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Who is Taco Bell? Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone's favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,200+ restaurants, 350 franchise organizations, that serve 42+ million fans each week around the globe. We're not only the largest Mexican-inspired quick service brand (QSR) in the world, we're also part of the biggest restaurant group in the world: Yum! Brands . Much of our fan love and authentic connection with our communities are rooted in being rebels with a cause. From ensuring we use high quality, sustainable ingredients to elevating restaurant technology in ways that hasn't been done before... we will continue to be inclusive, bold, challenge the status quo and push industry boundaries. We're a company that celebrates and advocates for different, has bold self-expression, strives for a better future, and brings the fun while we're at it. We fuel our culture with real people who bring unique experiences. We inspire and enable our teams and the world to Live Más. At Taco Bell, we're Cultural Rebels. Want to join in on the passion-fueled fun? Learn more about the career below. About Taco Bell Foundation: At the Taco Bell Foundation , we believe in supporting the passions and dreams of our young people. We invest in America's youth, ages 16-26, and help them pursue their educational goals and career aspirations - no matter what their unique passion. We leverage our scale and reach to convene the right partners and build impactful programs and experiences so these young people can confidently pursue their dream-career. Since 1992, the Foundation has reached more than 5 million young people across the country and has awarded more than $155 million in grants and scholarships, focused on education, mentorship and career readiness. About the Job: The Taco Bell Foundation Manager, Marketing and Communications is responsible to be primarily tasked with driving proactive brand-building programs for Taco Bell Foundation's marketing calendar and brand campaign initiatives. In addition, the role is responsible for responsible for overseeing all aspects of marketing and communications, developing and executing strategies that amplify the Foundation's impact, and building a world-class team to support the strategy execution. This role will be highly collaborative be a strategic and tactical, requiring an agile thinker with strong planning ability, interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for empowering youth, innovative approaches and a proven track record of leadership. This person will be the Head of Marketing and Communications for the Taco Bell Foundation and will serve on our senior leadership team. The Day-to-Day: + Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive marketing and communication strategies that align with the Foundation's mission, impact, and Roadmap, as well as with the greater Taco Bell parent brand, embodying Taco Bell's "Live Más" philosophy. This includes effectively driving long-term planning, facilitating progress, monitoring/reporting progress, and following up on action items for assigned initiatives. + Drive digital marketing strategy and execution, including website and email strategy and social media engagement, to reach and engage diverse audiences. This involves establishing and monitoring KPIs, performance metrics, and analytics to measure impact, while embracing Taco Bell's forward-thinking approach to technology and customer engagement. + Oversee the creation of compelling content such as press releases, emails, social media posts, and annual reports. The goal is to effectively communicate the Foundation's impact and resonate with various audiences, including internal Taco Bell corporate audiences, store level leaders, grant partners, scholars, Franchise communities, and Taco Bell fans, including donors. + Lead development of and ensure consistent messaging and branding-that is cohesive with the Taco Bell parent brand-across all platforms to increase the Foundation's visibility and reputation, impact. + Collaborate with leadership, programs, donor relations, and corporate teams to develop engaging event strategies that embody the fun and bold spirit of both the Taco Bell and Foundation brands. Additionally, forge strong partnerships with corporate entities, donors, and community organizations to broaden the Foundation's reach and resources, fostering alignment with Taco Bell's ethos of collaboration and community engagement. + Oversee the annual planning process for the Foundation's Marketing/Communications budget while partnering with Development leadership to grow engagement and raise annual gross targets. + Manage direct report(s) and help oversee the work of junior staff and support external agency partners Is this you? + Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience and coursework + 8+ years of PR/creative agency or in-house experience + 2+ years managing direct report(s) + Proven ability to develop and execute strategic marketing plans that drive engagement, fundraising and growth. + Strong verbal/written communication skills, with experience in storytelling and content creation that drives meaningful change. + Strong understanding of digital marketing, social media platforms, and emerging trends. + Experience managing earned media and securing press coverage + Experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization is a plus. + Organized, detail-oriented, creative, and adaptable under pressure + Curious, thrives in fast-paced environments + Passionate about brand and mission-driven work Work-Hard, Play-Hard: + Hybrid work schedule and year-round flex day Friday + Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons + Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building) + Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash, + Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions + Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering + Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program + 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting + Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care + Discounts, free food, swag and... honestly, too many good benefits to name Salary Range: $135,000-$150,000 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors. At Taco Bell, we Live M á s and invite you to do the same. Take a seat at our table. Bring your voice. Bring you, just as you are, a Cultural Rebel. We want you to be your best self! Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs. US Job Seekers/Employees - Click here to view the "Know Your Rights" poster and supplement and the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. Employment eligibility to work with Taco Bell in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position. California Residents: For more information about the categories of personal information we collect from you and how we use, sell, and share that information, please see our Privacy Notice for California Contractors and Privacy Notice for California Employees .

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