Director of Marketing & Communications

Direct Hire Auburn, Maine

• Location: Auburn, Maine
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #20003

ProSearch is proud to partner with Good Shepherd Food Bank in their search for a Director of Marketing & Communications, a key leadership role dedicated to amplifying the fight against hunger in Maine.

This is an opportunity to lead critical marketing, communications, and advocacy efforts that drive fundraising, elevate brand awareness, and engage with communities across the state. If you're an experienced strategic leader with a passion for social impact, this could be the perfect role for you.

Why This Role?

• Make a lasting impact by leading a statewide awareness campaign to change the narrative around hunger in Maine.
• Develop and execute strategic marketing initiatives that enhance fundraising and donor engagement.
• Be a key spokesperson for Good Shepherd Food Bank, engaging with media and the public to advocate for food security.
• Collaborate with a dedicated leadership team to drive key organizational initiatives forward.

• Develop, mentor, and empower a strong marketing and communications team.
• Work closely with executive leadership on strategy, budgeting, and goal setting.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and creativity.
• Oversee internal communications to align messaging and engagement across all staff.

• Serve as the primary media contact, managing press outreach, media events, and crisis communications.
• Lead a multi-year statewide public awareness campaign to reshape perceptions of hunger in Maine.
• Oversee branding, storytelling, and content creation to ensure a compelling, consistent public message.
• Manage the organization’s website, social media strategy, and marketing channels.

• Work with the Development team to align marketing strategies with donor engagement and fundraising goals.
• Create compelling fundraising appeals, donor materials, and event marketing.
• Develop advocacy messaging and public policy communications to support legislative priorities.

• Work with program managers to develop marketing materials that highlight key initiatives.
• Ensure all program-related communications align with the organization’s overall messaging strategy.
• Measure and analyze the effectiveness of communication efforts, using data to refine future strategies.

• 3+ years of marketing, communications, public relations, or fundraising experience in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in media relations, brand management, and digital marketing.
• Proven experience managing teams and external vendors.
• Ability to develop and execute data-driven marketing strategies.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• A passion for social impact and nonprofit work.

Join Us in the Fight Against Hunger

Good Shepherd Food Bank is Maine’s largest hunger-relief organization, dedicated to ensuring that everyone in the state has access to nutritious food. Guided by core values of Partnership, Agility, and Inclusion, this team is looking for a marketing leader ready to drive meaningful change.

ProSearch is honored to support this search, connecting top talent with organizations making a difference.

Please send a resume and cover letter to:
Mary Warren Libby, Director of Recruiting Services at ProSearch mary@prosearchmaine.com


ProSearch is proud to be an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.