Careers

Make Your Mark at NJRHA – Where Hospitality Meets Impact

Are you a creative powerhouse with a passion for marketing, branding, and unforgettable experiences? Do you want to make a impact on the hospitality industry in the Garden State through messaging and real-world experiences? The New Jersey Restaurant & Hospitality Association (NJRHA) is seeking a Marketing & Engagement Manager ready to drive innovation and elevate our brand and events to new heights. This is your chance to lead with purpose and leave a lasting impression on an entire industry.

About Us

At NJRHA, we’re more than a trade association—we’re a thriving community championing the restaurant and hospitality industry across the Garden State. We advocate, educate, and engage our members, and we’re looking for a marketing maven who’s eager to amplify our mission and expand our reach.

As the Marketing & Engagement Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind our branding, digital strategy, and event promotions. You’ll work across departments to craft compelling campaigns, enhance the member experience, and ensure NJRHA remains as a prominent association in New Jersey.

Your Impact:

• Develop and execute bold, creative marketing strategies to promote NJRHA programs, initiatives, and events.

• Own our branding—evolve our look, feel, and messaging to reflect who we are and where we’re going.

• Design and manage multi-channel campaigns that resonate with members and stakeholders alike.

• Lead our events to boost awareness, engagement, and attendance.

• Elevate our digital presence through website updates, email marketing, social media storytelling, and analytics tracking.

• Cultivate community—build meaningful connections with members and encourage their active involvement.

Who You Are:

• A strategic thinker with a strong creative flair.

• Experienced in marketing, communications, or event management (3–5 years preferred).

• Skilled in digital tools—social media, email platforms, CMS, basic graphic design (Canva or Adobe a plus).

• A strong writer and storyteller who can bring brand narratives to life.

• Passionate about hospitality and the power of community.

• You’ll be in the driver’s seat leading events for one of New Jersey’s most vibrant industries.

• You’ll work with a passionate team that values innovation, creativity, and impact.

• You’ll make a real difference in the lives of our members—and have fun doing it.

Based out of the Hospitality House in Trenton, NJ this position offers a hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office/2 days remote)

Starting salary: $50,000

Benefits: [Health, dental, vision, PTO, professional development, etc.]

Ready to bring your energy, creativity, and marketing chops to the table? Apply today and help us shape the future of hospitality in New Jersey.

To apply: Send your resume and cover letter to dklim@njrha.org