Chief Marketing and Communications Officer

Chief Marketing & Communications Officer

Remote-first with occasional travel required
Full-Time Exempt Reports to the CEO

Elevate the Voice of Global Nursing Leadership with Sigma

Join an organization that doesnt just talk about excellencewe set the global standard. As Sigma Nursing enters its second century of impact were seeking a Chief Marketing and Communications Officer (CMCO)to lead the next chapter of bold innovation global connection and mission-driven storytelling. This is more than a senior-level roleits an opportunity to shape the voice of a century-strong organization at the forefront of nursing leadership and advocacy worldwide.

As a member of Sigmas executive leadership team the CMCO will serve as the strategic architect behind a reimagined brand identity member engagement strategy and global communications framework. This leader will champion cross-functional initiativesthat unite our diverse community inspire the next generation of nurses and elevate Sigmas impact on a global stage.We are looking for a passionate executive with deep association experience who believes marketing should ignite imagination not just meet metricsand who thrives at the intersection of heart strategy and innovation.

A Day in the Life

Your days will never be the samebut they will be meaningful. Youll partner directly with the CEO the Chief Volunteer and Engagement Officer (your executive-level bestie) and a committed leadership team to redefine how the world sees Sigma and the nursing profession. Youlllead an in-house marketing and communications team through a period of transformational change driving alignment across social media newsletters brand campaigns merchandise and PR initiatives. Youll take the lead on signature events and global campaigns including an elevated strategy for National Nurses Week showcasing the authentic diverse faces of nursing through powerful storytelling. Youll own the voice of Sigmabuilding trust credibility and relevance with audiences ranging from new Gen Z nurses to long-standing legacy members to external partners across the globe.

This role calls for equal parts strategy creativity and operational leadership. Youll be entrusted to evaluate and evolve our marketing tech stack build an internal structure that empowers your team to thrive and establish clear KPIs that reflect growth innovation and connection. Whether youre leading a rebrand launching a TikTok campaign partnering with membership on Gen Z retention or developing an op-ed for The New York Times your work will have visibility purpose and global reach.

You Would Thrive in This Position If

• Youre an association marketing executivewith a proven track record of leading bold mission-driven communications in complex organizations.

• You bring visionary leadership grounded in strategy but inspired by possibilityable to honor a legacy while launching forward into innovation.

• Youve led successful team restructures or turnarounds and know how to inspire coach and upskill existing staff while building capacity for the future.

• You believe branding is more than designits emotional storytelling audience alignment and authentic messaging that makes people feel something.

• Youre ready to reposition an organization as a global thought leader including PR strategy op-eds external partnerships and high-profile campaigns.

• You deeply understand non-duesrevenue streams and can create dynamic marketing strategies for merchandise events certification programs and publishing products.

• Youre passionate about healthcare and equity and unafraid to lead in complex DEIB conversations with heart humility and clarity.

• Youre tech-forward eager to lead Sigmas digital transformation in email systems campaign platforms and engagement toolswhile recognizing when to balance that with traditional outreach (like direct mail for new member invites).

• You dontjust tolerate changeyou drive it. You see opportunity where others see barriers. You want to dream bigger and do meaningful work that matters.

Why Sigma

At Sigma Nursing were not only advancing the future of nursingwere reimagining what it means to lead with purpose innovation and impact. That commitment to excellence starts with our people. As the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer youll step into a mission-driven globally respected organization that values your strategic voice and empowers you to lead lasting transformation.

We offer:

• Exceptional benefits including generous PTO HSA contributions comprehensive insurance and a strong retirement match

• A high-impact executive rolewhere your strategic leadership directly influences global brand perception member engagement and organizational growth

• A collaborative fast-paced environment that encourages creativity agility and bold ideas

• Work-life balance perks like summer half-day Fridays and a paid holiday closure at years end

• The flexibility to work fully remote with a strong and supportive team culture regardless of location

Additional Details

This is a fully remote positionwith occasional in-person presence requestedtypically in alignment with monthly CEO visits to our Indianapolis headquarters or for organization-wide events. While location flexibility is supported preference may be given to candidates based in or near Indianapolis for ease of collaboration.

This is not an entry-point executive rolewe are seeking a seasoned visionary association marketing leader with a proven ability to navigate complexity inspire high-performing teams and craft bold narratives that elevate mission and message. If you are energized by the opportunity to own a powerful brand drive strategic innovation and transform the way the world sees Sigma and the nursing profession we invite you to bring your voice to our executive team.

Ready to Elevate the Voice of Global Nursing

Apply today to lead Sigmas bold communications futurecrafting a brand that reflects the passion excellence and innovation of the worlds top nursing professionals.

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