Director of Communications

Job Summary:

Credntia is a start-up leading the mobile application and identity management space. We are recruiting a Director of Communications (Part-time / Remote) to lead the company’s marketing and communications efforts. With the expertise in the marketing of technology products and/or mobile applications, this individual will be responsible for developing and implementing the annual marketing plan for Credntia mobile products, our customer acquisition strategy and oversee the corporate image and promotion of all Credntia initiatives and events.

Responsibilities:

Communications and PR

• Facilitate external communications by overseeing marketing collateral, digital media, advertising, traditional media and events.
• Work with design team on the design, production and distribution of all marketing collateral.
• Manage the relationship with Credntia PR and communications partners
• Act as Credntia’s representative to the media and ensure regular contact with media and provide appropriate response to media requests.
• Oversee the organization’s website, mobile and digital media platforms, reports, brochures, and related collateral pieces.
• Implement methods to benchmark and measure the impact of Credntia’s communications efforts.
• Develop and implement customer acquisition strategy.

Corporate Strategy

• Work with staff and the Board of Directors to develop and maintain the strategic direction regarding Credntia programs and services and keep Credntia on message.
• Manage Credntia’s brand and identity in web, social and print materials.
• Promote Credntia as a thought leader within the marketplace and among members of the general public.
• Ensure the articulation of Credntia’s desired image and position, both internally and externally.
• Help assure that Credntia’s vision and mission practiced throughout the organization.
• Develop and coordinate means to seek regular input from Credntia’s design and development teams about the customer experience and its development

Leadership and Management

• Work with the President and CEO to establish the annual marketing and communications strategy and develop specific marketing and communications objectives.
• Ensure strategy objectives are met and direct resources as necessary.
• Develop budgets for all marketing and communications initiatives and events.
• Secure media sponsorships for programs and projects establishing effective partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Maintain a climate that attracts, retains and motivates top quality personnel.
• Recruit, train, appraise, supervise and support qualified marketing personnel
• Manage and support program teams to promote the range of Credntia communications initiatives.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in the design and execution of marketing, communications of programs, products and events.
• Strong creative, strategic, organizational and social skills.
• Experience with marketing technology and/or mobile products
• Experience developing and managing budgets.
• Experience working with start-up teams and/or working autonomously
• Ability to oversee the design and production of multiple marketing pieces simultaneously.
• Experience with digital and social media, and analytics to monitor marketing impact.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing, communications with demonstrated success, preferably in the start-up and/or technology sector.
• Desired: Bachelor degree in marketing, communications or a related field.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience

Location:
Remote / Telecommuting

Position:
Part-time (20-25 hours a week)

Application Deadline:
5PM, Monday 19th December.