Manager of Education and Engagement

Would you like to work with a non-profit organization that is making a difference in the lives of people living with dementia? Are you looking for an opportunity to not only manage a critical organizational function, but to be a part of its growth and development? The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia is seeking an innovative, dynamic Manager of Education and Engagement to work with our dedicated leadership team and staff to take our organization to the next level.

The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia (ASNS) is the leading not-for-profit organization working to improve the quality of life for Nova Scotians affected by Alzheimer's disease or other dementias and advance the search for the cause and cure. Since 1983, ASNS has provided help for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and their care partners – and that help comes in many ways. The organization has grown significantly over its 40+ years and presently employs over 40 well-trained, committed, hardworking staff, in the areas of Finance & Operations, Programs & Services, Research & Advocacy, and Philanthropy. We are now seeking a Manager of Education and Engagement to join our Research & Advocacy team.

Reporting to the Director of Research & Advocacy, the Manager of Education and Engagement is responsible for leading a core team of educators and engagement staff, providing direction on strategic activities including intentional outreach and engagement with diverse communities, and iterative quality improvement for both educational resource development and engagement strategies. In addition, the role will strategically support the broader organization on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) initiatives, including but not limited to: development and maintenance of strong community partnerships and application of an I.D.E.A. lens to the design and delivery of ASNS educational content.

As part of a strong and focused team, the Manager of Education and Engagement will bring their university-level education or equivalent, knowledge and experience, as well their professional collaborative approach, to this very important role. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, visit www.alzheimer.ca/ns/careers for a full role profile.

ASNS offers competitive salaries, a group RRSP plan, a comprehensive benefits package, an annual Education Allowance, an Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Committee initiatives. The annual salary band for this position is $70,546 to $72,546.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter as one pdf document to Sacha Nadeau, Director of Research & Advocacy, sacha.nadeau@asns.ca and Human Resources, hr@asns.ca. Your cover letter should include a description of how your skills, education, and experience make you a good candidate for this position. Please apply by Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 11:59 pm.

The Society values diversity and inclusion and is committed to supporting equity deserving communities. We are dedicated to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the people we serve and communities in which we live. Our commitment is to create an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to reach their potential.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and/or language minorities. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter. Please feel free to request accommodations as needed.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.