Overview
Director of Private Sector Partnerships Jobs in Seattle, WA at The Max Foundation
Title: Director of Private Sector Partnerships
Reports to: VP of Program Strategy
Status: Salaried, Exempt
Location: Seattle, WA or Remote Home Office
Foundation Overview:
The Max Foundation is a leading global health nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating health equity. For more than 26 years, Max has pioneered practical, scalable, high-quality solutions to bring life-extending treatments and patient-centered health care to more than 100,000 people living with cancer and critical illness in low- and middle-income countries. Max believes in a world where all people can access high-impact medicines, where geography is not destiny, and where everyone can strive for health with dignity and with hope. Learn more about The Max Foundation: https://www.themaxfoundation.org/.
Role Summary:
The Director of Private Sector Partnerships will report to the VP of Program Strategy and will be accountable for the strategy and design of our partnerships with pharmaceutical, diagnostics, and other private sector entities. The Director of Private Sector Partnerships will be responsible for providing direction, contributing to strategic plans, supporting our programmatic initiatives, and managing team members in our Program Partnerships department. The Director of Private Sector Partnerships will serve as a decision-maker for the development of internal strategies and programmatic concepts and designs for our corporate partnerships. This position will focus on establishing and nurturing high-impact partnerships to expand global access to innovative medicines and diagnostics, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and goals. The Director of Private Sector Partnerships will also be a key leader in managing, onboarding, and stewarding global partners to our work.
Responsibilities:
Strategy and Team Development
Responsible for facilitating the strategy for the addition of new products and programs into the Max Access Solutions portfolio, in collaboration with the VP of Program Strategy, and peer Programmatic Directors.
Implements annual business development plans by coordinating internal and external resources, provides leadership and direction to direct reports
Identifies key private sector trends and opportunities to align organizational priorities with innovative industry solutions
Provides oversight for day-to-day relationships with key Humanitarian PACT partners and provides direction and support to Program Managers in their relationships with all Humanitarian PACT partners
Partnership Development
Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with senior executives in pharmaceutical, diagnostics, and other relevant industries
Negotiates and manages agreements to facilitate product access, availability, and distribution in underserved markets
Works closely with internal teams to develop compelling partnership proposals and initiatives that align with organizational goals
Program Management and Execution
Oversees the implementation of partnership agreements, ensuring effective collaboration and adherence to commitments
Collaborates with technical, programmatic, and advocacy teams to align private sector partnerships with public sector partners, global health initiatives, and organizational programs
Advocacy and Representation
Represents the organization at global health forums, industry events, and partner meetings to advance our mission and visibility
Advocates for innovative approaches and models to expand access to medicines and diagnostics in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)
Resource Mobilization
Identifies funding opportunities from private sector partners, including corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs, foundations, and grants
Collaborates with the Development and Communications department to secure funding and in-kind contributions that support access initiatives
Data and Impact Measurement
Partner with the Director of Monitoring & Evaluation and Regional leaders to develop metrics that assess the success and impact of partnerships on expanding access to innovative health solutions
Regularly reports progress to leadership, funders, and stakeholders
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s or relevant certification in Public Health, Business Administration, International Development, or a related field preferred, PhD a plus
10+ years of professional experience in private sector engagement, global health, or a related field
Proven track record in establishing and managing partnerships with pharmaceutical, diagnostics, or health technology companies
Strong understanding of global health challenges, access issues in LMICs, and regulatory landscapes.
Excellent analytical skills and proven ability to make critical decisions
Advanced strategy and people management skills and ability to navigate in a fast-paced environment with a solid track-record of following through on commitments
Exceptional relationship-building and negotiation skills with high-level stakeholders
Experience working in a global and multicultural capacity across time zones and among diverse team
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills; written and verbal fluency in French, Spanish, or another language, a plus
Willing and able to travel domestically or internationally, on a semi-frequent basis
Skills and Attributes:
Passionate about The Max Foundation’s mission and vision, and determined to lead and accomplish all goals related to current and future strategic plans
High attention to detail and a high standard for quality work product
Understanding of and comfortable in a global environment, with an emphasis on low and middle-income countries
Passion for exceptional collaboration, and flexibility to do what it takes to elevate positive culture
Comfort working in a complex, fast-paced, and high-workload environment
Caring, humble, and people-oriented servant leader
Resourceful, finds solutions using all available data to overcome challenges impacting the organization
Benefits Summary:
Employer-sponsored benefits include:
100% medical (including a vision provision) and dental premium coverage for employees; 50% premium coverage for spouse and/or dependents
Annual vacation accrual of 80 hours (increases over time), personal time accrual of 52 hours, 12 paid company holidays, and 2 floating holiday per year
$10,000 Basic Life and AD&D insurance coverage; Short-term disability insurance
Additional benefits include:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Optional employee covered Long Term Disability and Supplemental Life insurance
Eligibility for 401k plan after 3 months of employment
Monthly wellness benefit (earn up to $70/month), Costco membership, and WFH/Commuter Stipend ($1,800/year)
To Apply: Visit our website at https://www.themaxfoundation.org/careers to apply. Please include résumé and cover letter.
The Max Foundation is dedicated to diversity in staff and is an equal opportunity employer.
Title: Director of Private Sector Partnerships
Company: The Max Foundation
Location: Seattle, WA
