The Alzheimer's Association is looking to strategically develop, implement, and scale AI and digital solutions to advance its mission, improve operational efficiency, and enhance engagement with constituents, donors, and partners. This role will translate organizational goals into actionable AI strategies, ensuring initiatives are ethical, inclusive, and aligned with the organization’s values and commitment to equitable health outcomes.
Requirements
- Deep understanding of AI technologies, machine learning, natural language processing, automation, and ethical AI frameworks.
- Demonstrated experience implementing enterprise-scale AI or automation projects from concept to execution in healthcare, nonprofits, or other mission-driven sectors.
- Experience with platforms such as Salesforce, Workday, Microsoft Azure AI, or equivalent.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field
- Preferred 10+ years of progressive leadership in AI, machine learning, data analytics, or digital transformation, with at least 5 years in a senior executive role.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and lifelong learning, with the ability to adapt strategies and approaches in response to emerging technologies, evolving best practices, and organizational needs.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, pilot, and scaling of AI applications, including predictive analytics, generative AI, natural language processing, and intelligent automation.
- Collaborate with IT, data governance, and security teams to ensure infrastructure readiness, system integration, and operational viability of AI solutions.
- Continuously research emerging AI and digital trends, evaluating their applicability and potential to drive mission impact.
- Develop and execute an enterprise-wide AI and digital transformation strategy aligned with the organization’s mission, strategic plan, and operational goals.
- Identify short- and long-term opportunities to integrate AI into core functions, including research, fundraising, donor engagement, advocacy, marketing, and internal operations.
- Establish and manage an AI & Automation Center of Excellence to set best practices, governance frameworks, and performance metrics.
- Oversee relationships with AI vendors, consultants, and technology partners, including contract negotiations and performance evaluations.
Other
- Serve as the senior AI and digital transformation advisor to the executive team, shaping organizational culture toward innovation and ethical technology adoption.
- Champion responsible, transparent AI practices that comply with relevant regulations, data privacy laws, and sector-specific standards (e.g., HIPAA, if applicable).
- Lead change management efforts to ensure smooth adoption of AI and digital tools across the organization.
- Effectively communicate the vision, benefits, and ethical considerations of AI across the organization and its community, tailoring messaging to different stakeholders in alignment with executive strategy.
- Partner with Human Resources and Learning & Development to upskill staff in AI literacy and adoption of new technologies.
- Build and lead a high-performing, cross-functional team of AI engineers, data scientists, business analysts, and project managers.
- Strong communication and storytelling skills to articulate AI’s impact to diverse audiences.
