Vice President of Marketing Strategy

Unbound is an international nonprofit based in Kansas City, KS called to put the needs of the marginalized and vulnerable first. We build relationships of mutual respect and support that bridge cultural, religious, and economic divides. Working side by side with people of diverse faith traditions in Africa, Asia and Latin America, we bring people together to challenge poverty in new and innovative ways. Our Mission is to support families and communities worldwide on their self-directed path out of poverty.

We’re seeking a Vice President of Marketing Strategy & Growth to craft and execute breakthrough strategies that engage new and existing donors and grow our global impact. Ideally suited for a dynamic and visionary marketing and communications executive, this role is responsible for shaping and leading a bold, unifying brand and marketing vision that elevates Unbound’s voice, inspires generosity, and grows a global community of supporters.

Brand & Marketing Strategy:

• Lead the development and execution of a long-term, integrated brand and marketing strategy rooted in Unbound’s mission and values.
• Drive growth through innovative GTM campaigns across advertising, PR, digital, social, and content channels.
• Oversee and optimize performance of digital acquisition strategies in partnership with external media agencies.
• Advance brand architecture, content strategy, and donor engagement efforts to ensure clarity, consistency, and inspiration across all touchpoints.

Cross-Functional & Team Leadership:

• Inspire and lead a multidisciplinary team of marketers, creatives, and media professionals.
• Cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability rooted in mission.
• Collaborate across departments—Philanthropy, Product, International Programs, Donor Experience—to ensure cohesive brand and campaign execution.
• Serve as a visible and values-driven leader, aligning stakeholders around a unified brand story and shared growth goals.

Technology, Insights & Optimization:

• Enhance marketing effectiveness through data-driven strategies, analytics, and personalization.
• Champion AI and marketing tech solutions that scale impact and optimize donor experiences.
• Implement tools and processes to support agile planning, performance tracking, and strategic decision-making.

Storytelling & Content:

• Oversee narrative strategy and creative direction for external communications.
• Ensure stories are ethically sourced, emotionally resonant, and aligned with Unbound’s voice and values.
• Guide editorial calendars and creative development to amplify the voices of those we serve.

Media Relations & Public Engagement:

• Elevate Unbound’s visibility and thought leadership through strategic PR and media engagement.
• Lead proactive media efforts, executive positioning, and crisis communications in alignment with Unbound’s mission.

• 10+ years’ progressive experience in marketing, with at least 5 years in integrated marketing leadership roles.
• Experience working in nonprofit or donor-driven organizations, with a background in international development or global nonprofit work strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading multi-year, organization-wide, comprehensive campaigns that align brand, fundraising, and engagement strategies across teams and channels.
• Familiarity with marketing to high-net-worth donors and tailoring strategies to communicate impact and alignment.
• Strategic thinker and creative problem-solver, fluent in donor-centric, full-funnel marketing.
• A growth-oriented leader with a track record of delivering measurable results in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong verbal, written and presentation skills, and the ability to work strategically with all levels of an organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 15%; primarily domestic, but periodic trips abroad.
• Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven and self-directed leadership style.

Our Commitment to You

At Unbound, you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find purpose. Your work will empower families worldwide, while you grow within a collaborative, mission-driven culture. We offer competitive benefits, hybrid flexibility, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.

• Generous healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision with your choice of two plans.
• Hybrid work policy and flexibility that offers work/life balance with the ability to work from home 2-3 days/week.
• 12 paid holidays and one floating holiday to use on a date of your choosing. Additionally, 1 volunteer day.
• 20 days paid time off with additional days for tenure.
• Generous parental leave policy.
• 403b plan that contributes 6% of gross income towards your retirement account that is automatically vested.

Unbound will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

OMNI is honored to be retained in this search. We appreciate your referrals to professionals who may have an interest in this outstanding opportunity. Formal interest accepted through the OMNI Executive Career Portal. Please direct all inquiries to:

OMNI Human Resource Solutions

Michelle Anderson, Vice President of Executive Search – manderson@omnihrm.com

OMNI and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers.