Marketing Manager

About Break Through Tech

Break Through Tech transforms how tech talent is discovered, developed, and connected to opportunity in the age of AI. Working across higher education and industry, Break Through Tech delivers programs nationwide and integrates technical training, work-based learning, mentorship, and career readiness with deep employer partnerships to create more effective and scalable routes into early tech careers. Break Through Tech is actively shaping the field of early tech talent development by identifying what works, translating those insights into replicable models, and helping define more consistent approaches to how talent is prepared, assessed, and hired across institutions and employers.

At a moment when AI is reshaping every aspect of work and society, Break Through Tech’s mission is urgent: to ensure that the people who build what comes next — and who are in the room where the most consequential technology decisions of our time get made — look like the world they will shape. Learn more about our work at www.breakthroughtech.org/.

Position Summary

We’re looking for a strategic, high-impact Marketing Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Chief Strategy an External Affairs Officer, the Marketing Manager is responsible for driving brand visibility, market engagement, and business growth through integrated marketing initiatives. This role combines strategic planning, campaign execution, stakeholder collaboration, and performance analysis to move target audiences from awareness to engagement and conversion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential duties of this role are grouped into these categories, with the approximate percentage of time spent on each category indicated below

Campaign Management (20%)

Design and manage a portfolio of high-priority marketing campaigns and initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and target audiences.

Marketing Strategy (20%)

Develop and implement integrated marketing plans that include digital campaigns, events, thought leadership, content marketing, and personalized outreach in coordination with executive leadership and other members of the External Relations team.

Content Leadership (15%)

Lead the development of marketing materials, campaign messaging, presentations, and promotional assets in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Coordination (15%)

Partners with leadership, program teams, and external advisors to present compelling cases for support and maintain alignment with strategic objectives.

Stakeholder Engagement (10%)

Partner with executive leadership, industry engagement teams, and subject matter professionals to ensure marketing programs support strategic priorities.

Reporting & Analytics (10%)

Prepare regular reports and dashboard updates on campaign activity, lead generation, audience engagement, pipeline contribution, and return on investment.

Budget & Operations Coordination (10%)

Work collaboratively with Finance and the Chief Strategy and External Affairs Officer to track marketing budgets, process vendor expenses, and manage resource allocation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong strategic thinking and campaign planning capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and navigate complex stakeholder environments.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make performance-based recommendations.

Ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and influence decision-making without direct authority.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Public Relations, or a related field required.

Master’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

5-7+ years of progressive experience in marketing, communications, campaign management, or business development support.

Demonstrated success developing and executing integrated marketing strategies that drive measurable business results.

Experience managing multiple projects, stakeholders, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Prior experience working with CRM systems, marketing automation tools, analytics platforms, and digital marketing channels preferred.

Work Model/Location

This role is available as a remote or hybrid work arrangement, although hybrid is preferred. If hybrid, you are expected to work on-site in New York City at least 1 day per week on Wednesday, based on Break Through Tech and team needs. If remote, periodic in-person attendance is required for all-staff meetings, trainings, retreats, or similar Break Through Tech events.

Compensation

The annual salary range is $100,000 - $115,000, depending on experience.

Benefits

At Break Through Tech, we care deeply about supporting our employees and their families. We offer a competitive, thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance. Eligible employees have access to day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with tax-advantaged HSA and FSA options, mental health resources, wellness offerings, commuter benefits, and convenient prescription support. We also provide employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and a generous 401(k) benefit with a 10% employer contribution, regardless of employee participation. Additional voluntary benefits and wellbeing programs help support employees and their families both at work and beyond.

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Break Through Tech believes in creating a more equitable playing field for applicants and values the depth of relevant skills built through successful education, work, and life experiences. If your background and skills are a close match for this position, you are strongly encouraged to apply. Break Through Tech is committed to further building and maintaining a staff that reflects the full range of communities we serve and is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Break Through Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment at Break Through Tech is contingent upon successful completion of references and a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal record, and other relevant screenings as permitted by law. Background checks are conducted after a conditional offer of employment and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.