Strategic Partnerships & Corporate Relations Director

Infectious Diseases Society of America

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Infectious Diseases Society of America is seeking a seasoned leader to drive strategic partnerships and corporate sponsorships for the IDSA Foundation. You will build and manage a portfolio of industry partners, develop long-term engagement plans, and lead initiatives that align funding with workforce development, education, and public health priorities.

You will oversee advisory boards, executive roundtables, and sponsored projects, while forecasting revenue and ensuring compliance across

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in corporate partnerships and related fields.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Proven track record in five- and six-figure partnerships and revenue.
Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.
Experience supervising staff and cross-department collaboration.
Proficiency with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage a portfolio of corporate partners and prospective funders.
Create and execute strategies to secure new and expanded funding opportunities.
Lead partner cultivation, solicitation, negotiation, and stewardship activities.
Develop multi-year partnership agreements and long-term engagement strategies.
Contribute to annual revenue forecasting and budget planning.
Identify and develop strategic alliances with pharma, biotech, diagnostics and related organizations.
Cultivate relationships with industry partners and oversee advisory boards and roundtables.
Monitor industry trends and provide market intelligence to leadership.