Sr. Director, Field Marketing & Communications

Alzheimer’s Association; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sr. Director, Field Marketing & Communications at the Alzheimer’s Association leads the integrated MarComm strategy for the Chicago market, shaping localized campaigns that align with national priorities.

This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution across media relations, digital strategy, and audience engagement. You will partner with national and regional MarComm teams, manage local materials, and guide volunteers and staff to amplify the Association’s mission while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in marketing and communications, with demonstrated success managing integrated strategies.
• Experience leading communications efforts within a major market or large metropolitan area preferred.
• Experience working in nonprofit, healthcare, or public health organizations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications plan for the priority market, aligning with the national plan.
• Provide counsel to local leadership on integrated strategies for mission and fundraising initiatives.
• Lead local media relations efforts and secure earned media coverage to raise visibility.
• Oversee market-level digital and social media strategy with engaging content.
• Support and activate local marketing campaigns across paid, owned, and earned channels to drive engagement and revenue.

Skills

Media relations

Project management

Collaboration

Writing & storytelling

Analytics

Digital & social media

Stakeholder relations

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or related field

Job description

Position Summary:

The Alzheimer’s Association is seeking a strategic, results-driven Director of Field Marketing and Communications to lead the integrated MarComm strategy for the Association’s presence in a priority market (Chicago). This role is responsible for developing and executing localized marketing and communications initiatives that increase awareness, drive engagement, and strengthen the Association’s reputation and impact across mission and revenue priorities.

The Sr. Director will serve as the primary MarComm lead for the market (Chicago) — acting as both strategist and hands‑on practitioner—collaborating with internal teams, media, and community partners to ensure cohesive and compelling brand storytelling that aligns with national priorities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications plan to support the Association’s goals in the priority market, aligning with the organization’s national strategic plan.
• Provide counsel to local leadership and staff on integrated marketing and communications strategies for mission and fundraising initiatives.
• Lead local media relations efforts, building relationships with media and securing earned media coverage to elevate visibility of the Association’s work and impact.
• Oversee market-level digital and social media strategy, ensuring consistent, engaging content that promotes the full mission and resonates with diverse audiences.
• Support and activate local marketing campaigns based on national templates across paid, owned, and earned channels to drive constituent engagement and revenue.
• Manage development of local materials (collateral, newsletters, advertising, web content) that adhere to brand standards and key messaging.
• Collaborate with national and regional MarComm colleagues to ensure consistency, share best practices, and optimize resources for maximum impact.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of marketing and communications efforts through data and analytics to measure effectiveness and inform strategy.
• Serve as a brand ambassador and spokesperson when appropriate, representing the Association in the community and with external partners.
• Recruit, train, and empower volunteers to serve as spokespersons and community advocates, amplifying the organization’s visibility and impact within the priority market.
• Ensure inclusive and culturally responsive communications, reflecting the Association’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all outreach efforts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in marketing and communications, with demonstrated success managing integrated strategies.
• Experience leading communications efforts within a major market or large metropolitan area preferred.
• Experience working in nonprofit, healthcare, or public health organizations is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong media relations experience and familiarity with the local media landscape.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong writing, storytelling, and presentation skills.
• Experience using analytics to inform communications strategies.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate organizational goals into actionable communication strategies.
• Skilled in developing compelling, mission-driven messaging and creative campaigns.
• Adept at building relationships with diverse stakeholders, including media, partners, volunteers, and donors.
• Proficient in digital and social media marketing best practices.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable.
• Committed to upholding the Alzheimer’s Association’s values, ethics, and commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Ability to travel
• Must have a valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, a good driving record, and proof of automobile insurance

Title: Sr. Director, Field Marketing & Communications

Position Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Full Time: Based on 37.5 hours per week

Position Grade & Compensation: Grade 310 The Alzheimer's Association’s good faith expectation for the salary range for this role is between $110,000 – $135,000

Reports To: Territory Marketing and Communications Director

Who We Are:

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia– by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

The Alzheimer’s Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in research for 2023. This unparalleled commitment is illustrative of the momentum we are building in dementia research — our investments today will lead to breakthroughs tomorrow.

At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,750 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the disease.

We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and those that may develop the disease in the future. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org/jobs to explore who we are and why we've been recognized as a Best Place to Work for the last twelve years in a row.

At the Alzheimer’s Association, we believe that diverse perspectives are critical to achieving health equity — meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia.

The Alzheimer’s Association commitment remains steadfast in engaging all communities in our full mission. The Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment to the fullest extent required by law, including, but not limited to, on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing. They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan. Please click HERE for more information.

Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.