

Posted: February 24, 2026

Expires: March 31, 2026

Category: Marketing/Advertising

Terms: Full-Time Employee

Experience: 2-5 Years

Education: Undergraduate Degree

Base Pay: $60k to $70k Salary

Send applications or inquiries to: svdp_search@magnanimity.us

Job Description

The Role

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA (SVdP) is seeking an up-and-coming communications and marketing manager to join its national office team in Maryland Heights, Missouri.

As SVdP's National Marketing and Communications Manager, you will raise the brand presence of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul via our social media, website, and media relations.

In the role, you will also provide support and information to both current members of the Society and those not yet involved in the Society through various forms of marketing and communication channels, including email, video, photography, digital graphic design and all other forms of both external and internal communication.

If you are the ideal candidate for this role, you will have a love for the Mission of the Society and the service of those most in need. You will also be in your first or second role in marketing and communications and be seeking to now broaden and expand your duties and impact. If hired, you will report to and work with SVdP's Senior National Director of Marketing & Communications, Paula Gwynn Grant.

Note: This role is full-time in the SVdP USA's national offices. Please no hybrid or remote applicants. Thank you.

Send applications (cover letter, resume, 3+ references) or inquiries to: svdp_search@magnanimity.us.

What You'll Do: Core Responsibilities

• Maintain the Society's social media presence through posts on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
• Monitor trends and analytics to make sure SVdP content meets the needs of our various online audiences, including Vincentians, donors, potential members, and those we serve.
• Design and produce marketing materials, including social media posts, donor communications, email campaigns, and others as assigned.
• Support broader communications efforts, including writing, interviewing, coordinating with vendors, and contacting media.
• Extract and pull together clips from video files.
• Create materials for the National Assembly, Midyear Meeting, and other national events, including presentations, save the dates, and email promotions.
• Promote the Society through support of several event sponsorships each year, including material development, booth management, swag creation, and follow up communication.
• Provide exceptional assistance to Vincentians requesting information regarding communications and branding.
• Support the initiatives of the Senior National Director of Marketing and Communications by providing help with various administrative tasks.
• Assist the Senior National Director of Marketing and Communications with various internal and external communications programs and initiatives, including media outreach.
• Deliver quality work product and accept responsibility for all duties.
• Complete other assignments as determined by the Senior National Director of Marketing and Communications.

What You Bring: Key Competencies

• You have a natural love for the work of the Society of SVdP.
• You are oriented toward efficient & effective communication.
• You are a self-starter and naturally initiate independent activity.
• You are time-conscious and hold yourself accountable to deadlines. You are known for excellent follow-through.
• You are excellent at prioritizing among various tasks, balancing multiple priorities and multi-tasking.
• You are willing to learn the National Council brand standards and "voice" and deploy them in all your work.
• You function very well on teams.
• You have a collaborative spirit and look forward to working with National Council staff, Vincentians and the general public across a variety of work functions.
• You are flexible and adaptable in a variety of different task assignments.
• You are competent in developing measurable objectives to gauge the success of your initiatives.

What You Need: Key Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and graphic design skills.
• Knowledge of social media algorithms and trends.
• Familiarity with paid advertising on social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Literacy and familiarity with key computer operating systems that the National Council Office currently uses, including Microsoft Office, the Adobe Creative Suite, HootSuite.
• Ability to maintain focus on work through interruptions.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and changing priorities.
• Ability to relate well to outside contacts and other staff members.
• Strong organizational abilities and demonstrated skills.
• Excellent proofreading skills and experience.
• Strong photography and/or video skills a plus.

About the Employer

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul operates globally, with a mission that is rooted in the teachings of its founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam, and its patron, St. Vincent de Paul. The organization is committed to embracing all works of charity and justice, making no distinctions among those they serve, as they see the face of Christ in everyone.

SVdP USA provides financial support, best practices, training, education, and spiritual formation for the growth and health of the Society's Councils, Conferences, and Special Works. With assistance from SVdP USA, local Councils and Conferences can better devote their own resources to serving their communities while developing and promoting innovative strategies that address social justice and assist those living in poverty.