Senior Director, Cancer Center Partnerships

At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities. 

The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.

The Senior Director plays a critical role in integrating pillar priorities, promoting ACS programs and services, leading and developing teams, and providing operational oversight for a team of specialized Associate Directors. This position drives measurable improvements in cancer outcomes by cultivating partnerships with NCI-designated Cancer Centers, Integrated Delivery Systems, Commission on Cancer-accredited programs, Veterans’ health systems, and Safety Net Hospitals. As a strategic leader, the Senior Director ensures alignment with ACS priorities, fosters collaboration, and aligns efforts with national goals to deliver coordinated, patient-centered cancer care. Success in this role is defined by the ability to build and sustain executive-level relationships, mobilize partners, and connect local efforts with national strategies to achieve measurable outcomes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide leadership and engage stakeholders across health systems –including NCI-designated Cancer Centers, Integrated Delivery Systems, Commission on Cancer-accredited programs, Veterans’ Health Systems, and Safety Net Hospitals – to strengthen collaboration and accelerate impact across the cancer care continuum. 30%
• Lead and develop high-performing teams by coaching and mentoring leaders, setting clear objectives, managing performance in an inclusive, results-driven culture. 20%
• Drive strategic integration of pillar priorities through strategic account management and resource alignment. 20%
• Ensure operational excellence by managing budgets, allocating resources, and ensuring compliance while supporting change management and organizational priorities. 15%
• Deliver cross pillar collaboration across the enterprise (ACS CAN, Development, Discovery, etc.) to engage partners, volunteers, and communities in ACS priority initiatives. 15%

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree in public health, Healthcare Administration, Healthcare, or Nonprofit Management (graduate degree preferred).
• Years of Experience: Over six years of progressive responsibility in healthcare-related management, administration, and account management. Proven track record of building and maintaining high-level relationships with healthcare executives and key stakeholders.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Ability to build and maintain strategic partnerships with health systems, payers, community organizations, and diverse populations to advance key initiatives and improve health outcomes.
• Proficient in representing the organization to hospitals, health systems, community leaders, and other stakeholders to promote public health priorities.
• Strong written, oral, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with senior leaders and external partners.
• Demonstrated success in managing and developing high-performing teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
• Skilled in operational and strategic planning, including market analysis and data-informed decision-making to support organizational objectives.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and lead teams through organizational transitions, ensuring alignment with evolving goals.
• Experience in designing and implementing community-based programs that deliver measurable outcomes and support mission objectives.
• Proven ability to collaborate across departments and functions, driving alignment and timely execution of initiatives.
• Comfortable working within a matrixed organization, balancing regional priorities with enterprise strategies.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Travel, including evening and weekend work required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• NA

The starting rate is $XX to $XX. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.