Sr Advisor Technology Services (Memphis TN)
Memphis, TN - USA
Job Summary
The Senior Advisor Technology Services plays a critical role in driving a culture of collaboration and integrated strategy across ITS the ALSAC enterprise and external partners. This leader is responsible for shaping and executing operational strategy within a designated focus area while ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities.
This role is highly cross-functional requiring strong relationship-building strategic thinking and the ability to translate complex business needs into scalable technology-enabled solutions. The Senior Advisor will proactively identify opportunities manage risks and lead efforts that connect teams ideas and initiatives to deliver measurable business outcomes.
A key aspect of this role includes advancing AI and automation adoption as a strategic partner who can identify high-value opportunities guide pilot efforts to production and lead change management to ensure successful adoption.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to ITS leadership and business stakeholders translating business needs into technology strategies aligned with enterprise goals
- Represent business partners in conversations with senior leadership regarding strategic priorities revenue goals and operational needs
- Build strong relationships across all levels of the organization to drive alignment and shared outcomes
- Facilitate collaboration across teams ensuring integrated solutions that meet enterprise needs
- Connect initiatives teams and stakeholders to deliver cohesive strategies and operational plans
- Partner with business and IT leaders to design test and implement scalable efficient processes
- Lead the execution of operational strategies within your focus area (e.g. IT governance business process integration technology services)
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement adaptability and responsiveness to changing business needs
- Establish and reinforce organizational norms behaviors and ways of working that support success
- Identify opportunities where AI and automation can enhance business processes and improve outcomes
- Partner with technical teams to move AI/automation solutions from pilot to production
- Define success metrics and monitor performance to ensure AI investments deliver measurable value
- Lead change management and stakeholder engagement to drive adoption and sustainability
- Identify assess and mitigate risks related to business operations and technology initiatives
- Develop and implement strategies to ensure continuity compliance and operational resilience
- Leverage data and analytics to inform decisions uncover trends and optimize performance
- Serve as a leader across ITS and enterprise initiatives both internally and with external partners
- Use influence strong communication and organizational awareness to drive clarity alignment and commitment
- Ensure ITS vision and strategy are effectively communicated and understood across stakeholders
- Strategic Business & Technology Advisory: Align business needs with scalable technology strategies
- Product & Platform Roadmap Alignment: Ensure business priorities are reflected in roadmaps
- Cross-Functional Integration: Deliver connected enterprise-wide solutions
- Fundraising & Business Domain Expertise: Align technology with operational and fundraising outcomes
- 7 years of experience in fundraising IT operations communications supplier management or a related field
- Demonstrated progression in leadership responsibilities including strategic planning budgeting and organizational development
- Strong business acumen with the ability to bridge business and technology
- Practical understanding of AI and automation use cases in business environments
- Experience driving cross-functional initiatives and influencing without direct authority
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts
- Proven ability to manage ambiguity navigate organizational dynamics and drive results
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration Management Information Systems Communications or related field
This position is based at ALSACs National Executive Office in Memphis TN and is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
- Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical Dental and Vison Insurance plans)
- 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
- Exceptional Paid Time Off
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
- Infertility Treatment Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Education Assistance
- Enterprise Learning and Development
- And more
ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.
ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity transgender status disability veteran status genetic information or other protected status.
No Search Firms:
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
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