Archdiocese of Boston · 2 months ago
Chief Communications and Marketing Officer (FT)
Braintree, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expThe Archdiocese of Boston is a Roman Catholic religious community dedicated to various ministries. The Chief Communications & Marketing Officer will lead all communications and marketing efforts, shaping the public perception of the Oblates and advancing their mission across multiple channels.
CharityNon ProfitReligion
Responsibilities
Develop and execute an integrated communications and marketing strategy aligned with the mission and charism of the Province
Steward the OMV brand across all channels, ensuring clarity, consistency, and fidelity to Catholic teaching
Advise the Provincial and leadership on messaging, branding, and public presence; set goals, KPIs, and budgets and report on impact
Oversee digital channels (website, livestreams, YouTube, social media, email, digital ads) and lead content planning and production (video, audio, written, social) for ministries, events, and appeals
Collaborate with Catholic media partners and influencers; manage media relations, press releases, and storytelling about OMV ministries
Drive campaigns that promote OMV religious and seminarian vocations and communicate OMV charisms, including the Cause of Venerable Bruno Lanteri
Identify and implement AI tools and digital workflows that support evangelization, content creation, and operational efficiency, in line with Catholic moral principles
Lead a “vendor-first” model, managing agencies, freelancers, and technology partners; coordinate priests, seminarians, staff, and volunteers involved in content
Support issues/crisis communications (including safeguarding and accreditation) and handle sensitive information with strict confidentiality, prudence, and professionalism
Qualification
Required
Practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church, with a deep love for her mission
7+ years' experience in communications, marketing, media, or related fields, ideally in Catholic/Christian ministries, apostolates, media, or nonprofits
Strong familiarity with the Catholic media landscape and influencers (TV/radio, podcasts, digital apostolates, social creators)
Proven success leading multi-channel communications/marketing (web, social, email, video, print) and managing vendors or cross-functional teams
Excellent writing and storytelling skills; able to translate spiritual/theological content into accessible, engaging language
Comfortable using data and analytics (e.g., Google Analytics, email and social metrics) to guide decisions
Demonstrated discretion handling confidential and sensitive information
Clear evidence of ongoing learning and growth (new tools, courses, certifications, or self-directed study)
Preferred
Hands-on experience with AI tools (LLMs, AI writing assistants, image/video tools, automation platforms)
Experience in fundraising, annual appeals, or donor communications
Familiarity with WordPress, Mailchimp (or similar), livestreaming tools, and CRM/donor systems
Experience with religious communities, seminaries, or vocations promotion
Benefits
Medical benefits
401k
Chapel/Church on premises with daily Mass
Company
Archdiocese of Boston
The Archdiocese of Boston is the fourth largest archdiocese in the United States and is the spiritual home for more than 1.8 million Catholics.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Karla Jaramillo
Chief Operating Officer - BCDS
Erin Bizarro BA, MS
Senior HR Generalist/ HR Business Partner
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