Director, Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Training & Growth Lead

Alzheimer's Association - Orange County Chapter; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Job summary

Alzheimer’s Association is seeking a Director of Walk to End Alzheimer’s to lead strategy, training, and resources for the signature event. This remote role requires up to 70% travel and oversight of national programs, with a strong focus on revenue growth and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in national or regional event management, plus experience training staff and volunteers, and a proven track record in fundraising leadership within nonprofit environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 10+ years national or regional event management and training experience in a non-profit environment.
• Experience implementing $1M+ Walk, recruiting C-suite to lead Walk and sold top level sponsorships.
• 5+ years managing and coaching staff
• VHA local or regional executive leadership experience preferred.
• Organized Walk event experience with adaptable program experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a team member of the Home Office Walk to End Alzheimer’s team overseeing revenue growth and strategies.
• Oversee national program for Walk to End Alzheimer’s including training, resources and strategies for the Chapter network and volunteers.
• Develop and deliver training and consultation to Territories, Chapters and Co-horts.
• Lead development of nationwide onboarding and training curriculum for Walk to End Alzheimer’s including face to face training, web based trainings and additional resources and support.
• Monitor, evaluate and identify growth opportunities as part of planning and ongoing process.
• Oversee all resources and materials for Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Skills

Event management

Training & coaching

Fundraising strategy

Staff supervision

Executive leadership exposure

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Luminate

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alzheimer’s Association is seeking a Director of Walk to End Alzheimer’s to lead strategy, training, and resources for the signature event. This remote role requires up to 70% travel and oversight of national programs, with a strong focus on revenue growth and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in national or regional event management, plus experience training staff and volunteers, and a proven track record in fundraising leadership within nonprofit environments.