Director of Corporate Engagement

Oncology Nursing Society• US,

1d•$105,832 - $129,644•Remote

About The Position

The Oncology Nursing Foundation, established in 1981, has provided over $32 million in funding to support oncology nursing education, research, and leadership development, significantly improving patient care and advancing the profession. The Director of Corporate Engagement will manage a team responsible for ONS fundraising and corporate engagement activities, aligning with ONS strategic priorities and national conferences. This is a full-time, remote position with occasional travel to the ONS Headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communications skills with demonstrated ability to communicate, present, and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of an organization, including executive and C-level.
Proficiency in data analysis and storytelling to craft a compelling narrative.
Demonstrated self-starter, strategic thinker, and ability to work collaboratively in a team atmosphere.
Proven ability to lead and manage competing tasks independently and efficiently.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Bachelor’s degree required in nursing, healthcare, or related field.
5-7 years of sales or account management experience.

Nice To Haves

Pharmaceutical, medical device, or oncology healthcare experience is preferred.
Nursing experience or education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the principal relationship manager for developing and expanding support from pharmaceutical, oncology institutions, biotech, medical device industries, and other new markets for the ONS.
Oversee and mentor staff in driving enterprise-wide funding initiatives, partnering with cross-functional teams to understand organizational needs, address gaps, and capitalize on strategic opportunities.
Provide innovative approaches and direction for ONS initiatives/projects using clinical, healthcare, sales, and project management expertise.
Act as the main point of contact for industry leads and engaged corporate sponsors, representing the Corporate Engagement team and ensuring funder needs are met.
Lead the development and delivery of strategic funding initiatives to key strategic partners, including industry stakeholders, patient advocacy groups, and governmental agencies.
Facilitate meetings of corporate groups (e.g., Corporate Council) to communicate ONS priorities and identify points of mutual interest.
Establish and maintain regular account contact through virtual meetings, phone, email, and in-person visits during conferences.
Evaluate potential new projects and industry partnerships for alignment with the ONS mission and collaborate cross-functionally to present funding opportunities.
Provide suggestions and input for project development based on industry/customer insights and lead the customer project planning cycle.
Identify and develop Business Development opportunities through networking with industry and healthcare organizations, communicating opportunities while following internal processes.
Identify, evaluate, and recommend new sources of sponsorship and grant-funded corporate sponsorship and project-specific revenue.
Collaborate with cross-functional ONS teams to provide content for proposal development.
Attend professional society and industry meetings.
Monitor annual budgets and sponsored/grant-funded projects to ensure revenue goals are met.
Collaborate with the Oncology Nursing Foundation on fundraising targets and strategies.
Create and maintain an effective record-keeping system for external customers.
Provide reports on the effectiveness and estimated revenue value of professional relationships.
Ensure external funder compliance and recognition standards are met.
Demonstrate and support a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.