The Opportunity

The Chief Engagement and Growth Officer is a senior executive leader responsible for shaping and executing enterprise-wide strategies that strengthen engagement, expand membership, and grow the oncology nursing community. This role oversees membership development, marketing, communications, volunteerism, meetings, and digital engagement assuring a cohesive, data-informed approach that delivers meaningful value to members throughout their careers.

As a member of the ONS Executive Leadership Team, you will partner closely with the CEO, Board, cross-functional leaders, and staff to advance strategic initiatives, accelerate growth, and position ONS for long-term sustainability and impact.

What You’ll Lead

Engagement & Growth Strategy

• Design and execute strategies that drive member recruitment, retention, and lifetime value at national and international levels. 
• Own and continuously improve the end-to-end member experience—from joining and onboarding to leadership engagement and renewal. 
• Develop onboarding, re-engagement, and churn-reduction initiatives supported by data and lifecycle insights. 
• Analyze membership metrics and performance indicators to guide decision-making and measure impact. 

Volunteerism & Chapters

• Set the enterprise vision for volunteer engagement, leadership development, and recognition across ONS, ONF, and ONCC. 
• Build and sustain a volunteer leadership pipeline that supports progression from early career involvement to organizational leadership. 
• Oversee strategy and staff support for local chapters, strengthening grassroots engagement and leadership capacity.

Marketing, Communications & Brand

• Define and lead a unified, enterprise-wide marketing strategy aligned to organizational priorities. 
• Develop integrated campaigns that clearly articulate the value of ONS, ONCC, and ONF. 
• Oversee public relations, media strategy, and external communications while ensuring strong data integrity and governance.

Meetings & Digital Engagement

• Provide executive oversight of major member events, including annual conferences and regional meetings.
• Ensure digital platforms and engagement channels foster community, learning, and professional connection.

Executive Leadership

• Manage annual budgets and business cases to ensure strategic alignment and responsible stewardship of resources. 
• Lead and develop high-performing teams, championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. 
• Drive organizational change and innovation to support new business and service models. 

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field required; master’s degree strongly preferred. 
• 10+ years of leadership experience in growth-oriented organizations, ideally within healthcare associations or membership-based environments. 
• Proven success growing membership, engagement, and community through strategic, data-driven approaches. 
• Executive presence with the ability to influence, collaborate, and inspire across diverse stakeholders.

Work Environment & Travel

• Full-time, remote (work-from-home) position. 
• Travel up to 20% to support events, leadership meetings, and strategic initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits

We use a market-based approach to compensation, considering experience, qualifications, and market conditions. 

Benefits include:

• Continuing education allowance
• Flexible schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health and dental benefits
• Fitness and wellness resources
• Travel opportunities

Our Commitment to Inclusion

ONS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and are committed to building a workplace that reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply