Reach and Read National Associate Director of Corporate Relations

Position: Reach Out and Read National Associate Director of Corporate Relations

The Opportunity

The Associate Director of Corporate Relations is an experienced, strategic professional who plays an essential role in advancing Reach Out and Read's visibility and impact through dedicated corporate partnerships. The Associate Director of Corporate Relations is responsible for leading efforts to secure and sustain significant financial support and cause‑marketing opportunities from corporations and corporate foundations, with a particular focus on national corporations and healthcare‑aligned partnerships.

The Associate Director of Corporate Relations is a savvy and effective champion for Reach Out and Read, skilled at identifying strategic opportunities, building meaningful relationships with senior corporate leaders, and establishing strong multi‑year partnerships. The Associate Director of Corporate Relations must be able to: effectively navigate complex corporate decision‑making structures; manage relationships with executives and decision‑makers to secure six and seven‑figure corporate investments;

think strategically about co‑marketing and visibility opportunities; adapt to an evolving and growing organization; and work as an effective team member with colleagues in a virtual environment.

Your

Key Responsibilities Will Include:
Corporate Partnership Development and Major Gifts (60%):

• Identify, cultivate, and secure corporate partnerships and investments from national corporations and corporate foundations, with a focus on six and seven‑figure gifts.
• Develop and manage a robust pipeline of corporate prospects, including multi‑national corporations, healthcare companies, and national brands.
• Build and deepen relationships with senior corporate executives, decision‑makers, and boards to create meaningful partnership opportunities.
• Create compelling corporate partnership proposals and presentations that align corporate goals with Reach Out and Read's mission and impact.
• Manage the full lifecycle of corporate partnerships, from initial prospecting through contract negotiation, implementation, and stewardship.
• Secure corporate funding across multiple channels, including direct corporate giving, cause‑marketing opportunities, sponsor ships, and in‑kind support.

Corporate Relations and Strategic Partnerships (25%):

• Partner with the National Development Team and Affiliate leadership to develop and implement a comprehensive corporate relations strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Navigate complex partnership structures, including Medicaid managed care organizations, multi‑state corporations, and healthcare‑adjacent partnerships.
• Work with corporate partners on visibility and co‑marketing initiatives, including sponsor ships, event participation, and cause‑marketing campaigns.
• Serve as a thought partner on how to leverage corporate relationships to amplify organizational reach and impact.
• Build relationships with key corporate partners who may serve on boards or in advisory capacities, connecting corporate leadership with organizational leadership.

Communications and Content Development (15%):

• Collaborate with Program Team and National Center communications staff to develop compelling materials that showcase organizational impact to corporate audiences.
• Create case studies, impact statements, and other materials that demonstrate ROI and mission alignment for corporate partners.
• Manage communications with corporate partners to ensure visibility and strengthen relationships.
• Support media relations efforts as they pertain to corporate partnerships and collaborations.

Qualifications and

Experience:

There are innumerable ways to learn, grow and excel professionally. We respect this when we review applications and take a broad look at the experience of each applicant. We want to get to know you and the unique strengths you will bring to the work. We’ll honor your lived and professional experience as key aspects of your candidacy for the role and prioritize applicants with experience dismantling the structural inequities that disproportionately impact children and families with traditionally marginalized identities.

We are most likely to be interested in your candidacy if you can demonstrate the…